Tilly and the Buttons Bettine Dress

Buy the Bettine Dress sewing pattern from Tilly and the Buttons. This easy-peasy throw-it-over-your-head dress is quick and easy to make, with no fiddly fastenings, darts or set-in sleeves. It has a blousy bodice with a scoop neckline, grown-on sleeves with turn-up cuffs, an elasticated waistline, and tulip skirt. There are optional cuff tabs for the sleeves and in-seam pockets for the skirt. This stylish and comfortable dress is destined to become a staple in your wardrobe.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Light- to medium-weight drapey fabrics, such as viscose (rayon), cotton voile, lawn or chambray. If you’re a confident stitcher, try a delicate crêpe or georgette.

Fabric requirements: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: 2 m (2 1/4 yd) // 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 3 m (3 1/4 yd).

Sizing: UK 6 – 20. Please check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: 0.3 m (1/2 yd) iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric); your waist measurement in 9-12 mm (1/2") wide elastic // Optional: two 1.5-2 cm (5/8"-3/4") buttons for cuff tabs.

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (28 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: No // Projector file: No.

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