Sofia dress EXTENSION | Needle $ Thread patterns - PDF Sewing pattern

This design is an extension of the Sofia dress pattern. You need to own the original Sofia dress pattern in order to use this one. 

The extension consists of a new skirt design, without any cut and sew or gathers.

Sewing level: confident beginner.

It´s available in 16 sizes, size 32-62. The body measurement for the bust for size 32 is 76 cm and for size 62 it is 152 cm. You will receive all sizes when purchasing this pattern.

The digital PDF pattern includes files for:

- A4 (35 tiles)

- US letter (35 tiles)

- A0 (2 tiles)ready to be printed.

This pattern also include an instructional booklet with all the additional information needed for a successful project.

MEASUREMENTS AND SIZING

Please use our size guide when choosing your size.

The fit is normal for this design, bare that in min when choosing size.

Are you in between sizes? Use your bust measurement as you most important guide. It´s also usually best to choose a bigger size rather than a smaller one, when in doubt.

MATERIAL CONSUMPTION

For this design you will need:

- main fabric

- fusing

- thread

You will also need these tools:

- a pair of scissors

- a measuring tape

- pin needles

- weights (optional)

- needle and thread (optional)

- chalk

- a sewing machine

- a overlock machine (optional)

- an iron with steam feature

- a presser tool for seams (optional)

Amount of fabric needed:

Main fabric:

Width 130 cm

32-34 260 cm

36-38 260 cm

40-42 260 cm

44-46 265 cm*

48-50 290 cm*

52-54 290 cm*

56-58 300 cm*

60-62 300 cm*

width 140 cm

32-34 240 cm

36-38 240 cm

40-42 240 cm

44-46 250 cm

48-50 255 cm*

52-54 280 cm*

56-58 280 cm*

60-62 290 cm*

width 150 cm

32-34 240 cm

36-38 240 cm

40-42 240 cm

44-46 245 cm

48-50 245 cm

52-54 275 cm*

56-58 275 cm*

60-62 275 cm*

* These sizes must be sewn with a seam at center front and center back of the skirt.

Fusing 90 cm width:

32-58 40 cm

60-62 55 cm

ADJUSTMENTS AND HACKS

This dress has with a cut and sew with gatherings under bust. It has, unlike the original, a flat slightly flared skirt. It also features a boat neck and cap sleeves.

SKILL LEVEL

The skill set needed for this design is: CONFIDENT BEGINNER

BEGINNER: You have little to no experience in making clothes. You are a beginner in every sense of the word.

CONFIDENT BEGINNER: You have completed a few simple projects involving fabric, patterns, and a sewing machine. However, you have not yet developed complete confidence in sewing. You have seen patterns and understand the basics.

INTERMEDIATE: You have made some sewing projects and are starting to feel confident when making simple items. You are eager to learn how to sew moderately difficult details, such as collars and collar stands, darts, and in-seam pockets. You have used patterns a few times and feel confident using basic patterns.

EXPERIENCED: You have made several sewing projects and feel confident making most garments. You possess the skill set for creating various details, such as welted back pockets and tailored front pockets for pants, as well as vents and cuffs for shirts. You feel confident using most patterns and can make simple adjustments.

EXPERT: You have made a lot of clothes and know you can create the most elaborate garments with excellent results. You have a skill set comparable to that of a tailor and are accustomed to making garments with a lot of detail, linings, and intricate finishes. You are confident using most patterns and usually make adjustments to your patterns, both in design and for personal body shape.