THE VIOLA DRESS • Pattern

By TIL THE SUN GOES DOWN, the Viola Dress is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: Viola is inspired by the bias-cut styles of the 1930s.

It has feature rouching at the neck and on the long-sleeved cuffs; both can be secured with ribbon, rouleaux or elastic. The bodice has feature gathers under the bust which dip down to the side-seam to meet the back, which is also gathered lightly at the waist. The shirts finish at lower/mid-calf and are cut on the bias to give good drape & fit. And there's an optional belt to enhance the waist. With long and short sleeved options Viola works perfectly for Winter and Summer.

Sizing: This is a multi-size pattern, including sizes 8-24. Sizing guide, finished garment measurements and fabric requirements can be found here.

Fabric Suggestions: Designed for medium to light weight fabrics. Crepe, crepe de chine & plain weaves in silk, viscose, Tencel, or polyester. Note: Viola is not suitable for knit or stretch fabrics.

Trims required: Matching thread, ribbon for neck & cuffs 10/14mm x 3mts, unless making from self or contrasting fabric & three press-studs for side opening.

Skill Level: Intermediate.

The paper pattern comes carefully packaged in an envelope together with a step-by-step assembly instructions. 

Photo credits: Til The Sun Goes Down.