Danto diagonal pocket dress D.2304 | PDF Sewing Pattern

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate (stretch)

DESCRIPTION: Introducing the Danto Diagonal Pocket Dress sewing pattern. Embrace comfort and style with its oversized fit, and diagonal panel seam featuring a concealed pocket. The folded hem adds detail and visual weight to the garment proportions, for personalisation, you have the option to include a braid or trim detail that reflects your unique style. An easy one-day sew-in stretch fabric that effortlessly transitions from day to night!

Consider using contrast patterned fabrics or colours in the panels. The garment on the cover and included in the step-by-step instructions is created in a mid-weight double knit.

ALTERATIONS TO THE PATTERN: The Danto Diagonal Pocket Dress can be lengthened or shortened depending on your garment length preference.

*To make the dress, purchase fabric once you have adjusted the length to your personal preference.

NOTIONS:

✁Matching or contrasting sewing thread

✁Jersey or ball-point sewing machine needle for sewing stretch fabric

✁30cm of light iron-on fusing for Front neck facing (G)

✁*Optional – 1.30cm braid or trim for sleeve and hem detail.

SEAM ALLOWANCES AND FABRIC EDGE FINISHING: Main seam allowances are 1.2cm and can be sewn on a sewing machine using a stretch stitch or 4-thread overlocker. Check tension first on the fabric to make sure the tension has enough stretch so it will not snap. It is good to test prior to sewing as every fabric will be different.

FABRICS: This sewing pattern will work and fit well using fabrics that stretch. Suitable fabrics include single or double jersey, brushed and un-brushed fleece in bamboo, cotton, linen, or cotton/bamboo blends.

This is a zipped PDF file available in the following printable sizes and formats:

: A4+A0 PDF pattern - SIZE XS to 3XL :

1. A4 Tiled PDF sewing pattern (x57 A4 pages)
2. A0 PDF sewing pattern (x4 A0 pages)
3. A4 Sewing book (x17 pages)

*Please note this pattern is asymmetric and front dress pattern pieces require cutting with the 'Right Side Up'.

ENHANCING YOUR SEWING SKILLS: This sewing pattern will help you learn new pattern terminology, sew a neck bind, grade seam allowance values, create an integrated pocket and enhance your stretch fabric sewing techniques.

TIME TO MAKE: As an estimate this garment will take you 5-6 hours to make depending on your sewing confidence level. *It is suggested that you make a toile in fabric similar to what you have selected to use in the final garment to personalize fit/length, and practice sewing techniques.