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Frilled Halterneck Dress
Frilled Halterneck Dress
Frilled Halterneck Dress
Frilled Halterneck Dress
Frilled Halterneck Dress
Frilled Halterneck Dress

Frilled Halterneck Dress

Beginner
Difficulty

Intermediate

Designer
Designer
Amanda Walker
Pattern Guide
Pattern Guide
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Beginner
Difficulty

Intermediate

Designer
Designer
Amanda Walker
Pattern Guide
Pattern Guide
Download

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About this pattern

Perfect for sauntering through sun-soaked back streets and Parisian-style flea markets, the Nova dress by Amanda Walker will keep you cool while looking effortlessly glamorous. The pattern offers a classic halterneck which can be tied to suit you, topped off with a delicate frill across the top which is mirrored on the back. Trust us, it’s a must-pack for your suitcase!

Essentials

  • Fabric, 3m (150cm)
  • Elastic, 2.5cm wide

Essentials

  • 1.5cm seam allowance used throughout, except for the lower frill edges where 5mm is used.

Sizes

  • 8-20

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    1

    Download and cut out the pattern. Neaten the edges of the side seam on the front and back, then position the pieces together, right sides facing. Match, pin and stitch the side seams together, then press the seam allowances open.

    2

    Divide the frills into two sets; one will become the lining. Pin and sew the side seams of the front and back frills, then press the seams open. Match the two frills together, right sides facing, then pin around the base of the frill and stitch together with a 5mm seam allowance. Turn one frill to the right side, then tease out the seams and press flat.

    3

    Position the front part of the frill at the top, on the back of the dress front, matching the side seams. Stitch together from the side seam to either side of the beginning of the halterneck, miss the top edge and stitch down to the opposite side seam. Trim the seam allowance by half, then clip the seam allowance around the curves. Turn the frill over to t

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