£18.50
Size GuideMeet our beautiful sewing pattern, The Sun Dress. Perfect for all year round, it‘s a great look for warmer months when you need a dress that‘s smart enough for the office yet stylish enough for weekend brunch. Throw a casual jacket or cardigan over the dress when the weather is cooler.
Team it with some luxury fabric and you‘ll also have your go-to formal dress for a range of occasions from wedding guest to evening events.
The Sun Dress features a fitted bodice with a square neckline, wide modern straps and a button-down front. The bodice has a front side dart and the back a waist dart. A pleated skirt with pockets offers a fun, flattering silhouette as well as comfort and practicality for your day-to-day activities.
The wide skirt hem finishes the look. The dress is fastened by a concealed zipper at the back.
For inspiration, head to our Instagram Story Highlights and view our sewing patterns made up by our community of Avid Seamstresses.
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
The Sun Dress is suitable for light to medium-weight fabrics such as cotton, chambray and linen. Consider making The Sun Dress in light-weight striped linen for a classic take on the French Riviera style.
Supplies Needed
Fabric, thread, 41cm/16" invisible zipper, four 2cm buttons, 25cm/20" iron on interfacing
Fabric needed
112cm / 44" wide
UK6 - UK12 = 2.4m
UK14 - UK20 - 2.5m
* Size UK22 needs to be fitted onto 114cm / 45" wide fabric and would require 2.5mts
145cm / 57" wide
UK6 - UK12 - 2mts
UK14 - UK22 - 2.4mts
The Sun Dress includes step-by-step photographed instructions.
Printed Sewing Pattern
Encased in a beautiful re-closable envelope, you'll receive one copy of the sewing pattern sheet printed on high quality 60gsm sewing pattern paper, a photographed step-by-step a5 instruction book, a guide to taking accurate measurements and a checklist card.
Printed Sewing Pattern with additional pattern sheet
The same as the printed sewing pattern option plus an additional sewing pattern sheet. The second pattern sheet copy is perfect for those that don't want to trace or if you are making it in another size.
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
£13.50
Size GuideThis coat is unlined with a short buggy facing in the back. Should you wish to purchase the full lining add on please first purchase The Coat Sewing Pattern and then add the digital full lining add on here. Please note that if you purchase the full lining add on there are new fabric and lining requirements which are provided in the new add on product.
About The Coat
Inspired by classic tailoring, we‘ve created a coat pattern that not only looks fabulous but also is an easy, enjoyable make – without the time-consuming tailoring. With a slim, chic silhouette, The Coat offers a modern twist on the woman‘s winter coat.
Flattering princess seams feature a clever in-seam pocket, while the modern drop sleeves make for a relaxed yet stylish look.
The Coat sewing pattern is incredibly versatile, working well in a range of fabrics from mid-to-heavy weight coating material to lighter woven fabrics – great for an alternative spring trench-coat.
The three quarter length hem is perfect over dresses or trousers, offering both elegance and warmth on a chilly day.
Other features include a notched collar, 2 button front closure, kick pleat and buggy lining (fully faced).
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
Medium to heavy weight wool, wool blends, linens, boucle, melton
Supplies Needed
Printed Sewing Pattern
Encased in a beautiful re-closable envelope, you'll receive one copy of the sewing pattern sheet printed on high quality 60gsm sewing pattern paper, a photographed step-by-step a5 instruction book, a guide to taking accurate measurements and a checklist card.
Printed Sewing Pattern with additional pattern sheet
The same as the printed sewing pattern option plus an additional sewing pattern sheet. The second pattern sheet copy is perfect for those that don't want to trace or if you are making it in another size.
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
£7.50
Size GuideWe’ve got a cozy update for our Coat sewing pattern that you’ll absolutely love! Now, you can completely line the coat, perfect for those chilly winter months. This added feature not only elevates your sewing skills but also adds an extra layer of warmth to your handmade creation.
The add on is a digital product only or you can also purchase the pattern sheet with the digital produce. The pattern sheet is for the lining pieces only.
Please note that this is a add on to The Coat sewing pattern and will have different fabric, lining and haberdashery requirements to the original Coat pattern. This add on cannot be made without the original Coat sewing pattern here
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
Medium to heavy weight wool, wool blends, linens, boucle, melton
Supplies Needed
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
£13.50
Size GuideSay hello to your favourite summer garment - The Tunic. Perfect for a confident beginner, this easy sewing pattern offers you multiple looks in just one make.
An optional buttonhole holds a waist tie for a cinched dress. When left untied with no buttonhole, The Tunic is a floaty and chic beach cover-up – go bold with your print choices for a touch of nautical flair. Choose from two lengths to create inspiring options, perfect for balmy evenings whether you’re at home or going out.
The Tunic sewing pattern features an elegant V-neck with a facing for a polished finish and optional waist tie.
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 26
Skill level - Beginner (version with no tie) / Confident Beginner (version with tie as there is a buttonhole)
Suggested Fabrics
Light drapy fabrics such as viscose are perfect for The Tunic.
The Tunic can also be made in Cotton, Cotton Lawn, Linen, Poplin and any soft non-stretch woven fabric.
When worn, you will see the wrong side of the fabric at the side seams so pick a fabric you don't mind a flash of the wrong side being seen.
Supplies Needed
Tie Version
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
Printed Sewing Pattern
Encased in a beautiful re-closable envelope, you'll receive one copy of the sewing pattern sheet for your selected pattern printed on high quality 60gsm sewing pattern paper, a photographed step-by-step a5 instruction book, a guide to taking accurate measurements and a checklist card.
Printed Sewing Pattern with additional pattern sheet
The same as the printed sewing pattern option plus an additional sewing pattern sheet. The second pattern sheet copy is perfect for those that don't want to trace or if you are making it in another size.
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will only receive the digital files via email when we fulfil the order.
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/
All of our products are in English