Minerva Sewing Pattern 7111

Introducing halter mini dress with gathered neckline and double-tiered ruffle hem – Flirty Elegance with a Modern Twist.

Please Note:
This design was originally drafted as a children’s pattern. However, thanks to the advanced pattern-generation software—which customizes each pattern based on your individual measurements, ensuring ideal fit at the shoulders, waist, and overall proportions—this style can also be drafted for adults. With a supported size range from Bust: 35 cm to 170 cm and Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm, any adult within these dimensions can enjoy a personalized version of this design with minimal adjustments.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 7111

A playful silhouette that captures youthful sophistication, Pattern 7111 is your go-to for party-ready charm or resort flair. The gathered neckline and flared ruffle skirt create movement and softness, while the halter ties lend a clean, contemporary touch. Wear it with statement heels or flat sandals depending on the occasion.

Cocktail Evenings or Celebrations: A standout look for birthdays, bachelorette events, or dancing nights.
Vacation & Resort: Lightweight, packable, and camera-ready—ideal for sunset dinners or summer strolls.
Stylish Daywear: Pair with espadrilles and a denim jacket for a sweet daytime look.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Slim fit through the bust and waist, flaring into a voluminous double ruffle hem.

Neckline: Gathered halter neckline with narrow casing and self-tie cord.

Back: Straight-cut back with center seam and invisible zipper for a clean finish.

Hem Detail: Two softly gathered tiers for movement and visual texture.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Beginner–Intermediate. Simple construction with emphasis on clean finishing at neckline and precise ruffle gathering.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If an option to add them at 1 EUR is chosen, all seams are 1 cm.

Please note:
A single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included.
A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SEWING PATTERN 7111

Works best with lightweight, drapey materials:

Silk charmeuse, viscose crepe, soft tencel
Rayon blends or lightweight satin for fluidity

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

1 invisible zipper for center back
Decorative drawcord or matching bias-cut tie for neckline

CUTTER’S MUST FOR A SEWING PATTERN 7111

From Main Fabric:

Front – 1 piece

Back – 2 pieces

Upper ruffle – 1 piece

Lower ruffle – 1 piece

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric:

Print out the paper patterns and lay them out according to your fabric width (90 cm to 150 cm) to calculate how much material you’ll need.
Be sure to account for mirrored and symmetrical pieces.
When assembling the garment, align notches accurately for consistent ruffle placement and neckline shaping.
All notations on the pattern pieces are positioned on the right side of the fabric for clarity.

SEWING PATTERN 7111 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

DXF AAMA Format: For CAD systems and Clo3D integration
PLT Format: Plotter-ready for garment manufacturers
PDF Format: Suitable for experienced sewists printing at home

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 4513 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing.

Bust: 35 cm to 170 cm
Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm

The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring ideal fit at the shoulders, waist, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.

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