Stand Collar Front Pleated Shift Dress

Fabric & Materials

Fabric recommendations: 2 types of companion knit fabric with medium stretch from natural or blended fibers (jersey).

CUTTER'S MUST

If the patterns have a double contour, they include SEAM ALLOWANCES. If the contour is single, the patterns do not include SEAM ALLOWANCES. SEAM ALLOWANCES: Hem allowance for the garment and sleeve hem – 1.5 cm, other seams 0.8 cm. ATTENTION! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width can be from 90 cm to 150 cm) to determine how much material you will need. When stitching pieces, pay attention to the NOTCHES - they must match!

• From main fabric:
  • Back yoke — 1 piece
  • Front yoke – 1 piece
  • Sleeve – 2 pieces
  • Collar – 1 piece
• From companion fabric:
  • Back – 1 piece on fold
  • Center front part — 1 piece on fold
  • Side front part — 2 pieces

Sewing Instructions

ATTENTION! Before starting, check that the head fits through the collar stitched into a ring. Tip: Knit fabric pieces are stitched with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle or on a coverstitch machine to maintain elasticity. You can also stitch pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlocker.

1. Attach the side front parts to the center front. Overcast and press the seam.
2. Along the upper edge of the center front part, create soft pleats according to the markings. The depths are directed towards the side seam. Secure the pleats. Attach the front yoke to the main piece. Press the seam upwards.
3. Attach the back yoke to the main piece. Press the seam upwards.
4. Stitch the shoulder seams of the back and front. Press the seams towards the back.
5. Stitch the collar into a ring. Turn the collar right side out and press. Fold the collar in half, wrong sides together. Insert the collar into the neckline, matching the notches and stretching the collar edge. The collar seam is located at the left shoulder seam. Press the collar insertion seam.
6. Set the sleeves into the open armhole, matching the notches. Press the seams.
7. Stitch the sleeve seam, simultaneously stitching the side seam. Press the seams.
8. Overcast the bottom edge of the garment, the bottom edge of the sleeve. Fold to the wrong side, press and topstitch.