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Belted Blouson Dolman Dress

Pattern #4149
Tech. Description

Belted Blouson Dolman Dress

This women's sewing pattern features a chic blouson silhouette with comfortable dolman sleeves, gathered at the waist and cinched by a stylish belt.

When To Wear

This versatile dress pattern is perfect for various occasions, offering both comfort and sophisticated style:

  • Everyday Elegance: a comfortable yet polished choice for daily wear or casual outings.
  • Smart Casual Office: Appropriate for a relaxed work environment when paired with suitable accessories.
  • Transitional Seasons: Ideal for layering during spring, autumn, or cooler summer days due to its sleeve length and relaxed fit.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a relaxed blouson bodice transitions into a straight, knee-length skirt, creating a flattering, cinched-waist profile.

Neckline: a wide, subtly rounded boat neck provides a clean and comfortable opening.

Sleeves: Integrated dolman sleeves fall loosely to the elbow, offering ease of movement and a relaxed aesthetic.

Waist: The bodice is gathered at the waist, designed to be accentuated by a belt, creating the signature blouson effect.

Hem: The dress features a straight, knee-length hem for a classic and versatile finish.

Back: a clean back design mirrors the front, with the same comfortable neckline and subtle waist gathering.

Level Of Difficulty

Beginner. Suitable for those new to sewing with knit fabrics, involving simple seams and basic finishing techniques.

Fabric Recommendations

This pattern is designed for knit fabrics with a moderate drape and a small degree of stretch:

  • Knitwear of low stretch from natural fibers
  • Knitwear of low stretch from blended fibers

Additional Supplies

  • Wide belt with buckle (as styled)

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 bottom of the garment and sleeve hem – 1.5 cm; neckline allowance for the back, front, and sleeve – 1.5 cm. Other allowances – 0.7 cm. Attention! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width can range from 90 cm to 150 cm) to determine how much material you will need.

  • From main fabric:
    • Back – 1 piece
    • Front – 1 piece
    • Sleeve – 2 pieces

Tip: Cut pieces from knit fabrics are stitched with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity. You can also stitch pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlock machine.

Sewing Instructions

When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

  1. Attach sleeves to the front, press allowances and overlock. Attach the right sleeve to the back, press allowances and overlock.
  2. Overlock the neckline edge, press to the wrong side and topstitch.
  3. Attach the left sleeve to the back, press allowances and overlock. Place a bartack at the neckline. Stitch the lower sleeve edges and side edges in one seam. Press seam allowances and overlock.
  4. Overlock the bottom edge of the garment and the bottom edge of the sleeve. Fold to the wrong side, press and topstitch.

Tip: The dress is recommended to be worn with a wide belt.

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