A-Line Peter Pan Collar Dress
This women's sewing pattern presents a charming A-line dress, elegantly shaped with princess seams on the front and back, complemented by a classic round collar.
When To Wear
This versatile dress is perfect for a range of occasions, offering both comfort and sophisticated style:
- Everyday Chic: An ideal choice for polished daily wear or professional office attire.
- Smart Casual Gatherings: Effortlessly stylish for brunches, daytime events, or social outings.
- Transitional Seasons: The long sleeves and moderate length make it suitable for spring, autumn, and milder winter days.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A flattering A-line silhouette, gently flaring from a fitted bodice structured with vertical princess seams on both front and back.
Neckline & Collar: Features a round neckline adorned with a contrasting, flat Peter Pan collar.
Closure: A discreet invisible zipper is incorporated into the center back seam for a seamless finish.
Sleeves: Long, tailored two-piece set-in sleeves provide a smooth, fitted arm line.
Length: The hem finishes gracefully above the knee, offering a modern and chic appeal.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. This pattern requires skills in invisible zipper insertion, accurate collar construction, and precise assembly of princess seams.
Fabric Recommendations
Opt for structured dress fabrics that hold their shape while offering comfort and drape. A second, contrasting fabric is used for the collar:
- Main Dress: Dress fabrics with elastane content, made from natural or blended fibers (e.g., linen blends, wool blends, gabardine)
- Collar: Stable, medium-weight woven fabrics (e.g., cotton poplin, broadcloth, fine suiting)
Additional Supplies
- Fusible interfacing
- Invisible zipper
Fabric & Materials
Fabric recommendations: dress fabrics with elastane content from natural or blended fibers in 2 colors. YOU WILL ALSO NEED: fusible interfacing; a concealed zipper.
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: all seams 1 cm; hem allowance for the dress bottom – 1.5 cm; sleeve hem allowance — 2 cm. ATTENTION! FIRST, PRINT OUT THE PAPER PATTERNS AND LAY THEM OUT ON THE FABRIC WIDTH (fabric width can be from 90cm to 150cm) TO DETERMINE HOW MUCH MATERIAL YOU WILL NEED (don't forget to account for paired and symmetrical details). WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH!
- From main fabric:
- Center back part - 2 pieces
- Side back part - 2 pieces
- Side front part — 2 pieces
- Center front part - 1 piece
- Upper sleeve part – 2 pieces
- Lower sleeve part — 2 pieces
- From main fabric 2:
- From fusible interfacing:
Sewing Instructions
- Fuse the upper collar pieces with fusible interfacing.
- Overlock the center back edge separately on each piece. Stitch the center back seam from the zipper mark downwards. Press the seam allowances open, pressing the slit. Insert the concealed zipper. Stitch the back princess seams. Overlock the allowances and press towards the center.
- Stitch the front princess seams. Overlock the allowances and press towards the center.
- Stitch the side and shoulder seams. Overlock the allowances and press towards the back.
- Place the collar pieces right sides together and stitch along the outer contour. Trim the allowances at the corners, clip at the curves. Turn the collar right side out, shape, and press. Attach the upper collar to the neckline, matching the marks. Fold the allowance of the lower collar inwards and topstitch into the attachment seam.
- Stitch the sleeve seams. Overlock the allowances and press towards the back. Overlock the lower edge of the sleeve. Fold the allowance inwards and topstitch.
- Overlock the bottom edge of the dress and the lower edge of the sleeve, press to the wrong side and topstitch.
