V-Notch Neck Patch Pocket Dress
Introducing a versatile women's shift dress pattern featuring a distinctive V-notch neckline, functional flap patch pockets at the chest, and subtly curved patch pockets at the hips.
When To Wear
This dress is a stylish and comfortable choice, perfect for:
- Casual Chic: Its comfortable knit fabric and relaxed silhouette make it perfect for stylish everyday wear.
- Work & Office: The polished design with distinctive pockets makes it suitable for professional yet comfortable office attire.
- Transitional Seasons: Ideal for adapting across seasons with various layering options and footwear, such as boots.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A comfortable, straight-cut shift dress, designed for a relaxed yet flattering fit.
Neckline: Features a unique V-notch detail at the center front, creating an open and modern neckline.
Sleeves: Three-quarter length sleeves with a subtle slit at the outer cuff, adding a touch of tailored detail.
Pockets: Functional design includes two flap patch pockets positioned on the chest and two subtly curved patch pockets at the hips.
Back: Clean and unfussy, featuring a practical back yoke.
Length: Finishes above the knee, offering a modern and adaptable length.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves precise construction of a V-notch neckline, attaching yokes, and creating multiple patch pockets with flaps.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose low-stretch knit fabrics that offer comfort and good drape:
- Low-stretch knit fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
Fabric & Materials
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS: low-stretch knit fabric made from natural or blended fibers. YOU WILL ALSO NEED: knit fusible interfacing.
CUTTER'S MUST
IF THE PATTERNS HAVE A DOUBLE CONTOUR, SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE INCLUDED. IF THE CONTOUR IS SINGLE, SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE NOT INCLUDED. SEAM ALLOWANCES: all seams 1 cm. Hem allowance for the dress – 3.0 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 pieces). WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH!
- From main fabric:
- Back – 2 pieces
- Front - 2 pieces
- Back yoke – 1 piece
- Front yoke - 2 pieces
- Back neckline facing - 1 piece
- Front neckline facing - 1 piece
- Sleeve – 2 pieces
- Pocket – 2 pieces
- Flap – 4 pieces
- Pocket facing - 2 pieces
- Pocket bag – 2 pieces
- Sleeve facing – 2 pieces
- From fusible interfacing:
- Back neckline facing - 1 piece
- Front neckline facing - 1 piece
- Flap – 2 pieces
- Sleeve facing – 2 pieces
Sewing Instructions
- Fuse interfacing to the designated pieces.
- Stitch the center back seam. Finish seam allowances and press to the left side. Attach the yoke to the back. Finish seam allowance and press upwards. Topstitch 0.5 cm from the seam.
- Stitch the bust darts. Press the dart fullness upwards.
- Place flap pieces right sides together and stitch along the two short sides and the curved side. Trim seam allowances, clip corners, turn right side out. Press the flap. Topstitch 0.5 cm from the edge. Fold the top pocket allowance inwards by 1 cm, then another 1 cm, and stitch. Fold the pocket allowances inwards and press. Stitch the pocket onto the front according to the markings.
- Attach the yoke to the front, inserting the flap. Finish seam allowance and press upwards. Topstitch 0.5 cm from the seam.
- Place the pocket bag right side down on the front, align the pocket edges, and stitch the pocket opening. Turn the pocket bag to the wrong side, clip seam allowances, and press. Topstitch 0.5 cm from the edge. Place the pocket facing under the pocket, stitch and finish the pocket edges.
- Stitch the side and shoulder seams, press allowances towards the back and finish.
- Stitch the shoulder seams of the neckline facings, press allowances open. Finish the outer edge. Place the facing on the garment right sides together. Stitch the neckline edge. Clip seam allowances at curves and corners. Turn the facing to the wrong side, straighten, and press. Secure the facing to the main garment at the shoulder seams and center back seam.
- Stitch the sleeve seam. Finish seam allowance and press. Stitch the sleeve facing into a loop, finish the outer edge. Place the facing on the sleeve right sides together and secure at the lower edge. Make a slit according to the mark. Stitch the bottom of the sleeve, along the slit, stitching is done 0.1-0.2 cm from the edge.
- Set the sleeve into the armhole, matching notches. Finish seam allowance and press.
- Finish the bottom edge of the dress, press to the wrong side, and topstitch.
