Minerva Dress Sewing Pattern 2496
Introducing a digital sewing pattern for the sleeveless paneled dress with flared skirt and angled princess seams – Timeless Femininity with Architectural Shape.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 2496
This dress offers a clean, elongated silhouette with graceful movement, making it perfect for:
- Daywear: Style with flats or sandals for an understated, elegant daytime look.
- Office Wear: Its structured bodice and modest neckline make it suitable for professional environments when paired with a blazer or cardigan.
- Evening Style: The flared panels and flowing hem add sophistication for dinners, theatre outings, or semi-formal events.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Fitted through the bodice with vertical angled princess seams, flowing into a softly flared A-line skirt.
Neckline: Round neckline finished with facings.
Sleeves: Sleeveless armholes with bias cut tape finish.
Front: Central panel with structured princess seams transitioning into flare at the hem.
Back: Shaped princess seams with a center back seam and invisible zipper.
Skirt: Multi-panel flare for volume without gathers or pleats.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Intermediate. Requires accuracy in joining curved princess seams and inserting an invisible zipper into a fitted bodice.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at €1 is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowance: dress hem – 1.5 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 DRESS SEWING PATTERN 2496
Dress-weight fabrics made of natural or blended fibers:
- Cotton poplin
- Linen blends
- Viscose or rayon dress fabrics
- Lightweight wool or crepe suiting
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Fusible interfacing
- 1 invisible zipper
CUTTER’S MUST FOR DRESS SEWING PATTERN 2496
From Main Fabric:
- Center Back – 2 pieces
- Side Back – 2 pieces
- Center Front – 1 piece on fold
- Side Front – 2 pieces
- Back Neck Facing – 2 pieces
- Front Neck Facing – 1 piece
From Fusible Interfacing:
- Back Neck Facing – 2 pieces
- Front Neck Facing – 1 piece
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage. Ensure all paired and symmetrical pieces are mirrored correctly. When sewing, follow all notch marks carefully — they ensure accurate alignment of princess seams and neckline facings.
DRESS SEWING PATTERN 2496 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS
DXF AAMA – For 3D designers, fully compatible with most 3D fashion software.
PLT – For contractors, enabling precise cutting layouts.
PDF – Print-at-home format for advanced sewists.
CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES
Pattern 2496 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, bust, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.
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