The Sheath Dress - The Avid Seamstress

The Sheath Dress is a gorgeous dress that you will want to make again and again in a variety of fabrics. This dress has a flattering round neckline, elasticated waist and an invisible zip at the back. Your options are endless; make this dress with short or mid length sleeves, with inner pockets or without.

View A has an inner pockets.
View B outer pockets.

Adult Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22

Suggested Fabrics:
Lightweight to medium weight fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress.

Not suitable for stripes, diagonals or plaids.

Always allow extra fabric to match one way designs.

Supplies Needed:
Fabric, thread, 40cm/16" invisible zip, 1 meter elastic (max 25mm wide).

What's included:
Pattern printed on high quality white pattern paper
Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
Guide on taking your measurements
Fabric and Sewing basics help card
Sewing Terms Demystified card
Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
Information on The Avid Seamstress