(Download links at the end of the post)
Loving to try a new thing for a boring day? I have an interesting pattern for you.
I love dart manipulation, because it gives me countless possibilities to make a garment to my taste. I have a habit of looking carefully at designer clothing to see how they manipulated the darts on the garments.
Dart manipulation is the most fundamental and versatile way to turn simple slopers into flattering fashion. The most used techniques are dart manipulation via pivot points and slash and spread/close. If you look closely at the minimalist designs by famous fashion designers, you may find a lot of artistry ways to cut and sew a dress, and some of them are surprisingly simple and easy to follow along. You will see a sheath dress just a sheath dress at first glance, but a special piece at the second look. Just look at Milly, Michael Kors or Victoria Beckham’s sheath dress designs, you will find a lot to learn from her!
I will not talk much about these techniques here, because you can find lots of books and tutorials about them. Let’s turn to the pattern I am sharing today: the mini dress with crescent detail at the front.
I found this idea of dart manipulation in the Mix and Match pattern making on Sewist.com and it is so interesting that I try to mix this kind of bodice on a suitable bottom and make a dress with this. Because the crescent detail is a statement on its own, I choose a simple above the knee A line center-pleated skirt design. I was happy with the result: a mini dress with a fun twist!
Actually, this dress is pretty easy to sew. You just need to be extra careful when sewing the crescent dart. For those who are new to sewing, try pinning or basting the pieces first before you start the sewing machine.
You can see in the photo below the pattern pieces for the front of the dress – the two pieces should be aligned and sewn together precisely to make a perfect circle – which is vital to ensure the value of the dress. Do you think it is interesting enough to give it a try?
The pattern is created in pdf format using A4 paper. I can also create the pattern in other paper sizes (A0 to A4, Letter, Tabloid), so please inform me if you need them.
Not sure how to print and cut the patterns? Check the guide here.
Again, happy sewing! I look forward to seeing your masterpiece!
XOXO
Tiên the Little Sewist
Download links for the crescent dart detail dress:
Check for your size in the Size Chart before downloading. Not finding your size? Comment your height, bust – waist – hip measurements in the comment box below and I will send you the custom-made pattern for you!
| Petite XS | Regular XS |
| Petite S | Regular S |
| Petite M | Regular M |
| Petite L | Regular L |
| Petite XL | Regular XL |
| Petite XXL | Regular XXL |
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