Pattern The dress, Claire

We love it:

♥︎ Its straight, unfitted cut
♥︎ Its meticulous finishing touches, including facings and clean lines, allow you to repurpose your best fabric scraps
♥︎ Its front panel with the ruffle option
♥︎ Its ultra-practical pockets

Our patterns are designed for upcycling, to help you repurpose fabrics and scraps. ♻️

You will need to complete:

• The front cutouts
• The facings
• Installation of steering wheels (optional)

Join the upcycling movement and discover more inspiration with the #MaeliParis& #ClaireDress.

Violette wears a size 36 and is 1m68 tall.

Fabrics used on our models:
👉 Dress: repurposed vintage curtains
👉 Top: slip dress and vintage embroidery

You will need:

[All Versions - optional]

• The front ruffles: 55 cm by 40 cm wide

[Version 1 - The dress]

• Main fabric:
  ‣ 170 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 34-38
  ‣ 195 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 40-44
  ‣ 210 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 46-48
  ‣ 220 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 50-52

[Version 2 - The blouse]

• Main fabric:
  ‣ 140 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 34-38
  ‣ 165 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 40-44
  ‣ 180 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 46-48
  ‣ 190 cm x 140 cm width for sizes 50-52

Pattern contents:

Seam allowances are included in the pattern.

A video tutorial is available in the guide or can be found on our YouTube channel:Video tutorial on assembling the Claire dress.

• PDF Pattern
  ‣ The pattern to be printed in A4 (30 pages) and A0 (2 pages) formats, without overlapping.
  ‣ The assembly plan for A4 format.
  ‣ The step-by-step guide, illustrated with diagrams.
  ‣ A download link for the PDF pattern will be sent to you after your order. The file will also be available in your customer area.

• Pattern envelope
  ‣ The pattern is printed in color, without overlapping.
  ‣ The step-by-step guide, illustrated with diagrams.
  ‣ A pretty storage pouch in A5 format.

Recommended fabrics:

• For a summer version, a lightweight cotton (poplin, voile, batiste, percale) of 100 to 150 g/m² is ideal. For a breathable version, opt for linen, ramie, or Tencel of 150 to 200 g/m².

Ideas for creating the dress using upcycling:

• Vintage cotton sheets and tablecloths to maintain the dress's structure
• The facings can be made from a different fabric (from scraps of colored or uncolored fabric)
• The details of the dress, particularly the front cutout, can be enhanced with antique ribbons or braids.