Inject a little bohemian glamour into your wardrobe with the Nicks Dress + Blouse. In multiple variations with soft gathering and delicate details, it's satisfying to make and a pleasure to wear. All views feature a loose-fitting V-necked bodice with a gently gathered shoulder and yoke. The slightly puffed sleeve is gathered at the shoulder; choose between a short sleeve, or a long sleeve with wrist pleats for shaping and an elastic gathered cuff. You may also choose between two interchangeable neckline finishes: a simple facing, or a bias-bound neckline with delicate rouleau button loops and buttons. View A is a button-front dress with a comfortable elastic waist, long or short sleeves, and three gathered skirt tiers. View B is a voluminous swing tunic with a gathered hip tier and long or short sleeves. View C is an elegant blouse with a faced neckline and long or short sleeves. SUGGESTED FABRIC The Nicks Dress + Blouse shines in a variety of light to midweight wovens with moderate drape. We suggest the following: For a flowy and ethereal effect, try: rayon challis, viscose, silk crepe, chiffon, charmeuse, or georgette For more body, try: cotton shirting, batiste, voile, chambray, or linen YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (0-20 SIZE RANGE) View A (Dress) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 0-14: 5.5 yd (5 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a* 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-6: 5 yd (4.5 m), Sizes 8-20 = 5.25 yd (4.75 m) View B (Tunic) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 0-6: 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 8-14 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a* 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-20: 2.25 yd (2 m) View C (Blouse) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 0-12: 2.5 yd (2.25 m), Sizes 14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a* 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-10: 1.75 yd (1.5 m), Sizes 12-18 = 2 yd (1.75 m), Sizes 20-32=2.25 yd / 2m YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (14-32 SIZE RANGE) View A (Dress) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 14-16: 5.75 yd (5.25 m), Sizes 18-32 = n/a* 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 14-24: 5.75 yd (5.25 m), Sizes 26-32 = 6 yd (5.5 m) View B (Tunic) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 14-16: 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 18-32 = n/a* 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-20: 2.25 yd (2 m) View C (Blouse) 45" (1.15 m): Sizes 14-20: 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 22-32 =3.25 yd / 3 m 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 14-18: 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 20-32 =2.25 yd / 2m * Select sizes will not be able to use 45" fabric without rotating pattern pieces or piecing the fabric. ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES Buttons for View A and B center front opening, 5 x 1/2" (12 mm) Elastic for View A waist and sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 2 yard (2 m) Elastic for View C sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 1/2 yard (0.5 m) Lightweight fusible interfacing for View C facing, 10" x 10" (25 cm x 25 cm) Thread in matching colour Marking tool Tube turner or safety pin Sewing level: Confidant beginner Sizes: 0-20 and 14-32 (see our sizing chart here), finished measurements for sizes 0-20 Instructions: English & French RELATED SEWING TUTORIALS Tips for Sewing Gathers
