Children's Gathered Dress - The Avid Seamstress

The Gathered Dress is a gorgeous girls dress for ages 3-8 years. A T-shaped dress with the sleeves formed as part of the front/back which makes it really fun and easy to sew. The front has a cute oversized pocket and the back has a gathered section at the waist.

View A has a button close at the back neck.

View B has an invisible zip close at the back neck.

For children 3-8 years.

Suggested Fabrics:
This pattern works well in most light weight to medium weight fabrics. For a Spring/Summer dress use a thin cotton and for Autumn/Winter a medium weight fabric is ideal.

Supplies Needed:
View A - Fabric, thread, hand needle, 10cm narrow satin ribbon, button (1-2cm)

View B - Fabric, thread, 22cm/8" invisible zipper (ensure your sewing machine has a zipper foot)

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