Wednesday, February 1, 2017

NEW :: Iris Dress Pattern

Say hello to our first pattern of 2017 - the Iris Dress! This flattering style incorporates an a-line shaped lantern skirt with side pockets that feature an upper topstitching detail. 
The pattern includes options for both v-neck, sleeveless (Version A - above) and sleeved with round-neck (Version B - below), but you can easily transfer the round neckline to the sleeveless bodice or vice versa.
We've also added this exposed binding between the skirt panels to give the design a little extra oomph! 
With no closures, the Iris Dress is supremely comfortable and slips on easily over the head. It also looks super stylish when sewn up in two tones, like this one below...
Two Tone Iris Dress in Wainscot Black/Espresso  
Suitable fabrics  include lightweight or medium weight linens, cottons, medium weight drapey silks and lightweight wool crepe. 
                               
Iris in Hartford Linen
Iris in Luxe Linen 
Other suitable fabrics for the Iris Dress:
Compact cotton
Liberty of London tana lawn 
Lino16 linen
Lumpen cotton

The Iris Dress comes in (Australian) sizes XXS-XL and is now available in both hardcopy and PDF copy shop/print-at-home version. 
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11 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM

    I find the long length makes me look dumpy, so would it look ok without the extra panel on bottom or would line be compromised?

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    1. ColetteFebruary 1, 2017 at 6:58 PM

      Hi Bronwyn,
      You can easily take out some of the length from the skirt panel (as indicated on the pattern piece) to shorten the dress for your preferred, without compromising the line of the dress.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2017 at 7:05 PM

    Looks comfy relaxed fit for hot weather.
    I would like to see in a floral/ patterned print

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    1. ColetteFebruary 2, 2017 at 8:27 AM

      Thanks Anonymous :) it would look great in a print!

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  3. Kristy ChanFebruary 1, 2017 at 7:43 PM

    Love that stand up collar. And of course your fabric choices are divine - perfect for our crazy hot weather right now!

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    1. ColetteFebruary 2, 2017 at 8:25 AM

      Thanks Kristy. Nothing like a comfortable linen dress in 30+ degree heat!

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  4. UnknownFebruary 2, 2017 at 8:04 AM

    Thanks Colette, looks a great style for summer! Need to get organise Do!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 3, 2017 at 11:57 AM

    Hi Great pattern. I prefer longer sleeves so was wondering whether I could use the sleeves from the Lily pattern with this one? Cheers Jane

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    1. LisaFebruary 3, 2017 at 1:43 PM

      Thanks Jane,
      You can easily extend the sleeve length on this pattern. Don't forget the Lily Linen Dress sleeves are for a cut-away armhole, so need a different armhole. Much easier to extend the Iris Dress sleeves.

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  6. The Material LadyFebruary 3, 2017 at 7:25 PM

    This looks particularly lovely in the colour blocked version.

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  7. UnknownFebruary 4, 2017 at 2:30 PM

    I bought a linen dress in Tuscany exactly the same as the round neck on sleeveless dress, but shorter. It is a great dress to wear and I love that I can now make it myself here in Oz!!! Thank you!

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