Iris Dress

There’s something special about crafting a piece that embodies calm and minimalism, allowing your child to move freely while looking effortlessly put together. The Iris Dress is a perfect balance of modern style and ease—an airy tunic dress designed with a wide, boxy silhouette and thoughtful details that make it stand out.

The Iris Dress is designed for woven fabrics and is available in sizes 1-12 years. It features soft underarm gathers, a round neckline, and a keyhole opening at the back with a simple button closure—details that make it not just beautiful but easy to wear. Its relaxed, short dress that falls just above the knee, perfect for summer days spent playing, vacationing, or simply attending school. Once outgrown, it easily transitions into a lovely blouse for continued use.

With each stitch, you’re not only creating a dress but crafting a keepsake that embodies simplicity, comfort, and timeless design.

This tunic dress features a wide and boxy silhouette, A-line shape, and soft underarm gathers for a relaxed fit. It includes grown-on sleeves, a simple round neckline, and a back button closure with a keyhole opening. The dress is designed to be short and to fall above the knee, making it versatile for summer wear or everyday use.

• Boxy, relaxed silhouette
• Grown-on sleeves
• Soft gathers and A-line shape
• Back button closure with keyhole opening

This minimalist design showcases a balance of simplicity and thoughtful details, making it an ideal choice for versatile children's clothing.

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Once the dress no longer fits, it can be repurposed as a charming blouse, ensuring long-term use.

This is an ideal pattern for beginners, providing a simple yet enjoyable sewing experience. It's designed to build your confidence while introducing a few new techniques along the way.

The Iris Pattern works beautifully with lightweight to midweight woven fabrics such as:

• Cotton
• Linen
• Double gauze
• Voile
• Chambray

For the calculations provided in the fabric requirement table, we have used the standard European fabric width, which is typically 140 cm (55 inches).

Please note that different fabrics can shrink differently after washing, so we recommend adding extra fabric to account for this shrinkage. It's advisable to purchase additional fabric to ensure you have enough for your project.

• One button Ø 10–12 mm (⅜–½ inch)
• Thin piece of cord or rouleau for the button loop

Your package includes a set of easy-to-follow sewing instructions, complemented by detailed illustrations to enhance your sewing experience. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, details on printing and assembling pattern tiles, fabric layouts, and fabric requirements—giving you everything you need to successfully complete your project.

Comprehensive pattern files are available in multiple PDF formats:

• A4 and US Letter Print-at-home files.
• A0 copy shop files for large-scale printing.
• Projector file for modern, paperless cutting.