Holly Dress & Blouse

There’s a special joy in creating something by hand, especially when it’s intended for a child you cherish. The Holly pattern embodies this joy with its timeless, vintage-inspired design. Whether you’re crafting a sweet dress for family gatherings or a beautiful blouse for school days, Holly offers incredible versatility. 

Designed for woven fabrics without stretch, it pairs beautifully with a variety of materials, allowing you to bring your vision to life in any season. Available in sizes 1-7 years, this dress will grow alongside your child, keeping them comfortable and looking charming. 

By sewing this garment, you’re not just creating clothing; you’re crafting a piece that will be treasured for years to come, reflecting the thoughtful craftsmanship and beauty of slow fashion.

The Holly Pattern features a wide and loose A-line shape, with a full skirt that falls freely from the empire waist, creating a graceful silhouette. The front button placket allows easy wear, while the wide Peter Pan collar adds a delicate, vintage charm. The long puff sleeves are softly gathered at the shoulders and finished with cuffs or elastic, providing both comfort and style.

• Wide Peter Pan Collar
• Button Placket
• Puff Sleeves with Cuff or Elastic
• A-Line Shape with Full Skirt
• Blouse or Dress Option

This pattern is perfect for Advanced Beginners to Intermediate sewists, providing a range of options to match your developing skills. It's suited for those familiar with basic sewing techniques and terminology.

This pattern is designed for the cozy season, working best with medium to lightweight woven fabrics that provide warmth while maintaining comfort. Consider natural fibers such as:

• Cotton flannel
• Lightweight wool blends
• Crisp cotton
• Soft linen
• Velvet
• Lightweight corduroy
  

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.

• Lining fabric (if you choose something other than the main fabric)
• Lightweight fusible interfacing
• Two buttons Ø 10–12 mm (⅜–½ inch)
• Two extra buttons for the cuff option
• Thin elastic that is 5–10 mm (¼–⅜ inch) wide for elasticated cuffs

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, a sewing glossary, fabric layout, and fabric requirements—giving you everything you need to successfully complete your project.

Comprehensive pattern files are available in multiple PDF formats:

• Print-at-home files in A4 and US Letter sizes.
• A0 copy shop files for large-scale printing.