{"product_id":"open-back-mini-dress-sewing-pattern-flared-sleeves-dress-us-0-24-pdf-pattern","title":"Open Back Mini Dress Sewing Pattern: Flared Sleeves Dress, US 0-24 (PDF Pattern)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gaia open back mini dress is beginner friendly digital PDF sewing pattern.\u003cbr\u003eThe Gaia mini dress is a figure-flattering dress pattern featuring an open back and binding on the neckline instead of lining, simplifying sewing for beginners. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a PDF digital sewing pattern. You can easily download and print it at home using your printer (or if you like, at a print shop) and assemble the pages by taping them together. \u003cbr\u003eSizes are layered so you can print only the size you need, or any other size as many times as you want. To select the correct size, refer to the size chart and the measurements of the finished garment provided in the instructions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"Final Dress Measurements\" table includes the exact measurements of the finished dress for each size. When selecting a size, please refer to the measurements in the table, as they differ slightly from body measurements due to wearing ease. This will give you a clear idea of how the finished dress will fit including dress length, allowing you to make any necessary changes to the pattern before tailoring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pattern covers 14 sizes, ranging from: \u003cbr\u003eUS 00 - 24\u003cbr\u003eEU 30 - 56\u003cbr\u003eUK 02 - 28\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDress length (from HPS) varies from 92 cm to 102 cm (36 - 40 inches) depending on the size.\u003cbr\u003eThe Gaia mini dress digital PDF sewing pattern package includes 3 zip files and 1 PDF file: \u003cbr\u003e• A4 pattern for home printing (file with layered sizes) \u003cbr\u003e• US pattern for home printing (layered files for each size) \u003cbr\u003e• A0 pattern for print shop printing (layered files for each size)\u003cbr\u003e• Detailed instructions for sizing, printing, cutting, sewing, recommended fabric, and a step-by-step sewing guide. \u003cbr\u003e• Pattern layouts for printing and assembling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpon purchase, you can access the PDF pattern within minutes and download it instantly for printing whenever you're ready to start your project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the Gaia dress, it is best to choose a stretchy knit fabric such as jersey, stretch velvet, cotton lycra, viscose jersey, double-brushed polyester, bamboo blends, nylon blends, or cotton Tencel knit jersey blends. \u003cbr\u003eThis pattern can also be used with transparent stretch tulle, lace, and knit fabrics. In this case, you can use the same pattern for both the front and back of the dress for lining, but make sure the lining is also made from a stretchy fabric. \u003cbr\u003ePlease note that this pattern is not suitable for woven fabrics.\u003cbr\u003eWhen purchasing fabric please buy 5-10 % more than required (for shrinkage) \u003cbr\u003eYou will need:\u003cbr\u003e• Fabric at least 145 cm wide - look at the table below\u003cbr\u003e• Matching thread for sewing knits \u003cbr\u003e• Machine needles for knits\u003cbr\u003e• Twin stretch needle (optional)\u003cbr\u003e• Cording for sewing straps if you do have loop turner tool\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVisible seam allowances are already included, so you're all set to go.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a digital product, so no physical item is shipped to you.\u003cbr\u003eLet me know if you have any questions or need help!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"illenaii","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":52728928993569,"sku":null,"price":5.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0133\/7121\/files\/il_794xN.6456836892_h7z1.jpg?v=1779241891","url":"https:\/\/illenaii.com\/products\/open-back-mini-dress-sewing-pattern-flared-sleeves-dress-us-0-24-pdf-pattern","provider":"illenaii","version":"1.0","type":"link"}