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Nightdress

Strap slip, flared to the calf. 3 pieces, drawn here for size 40.

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On the bodyFront and back
Front
Back
Pattern piecesWith seam allowance
FRONTBACKSTRAP · 2×
Pieces3
  • Front1× on fold, 38 by 105 cm
  • Back1× on fold, 38 by 103 cm
  • Strap2×, 31 by 4 cm
MeasurementsSize 40
  • Height168.0 cm
  • Bust92.0 cm
  • Waist76.0 cm
  • Hip101.0 cm
  • Neck37.2 cm
  • Back length (nape to waist)40.6 cm
  • Shoulder to shoulder38.2 cm
  • Waist to hip21.0 cm
Block settingscm
  • Bust ease8.0
  • Waist ease24.0
  • Hip ease12.0
  • Length from nape112.0
  • Flare per side at hem8.0
  • Underarm lowered by2.0
  • Front top above chest line3.0
  • Back top above chest line0.0
  • Strap point above chest line9.0
  • Strap width0.8
Fit checkscm
  • Finished bust100.0
  • Finished hip113.0
  • Length from nape112.0
  • Hem width145.0
  • Strap length24.7
How to sew4 steps
  1. Cut and markCut every piece with the grain arrow parallel to the selvedge. Transfer the notches and the marks with tailor's chalk or a short snip into the seam allowance.
  2. StrapsMake the straps, baste them in place and finish the top edge with a facing or binding.
  3. Side seamsSew the side seams, matching the notches. Press open.
  4. HemTurn up the hem twice and stitch, or catch it by hand.
Fabricsize 40
  • 110 cm wide2.3 m
  • 140 cm wide2.3 m
  • 150 cm wide2.3 m

Estimated from the pieces laid out with seam allowance, grain along the selvedge. Add more for matching checks or stripes. The editor shows the layout.