Dresses
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Simplicity sewing pattern 9820 Misses' Knit Dresses and Shrug Simplicity sewing pattern for Semi-fitted dress in two lengths is slightly flared at hem and has back invisible zipper closure. View A dress is midi length with draped off-the-shoulder neckline. View B is a strapless long length dress. The shrug has center front knot with a pull through tie.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Simplicity sewing pattern for Pullover dress with front buttons and convertible collar has pintucked bodice, elasticized waist and short puffed sleeves, lace trim and self-fabric bow accent. Roomy tabard style apron in above or below knee length has patch pockets and side ties that can be tied around the body for a snug fit or in bows at the sides for a more relaxed fit. See envelope for more information.NZ$ 20.00NZ$ 17.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress with three main pattern pieces. Simple to sew collarless A-line dress has raglan sleeves, back zipper, extended neckline, optional front and back waistline darts and purchased or ribbon belt worn either above or below normal waistline. View 1 and 2 are regular-length. View 3 is above knee-length. View 1 has about wrist-length sleeves. View 2 and 3 have short sleeves. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Very Easy Suitable Fabrics: Cottons and Blends, Cotton Sateen, Crepe, Double Knits, Jersey, Lightweight Wools and Wool Blends, Moire, Printed Silks, Synthetics and Blends, Textured Knits, Wool Crepe. Pattern 9845.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress with three main pattern pieces. Simple to sew slim dress with high round neckline and back zipper has extended shoulder line and optional self tie belt. View 1 & 2 have a tie collar. View 1 has long set-in sleeves. View 2 & 3 are sleeveless. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Very Easy Suitable Fabrics: Brocades, Cotton and Cotton Blends, Cotton Knit, Crepe, Double Knits, Jersey, Lightweight Wool and Wool Blends, Linen, Pique, Satin, Silks, Silk Shantung, Synthetics and Blends, Velveteen, Wool Crepe. Pattern 9846.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1960's dress sewing pattern. The sleeveless and collarless sheath dress View 1 has high round neckline and back zipper. View 2 & 3 with gathered neckline has bias binding and bow trim. View 2 has long set-in sleeves gathered to sleeve bands. Sleeveless view 3 has optional feather trim. When view 2 or 3 is made of lace or sheer fabric, View 1 dress may be worn as an underdress. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: All views in Brocade, Challis, Crepe, Metallic Knits, Matelasse, Silks, Synthetics and Blends. View 1 also in Cottons and Cotton Blends, Linen, Metallic Brocades, Metallic Crepe. Views 1 and 2 also in Jersey, Lightweight Wool and Wool Blends, Printed Wools, Wool Crepe. Views 2, 3 also in Chiffon, Cotton Sheers, Lace, Metallic Netting, Voile. Pattern 9848.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1950's dress sewing pattern. Empire-line dress has short kimono sleeves and neck band to which upper edge of bodice front is softly pleated. Pleated section crosses right over left at neck edge. Dress has back neck zipper opening. View 1 has flared skirt; View 2 has sheath skirt with back pleat. Both skirts are fitted with waistline-darts and shaped to a point in front; cut straight in back at upper edge. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Broadcloth, Chambray, Cottons, Cotton Blends, Linen, Pique, Viscoses (Rayons), Shantung, Silk, Synthetics, Taffeta. View 1 also in Peau de soie, Satin. View 2 also in Crepe, Jersey, Wools. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-in (optional). Pattern 9849.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Dress and jumpsuit with corseted top have back zipper, seamed cups, boning, adjustable lingerie elastic straps and elastic foldover binding. Maxi length dress has shoulder ruffles and gathered skirt with hem ruffle. Jumpsuit has slim legs and front and back darts for fit. Separate pattern pieces included for cup sizes A through J. See envelope for more information. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Brocade, Cotton Types, Jacquard, Power Mesh, Taffeta. A Contrast 2 and A also in: Allover Lace, Organza. Bodice B also in Novelty Sequin Fabrics. B Contrast 2 (Pants) also in Velvet. Lining: Organza, Stretch Mesh. Pattern 9850.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Misses' Dress in Two Lengths Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress sewing pattern. The collarless dress with low round neckline has back zipper. View 1 and View 2 have front and back waistline darts. View 1 sleeveless dress with slit in left side seam is ankle-length. View 2 and View 3 have short set-in sleeves. View 3 is worn with a ribbon sash. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Misses' Knit Dress in Three Lengths One shoulder dress has a gathered side cut out detail, gathered shoulder which can be made with or without a sleeve, and length variations. View A has an asymmetrical hem. SEWING RATING : AverageNZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Misses' Dress with Length Variations Fitted color blocked dress has bodice with princess seams and bust darts. Dress comes in three lengths and can be made with or without sleeves. Dress A has a neckband. All views have side seam pockets. SEWING RATING : AverageNZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Misses' Dresses Relaxed fit shirt dress with elastic waist and side seam pockets. Includes an optional pointed collar and placket that can be made in a contrasting fabric. Dress has a forward drop shoulder with full pleated sleeves and elastic closures in two sleeve length variations. Dress also comes in two length options as well as an optional cut out at the back waist. SEWING RATING AverageNZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1950's one-piece dress sewing pattern. The collar and bodice of this sleeveless dress are cut in one. The bodice has a lapped front closing above center front seam and collar is tapered at center back. Patch pockets trim flared skirt. View 1 has soutache braid trim. View 2 top stitched pockets are buttoned to skirt. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: View 1: Cotton, Denim, Linen, Pique, Viscose (Rayon), Taffeta, Tissue Faille. View 2: Butcher Linen, Chambray, Lengthwise Striped or Plain Cotton, Pique, Viscose (Rayon), Taffeta. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-in.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1960's one-piece and two-piece dress sewing pattern. Dess in View 1 and overblouse in View 2 feature high round neckline, front yoke with a slit opening at center front neck edge, below elbow length kimono type sleeves and back zipper closing. Seam is tapered to a point at center front, where yoke joins lower front section. View 1 has a slightly curved self-fabric belt in back, which buttons to side front. View 2 top has a separating zipper in back. Slim skirt, dart fitted at waistline, has left side zipper closing. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Blends, Cotton Suede, Cottons, Crepe, Double Knits, Flannel, Homespun, Jersey, Linens, Pique, Sailcloth, Shantung, Textures, Wools and Wool Blends. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-In (opt.)NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Vintage Simplicity 1960's one-piece dress in two lengths sewing pattern. Lined dress with side zipper is pleated to one shoulder over which a self-fabric bow is draped. View 1 is ankle-length dress and has left side slit. View 2 dress is regular length. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Brocade, Cottons and Blends, Crepe, Linen, Peau de Soie, Pique, Satin, Silk Prints, Silk Shantung, Silks, Synthetics and Blends, Velveteen, Voile. Lining: Lining Fabrics. Pattern 9916.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Full skirted, belted dress in two lengths has square neckline, can be strapless or with straps, side seam pockets and invisible zipper. View A has boning. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Challis, Chambray, Crepe, Lawn, Lightweight Sateen, Satin, Silky Types. Lining: Lining Fabrics. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible. Pattern 9917.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Dress features sweetheart neckline with a strap detail, elastic shoulder straps, puffed or flutter sleeves and back shirring. Dress has side seam pockets and invisible side zipper. Separate pattern pieces for A/B, C and D cup sizes. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Challis, Crepe, Lightweight Poplin, Linen Types, Sateen, Silky Types, Soft Cotton Types. Lining: Polyester, Viscoses (Rayons). Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Easy to sew dresses have fitted bodice and A-line shaped skirt with or without side split. Dress features stand neckline or jewel neckline, waist cut outs, side pockets and center back zipper closure.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Sleeveless dress and jumpsuit have deep V-neck, lined bodice with cut out midriff detail, side invisible zip, and buttons with elastic loops at back bodice. Recommended fabrics Crepe, Denim, Linen, Ponte, Sateen, Satin, Silky Types. Lining: Polyester, Rayons, Soft Cottons. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Deep V-neck or scoop neckline dresses have lined bodice, 1/4 inch elastic encased in shaped front cut-out, gathers below yoke, side seam pockets and invisible back zip. View A has low back with criss cross straps. Recommended fabrics Chambray, Cotton Blends, Cotton Lawns, Linen Blends, Poplin, Rayon, Silky Types. Lining: Cotton Blends, Polyester Blends. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Easy to sew wrap style dresses have flutter sleeves or sleeveless option, front ties at the waist and back keyhole with button closure. Recommended fabrics Stretch Knits only such as: Interlock, ITY, Jersey, Poly / Spandex.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Flared dress with a wide halter neck strap has inverted pleated skirt, open back, side seam pockets, invisible zip closure and button closure at neck. Recommended fabrics Cotton, Crepe, Denim, Linen, Sateen, Silky Types. Lining: Lining Fabric. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Spaghetti strap dresses have lined bodice with princess seams, gathered skirt, front and back ties, side seam pockets, and invisible back zip closure. Views A and B have cold shoulder detail with elastic at sleeves. View C has double strap detail. Recommended fabrics Chambray, Cotton Blends, Cotton Lawns, Linen Blends, Poplin, Rayon. Lining: Cotton Blends, Polyester Blends. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.NZ$ 22.00NZ$ 19.99
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Windcheater dress Raglan sleeves Slight balloon shape Inseam pockets (optional) Slight hi-low hemline Rib neck, cuffs and hem band Side front panels Crew neck. FABRIC SUGGESTION French terry, fleece, rugby knit. Please note: Style Arc patterns are suited to a more confident sewer. The written instructions are not illustrated at each step.NZ$ 27.99NZ$ 26.99
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This sophisticated midi dress will effortlessly elevate your wardrobe. It is a regular fit with a slightly blouson bodice and flowy skirt which falls from the shirred waistline. We have provided two bodices, one to use with the feminine, shirred cuff sleeve or alternatively a bodice for a sleeveless look. The curved hem gives this style a totally up to the moment feel. FABRIC SUGGESTION Silk, rayon and georgette. TRIMS 1x button 10 mm / 16L and Shirring elastic. Please note: Style Arc patterns are suited to a more confident sewer. The written instructions are not illustrated at each step.NZ$ 27.99
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You will love this versatile dress that can be worn on any occasion. The knife pleat down the front and the crossed over knife pleat falling from the back yoke makes this dress a flattering alternative to add to your wardrobe. The extended shoulder line along with the stitched front detail, shirt tail hem line and inseam pockets really sets this great dress apart from the rest. FABRIC SUGGESTION Crepe, Silk, Linen, Tencel or any woven dress fabricNZ$ 26.99
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Discover this versatile dress pattern from Burda style! The first variation features couture-style flutter sleeves that add a fashionable twist to the simple silhouette—making it a standout as a top as well. The second variation, inspired by the iconic polka dot dress, focuses on clean lines and modern shoulder details, perfect in a summery pastel pink. Ideal for sewing enthusiasts with a bit of experience! Fabric suggestions A, B: Lightweight dress fabrics, A: cotton fabric, B: cotton poplin. A, B: LiningNZ$ 22.00
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Discover this Burda style dress pattern for your spring look! The two variations offer a versatile wrap-style midi dress that pairs perfectly with sneakers or ballet flats. It looks great in vibrant colors and romantic floral prints. The second variation features a wrap effect, and a waist-cinching look in airy lightweight viscose, with a pattern reminiscent of a sunset. Ideal for fashion-conscious sewing enthusiasts! Fabric suggestions A, B: Lightweight fluid dress fabrics, A: Polyester fabric, B: Viscose-rayonNZ$ 22.00
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This Burda easy dress pattern offers three summery options, perfect for beginners. Sew a playful mini dress with a floral print, an elastic waistband, and delicate sleeves – ideal for casual wear or the office. Or opt for an off-the-shoulder midi dress with a checkered pattern and trendy tie straps. Alternatively, there’s a sleeveless dress with a wide ruffle at the neckline, perfect for hot days. All designs are easy to sew and provide airy, feminine summer looks. Fabric suggestions ABC: Lightweight dress fabrics, A: viscose-rayon, B: muslin, C: cotton blendNZ$ 22.00
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Make your outfit a showstopper with this Burda style dress and blouse pattern! The two variations feature a trendy tunic dress with beautiful embroidery on the bodice that you can wear casually or cinched at the waist with a tie. The vibrant tile pattern and elegant pintucks make the blouse an absolute must-have. Perfect for a stylish look on any occasion! Fabric suggestions A, B: Dress fabrics. Blouse fabrics. A: linen, B: viscose-rayon with elastaneNZ$ 22.00
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Discover this versatile Burda style pattern that is available as both a dress and a top—perfect for sewing enthusiasts and fashion lovers! The feminine dress features a halter neck and an XL ruffle that brings a summery vibe; the ruffle can also be removed, allowing you to customize the length of the dress. The elegant top with a shirt collar and tie band looks sophisticated in silk satin and is suitable for both the office and dinner. Fabric suggestions A, B: Lightweight fluid fabrics made of cotton or silk. A: Muslin. B: Silk.NZ$ 14.00