Introducing the Siarrah Structured Dress Sewing Pattern!
This chic design features a stylish mock neck, paneled sleeves, and elegant double darts at both the front and back, creating a flattering silhouette. Falling above the knee, the Siarrah combines a relaxed fit at the top and bottom with a tailored waist for a trendy, fashionable look.
Perfect for woven and stable knit fabrics such as jacquard and scuba, this pattern is ideal for those looking to create a versatile addition to their wardrobe. Whether dressing it up for a night out or keeping it casual, the Siarrah dress is sure to make a statement. Get ready to sew your new favorite dress!
Let’s have a look at the design:
As usual, my pattern is made in 10 sizes from XXS to 5XL so you may find a suitable size for yourself. If you are not sure which size suits you, take a look at the measurement table before doing anything here: SIZE GUIDE.
The pattern is made using layered PDF, please check for your desired size before printing so you won’t waste your paper. I have included a first page with many details about sizing and printing, so please first read the first page and make sure you know what size you need! If you still do not know how to print a layered PDF, please check for the printing instruction in this post: PRINTING GUIDE.
My patterns are now made in Projector files, A4/Letter paper and A0 paper formats so you can use a projector, print at home or at any print shop!
For home printers, you can print this using either A4 or Letter paper. I calculated the printing area so that you will be able to use either type of paper to print the pattern out perfectly. Always print the first page first and check with the test square if you are printing at the right scale before you print out the whole pattern – avoid waste of ink and waste of paper, save the earth!
Some PC may print smaller than actual size even when you choose 100% scale – I don’t know why this problem exist, but my HP laptop cannot print true to size. I have to scale up to 103% to get the right size. You may need to check with your PC to see if it prints true to size, if not, scale up a bit. I was informed by a reader that you can also print the pdf as image to get the right scale, however I never tested it on my computer.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
TOOLS AND MATERIAL
- Fabric of your choice. This pattern is intended for WOVEN and STABLE KNIT fabrics. Choose a fabric that has structure for best results.
- Scissors, pencil or fabric marker, ruler, pins
- Sewing machine/Serger or needle and thread
- Printed pattern
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS
| Size | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
| Fabric requirement (140cm/55″ fabric width) | cm | 210 | 212 | 214 | 216 | 218 | 220 | 222 | 224 | 227 | 230 |
| in | 84 | 84.8 | 85.6 | 86.4 | 87.2 | 88 | 88.8 | 89.6 | 90.8 | 92 | |
PATTERN PIECES
The pattern pieces are as follows:
- Front Dress: cut 1 piece on the fold
- Back Dress: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Front Sleeve Panel 1: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Front Sleeve Panel 2: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Back Sleeve Panel 1: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Back Sleeve Panel 2: cut 2 mirrored pieces
- Front Neck Facing: cut 1 piece from main fabric + 1 piece from fusible interfacing
- Back Neck Facing: cut 2 mirrored pieces from main fabric + 2 mirrored pieces from fusible interfacing
- Sleeve Bottom Facing: cut 2 mirrored pieces
SEAM ALLOWANCE
– Hem: 3cm (1 ¼”)
– Center back seam: 2cm (3/4”)
– All other seams: 1cm (3/8”)
– Seam allowance has been included in the pattern pieces. Cut pattern as is and use the above mentioned seam allowance when constructing the garment.
CUTTING INSTRUCTION
Place the pattern pieces on the fabric, pin the pattern pieces to the fabric to secure them in place. Using sharp scissors, carefully cut out the fabric pieces along the outer lines of the pattern. Take your time to ensure precise and clean cuts, as this will affect the fit and overall appearance of your garment.
Make sure to mark all notches and other design features such as darts, pleats, draw marks etc. from the pattern pieces onto your fabric. When sewing the garment, pay attention to notches, they must match up.
SEWING INSTRUCTION
1. Sew the neck and waist darts
Fold the fabric right sides together, along the marked dart legs and stitch. Leave long thread tails at each dart vanishing point and tie into a knot to secure the dart.
For the neck darts, trim off the bulk and press the dart open.
2. Sew the main garment
Place Front Dress and one Back Dress right sides together, matching the shoulder and side seam and stitch.
You can add inseam pockets to the dress if you like. Tutorial: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2018/02/22/adding-side-seam-pockets-to-the-dress/
Repeat with the other Back Dress to get the main garment.
3. Sew the Sleeve
Place Front Sleeve panel 1 and 2 right sides together, matching the seam with the notches and stitch.
Place the Back Sleeve panel 1 and 2 right sides together, matching the seam with the notch and stitch.
Place Front Sleeve and Back Sleeve right sides together, matching the seams along the seams and stitch to get the complete sleeve.
Press all seam allowances open.
Sew the short ends of the Sleeve Facing right sides together and press seam allowances open.
Pin the Sleeve Facing to the sleeve bottom. The seam of the facing matches the underarm seam of the sleeve. Stitch the facing to the sleeve. Press and understitch the seam allowances towards the facing.
Use slip stitch to create an invisible sleeve hem.
4. Set in sleeves
Video tutorial for setting in sleeves: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2023/11/06/how-to-sew-set-in-sleeve/
5. Sew neckline facing
Apply fusible interfacing on the corresponding pieces.
Place front facing and back facing right sides together, matching shoulder seams and stitch.
Place neckline facing and main garment right sides together, matching the neckline.
Stitch the neckline using 1cm (3/8”) seam allowance. Trim seam allowances down to 0.5cm (1/4”) and clip the corner.
Press and understitch seam allowances to the neckline facing.
6. Attach invisible zipper to the back of the dress
Tutorial: https://tianascloset.com/index.php/2024/10/29/how-to-sew-invisible-zipper-on-a-garment-with-facing/
7. Finish hemline
Fold 3cm (3/4”) of the hem toward the wrong side of fabric and use slip stitch to create an invisible hem.
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