The Assembly Line - Balloon Sleeve Dress

Balloon sleeve dress offers versatile sleeve options, allowing you to choose between the voluminous puff sleeve, the short straight sleeve, or even go sleeveless. The fitted bodice provides a tailored look, while the a-line skirt and ballon sleeves add a touch of elegance. Features pockets in side seams and zipper closing in the back.

For a casual day look, you can pair the dress with flats, making it comfortable and suitable for various occasions. If you're heading out for an evening event, switching to heels can instantly elevate the outfit, adding a more formal and stylish touch.

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SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED

FIND YOUR SIZE
Compare your body measurements with our SIZE GUIDE.

The Balloon sleeve dress has a fitted top with a flared skirt. To get the size right use your body measurements for both chest, waist and seat when choosing. 

FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS - please see images.

Fabric needed for the balloon sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.7 m / S 5.0 m / M 5.1 m / L 5.3 m / XL 5.7 m / 2XL 6.1 m / 3XL 6.3 m
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.4 m / S 3.5 m / M 3.5 m / L 3.5 m / XL 4.1 m / 2XL 4.1 m / 3XL 4.1 m 

Fabric needed for the short sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.0 m / S 4.3 m / M 4.3 m / L 4.5 m / XL 4.7 m / 2XL 5.1 m / 3XL 5.4 m 
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.0 m / S 3.0 m / M 3.1 m / L 3.2 m / XL 3.2 m / 2XL 3.2 m / 3XL 3.4 m 

Suggested fabrics are light to medium weight fabrics.

You will also need:

• Concealed zipper 60 cm

• Fusible interfacing

• Matching thread

MAKE MORE WITH THIS PATTERN

• Choose different sleeves

• Add contrast colour zipper as a feature