Ella is a sleeveless shift dress with a boat neckline and a center back invisible zip closure. The dress can be cut on the bias for a more fluid, body-skimming drape or
cut on the straight grain to make this simple-to-sew basic your next wardrobe staple. The neckline and armholes are finished with facings.
VERSION A is an above-the-knee length mini dress.
VERSION B is a midi length dress that stops at the mid-calf.
Techniques Covered in this Pattern
- Cutting/sewing on the bias
- Installing an invisible zipper
- Facings
- French seams
Sizes: US sizes 0-30 with B, C, and D Cup
Difficulty: Intermediate.
For sizing and yardage requirements, click .
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Notions:
• (1) 50 cm invisible zipper
• Fusible interfacing (choose appropriate interfacing based on fabric weight)
Fabric Recommendations:
Woven (non-stretch) light or medium-weight fabrics, such as rayon, linen, silk, or satin.
PDF Files Included in Download:
- Instruction Booklet, 18 pages
- Print-at-home of all pattern sizes files - US Letter and A4 (52 pages)
- Copyshop Pattern of all pattern sizes files - A0 Size, 3 sheets per cup size
- Pattern files include size layers and sheet printing instructions, so you only have to print what you need.