Avid Seamstress Patterns | The Shift Dress

About The Shift Dress

The Shift Dress creates an elegant silhouette that’s modern, sophisticated and versatile. Perfect for weddings, parties or a compliment full day at work, this dress will create an effortlessly chic look. 

The Shift Dress has a fitted bodice, fitted sleeves and pencil skirt with a panel at the bottom of the front skirt. The back of the skirt has flattering waist pleats, a kick pleat at the bottom with the back bodice finished with an invisible zip. Pattern includes optional inner pockets.

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Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22

Skill level - Intermediate 

Suggested Fabrics

Lightweight to medium weight fabrics - non stretch wovens, chambray, crepes, silk, viscose & cottons. 

Supplies Needed

The Pleated Blouse Sewing Pattern includes step-by-step instructions with drawings.