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True Bias Calvin Wrap Dress
Buy the Calvin Wrap Dress and Top sewing pattern from True Bias. Calvin is a wrap dress and top with exposed bias binding that extends into long ties to form a bow closure. It has rings and sliders which create adjustable shoulder straps for an easy fit. View A is a short top that hits approximately two inches below the natural waist. View B is a straight dress that hits at mid calf.
Suggested fabrics: Light to medium weight woven fabrics that press well such as linen, chambray, rayon challis, silk crepe de chine, and cotton.
Fabric requirements: Extra fabric will be required for pattern/print matching or adding length.
View A Top: 45″ (114 cm) wide fabric (sizes 0-14 only): 0.75 – 1.2 yd (0.7 – 1.1 m) // 54″ (137 cm) wide fabric: 0.75 – 1.2 yd (0.7 – 1.1 m).
View B Dress: 45″ (114 cm) wide fabric (sizes 0-14 only): 2.5 yd (2.3 m) // 54″ (137 cm) wide fabric: 2.2 – 2.5 yd (2 – 2.3 m).
Bias binding: 45″ (114 cm) and 54″ (137 cm) wide fabric: 1 yd (0.9 m).
Sizing: 0 – 18 (approx. UK 8 – 20). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Coordinating thread; hand sewing needle; 2 of each: 1/2″ bra ring and sliders // Optional: One 1/4″ sew-on snap.