Buy the 5983 Dresses sewing pattern from Burda. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner/intermediate dressmaker. On the one hand, we have a dress with youthful details such as a wide skirt, pretty print and lace trim. On the other hand, we can keep it more subdued and go with a narrower pencil skirt. The simplicity of the latter creates quite an elegant look. Choose according to the occasion and your own styling type.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: Viscose-rayon, crepe, blends, lightweight wools.

Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way design fabrics or shrinkage.

Sizing: A (8-10-12-14-16-18), which is approx. UK sizes A (6 – 14), based on our standardised size chart. Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread. A,B: Invisible zipper 24" (60cm), A: Pre-gathered lace, 3/4" (2cm) x 4 - 4 3/8 yds. (3.55 - 3.95m). Lace, 1 5/8" (4cm) x 3 3/8 - 3 5/8 yds. x (3.00 - 3.25m).

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