Buy the Sofia Dress and Top sewing pattern from Victory Patterns. Sofia is a wonderful mix of pretty and comfortable, featuring an elasticised, shirred bodice that allows for easy fit and wear. You will find full instructions on how to sew shirring. Choose from three garment styles along with several sleeve options, which can be mixed and matched to create different looks.

The dress features a waist-length bodice and an A-line skirt with optional pockets and lining. Two top options are also included, allowing you to make a crop with a small ruffle hem, or a peplum top with a larger ruffle hem. Pair them with your favorite high waisted skirt or pants.

Choose from four sleeve styles. Sleeves 1 and 2 are similar in style, featuring an elasticated puff shoulder and ruffled hem. Sleeve 1 is cap length, and Sleeve 2 is elbow length. Sleeve 3 is a bishop sleeve with an elasticated puff shoulder and rows of shirring at the wrist. Sleeve 4 is a bias-cut bell sleeve that is accompanied by a shoulder strap, designed to ensure coverage of bra straps.

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

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: 

Main: Lightweight fabric with a soft drape. Cotton, gingham, broadcloth, rayon, linen, single gauze, crepe.

Lining (optional): Bemberg or acetate lining. Select a colour that is compatible with your fabric.

Fabric requirements: The pattern is drafted for a height of 5’7″ (170 cm). Purchase additional fabric if lengthening your garment or if using fabric with a nap, directional print, stripes or plaids.

Sizes 0 - 18

Dress: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric (sizes 0-12 only): 3.6 - 4.2 yd (3.3 - 3.8 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 3.5 - 3.9 yd (3.2 - 3.6 m) // Optional skirt lining (54"/137 cm wide): 2 yd (1.9 m).

Crop Top: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric (sizes 0-12 only): 1.8 - 2.4 yd (1.6 - 2.1 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.6 - 2 yd (1.5 - 1.8 m).

Peplum Top: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric (sizes 0-12 only): 2 - 2.6 yd (1.8 - 2.4 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.8 - 2.2 yd (1.7 - 2 m).

Sizes 14 - 30

Dress: 54" (137 cm) wide fabric (sizes 14-24 only): 3.8 - 4.3 yd (3.5 - 3.8 m) // 60" (152 cm) wide fabric (sizes 26-30): 3.8 - 4.3 yd (3.5 - 3.9 m) // Optional skirt lining (54"/137 cm wide for sizes 14-24 or 60"/152 cm wide for sizes 26-30): 2 yd (1.9 m).

Crop Top: 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.8 - 2.4 yd (1.7 - 2.2 m).

Peplum Top: 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 2.7 yd (1.8 - 2.5 m).

Sizing: 0 – 18 (approx. UK 6 – 18) or 14 - 30 (approx. UK 16 - 32). Please check the size chart.

Notions: All-purpose thread; 2 - 3 spools of good quality elastic thread (20 m/spool) // Dress: 1/4" elastic, 2 - 3 yd (1.9 - 2.8 m) // Crop and Peplum Top: 1/4" elastic, 1.2 - 1.8 yd (1.1 - 1.7 m) // Sleeve 4 (bell): fusible interfacing, 1/2 yd/m.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; US letter/A4 print-at-home pattern (55 pages for sizes 0 - 18 or 65 pages for sizes 14 - 30 if printing all options); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets); 36" wide copy shop pattern.

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