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Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. Charlie is a fresh take on this warm weather staple.
All versions feature a deep V neckline, short dolman sleeves, inset center panel and roomy pockets. View A is modern and architectural with striking pleats beneath the bust. For a softer, more romantic dress, Views B & C feature a gently gathered bodice with an optional waist tie for a figure-skimming silhouette in two skirt lengths. You may also choose between a dramatically wide sleeve or one slightly higher cut for more coverage.
Sewing level: Beginner
Sizes: 0-32
See images for full size chart.
Materials and Supplies
- Lightweight fusible interfacing
- Marking tool
- Polyester thread
Fabric Recommendations
Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, tencel, linen, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste and voile.
Fabric requirements
Sizes 0-20 - 45” / 1.14 m wide
- VIEW A - SHORT WITH PLEATS ~ Sizes 0-6 = 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 8-14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 16-20 = 3 yd (2.75 m)
- VIEW B - SHORT WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 0-6 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 8-14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 16-20 = 3 yd (2.75 m)
- VIEW C - LONG WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 0-6 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m), Sizes 8-14 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m), Sizes 16-20 = 4 yd (3.75 m)
Sizes 0-20 - 58” / 1.5 m wide
- VIEW A - SHORT WITH PLEATS ~ Sizes 0-8 = 1.75 yd (1.6 m), Sizes 10-14 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m)
- VIEW B - SHORT WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 0-8 = 2.25yd/2m, Sizes10-20 = 2.5yd / 2.25m
- VIEW C - LONG WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 0-6 = 3.25 yd (3 m), Sizes 8-20 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m)
Sizes 14-32 - 45” / 1.14 m wide
- VIEW A - SHORT WITH PLEATS ~ Sizes 14-20= 3.25 yd (3 m), Sizes 22-32= 3.5 yd (3.2 m)
- VIEW B - SHORT WITH GATHERS ~ N/A
- VIEW C - LONG WITH GATHERS ~ N/A
Sizes 14-32 - 58” / 1.5 m wide
- VIEW A - SHORT WITH PLEATS ~ Sizes 14-16 = 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 18-32 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m)
- VIEW B - SHORT WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 14-32 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m)
- VIEW C - LONG WITH GATHERS ~ Sizes 14-32 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m)
Additional Resources
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MORE INFO
This is a PDF sewing pattern for home sewing, not a finished garment. All sales of digital products are final.
You will receive the following PDF files:
- Detailed instructions in English and French
- Layered A0 PDF file
- Sizes 0-20: 3 pages
- Sizes 14-32: 3 pages
- Layered A4 PDF file
- Sizes 0-20: 48 pages
- Sizes 14-32: 63 pages
Printing note: The size range option is only to choose which one you want printed. You will receive all the PDF files for all size ranges.
For more pattern information or pattern support, contact the designer, Closet Core Patterns.
