Grainline Studio : Farrow Dress
GARMENT DETAILS
The Farrow features an elegant A-line shape with flattering diagonal seaming concealing inseam pockets, and a jewel neckline. Imagine wearing View A during the balmy days of summer. View B features bracelet sleeves and is the perfect option for cooler temperatures in the spring and autumn. Layer it with tights and a Driftless Cardigan for the ssnowy days of winter. Dress it up with heels and dress it down with boots.
Techniques involved include sewing a straight seam, setting sleeves, inseam pockets, and applying facings.
Sizes 0 - 18
SUGGESTED FABRICS
Light to medium weight fabrics ranging from linen, linen blends, cotton, lightweight wool and wool blends, silk charmeuse, and silk twill. Extra fabric may be needed to match stripes, plaids, or one-way design prints.
NOTIONS
Thread, hook & eye
DIFFICULTY
Advanced Beginner
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS
View A - Sleeveless
44" : 2 3/4 - 2 7/8 yd (sizes 0 - 10) Cannot be used for sizes 12 - 18 due to width restrictions
54" : 2 3/8 - 2 5/8 yd (sizes 0 - 8); 2 3/4 - 3 yd (sizes 10 - 18)
View B - Bracelet Sleeves
44" : 3 3/8 - 3 1/2 yd (sizes 0 - 10) Cannot be used for sizes 12 - 18 due to width restrictions
54" : 3 - 3 1/4 yd (sizes 0 - 8); 3 1/2 - 3 3/4 yd (sizes 10 - 18)