Sew Liberated Patterns : Lichen Duster
The versatile Lichen Duster can be worn as a lightweight coat, wrap dress, or robe -- a true capsule wardrobe workhorse! Its shawl collar, princess seams, unique pockets, four skirt gores and hand-stitched facings make it a beautiful heirloom piece. Style it over dresses and jumpsuits, or jeans and tees. Use your own belt or wrap the included fabric belt around your waist, tucking in the ends, for a chic morning-to-evening dress. The Lichen can be made with a sweeping high-low hem or a straight hem.
For women's sizes 0 - 30
Recommended Fabric
Depending on the fabric your choose, the Lichen Duster can be worn in warm or cold weather. It is unlined, constructed with front and back facing of the same fabric. Choose mid-weight linen or cotton for all-season wear. More advanced sewists can branch out and choose mid-weight wool, or even silk or silk velvet.
Fabric Requirements
Sizes 0 - 10
45" wide fabric : 4 1/2 yds
54" wide fabric : 4 yds
Sizes 12 - 20
45" wide fabric : 5 1/2 yds
54" wide fabric : 4 1/2 yds
Sizes 21 - 30
45" wide fabric : 6 yds
54" wide fabric : 5 yds
Lightweight Interfacing : 1 yd for the full collar or four 1" squares for stress points only
