The Solig Dress
With Ariane Clark
DATE: 2 Thursdays, May 21st and 28th
TIME: 6pm - 9pm (2 sessions x 3hrs = 6hours)
Size Chart and Fabric requirements here:
The Solig Dress is a simple dress with a sleek silhouette, suitable for beginners as well as advanced sewists. View A features an elastic back and feels more secure around the bust than View B which has a slightly scooped gathered back with ties. Both views have a gently curved front neckline with side seam bust darts and thin straps. You can choose to make a maxi length version with or without side seam slits, or a mini version. The neckline is finished with a facing that covers your entire bust. The instructions will walk you through installing elastic in the facing hem to make it into a low support built-in-bralette, if you so choose.
SIZING- 00-30 (Bust 31”-57” / 79-145cm)
This pattern will teach you some fun techniques including:
✿ French seams
✿ Elastic channel
✿ French seam slits
✿ Turning thin straps
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS
This pattern is made for woven fabrics and the look of it will change a lot depending on the fabric you choose. A crepe will make it date night ready, whereas a linen or cotton will make it the perfect everyday summer dress. Other favorites include seersucker for ultimate coolness, cotton poplin for a crisp and billowy silhouette, or any rayon/tencel for a beautiful drape. If choosing a thicker fabric, like linen, you may want to use a matching, lighter weight fabric for the facing/bralette.
Suitable fiber compositions include:
✿ Rayon/Tencel/Lyocell
✿ Linen
✿ Cotton
✿ Silk
Suitable weaves include:
✿ Twill
✿ Challis
✿ Crepe
✿ Seersucker
✿ Plain weave
Experience Level: Level 3/4 - Beginner/Intermediate Garment, must have some garment experience sewing from a pattern. This level builds confidence reading a pattern, expands on garment sewing techniques.
Age appropriate: Teens and Adults 16+
Location: Empire Make Space 168 1/2 Ottawa St. N
Instructor: Ariane Clark