Product Description
Sahara Dress & Top – Ladies
$11.00
If you are looking for a sophisticated dress in the comfort of knit fabric, you have found it! The design features two different neckline options for the front and a low scoop back; sleeveless, short sleeves, 3/4 sleeves, and long sleeves with a fully lined bodice. The dress has a full circle skirt that is super flattering. The design comes with three lengths; top length (hits at the hips), tunic length (which covers the bum) and dress length (hits just above the knees). It is a perfect dress, every day and all year round! And since a bust adjustment is included in the pattern, it takes the guess-work out of fitting for the bust.
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner
Sizes: Ladies 0-30 with Optional Bust Adjustment
Note: This is a PDF pattern, not a physical garment. Due to the digital nature of this product, no refunds will be issued after purchase. All patterns are formatted for at home printing on A4 or letter sized paper. A wide-format A0 size document with just the pattern pieces is also included.
Size Chart
Take out your tailor’s tape, grab your model, and measure them to find their size for the perfect fit.
Materials Required
The following materials are required:
- 4-way stretch knit fabric with at least a 50% stretch but no more than 75% stretch- Recommend a blend of at least 5% spandex/lycra for good recovery. A lightweight spandex/lycra is recommended for the lining. Avoid loose knits (they tend to stretch and sag and do not have a good recovery). Avoid also 2-way stretch widthwise knits.
- 1/4″ (0.5cm) Clear elastic to stabilize garment.
- Optional: 3/8” strips of four-way stretch interfacing to stabilize the facing neckline.
Yardage Requirements
11 reviews for Sahara Dress & Top – Ladies
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Rebecca Petty (verified owner) –
I’m in love with this dress, I’m a sucker for a circle skirt and the low back is such a pretty surprise. The fit is spectacular. There was a lot of thought put into the design, construction methods, and instructions. For example, the bodice lining is a separate piece than the main bodice so that when you sew it together, the lining will never show. Also, the instructions are terrific and contain links that demystify things like inserting clear elastic and grading seam allowances.
Jennifer (verified owner) –
Currently working on two of these. I am in love with this pattern! I especially love that every option is spelled out for you when you print so there are no “extra lines” all over the place. It is also awesome that the instructions tell you exactly what pages to print for which option to make sure that you don’t waste paper! Love, love love!
An Staute (verified owner) –
Love this dress! The FB patternpiece is a great for us curvy ladies!
jessica boaz (verified owner) –
Absolutely love this pattern. The twirl factor is out of this world! The fit is spot on and the scoop back is lovely! Home Run!!
Daniel Isaac Novoa blanco (verified owner) –
Me and my daughter love this dress, it is super flattering and as it includes full bust adjustments is super easy to sew. I love the instructions for hemming the circle skirt, it nis super easy!
Koczkáné Burany (verified owner) –
I love that pattern! I love that look! Easy to make, so comfy to wear❤️ The fit and the sizes are great, go get it and the girls version too.
SWalk12 (verified owner) –
I love this pattern; I made a tea length dress version for my daughter to wear to a military ball. Her husband’s CO told her that she was the best dressed spouse there. I was worried about the lined bodice, but the directions were excellent and I had no problems. I hope to make a “summer” version next.
hrach86 (verified owner) –
Absolutely love this pattern. Very easy and quick sew. Flattering and amazing comfortable fit. Wish I had found and made this sooner!
Crystal Anderson (verified owner) –
I adore the scoop neck on the Sahara, and the fun flirty skirt – even on the top length version!
It fits my arms well without adjustment, and is very flattering. My bra straps are covered, even with the wider neck, and I can wear it at work or play.
Sewing was a breeze, and I opted for a minimal stretch skirt – which paired perfectly with my DBP fabric bodice.
I love that it’s interchangeable with other BSD patterns, like the Clementine and Emmaline too!
Thank you for clear instructions!
Karen Thompson (verified owner) –
So in love with this pattern! While I had issues putting the printed pages together, the rest was a breeze! Thank you for your super fast help when I asked for it. I made two for my sister and one for my granddaughter. I’m next in line!
meyancey (verified owner) –
Wonderful pattern! Simple, easy to understand and assemble, and very cute!