The Avid Seamstress - The Gathered Dress Ages 3-8

The Gathered Dress Ages 3-8

The Gathered Dress is a gorgeous girls dress for ages 3-8 years. A T-shaped dress with the sleeves formed as part of the front/back which makes it really fun and easy to sew. The front has a cute oversized pocket and the back has a gathered section at the waist. 

View A has a button close at the back neck.
View B has an invisible zip close at the back neck. 

Pattern sizes

Ages 3 - 8 years old

Suggested Fabrics

This pattern works well in most light weight to medium weight fabrics. For a Spring/Summer dress use a thin cotton and for Autumn/Winter a medium weight fabric is ideal.

Supplies Needed

View A - Fabric, thread, hand needle, 10cm narrow satin ribbon, button (1-2cm)
View B - Fabric, thread, 22cm/8" invisible zipper (ensure your sewing machine has a zipper foot)

What's included

• Pattern printed on high quality white pattern paper
• Beautiful step by step instruction booklet
• Guide on taking your measurements
• Fabric and Sewing basics help card
• Sewing Terms Demystified card
• Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
• Information on The Avid Seamstress