Long Weekend Tank Dress with Wide Binding

The Long Weekend Tank Dress sewing pattern seamlessly blends comfort with contemporary style.

Featuring wide binding, playful side splits, and a fitted silhouette, this on-trend dress sewing pattern embodies modern style & versatility.

Includes layered print at home, A0 copy shop & projector files.

WATCH THE VIDEO to see what's in this sewing pattern.

◄FEATURES

The Long Weekend Tank Dress features:

• Fitted silhouette hugs your curves gently.
• Wide Binding around neckline & arms.
• Cutaway armhole.
• Side splits.
• 1-piece front.
• 2-piece back - a waist seam ensures ease of fit for your curves.
• 4 lengths - above knee, below knee, midi & long.
• Very easily customised to create different lengths. We show you how.
• Optional sash.
• Multi-sizing instructions.
• Sizes 4-30 (all sizes included).

Customise the split height effortlessly and create dresses for different body types with our multi-sizing instructions.

Designed for 4-way stretch knit fabrics, this pattern ensures both comfort and style.

Print at home, utilise A0 copy shop files, or use large font projector files - the choice is yours for convenient pattern formats.

◄SIZING

• Size 4-30 (includes all sizes).
• View our size chart here.

• Measure upper bust to determine size. See tutorial for more details.

◄WHAT YOU GET

INSTANT DOWNLOAD! Receive the sewing patterns instantly after purchasing.

SIZES INCLUDED: Size 4-30. All sizes are included in your purchase.

FORMATS: This sewing patterns come in several formats, so you can use the one that suits you. All are included in your purchase.

• Print at home (A4 / US Letter size).
• Print at copy shop (A0 size).
• Projector files (large font, full pattern pieces).

COMPREHENSIVE TUTORIAL: We make the tricky bits easy.

Our in-depth tutorial includes detailed info on sizing, fabric choice, printing & more. It features vibrant colour photos & clear instructions to sew this garment. Plus real-life inspiration across various sizes from fellow sewists.

SEAM ALLOWANCE: Included in our patterns & specified on the pattern & in the tutorial.

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◄FABRIC & TRIMS

SUITABLE FABRIC:4-way stretch knit fabrics. Horizontal stretch: 30%+. Vertical stretch: 20%+.

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: View the chart here.

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:Athletic knit, Bamboo Elastane, Crepe knit, Cupro, Double brushed poly (DBP), Hacci, ITY (not suitable for binding/bands), Liverpool, Merino Wool Knit, Modal Elastane, Poly elastane knits, Ponte (must be soft & stretchy), Rayon Elastane, Rib Knit, Scuba, Single brushed poly (SBP), Stretch knit crepe, Stretch Velvet, Sweater knit, Swim Fabric, Viscose Elastane, Wool Knit Blends.

Note: Binding fabrics must contain elastane (also called lycra or spandex) and have good resilience. See tutorial for more information. 

◄PATTERN SPECS

Tutorial: Includes comprehensive step by step instructions with plenty of photos. 

3 Pattern Formats: Print at home, A0 copy shop & large font projector file (select coloured or black size lines). All options are included. 

Projector files for this pattern include multi-coloured and black size lines, large text and full pattern pieces. Plus centre fold lines so you can cut on the fold if needed.

• PRINT AT HOME PATTERN: In A4 or Letter.
• COPY SHOP PATTERN: A0 size (ask for plan print).
• PROJECTOR PATTERN: Large front with (1) Multi coloured size lines & (2) Black size lines
• LAYERED: Yes.
• SIZES: AU 4-30. 
• SKILL LEVEL: Experienced beginner.
• FABRIC TYPE: Stretch.
• VIDEO: Yes (for the wide binding).
• MEASUREMENTS: All patterns are in metric (cms) & imperial (inches).
• OPEN & PRINT IN: Adobe Reader. Get for free here. 

◄DOWNLOADING & PRINTING

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