Printed pattern for the Hope dress by Nine Patterns (34 to 48)

HOPE the dress is the ultra “feminine” model that flatters any figure!

To be made in knit or jersey

SIZE RANGE: from 34 to 48

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: beginner ++

At the top, a “false” wrap front highlights the neckline. The elegant sleeves, gathered at the top and tightened at the forearm, beautifully shape the figure regardless of body type.

The waist is nicely defined by a belt (sewn into the seams) that crosses at the back and ties at the front.

For the skirt, you have the choice between:

• A straight skirt gathered at the waist (piece no. 3)
• A half-circle skirt gathered at the waist (piece no. 8)
• A half-circle skirt gathered
  at the waist (piece no. 8 only for sizes 34 to 46)

SUPPLIES:
Version with the straight gathered skirt:
From 34 to 40: 2.20m
From 42 to 46: 2.40m

Version with the half-circle skirt gathered at the waist (only sizes 34 to 46):
From 34 to 40: 2.80m
From 42 to 46: 3m

Version with the godet skirt:
From 34 to 40: 2.80m
From 42 to 46: 3m

NOTIONS:

• 1 large spool of polyester thread for your sewing machine and 3 spools or cones if you have an overlocker
• 1 special needle for jersey or knit

FABRIC CHOICE:

Elastane fabric such as jersey, knit, sweatshirt fabric, crushed velvet, scuba.

Be sure to choose a fabric with enough elastane (at least 40% stretch).