A classic pinafore dress with two options for length and two openings. It also comes in grown-up size so you can be matching! To fit children aged 3 - 12 years.
Design Features:
2 shapes: dress with side opening (version 1) or front opening (version 2)
2 lengths: short (dress above the knee) or mini (under the buttocks)
Similar back for the 2 shapes. Finishes with front and back facings. One openable strap. Optional patch pockets. Deep armholes and neckline. To be worn over a tee shirt, sweater or blouse. Dress suitable for all seasons.
Suggested Fabrics:
Main fabric: canvas (cotton/linen), twill, denim, corduroy, woollens, jacquard. The dress can also be made of fleece/French Terry.
Lining fabric for facings: light cotton fabric (cotton poplin or chambray).
Fabric Requirements & Supplies:
Please see FIND YOUR SIZE tab for fabric requirements
Sizing: 3-12 years old
Ability: Intermediate
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS:
For fabrics 140cm or 55'' wide
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| Size/age | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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| Height in cm | 98 | 104 | 110 | 116 | 122 | 128 | 134 | 140 | 146 | 152 |
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| Height in inch | 38 | 41 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 53 | 56 | 58 | 60 |
| Tissu 1 / Fabric 1 | version 1 or 2 mini | 65 cm
| 70 | 70 | 75 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 85 | 90 | 95 |
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| in yard | 3/4 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11/8 |
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| version 1 or 2 short | 65 cm | 70 | 75 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 85 | 90 | 90 | 95 |
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| in yard | 3/4 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11/8 |
| Tissu 2 / Fabric 2 | Facings | 45 cm | 45 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
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| in yard | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | 5/8 | 5/8 | 5/8 |
| Version 1 | Buttons (incl. 1 for the strap) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Version 2 | Buttons (incl. 1 for the strap) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
You will also need:
12 to 15 mm buttons or snap buttons (15 mm) for side opening (version 1) or front opening (version 2).
1 button from 12 to 20 mm or snap button of 15 mm for the shoulder strap.
Thin fusible interfacing for the button tabs 80x4 cm (30x13/4 in.).
