The Carter Dress sewing pattern features a knit bodice with multiple top optionsincluding polo, tank, and tee stylespaired with a mid-calf skirt in knit or woven, optional inseam pockets, and sleeve variations for a versatile, customisable look.
Knit bodice
Skirt in optional knit or woven
Long, short or sleeveless options
Polo top option
Tank with low V, scoop or soft boat neck option
Tee shirt with scoop or crew neck option
Optional inseam pockets
Mid-calf length
Note: Style Arc patterns are suited to a more confident maker. The written instructions are not illustrated at each step.
SIZING: UK 18-30 (see size chart)
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: See image
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:
For the bodice and optional knit skirt: Ponte, jersey, unbrushed fleece, tee shirt knit. Bodice must be knit, recommend minimum 180gsm weight with at least 30% stretch
For the optional woven skirt – Lightweight linen, cotton poplin or voile, silk, rayon
NOTIONS:
6mm (1/4″) wide elastic or clear stay-tape cut to the total length of your bodice waist measurement Fusing for Polo Top Optional: 3 x buttons of 10mm (16L) size
