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Suvi caftan mini & maxi dress
Beginner
Sizes: XS - XXL | Size chart
The Suvi caftan dress is an easy and versatile sewing pattern that includes two variations: a casual mini dress, and a bohemian maxi dress. Both designs have a deep V-neck, extended shoulder sleeves, and plenty of ease, which is gathered at the waist with a cord. The maxi dress also includes another waist cord, and gathered shoulders for a more elegant look. This design works well in a wide range of fabrics, and by varying the material you can make it into a relaxed everyday dress, an evening gown, or anything in between.
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PATTERN PROPERTIES
- Patterns and instructions are in English
- All seam allowances are included
- Illustrated sewing instructions
- Non-overlapping pattern layout
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- Print-at-home PDF: 45 home printer pages
- Copy-shop PDF: Three A0 sheets
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PATTERN PROPERTIES
- Patterns and instructions are in English
- All seam allowances are included
- Illustrated sewing instructions
- Non-overlapping pattern layout
PDF PATTERN
- Print-at-home PDF: 45 home printer pages
- Copy-shop PDF: Three A0 sheets
- Projector pattern
- PDF instructions
- Print preview
Pattern type: Post-2020
All PDF patterns are layered
Delivered by email
POD (PRINT-ON-DEMAND) PATTERN
Includes the entire PDF pattern, plus a printed copy-shop pattern. Delivered by email and mail.
PRINTED PATTERN
Not available for this pattern.
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Fabric recommendations
For both variations, choose a lightweight, non-stretch fabric. For an airy and voluminous look, pick a fabric without drape, such as double gauze, cotton lawn or washed linen. For a more flowy and elegant result, choose a drapey fabric, such as viscose challis, crepe, or satin.
This pattern comes with plenty of ease. Check the finished measurements for your size and, if necessary, select a size smaller than usually if you want the garment to be more fitted.
Materials
Materials & supplies mini dress
- 2 cm (3/4”) ribbon for the waist cord casing, see the chart
- Cord for the waist cord, your waist circumference + 70 cm (3/4 yd)*
Materials & supplies maxi dress
- 2 cm (3/4”) ribbon for the waist cord casing, see the chart
- 4 cm (15/8”) ribbon for the shoulder cord casing, 85 cm (1 yd)
- (Cord for the for the shoulder and waist cords, 2 x your waist circumference + 340 cm (33/4 yd))*
* Use a premade cord, or make them from your fabric.
Fabric requirements
Mini dress
| Size EUR/US/UK | Unit | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | ||||||
| Fabric width 150 cm | cm | 210 | 215 | 215 | 215 | 220 | 225 | ||||||
| Fabric width 115 cm | cm | 210 | 215 | 215 | 215 | 220 | 295 | ||||||
| Fabric width 60" | yd | 2 1/4 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 2 1/2 | ||||||
| Fabric width 45" | yd | 2 1/4 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 2 3/8 | 3 1/4 | ||||||
| 2 cm (3/4”) ribbon for the waist cord casing | cm | 175 | 180 | 185 | 195 | 205 | 215 | ||||||
| yd | 1 7/8 | 2 | 2 | 2 1/8 | 2 1/4 | 2 3/8 | |||||||
Maxi dress
| Size EUR/US/UK | Unit | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | ||||||
| Fabric width 150 cm | cm | 320 | 320 | 320 | 325 | 325 | 330 | ||||||
| Fabric width 115 cm | cm | 320 | 320 | 360 | 410 | - | - | ||||||
| Fabric width 60" | yd | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 | 3 5/8 | ||||||
| Fabric width 45" | yd | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 | 3 7/8 | 4 1/2 | - | - | ||||||
| 2 cm (3/4”) ribbon for the waist cord casings | cm | 340 | 355 | 370 | 380 | 400 | 420 | ||||||
| yd | 3 3/4 | 3 7/8 | 4 | 4 1/8 | 4 3/8 | 4 5/8 | |||||||
Note that for patterned or napped fabrics the fabric requirement may be higher.
Finished measurements
| Size EUR/US/UK | Unit | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | ||||||
| Bust | cm | 164 | 170.5 | 177 | 183.5 | 193.5 | 203.5 | ||||||
| inch | 64 5/8 | 67 1/8 | 69 5/8 | 72 1/4 | 76 1/8 | 80 1/8 | |||||||
| Waist | cm | 166 | 172.5 | 179 | 185.5 | 195.5 | 205.5 | ||||||
| inch | 65 3/8 | 67 7/8 | 70 1/2 | 73 | 77 | 80 7/8 | |||||||
| Hip | cm | 170.5 | 177 | 183.5 | 190 | 200 | 210 | ||||||
| inch | 67 1/8 | 69 5/8 | 72 1/4 | 74 3/4 | 78 3/4 | 82 5/8 | |||||||
| Length, mini dress (CB neck to hem) | cm | 91.5 | 92 | 92.5 | 93 | 93.5 | 94 | ||||||
| inch | 36 | 36 1/4 | 36 3/8 | 36 5/8 | 36 3/4 | 37 | |||||||
| Length, maxi dress (CB neck to hem) | cm | 143.5 | 144 | 144.5 | 145 | 145.5 | 146 | ||||||
| inch | 56 1/2 | 56 3/4 | 56 7/8 | 57 1/8 | 57 1/4 | 57 1/2 | |||||||
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