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Darling Ranges Curve dress & blouse pattern
Darling Ranges is our take on the contemporary shirt dress, and the pattern that started it all. A deep V-neck, a clever all-in-one button placket, a gathered waist, inseam pockets and set sleeves with elastic cuffs at the elbow, plus back ties so you can wear it fitted or loose and breezy. Sew the classic shirtdress, a dartless blouse, or a swingy dartless dress with a bonus belt. It's endlessly hackable, and a winner in drapey and structured fabrics alike.
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Note: Fabric requirements include 5% fabric shrinkage allowance. You may need to adjust requirements if your fabric shrinks more than 5%.
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Reviews
I've made this pattern twice, once with a very drapey viscose and once with a thicker woven fabric. I love them both! The dress makes me feel confident and the back ties make it adjustable for size fluctuations. Will definitely make it again and wholeheartedly recommend.
I'm so glad I tried this pattern, it features repeatedly in my me-made wardrobe. I've used a variety of fabrics - linen, rayon, broderie anglaise, chambray, ramie - and I love them all!
I feel stylish and comfortable in the Darling Ranges dress, there is enough coverage for a work dress but it's fun and casual to suit weekend wear.
I'm in the crossover size but decided on the Curve pattern due to bust/cup size. When I made a toile I was surprised to find it roomy - that never happens! I did a few tweaks using the tutorials, and now have the fit spot-on. I find I prefer the back darts over the ties, for example.
Das Muster passt prima. Ich habe jedoch meine für mich üblichen Anpssungen umgesetzt.(Rundrücken, Oberteil kürzen, Schulter nachvorn geneigt und unterschiedlich hoch). Die Anleitung und die schrittweisen Tutorials und darin enthaltenen Hinweise und Supportmöglichkeiten sind ausgeszeichnet. Vielen Dank.
I've made this pattern in a couple of different sizes now - a smaller version of the tunic that's quite fitted, a larger curvy version of the blouse that is meant to fit more loosely. I find this pattern very true to size and easy to work with, all the pieces fit together as they should and the instructions are clear. It's a very good bargain to get so many styles in one pattern - I do plan to make a sleeveless version of the tunic next, before going onto making the dress. Honestly - such a flattering and easy to use pattern!
Liked the top very much but had to add fabric to to front as too much of my boobs were showing, wish I’d made a tulle first. Have now adjusted the pattern. So am looking forward to the next one.
Très chouette
Drafted for real bodies & real life
Thoughtful size range
Standard 0–20, Curve 14–34, plus a true separately-drafted Curve block.
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Industry-standard drafting, uncompromising on quality and fit.
Tested, then tested again
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