Digital DRESS PATTERN FOR GIRLS--"The Maddie Lou Dress"
-pattern includes 5 SIZES -TO FIT GIRLS AGES: 2,3,4,5 and 6
-This is a digital pattern that can be downloaded instantly after purchase.

❀There are several listings for "The Maddie Lou Dress" to show the different design possibilities. They are all the same pattern.

Pleats, a pocket, really cute "knotted bows" and a fun little cut-out at the neckline all come together in this darling girl's dress. The pattern features a classic empire waistline, a knee-length PLEATED OR GATHERED SKIRT and a fully lined bodice. Make it sleeveless or with lovely flutter sleeves. Another nice option is to add piping at the waistline. Instructions are provided for all of these options. There is a zipper in the back.
-See all photos to view the dress made up in the different versions.

-Sewing experience level: advanced beginner to intermediate seamstress

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***THIS LISTING INCLUDES A PHOTO 📷 TUTORIAL WITH COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS AND CORRESPONDING INSTRUCTIONS TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE STEPS. The tutorial is included in the purchase but is downloaded in a separate file. It's set up so that you can print up the first file which includes the pattern pieces, text instructions and illustrations-- the tutorial file is for you to view--on your computer--photos of the process of sewing the dress.
---IF YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE THE PLEATED SKIRT VERSION, A PAPER "PLEAT GUIDE" IS PROVIDED SO THAT MARKING THE PLACEMENT OF EACH PLEAT IS SUPER EASY.
-The pattern includes detailed instructions with side-by-side illustrations and a suggested cutting layout.
-Pattern templates are provided for all pieces except the skirt front and back for which a cutting measurement chart is provided. The pattern pieces include seam allowance.
-The bows are machine washable and machine dry-able and will stand up to normal wear and tear. They do not need to be removed for laundering
-The bows can be made from the same fabric as the dress or from a coordinating fabric
-Suggested fabrics: lightweight woven cotton, quilters weight cotton
-notions: a 14" zipper for the center back for size 5 or 6 (a 12" zipper for sizes 2, 3 or 4)

➪ PLEASE NOTE: This listing is for a digital sewing pattern to be downloaded on a computer. (see below) You will not receive a paper pattern or dress in the mail.
➪ The instructions for all of the patterns in this shop are in English only.

Downloading Information: Within about five minutes of purchase Etsy will send an email to your Etsy email address. It will contain a link for you to download and save the PDF files on your computer. You will need Adobe Reader installed on your computer to view the pattern files.
Adobe Reader can be downloaded free of charge at: http://get.adobe.com/reader
Save the pattern to your computer and you can reprint it for a different size at any time.

Printing Information: The file containing the pattern pieces and written instructions & illustrations can be printed on a home desktop printer using standard 8.5" x 11" or A4 paper. The file containing the color photo tutorial can be printed - but it is not necessary. You can just view it on your computer while sewing.

-If you have any questions while sewing-feel free to email me, I’d be more than happy to talk you through it. Email address: dana.banana.biz [!at] gmail.com

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