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SUVI caftan mini & maxi dress

Suvi Caftan Mini & Maxi Dress

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The Suvi caftan dress is an easy and versatile 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.

Difficulty
Beginner
Recommended fabric
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.
Notions
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)*
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.
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Full-scale pattern sheets posted from New Zealand. Shipping applies.
A4 print at home
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Instructions
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Includes all digital files listed above, plus full-scale pattern sheets and printed instructions from Joan’s.