Description

The Hughes is the perfect everyday dress. It features Viennese seams, gathered sleeves, and a gorgeous scoop neckline. The bodice is lined and the skirt has an a-line sweep. It buttons up the front and has an adjustable lace-up tie in the back. The tie can be cinched in or loosened depending on desired fit. The Hughes Dress is designed to be a timeless style with beautiful construction details that can be treasured for generations.

  • 5/8 seam allowance included
  • Advanced beginner to intermediate level sewing
  • Designed for woven fabrics

Skill Level:Intermediate

Recommended Fabrics:
The Hughes Dress is designed for woven fabrics. You will get a different look depending on the fabric you select. A drapey rayon or silk will give a more elegant dressy look, while a more sturdy fabric like a linen will give you a gorgeous everyday dress. We encourage you to be creative and daring with fabric, any dress weight woven fabric is suitable.

NOTIONS:

  • Matching thread
  • 1 yard lightweight fusible interfacing
  • 11qty -1″ buttons (1.3-2.5 cm)
  • Ruler
  • Small safety pin or turning tool

YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS:

MAIN FABRIC

Fabric Width XS-M L-XXL 1X-4X 5X-7X
45″ wide 3.3 yds 3.8 yds 4.3 yds 4.7 yds
54″ – 60″ wide 2.4 yds 2.8 yds 3.4 yds 4 yds


LINING FABRIC

Fabric Width XS-M L-XXL 1X-4X 5X-7X
45″ wide 1 yd 1.2 yds 1.6 yds 1.7 yds
54″ – 60″ wide 1 yd 1 yd 1.2 yds 1.3 yds