Washington Dress - Cashmerette Patterns

Mixing the comfort of a knit bodice with the fabric possibilities of a woven skirt, the Washington Dress gives you the freedom to play with colors and textures, for a look that’s uniquely you. Like all Cashmerette Patterns, the bodice comes in three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, and G/H), which makes fitting a cinch! Style wise, the Washington Dress gives you endless design options. The knit bodice features a figure-enhancing scoop neckline and three sleeve variations: short, three-quarter, or full length. The A-line skirt cleverly combines woven fabric with a heavy knit yoke, eliminating the need for closures and allowing you to comfortably slip the dress over your head. For additional tummy control, the front yoke can be made from a woven fabric. 

Recommended fabric: 

• Bodice: Light to mid weight knit fabric such as jersey or ITY with at least 50% crosswise stretch. 
• Yoke: Heavy knit fabric such as ponte or scuba. For more support, make from a mid to heavyweight woven. 
• Skirt: Mid to heavyweight woven fabric, such as cotton, linen, canvas or upholstery fabric. 

Notions

•  Thread
• Ballpoint or stretch needle
• Universal needle
• 1.5 yards (1.4 meters) of clear 1/4 inch (6mm) elastic (optional).