Dovestone Dress Sewing Pattern
Embrace Summer with the Flowing Dovestone Dress
This pattern offers the delightful choice of a dramatic maxi length or a chic knee-length. Designed to be fitted across the bust and then flow beautifully to the ground (or finish with a clean hem for the knee-length option), the Dovestone Dress is a joy to sew and a dream to wear. The maxi version features a stylish central front slit, adding a touch of drama and ensuring ease of movement.
A long, elegant drawstring tie provides incredible styling versatility. Cinch it at the back for a relaxed feel, or tie it at the front waist to create a more defined silhouette that celebrates your unique shape.
Buy your paper or PDF sewing pattern
Buy your Dovestone Dress Sewing Pattern in paper or PDF format
The Dovestone Dress sewing pattern is available in two convenient formats to suit your needs. Choose our beautifully printed paper pattern for a tangible sewing experience. Or, for instant access and digital flexibility, select the PDF pattern, which is provided in both large-format A1/A0 for copy shops and standard A4/Letter for easy printing at home.
We ship our paper patterns worldwide. All patterns are available in UK size 6-34, with two pattern cup sizes.
Dovestone Dress Sewing Pattern Details
Pattern Description
The Dovestone Dress is a versatile summer maxi / knee length dress; it’s fitted across the bust and then flows loosely to the ground. The maxi dress has a central slit at the front to add a touch of drama and ease of movement, whilst the knee length dress is sewn to the hem.
A long drawstring tie allows the dress to be styled in multiple ways; either tied at the back, or front waist for added silhouette definition.
Supplies
In order to sew the pattern, you will require the following materials:
Fabric (see recommended types below).
Matching thread.
This pattern requires a long drawstring for the ties. It is assumed that you will make your own drawstring using the pattern piece D provided. However, you may prefer to purchase a 15mm (5/8”) flat drawstring instead; refer to fabric requirements chart below for length.
Fabric Recommendations
Light to medium weight woven fabrics with drape are recommended for this pattern. Consider using cotton lawn, viscose, rayon, Tencel, georgette, challis, or crepe de chine.
Please refer to the size chart and fabric requirement chart for fabric lengths required for each pattern size.
View A: Maxi dress with tie straps
View B: Knee length dress
Free Sewalong for the Dovestone Dress
Sew With Us: Your Free Dovestone Dress Sewalong
At IzzoSew Studio, we understand that everyone's sewing journey is unique, and we celebrate your individuality! That's why, in addition to our detailed step-by-step instruction guide (complete with beautiful images and clear directions), we've created a free, comprehensive sew-along video for the Dovestone Dress. Join our founder, Izzy, as she guides you through each stage of creating your dress. Whether you're a visual learner, prefer a more hands-on approach, or simply enjoy sewing along with a friendly face, this sew-along is designed to support you every stitch of the way. We believe that everyone deserves to feel the joy of creating a garment they love, and this video is our way of making that experience even more accessible and enjoyable.
What’s in a name?
Our Dovestone: Happy Memories in Every Stitch
We believe the names of our patterns should carry a little piece of our story, and the Dovestone Dress is no different. This design is lovingly named after the stunning area surrounding Dovestone Reservoir in the Peak District, a place that holds a special significance for our founder, Izzy, and is often associated with happy summer days.
For Izzy, Dovestone evokes the warmth of childhood summers spent exploring its shores with her family. She remembers the bright sunshine dancing on the water, the carefree feeling of walking along the trails, and the joy of shared laughter amidst the beautiful scenery. These memories of lighthearted summer adventures left an indelible mark on her heart.
With the Dovestone Dress, Izzy wanted to capture that same feeling of breezy summer happiness and effortless style. The flowing silhouette, perfect for warm days, and the option for a cool maxi or a playful knee-length reflect the relaxed and versatile nature of summer itself. Just as those summer walks around Dovestone offered both stunning views and comfortable ease, this dress is designed to be both beautiful to wear on sunny days and easy to move in. We hope that as you sew and wear your Dovestone Dress, it brings you a touch of that same joyful summer spirit and reminds you of your own cherished warm-weather moments.
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Experience the perfect blend of comfort, style, and a touch of heartfelt inspiration. The Dovestone pattern is your gateway to creating a beautiful garment you'll love to wear.
How our customers feel:
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"The instructions are very detailed which was super helpful, and there is also an excellent sewalong which I found useful when it came to lining the bodice. The Rivelin Ruffle Dress is their first ever pattern and I was really impressed. I will certainly be looking out for their future pattern releases."
Emma
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"I was super impressed by the instruction booklet for the Dovestone - so much detail and advice throughout, making it perfect for beginner or less confident sewists."
Tamlyn
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"The pattern was so much fun to sew up! Very clear instructions and just came together really nicely”
Cath
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“The instructions are FANTASTIC! I loved the attention to detail on each step as far as finishing and pressing seams. It made for a very pleasurable sew.”
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