The Zephyr dress
The Zephyr works best in a classic one over one under weave; like gingham, poplin or linen
Then the cloth is stretched along the diagonal it should have at least 25% “Give“. There is no zip* so it needs to be able to stretch around your shoulders when It is pulled on over the head.
It is a deliberately simple shape- just 4 main pattern pieces and optional pockets.
One of the first ideas is to make it even more simple. By removing the sleeves.
The illustrations below show how:
1.to straighten up the top back piece.
2. bind the front and back armhole in one.
3.Use a long bias binding for the back tie;the back;the section where the sleeve would normally be, the front and all they way around to the back tie on the other side.
Sewing the Zephyr dress in knit on the straight grain - It works!
1 comment
If doing both (sleeveless and knit), would you use knit fabric or woven for the bias binding? I’m worried knit might stretch too much
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Stokx Patterns replied:
A good question!!
If you are concerned about the straps stretching; Secure non stretch band ( 6mm /1/4”) to join the front and back dress over the shoulder. When you bind the neck edge do so with the band concealed in the binding.
The Zephyr, especially the sleeveless one is great for a hot day.
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