I am so thrilled to finally release the Isabella! The Isabella is a fun PDF pattern that is so versatile for all seasons and can be made with a vast variety of different fabrics. I hope you enjoy making this pattern for your girls!
The revolution of the Isabella started nearly a year ago. Originally the dress was going to have sleeves, but I was never 100% sure with the outcome of the dress. Then it all made sense that this little dress was meant to be a jumper instead! To take it a step further, why not shorten it a little and pair it with leggings. At this point the pleated dress and tunic was born.
More about the Isabella:
The Isabella is a high waisted, pleated dress or tunic. The back of the garment has a button loop closure. The Isabella is made with a little room to put a shirt underneath, but is not too much room that it can be worn during the summer months.
- The pattern is available in sizes 12 months – 12 years
- The Isabella is available in PDF form only and can be instantly downloaded in the Ollie and Annie Etsy shop.
- A pleat guide is available to assist in making perfect pleats for this pattern. No more guessing!
- Pattern includes detailed instructions with colored photos and even simple sewing explanations on basic sewing techniques. This pattern is perfect for the intermediate beginner to advanced seamstress.
As always, I am fortunate to have such a wonderful group of testers testing my patterns. For the Isabella they once again out did themselves and created beautiful dresses and tunics. Below are some photos I wanted to share.
The dress version of the Isabella is mid-knee length. This version is so versatile as it can be a jumper layered with a long sleeve shirt for the fall and winter months. It can also be a comfortable summer dress with a classic look.
The tunic version is a fun variation from the basic cotton tunic and leggings. The tunic can be worn with shorts or leggings in the Spring months or can add a nice pop of color over a basic shirt and leggings for the Fall and Winter months. The tunic is at upper thigh length.
Button loop Closure of the Isabella
The back of the Isabella has a beautiful and simple button loop closure.
Details on Pleats
The pleats on the Isabella are simple open pleats. The beautiful pleats give the dress and tunic a beautiful shape with a fuller skirt shape. Included in the pattern is a pleat guide. The pleat guide is helpful in showing exactly where the pleats are on the skirt and where to fold them. Every time you make this pattern your pleats will be perfect!
Thank you for reading about the new Isabella dress and tunic pattern. I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I loved creating it. You can find the Isabella pattern for purchase at my Etsy Store. I am offering a special 20% discount on the Isabella today ONLY, September 12! Code: ISABELLA20. The discount is available on all patterns in the Ollie and Annie Collection Etsy shop as well.
I hope you will share your creations with us at our Facebook page and Facebook sewing group. In our sewing group you will not only get more information about this dress, but also additional information on future patterns by Ollie and Annie Collection. Thank you for stopping by!
Additional Blog Reviews on the Isabella
ladybugandelephant.wordpress.com
studio280stitches.blogspot.com
nicnacduck.blogspot.com/2014/09/isabella-pleated-dresssquirrelalicious.html
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