Named Patterns - Valo Dress and Top Sewing Pattern

Sizes: EUR 23-56/ US 0-24/ UK 4-28
Skill level: Intermediate
The Valo sewing pattern includes two variations: a midi dress with an elastic waist and large patch pockets, and a relaxed-fit top with a gathered drawstring waist. Both variations have a distinctive heart-shaped yoke with a scoop neck to the front and a V-neck to the reverse. The dress hip seam is reinforced with a flat-felled seam, which gives it a lovely shape and works as a subtle little detail. The dress features elegant half-sleeves, and the top comes with perky short sleeves. This design was inspired by the Leotie dress from our FW14 collection. You can also make the dress with short sleeves and a drawstring waist, and the top with half sleeves and an elasticated waist.
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES

Dress
Interfacing, 40 cm (½ yd)
4 cm (1 5/8”) ribbon for cord casing, 165 cm (2 yd)
3 cm (1 1/8”) elastic, your waist circumference

Top
Interfacing, 40 cm (½ yd)
2 cm (3/4) ribbon for cord casing, 165 cm (2 yd)
Ribbon or cord for drawstring, your waist measurement + 70 cm (3/4 yd)
Cord ends, 2 pcs

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS

Choose a non-stretch, medium weight fabric. You can opt for a low drape fabric, like the linen blend in our samples, or a more drapey one, depending on the desired result. We recommend choosing a contrast color for the yoke, or using the wrong side of your fabric for contrast or cutting it cross-grain, if your fabric allows.

Your PDF digital file will be available to download immediately after you have completed your purchase. You'll get an email with a downloadable link which will remain active for 48 hours, after that,  you can also find your digital files anytime in your quiltyarnstitch.com account profile. We recommend setting up an account as it is a great way to keep everything safe and easy to access whenever you need it.

If you order the Digital Pattern + A0 Printing,  your PDF digital file will be available to download immediately and the A0 pattern sheets will be sent out on the next working day. Please note that we print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you will need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these.