Sewing instructions for Rachel dress

12 septembre 2019

Two versions – one cut ! We've expanded the Rachel pattern for you to include a shirt option. Note the different cut lines in the pattern, and you'll have two models (see product photos). The dividing seams in the front and the special sleeve ends with wide cuffs and ties are the hallmarks of our autumn dress . The skirt is attached at the waist seam. If you want to conceal the seam, you can add a tie or combine it with a ready-made belt .

Length in the center back = 102-108cm

→ To the “Rachel” pattern

The Rachel in this pattern was sewn from a modal jersey with elastane.

Required materials:

We recommend a soft jersey with elastane.


Size 34-40 Size 34-42	Outer fabric dress Outer fabric shirt	1.80 m 1.30 m	140 cm wide 140 cm wide
Size 42-50 Size 44-50	Outer fabric dress Outer fabric shirt	2.30 m 1.40 m	140 cm wide 140 cm wide
Size 34-50	insert	0.45 m	90 cm wide

Cut the pattern pieces from your fabric . Position the selvedges parallel to the center so you can place the front and back pieces on the fold. All pattern pieces should be placed with the lettering facing up. Always align the grain arrow on all pieces in the same direction and parallel to the selvedge of the fabric. Transfer all notches from the pattern by making a 3mm cut with scissors or chalk, and mark the ends of the darts. Notch the seam allowance along the fold, as this is always the center.

You need:

2x upper side front part made of jersey, opposite
1x upper middle front part in jersey
2x lower front/back part in jersey
1x upper back part in jersey
2x jersey sleeves, opposite
2x jersey cuffs
2x jersey ribbons
1x front facing in fold made of jersey
1x back facing in fold made of jersey
2x cuffs made of interlining
2x bands made of insert
1x front part facing in fold from interlining
1x back part facing in the fold from interlining

Sewing instructions:

Seam allowances are included - 1cm wide or as per marking clips!

To sew this dress you will need a sewing machine and an overlock sewing machine, or alternatively the zigzag stitch on your sewing machine to neaten the cut edges.

Be sure to use a jersey needle and a stretch stitch. This means that if you're using a home sewing machine, you should use either a zigzag stitch or a three-part stretch stitch. Then, finish all seam allowances with a zigzag stitch or another similar stitch to prevent fraying. The colored lines in the images show you, in addition to the description, where a seam needs to be sewn or glued.
When sewing, pay attention to the seam allowance included in the pattern.
Have fun sewing!

First, sew the upper center front piece to the upper side pieces, right sides together. Both seams should end at the same point at the top. Then neaten the raw edges and press the seam allowance down.
Iron a fixing tape onto each of the glued facings (there's a video for this) . Sew the facings together at the shoulder, right sides facing, and iron the seam allowances open. Neaten the outer edge of the facing.
Sew the shoulder seam on the front and back pieces right sides together. Press the seam allowance into the front piece.
Now place the facing right sides together on the neckline, pin it in place, and sew all the way around. Trim the seam allowance slightly. Lay the facing and bodice flat and stitch the seam allowance onto the facing from the right side, close to the edge. Then press the facing to the inside. Bar tack the facing to the inside seam allowance to prevent it from stretching out during wear.

Sew the upper front and back pieces to the lower pieces, right sides together. Neaten the raw edges and press them upwards. Neaten the hem and press it inward as indicated.
Sew the front and back pieces together, right sides together, along the side seams. Neaten the edge and press the seam allowance into the front piece.
Sew the sleeve seam right sides together, neaten it, and iron it into the front.
Fold the ties in half lengthwise, right sides together, and sew the two short seams and the long seam, leaving a hole in the middle of the long seam for turning. Turn the ties and iron the seam.
Place the cuffs right sides together along the fold line. Sew the side seams from the notch to the fold. Press the seam allowances open. Clip the seam allowance a little further at the notch.

Next, sew the short cuff seam (the top short piece) together, right sides together, to form a ring. Press the seam allowances open.
Fold the cuffs over the sleeves, right sides together. Match the notch on the cuff to the sleeve seam, and vice versa. Sew the seam and then neaten it. Press the seam allowance into the sleeves.Finally, attach the ties from the right side to the center of the cuffs, directly under the seam and along the sleeve seam.
Insert the sleeves into the armholes, right sides together, noting the notches. Sew the sleeves in and neaten the seam edges. Press the seam allowances into the sleeves.
Finally, iron the hem again and sew it in place.