Description
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The Nicole Knit Top & Dress is a sleek and sophisticated wardrobe workhorse with a nostalgic 90's twist. Nicole can be sewn into a top or dress, with the option to make it sleeveless or long-sleeved. It features a clean neckline finish and a built-in bra that offers light support.
The Nicole Top (views A & B) is fitted through the chest and waist, with two length options: the shorter hemline hits just below the natural waist and pairs well with mid-rise pants and skirts, while the longer length sits high on the hips for more coverage at the waist. The Nicole Dress (views C & D) is semi-fitted in the waist and hips and has two different hem lengths for ultimate customization. The longer dress has a back slit to allow for ample movement.
With so many possible combinations, Nicole will be your new wardrobe TNT!
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner
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RECOMMENDED FABRICS
The Nicole Knit Top & Dress works well in a variety of light to medium-weight knit fabrics.
Look for spandex blended knits wth ample 4-way stretch and good recovery for best results. Knits that have 50-70% crosswise stretch and 40-70% lengthwise stretch will work best for this pattern. Stretch percentage suggestion is a guideline for the best fit, but this pattern is forgiving so feel free to play around.
We love Nicole in cotton and cellulose blend jerseys for a sophisticated everyday look, or try a printed mesh or viscose knit for an edgier feel. Rib knits can also work beautifully for Nicole, but because they tend to have more significant crossgrain stretch and less recovery than most jersey knits, sizing down may be required. If your preferred fabric does not fall into the recommended stretch percentage range, size up or down as needed.
We always recommend that you pre-wash your fabric in the manner you intend to wash your finished garment; this way, your garment will not shrink.
NOTIONS LIST
3/4" (19mm) elastic (for built-in bra)
Thread
Ballpoint Needle
Twin Needle (optional)
FIT & DRAFTING NOTES
This pattern is drafted for a height of 5'6" (168cm). You can use the lengthen/shorten lines on the pattern to tailor the garment to your height.
The Nicole Knit Dress is fitted through the chest and semi-fitted through the waist and hips with a column skirt shape. View C is a maxi length that hits at the ankle, View D is a midi length that hits the mid-calf.
This pattern includes two size ranges that have been drafted separately to accommodate different body proportions.
Range 1 is drafted for a sewing B cup size, meaning there is a 2" (5cm) difference between the high chest and chest measurement, so Range 1 fits a smaller chest-to-waist ratio.
Range 2 is drafted for a sewing C cup size, meaning there is a 3" (7.6cm) difference between the high chest and chest measurement, so Range 2 fits a body with a larger chest-to-waist ratio.
As the finished garment measurements include negative ease, we recommend you use the size chart to determine your size.
| Size | High Chest | Chest | Waist | Hips |
| 0 | 76.2cm | 81.3cm | 63.5cm | 88.9cm |
| 2 | 78.7cm | 83.8cm | 66cm | 91.4cm |
| 4 | 81.3cm | 86.4cm | 68.6cm | 94cm |
| 6 | 83.8cm | 88.9cm | 71.1cm | 96.5cm |
| 8 | 86.4cm | 91.4cm | 73.7cm | 99.1cm |
| 10 | 90.2cm | 95.3cm | 77.5cm | 103cm |
| 12 | 94cm | 99.1cm | 81.3cm | 107cm |
| 14 | 99.1cm | 104cm | 86.4cm | 112cm |
| 16 | 104cm | 109cm | 91.4cm | 117cm |
| 18 | 109cm | 114cm | 96.5cm | 122cm |
| 20 | 114cm | 119cm | 102cm | 127cm |
| Size | High Chest | Chest | Waist | Hips |
| 14 | 99.1cm | 107cm | 91.4cm | 119cm |
| 16 | 104cm | 112cm | 96.5cm | 124cm |
| 18 | 109cm | 114cm | 102cm | 130cm |
| 20 | 114cm | 122cm | 107cm | 135cm |
| 22 | 119cm | 127cm | 112cm | 140cm |
| 24 | 124cm | 132cm | 117cm | 145cm |
| 26 | 130cm | 137cm | 122cm | 150cm |
| 28 | 135cm | 142cm | 127cm | 155cm |
| 30 | 140cm | 147cm | 132cm | 160cm |
| 32 | 145cm | 152cm | 137cm | 165cm |
| 34 | 150cm | 157cm | 142cm | 170cm |
| Size | High Chest | Chest | Waist | Hips |
| 0 | 30" | 32" | 25" | 35" |
| 2 | 31" | 33" | 26" | 36" |
| 4 | 32" | 34" | 27" | 37" |
| 6 | 33" | 35" | 28" | 38" |
| 8 | 34" | 36" | 29" | 39" |
| 10 | 35.5" | 37.5" | 30.5" | 40.5" |
| 12 | 37" | 39" | 32" | 42" |
| 14 | 39" | 41" | 34" | 44" |
| 16 | 41" | 43" | 36" | 46" |
| 18 | 43" | 45" | 38" | 48" |
| 20 | 45" | 47" | 40" | 50" |
| Size | High Chest | Chest | Waist | Hips |
| 14 | 39" | 42" | 36" | 47" |
| 16 | 41" | 44" | 38" | 49" |
| 18 | 43" | 45" | 40" | 51" |
| 20 | 45" | 48" | 42" | 53" |
| 22 | 47" | 50" | 44" | 55" |
| 24 | 49" | 52" | 46" | 57" |
| 26 | 51" | 54" | 48" | 59" |
| 28 | 53" | 56" | 50" | 61" |
| 30 | 55" | 58" | 52" | 63" |
| 32 | 57" | 60" | 54" | 65" |
| 34 | 59" | 62" | 56" | 67" |
