Made by Rae: Emerald Dress & Top

A paper sewing pattern by Made by Rae.

Emerald is a simple shift dress or top designed to offer comfort in the summer heat. Wear with sandals and a hat on hot days, or layered under a warm sweater or cowl at cooler times. 

The garment is composed of four main panels and is finished with facings, which highlight the elegant V-shaped neckline and curved hem. The dress view includes pockets and an optional sash. 

For maximum comfort and wearability, choose lightweight fabrics with drape to allow the bias-cut design to conform to your body. The center seam allows for some fun pattern play if you use striped or patterned fabric, or becomes a beautiful design feature on a simple solid fabric. 

Recommended fabrics: Light- or mid-weight woven fabric with drape, such as loose-weave cotton or linen blends, rayon challis and other rayon/viscose blends, silk noil, tencel twill, and cotton double gauze. 

Level: Intermediate

The pattern envelope contains sizes xxs-xl and plus sizes 1-5 (up to a 59" bust)