Dress No. 1 is a sleeveless dress that is extremely wearable with a flattering A-line silhouette. The neck and armholes are finished with bias tape facing and top-stitched patch pockets add both flair and utility.

Bust measurement (your body size):

XS: 32 inches
S: 35 inches
M: 38 inches
L: 41 inches
XL: 44 inches
2XL: 47 inches
3XL: 50 inches
4XL: 53 inches

The pattern calls for 2 - 2.5 yards (2 - 2.3 meters) cotton, linen, wool or natural fiber blend woven fabric (no jersey or knits).

An instruction booklet walks you through the steps, from tracing and cutting the pattern pieces, to making and sewing bias tape. The pattern is printed on bond paper, with eight nested sizes.