Celeste Dress & Top PDF sewing pattern

The Celeste pattern is a romantic and sculpted design with thoughtful details and an adjustable fit. It includes both a dress and a top version, both built on a fitted yoke with soft gathers that add volume through the bust. Adjustable waist rows allow you to shape the silhouette to suit your body and mood - wear it loose and relaxed, or cinch it in for a more defined silhouette. Celeste features an A-line skirt or a gently flared peplum hem, optional hidden inseam pockets, and two sleeve views: a short puff sleeve or a long sleeve. 

Pattern difficulty
The pattern is suitable for experienced beginners ready to explore a few new techniques. You’ll sew gathers, construct adjustable waist channels or bindings with fabric ties, and finish the neckline with hidden bias binding and a small button closure at the back. The design is adjustable by nature, making it easier to fit as you sew - no zippers required. Optional inseam pockets are included.

Fabric recommendations
Celeste works best in lightweight woven fabrics with gentle drape. Soft cottons, cotton lawn or voile, cotton poplin, and other stable cotton wovens are all suitable. Crisper fabrics will bring out the structure of the bodice and sleeves, while more fluid fabrics will create a softer, flowing look. The samples are made from a floral cotton block print (75 gsm), black cotton poplin (120 gsm), and a lightweight embroidered cotton. Avoid loosely woven fabrics that tend to relax or “grow” in wear, such as linen and cotton gauze, as they can affect the fit and the balance of the shaping rows.

Fabric usage
The cutting layout and fabric requirements are based on View A (short sleeve). The layout is designed for fabric 140 cm (55”) wide. The pieces are arranged efficiently to minimize waste, but we recommend buying a little extra fabric to account for shrinkage, print alignment, or cutting adjustments.

Metric EU34 - EU54:
Top with short sleeves: 1.3 m - 2.3 m
Dress with short sleeves: 2.7 m - 3.7 m

Imperial US2/4 - US24:
Top with short sleeves: 1.4 yd - 2.6 yd
Dress with short sleeves: 3 yd - 4 yd

Notions and tools
•  Elastic, 6 mm wide (1/4”) for the sleeves.
•  One 12 mm button for the neckline opening.
•  Sewing thread.
•  Sharp fabric scissors or rotary cutter, pins, and a seam ripper.
•  A safety pin for threading the fabric tie and elastic.
•  Fabric marking pen or tailor’s chalk.

Good-to-have tools (optional)
•  A clear plastic ruler, a French curve and tracing paper (for any pattern alterations).
•  Interfacing for the pocket openings.

What's included
•  48 page detailed and easy to follow instructions booklet in English
•  Separate layered files for View A and View B: A4/US Letter print-at-home PDF
•  Separate layered files for View A and View B: A0 copy-shop PDF
•  Separate layered files for View A and View B: Projector files
•  Layered PDF print-at-home guides to help you only print the pages you need
•  Getting started guide

By purchasing this pattern you agree to the terms and conditions. This pattern is available for personal use only. You may not copy, sell, or distribute the pattern or any of the pieces, or sell the finished garment. You may also not use any of the pattern pieces as base for drafting your own pattern, unless it's strictly personal.

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