Francesca dress PDF sewing pattern

The Francesca dress is the perfect blend of romantic elegance and everyday versatility. Its tiered maxi design flows beautifully, featuring delicate rouleau shoulder straps, hidden inseam pockets, and a charming bow-tie back. Whether you're crafting a stunning party piece in luxe fabrics or a chic daily staple (a great excuse to finally use those lightweight cotton block prints), the Francesca dress has you covered. With its oversized silhouette and no-zipper ease, you’ll enjoy both comfort and style. Ideal for adventurous beginners, this pattern offers a fun and rewarding sewing experience.

Size range: EU34-54/UK6-UK26/US2-US24.

Sewing difficulty: This pattern is beginner-friendly. You’ll need to gather large fabric pieces, sew bias binding for the neckline, and create rouleau shoulder straps. A few steps involve hand sewing, but are optional. Pockets and a bow tie are optional.

Fabric suggestions: Choose a lightweight woven cotton fabric. The sample shown was crafted from a lightweight block print. Consider light and airy fabrics such as Indian block prints, Japanese lightweight cottons, cotton voile or similar materials. If you prefer a heavier fabric, it's advisable to first create a toile using a fabric of comparable weight to ensure the final dress isn't too heavy to wear. Additionally, you can leave out the tiers to reduce both the weight and volume of the dress if you're using a thicker fabric.

Fabric usage: Dress 3.25 meter (EU34) to 3.45 meter (EU54).

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The digital sewing pattern comes as layered A4/US letter print-at-home file and layered A0-copy shop file with high quality sewing instructions in English. The instructions uses Metric measurements, also converted to Imperial measurements.

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Pattern tester feedback:
Aria: "This dress is truly the definition of simple elegance. With just one pattern the hacking opportunities are endless! Jessica's design and her instructions are incredibly well thought out and make for the perfect beginner friendly pattern."

Laural: "The Francesca dress is an absolutely stunning wardrobe staple, and I am convinced this pattern is in the top 5 patterns every woman should have in her arsenal. The customization possibilities are endless, and the silhouette is flexible for all stages of life. The pattern comes together quickly and, like all Silversaga patterns, results in a romantic final garment. The Francesca dress is stunning while remaining both comfortable and effortless!"

Pia: "Jessicas pattern are out of this world and are joy to sew. If I could only pick one dress to wear for the rest of my life, it would be a Silversaga dress for sure. The Francesca dress is the Perfect dress for a hot Summer day and such a joy to twirl in it."

Lexi: "I couldn’t love the Francesca more. The asymmetric bodice, paired with the gathered tiers. The skinny straps perfectly finished with the droopy bow tie. it’s all so perfect. The instructions and graphics are so well-done making the Francesca is a must-sew!"

Stephanie: "Once again, Jessica has created an ethereal and feminine dress pattern that I'm sure will become a staple for many closets. It's got a classic silhouette while feeling modern and updated. It's the perfect dress for those hot summer days - secret pajamas that look elevated and stylish? Yes please. The illustrations and instructions are wonderful, making this a great advanced beginner pattern for a newer seamstress or a pallet cleanser between projects for more advanced seamstresses."

Haley: "The Francesca dress pattern was incredibly well instructed and easy to follow along with. I love that there are multiple options for varying hack ideas so it is really several patterns in one! Jessica is so kind and her patterns are absolutely beautiful."

Bethany: "This is a magically voluminous dress that's perfect for warm days when you just want something breezy to wear. The instructions are thorough with clear illustrations and ideas for dress variations to really make this dress your own. Yet another beautiful Silversaga dress!"

Kirah: "The Francesca was such a beautiful pattern to sew up - quick and delightful to wear. I love the versatility of this pattern with its variety of hacks and the different styles you can get with just a different fabric style! I can't wait for some warmer weather to wear my dress out to the beach and then to dinner - this pattern really is that versatile! I love being able to make a garment that can be used for so many different scenarios, and is also really easy to make. Jess has designed a truly beautiful pattern for a beautiful garment - no one does beauty in simplicity like Jessica!"

Jessa: "What a dream the Francesca Dress is, the perfect summer dress. It somehow rides the line of sophisticated and casual, I feel so beautiful when wearing this dress. This was a really easy sew and came together quickly! I am already planning a patchwork version with fabric scraps."

Jocelyne: "This pattern is simple to make and results in such a an enjoyable garment to wear. The dress is easily thrown on, yet it's such a special piece. It's always nice to have so much fabric surrounding your body! The pattern is quite versatile in that it can yield many variations. It will be a staple in my wardrobe for a long, long time."

Beatrice: "I loved making this dress so much I made 4 in a week! It’s a quick make and the design is so elegant. This pattern is perfect to hack too, you can make so many different versions."

Caylee: "I have been looking for a pattern like this for ages. The volume is magnificent while fitting perfectly around the bust and the slight curve of the top tier in front is such an elegant touch. Well written and easy to follow instructions. A breeze to wear on its own or with jeans and a sweater. I am in love with my Francesca dress and already have two more planned."

Megan: "The finished garment was even more beautiful than I expected! The perfect, dreamy, flowy, summer time dress that’s light weight and layered in a way that is still flattering. The dress is great because I can also see myself layering it in the fall with sweaters or long sleeves underneath. As a 5’11” girl, I thought it would be way too short for me, but it ended up hitting exactly where I had hoped. I feel like this dress is a staple that everyone needs in their closet, and the pattern itself is so beginner friendly and easy to modify!"

May: "I really enjoyed sewing the Francesca Dress pattern. It looks simple, but I learned a couple of techniques via the instructions and made the garment looked polished. This pattern is also very customizable - I can see lots of ways to hack it in the future!"

Liv: "The Francesca dress pattern is straightforward, quite simple if you have a small amount of garment sewing experience, and can be done pretty quickly. I spent two days on the project and am very happy with the result - and I’m going to make a few more versions. There are also various modifications/hacks included which is really great - it’s definitely a great pattern to try different things/fabrics/ribbon placement/etc. The directions are extremely thorough and easy to comprehend as well. Makes for a lovely weekend project!"

Megan: "This is a super versatile pattern which could be adapted in multiple ways to suit your style. The fit of the bodice is very flattering and the multiple panels in the skirt mean you can get creative with mixing pattern directions etc."

Frances: "The Francesca Dress sewing pattern is a delightful choice for both novice and experienced sewists. The classic A-line silhouette and versatile design make it a wardrobe staple. The pattern is easily adaptable for various light weight fabrics and occasions. The pattern features clear, detailed instructions and easy to follow details. The fit is flattering, with options to customize length, allowing for personal touches. Overall, the Francesca Dress pattern is a timeless, elegant and versatile pattern."

Madalina: "The most elegant dress I‘ve ever made!"

Christine: "The Francesca Dress from Silversaga is a perfect sundress. The full and swingy gathered tiers fall from delicate straps and was a joy to sew. The dress has perfect proportions, pockets, and lovely details. I love how mine turned out and can't wait to make it again!"

Maija: "The Francesca Dress is super enjoyable to sew. The instructions are very detailed and provide many deliberate finishing touches. I also love how it looks, so voluminous and easy to layer for the autumn!"

Stephanie: "Another beautiful Silversaga release that I'm looking forward to wearing all summer! A quick, easy sew with stunning results, and a fantastic base pattern for all kinds of hacks and personalization. I am looking forward to making another!"

Theresa: "Silversaga Patterns are so thoughtfully designed and each handmade piece will surely be a beautiful, timeless addition to your wardrobe."

Jenny: "This was such a great pattern to make, especially if you have bulk of one fabric you love this is a perfect pattern for it. I’m looking forward to fall and throwing a sweatshirt over it. I work to my friends birthday dinner and got so many compliments."