{"product_id":"bow-dress-hack-pdf-immediate-download-for-zw-gathered-dress-birgitta-helmersson","title":"Bow Dress Hack PDF Immediate Download - for ZW Gathered Dress, Birgitta Helmersson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hack is based on the ZW GATHER DRESS pattern. The neck and centre front edges of the bodice are finished with a binding and close with thin ties. The skirt has side pockets and is gathered and attached to the waist seam. The sleeve features gathers at the hem with a split and thin ties to close. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Please note:\u003c\/strong\u003e you will need to purchase the ZW GATHER DRESS PDF pattern to complete this hack. The BOW DRESS HACK is a PDF download that includes all additional instructions to make this garment. There are no templates included in this pattern as you will be using the same templates included in the ZW GATHER DRESS pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing Level:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAdvanced Beginner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Fabric: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse a light weight cotton or linen in a width of between 110 - 150cm \/ 43 - 59”. The length\/usage required is based on the fabric width you are using, refer to the CUTTING PLAN A and B for more. You will also need quite a lot of bias binding strips cut for the binding and ties. If you want this to match allow for a little extra fabric on top of the main layout to cut your own binding from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a ONE SIZE garment, determined by the fabric width used. It comes with 2 different cutting plans allowing you to use both narrow and wide fabric widths. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChoose which plan to use based on the FABRIC WIDTH you are using.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCUTTING PLAN A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e is suitable for narrower widths, 110-115cm \/ 43-45”.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis layout is suitable for a bust circumference of up to 115cm \/ 45\u003c\/strong\u003e” (this includes a generous amount of ease).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you want to make this suitable for a larger bust you can add to the length of the cutting plan the amount extra that you need. The instruction booklet includes more details on how to do this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCUTTING PLAN B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suitable for wider widths, 120-150cm \/ 47-59”.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe size of this garment is determined by the fabric width.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSee below for the maximum recommended bust circumference by fabric width. This allows for a generous amount of ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended fabric widths:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e110cm - 115cm \/ 43\" - 45\" : 280cm \/ 110\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e120cm - 150cm \/ 47\" - 59\" : 230cm \/ 90.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will need:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis dress requires bias binding strips for the neck binding and ties. You can either buy this by the meter in a light weight contrast fabric OR if you want these to match the main fabric allow for an extra length of fabric and cut your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe total lengths of bias strips you will need are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eBINDING - 4cm x 250cm \/ 1.5” x 99”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTIES - 2.5cm x 265cm \/ 1” x 105”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSewing machine, iron, chalk or dissolvable pen, scissors, large right angle ruler and\/or long straight ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques used:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eGathers, binding, rouleau ties, in-seam pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF Pattern\/Instruction Booklet:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003encludes measurements in both metric (centimetres) and US imperial (inches). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooklet\/Templates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are printable on both A4 or US Letter Paper size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe love working with the Zero Waste method for 3 reasons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. More flexibility: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis method allows for easy changes such as using different fabric widths and making simple fit and design changes yourself. Using patterns that fit into a zero waste square or rectangular block is a very efficient way to work. It means that it is easier to patchwork together remnants or use left over fabrics you already have lying around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2. An easy way to learn to self draft your own patterns:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorking this way will help you to start building a toolbox of skills, and you will learn an alternative method of self drafting your own sewing patterns, which are super easy for beginners to understand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e3. Less fabric and paper waste: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWithout having to print full scale paper patterns for all pieces you save on a lot of paper, and you will have little to no fabric waste during the cutting and sewing process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Birgitta Helmersson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46408574468153,"sku":"kgy1788080478745","price":5.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/1052\/9849\/files\/bow-dress-hack-pdf-immediate-download---for-zw-gathered-dress-birgitta-helmersso_1.jpg?v=1788080483","url":"https:\/\/gavenza.shop\/products\/bow-dress-hack-pdf-immediate-download-for-zw-gathered-dress-birgitta-helmersson","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}