{"product_id":"friday-pattern-company-collins-dress-and-top","title":"Friday Pattern Company Collins Dress and Top","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy the Collins Dress and Top sewing pattern from Friday Pattern Company. Collins is a quick and satisfying sew with options galore! Sew it up as a top, short dress, or tea length dress. The pattern includes two cup size options (B\/C and C\/D), as well as low or high (bra friendly) back options. Collins is designed for knit fabrics and has an integrated shelf bra. It is form fitting without being too tight. The dress hemline features a slight A-line sweep. This is a pattern you’ll want to sew again and again! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing level:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfident beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e– PDF\u003c\/b\u003e (available to download immediately after purchase). \u003cb\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop\u003c\/b\u003e (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). \u003cb\u003eWhat is \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eCollins is designed for knit fabrics. You will need a fabric with at least 25% crosswise stretch. It looks great in jerseys, rib knits, ponte knits, scuba, and more! If you are sewing the dress version, a fabric with a bit of body will hold the shape of the hem nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou may need to purchase extra yardage if your fabric has a heavy nap, is directional, striped, or has an obvious repeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong dress: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45\" (114 cm) wide fabric: 3 - 4 yd (2.7 - 3.7 m) \/\/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54-60\" (137-153 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 3.6 yd (1.8 - 3.3 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort dress: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45\" (114 cm) wide fabric: 2.1 - 3.2 yd (1.9 - 2.9 m) \/\/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54-60\" (137-153 cm) wide fabric: 1.5 - 2.8 yd (1.3 - 2.5 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45\" (114 cm) wide fabric: 1.3 - 2.4 yd (1.1 - 2.1 m) \/\/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e54-60\" (137-153 cm) wide fabric: 1.3 - 2 yd (1.1 - 1.8 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eXS – 7X with B\/C and C\/D cups (approx. UK 6 – 34, based on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern was drafted using sample measurements for a height of 5'6\" (168 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stretch sewing machine needle; 2 yd (1.8 m) of 3\/4\"-1\" (1.9-2.6 cm) wide elastic or stretch lace for the shelf bra hem \/\/ Optional: 2 yd (1.8 m) of 3\/8\" (1 cm) wide clear elastic for stabilising shoulder\/neckline seams; walking foot (can make it easier to sew with slippery knits).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInstructions; US letter\/A4 print-at-home pattern (37 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets) \/\/ Layers: Yes \/\/ Projector file: Yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-pattern-reviews\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from the sewing community. 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