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Children's Emily Dress
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Difficulty Level
Beginner
Equipment Needed
Description
This children’s pillowcase dress pattern is a quick and easy sew with ribbon ties on both shoulders.
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- +Preparation
- Measure, measure, measure – Please measure your model and check their measurements against BOTH the size chart and the finished garment measurements. Sizes vary country to country and the sizing may match what you’re expecting, or it may not. To ensure you get the best fit, please use the size you fall into on our size chart, rather than what size you’ve worn in ready to wear clothing.
- Muslin – To get a perfect fit, make a muslin (test garment) out of practice/old fabric to see if you want to make any fit adjustments.
- Picking your size – When picking your size, if you fall between sizes, go for the size with the correct chest measurement. That way the shoulders, arms and upper back are likely to fit well. Then grade out or into the correct waist size.
- Fit – This is a traditional pillowcase-style top.
-
- It’s very loose and floaty around the body.
- Please do adjust for the right length your model measures for.
- If you get stuck with fitting, see our favorite resources on our Pinterest Sewing Fitting Advice board.
- 1 inch wide bias binding – approximately 1 to 1 ½ yards will be sufficient for all sizes
- ½ inch wide Ribbon – approximately 1 ½ to 2 yards will be sufficient for all sizes
- Thread to match
- Front and Back – Fabric cut 2 on fold
- Ruffle – Fabric cut 2
Project OverviewThe Emily
Difficulty Level = Beginner
The Emily Dress is a great beginner pattern. Simple techniques, with clear instructions, it is a sew anyone can tackle. With the relaxed fit, it is easy to wear and a great gift. Comfortable, fun, and a great pallet for beautiful embellishments like ribbon, embroidery, and vinyl.
Our Facebook group is a great place to get help, share your tips and creations! We are a friendly bunch, and we love to help and see what you have made.
Please read the full instructions before getting started.
Wash, dry, and press your fabric before starting your project. A bit of prep now prevents shrinking and means your garment will stay the same size you made it.
Never leave a child or baby unattended or allow to sleep in a garment made from one of our patterns with ties, snaps, buttons, or anything they could remove, choke on, or get caught on. Always use caution if you are unsure. We love our patterns, but we love your bundles of joy more!
SizingSize Range
Newborn – 12yrs
Size Chart
This pattern is drafted to the sizes listed below. If you child is between sizes, choose the larger size and adjust the pattern to remove the extra width/height to achieve the intended fit.
Height
Chest
Waist
Hips
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
0 – 3 mos
22.0
56.0
16.5
42.0
16.0
40.5
16.5
42.0
3 – 6 mos
24.0
61.0
17.5
44.5
17.0
43.0
17.5
44.5
6 – 12 mos
27.5
70.0
18.5
47.0
17.5
44.5
18.5
47.0
12 – 18 mos
30.0
76.0
19.0
48.0
18.5
47.0
19.0
48.0
18 – 24 mos
32.0
81.0
20.0
51.0
19.5
49.5
20.0
51.0
2 – 3 yrs
36.0
91.0
22.0
56.0
21.0
53.0
22.0
56.0
3 – 4 yrs
41.5
105.0
23.0
58.0
22.0
56.0
24.0
61.0
5 – 6 yrs
47.0
119.0
25.0
63.5
23.0
58.0
26.0
66.0
7 – 8 yrs
51.0
129.5
27.0
69.0
24.0
61.0
28.0
71.0
9 – 10 yrs
54.0
137.0
28.0
71.0
25.0
63.5
31.0
79.0
11 – 12 yrs
57.0
144.5
30.0
76.0
26.0
66.0
33.0
84.0
Finished Measurements (Inches)
Chest
Length (shoulder to hem)
0 – 3 mos
16.0
21.0
3 – 6 mos
17.0
22.0
6 – 12 mos
19.0
23.0
12 – 18 mos
21.0
24.0
18 – 24 mos
23.0
25.0
2 – 3 yrs
19.0
25.0
3 – 4 yrs
22.0
26.0
5 – 6 yrs
25.0
28.0
7 – 8 yrs
27.0
30.0
9 – 10 yrs
29.0
32.0
11 – 12 yrs
30.0
33.0
Fitting NotesMaterials and ToolsSuitable fabrics are light to medium-weight woven fabrics (e.g. 100% cotton, cotton blend, linen, taffeta, chiffon, georgette, rayon).
Make sure when you are picking your fabric to consider the type of look you’d like and how much drape your fabric has. If the fabric is stiffer (e.g. cotton or linen), the finished look of the garment will be boxier, oversized, and more structured. A fabric that has drape will hang in folds and swing when you move, limiting the oversized appearance.
Fabric Requirements 45 inches/115 cm wide (in YARDS)
Dress
Ruffe
0 – 18 mos
0.50
0.25
18 – 24 mos
0.75
0.25
2 – 6 yrs
0.75
0.25
7 – 12 yrs
1.00
0.25
* If you are using a narrower fabric, a directional print, or a fabric with nap you may need more.
** Make sure to wash, dry, and press all fabrics before cutting out in case they shrink.You will also need:
Tools needed are, sewing machine, pins, scissors, tape measure or ruler. Serger/overlocker is optional but not required.
Printing Your PatternSettings
The pattern is a separate download. Choose either the US letter paper, A4 paper, or A0 paper size based on the printer you wish to use. If you are in the US or Canada then your printer will likely use US letter paper. Other regions normally use A4 paper. Some people prefer to print their patterns at a print shop: A0 is best in this case.
Print at 100%.
On the second page, you will find a 1-inch and a 3-inch square test box. Print this page first, on its own, and measure these squares.
Once you are happy that the test box is accurate, print the rest of the pattern pages.
Please follow this video for information and assistance on assembling this pattern.
Also, please note that some Rebecca Page patterns and projects also come with cut files and a printable design page which you can use to plan your project if you wish. These are provided in a separate section below to avoid any confusion!
+US Print Charts
Here are which pages to print for the US Files
Top 0 – 3 mos 2-6, 8 3 – 12 mos 2-6, 8-9 12 – 24 mos 2-9 2 – 3 yrs 9-11, 13-16 3 – 6yrs 9-11, 13-17 7 – 12yrs 9-18 +A4 Print Charts
Here are which pages to print for the A4 Files
Top 0 – 3 mos 2-6, 8 3 – 12 mos 2-6, 8-9 12 – 24 mos 2-9 2 – 3 yrs 9-11, 13-16 3 – 6yrs 9-11, 13-17 7 – 12yrs 9-18 Cutting InstructionsCut each of the pieces according to the directions on the pattern piece. Seam allowances are all included so just cut them as is.
Cutting Charts – All pattern pieces are included, however if you prefer to cut using a cutting chart, the dimensions for the rectangular pieces (in INCHES) are below:
Ruffle (Cut 2)
Necktie ribbon (Cut 1)
Width
Length
Length
0 – 3 mos
4.00
25.00
85.40
3 – 6 mos
4.50
27.00
86.20
6 – 12 mos
5.00
30.00
87.40
12 – 18 mos
6.00
32.00
88.20
18 – 24 mos
6.50
35.00
89.40
2 – 3 yrs
6.00
31.50
86.60
3 – 4 yrs
6.25
33.00
88.20
5 – 6 yrs
6.75
36.00
89.00
7 – 8 yrs
7.00
41.00
90.20
9 – 10 yrs
7.25
44.00
91.00
11 – 12 yrs
7.50
45.00
92.20
NOTE – For a single sided bow you will need to cut the ribbon to a shorter length. If you are doing a bow on each side, check the length for how you would like it. Shorten or cut longer if desired.Cutting Checklist:
NOTE – To cut fabric on the fold, fold your fabric over parallel to the selvage edges. Align the pattern piece so it is on the fold of the fabric. Cut around the edges, leaving the fold. If you have folded your fabric correctly the fold will be parallel to the two edges of the fabric that are finished. The raw edges (e.g. the ones you could pick at and threads would come off) will be at a right angle to your fold.
- + Instructions
- ARMSCYES – Turn the armholes under ¼ inch twice and topstitch. Repeat for both armholes on the front and back of the dress.
- NECKLINE – Turn the front and back necklines under ¼ inch, then again ½ inch. Top stitch close to the edge so you are leaving a casing across the top of the dress for the ribbon to go through later.
- SIDE SEAMS – Stitch the side seams using a French seam.
- PREPARE THE RUFFLE – Stitch the ruffle side seams using a French seam. Finish the hem on the ruffle either by turning under ¼ inch, then ¼ inch again. Or alternatively use a roll hem.
- ATTACHING THE RUFFLE – If you have a ruffler foot, attach the ruffle directly to the dress. If not, then stitch a double row of gathering stitches along the top of the ruffle. Then pin to the dress at the side seams, center front and center back. Then gather & stitch on, then remove your gathering stitches. Trim the raw edges.
- BINDING THE RUFFLE SEAM – Fold your bias tape/binding over the raw edges so it encases it. Stitch it on. The seam allowance will now be encased in the bias binding. Fold it upwards away from the ruffle, press and top stitch it to the dress.
- FINISHING – Thread your ribbon through the neckline casing. Finish the raw edges of the ribbon (using fray stop or by carefully singeing).
Quick Glance Cheat Sheet½ inch seam allowance included (¼ then ¼ for French seams) – Top stitching ⅛ inch
Sewing –
1 . ArmscyesSeam Allowance
½ inch seam allowance included (¼ then ¼ for French seams) - Top stitching ⅛ inch
1.1Lay the Front wrong sides facing up. Turn the raw edge of the fabric along the armscye to the wrong side approximately ¼ inch. Press.
1.2Turn the fabric over a second time another ¼ inch, press and pin.
Topstitch close to the edge.
Repeat steps 1.1 to 1.2 with the other armhole on the Front and both on the Back of the dress.
2 . Neckline2.1Lay the Front wrong sides facing up. Turn the neckline hem over ½ inch towards the wrong side of the fabric and press with your iron.
2.2Turn the neckline over again, this time 1 inch. Press, pin, and stitch close to the edge. This will leave a little tube running across the top of the dress. This is where you will later feed your ribbon through to gather the neckline.
Repeat steps 2.1 to 2.2 with the Back.
3 . Side Seams3.1Place the Front and Back of the dress wrong sides together (right sides facing out). Pin side seams together, and stitch ¼ inch from the edge.
TIP – When you pin the side seams, pin under the armhole first and work downward towards the hem. Depending on how accurately you’ve cut your fabric, you might find the hems don’t match up. Don’t worry, we can trim these and get them matching later on. At this point matching the armhole edge is more important.
3.3Turn the dress inside out and press side seams. Pin and stitch again approximately ¼ inch from the edge. This will encase the raw edges so you can’t see them (a French seam).
Repeat steps 3.1 to 3.3 on the other side seam.
Turn dress right sides out and press. If your hem is very uneven, carefully trim any wobbly bits along so it is even all the way around and the edges match.
4 . Prepare the Ruffle4.3Turn the Ruffle inside out and press the side seams.
Pin and stitch again approximately ¼ inch from the edge. This will encase the raw edges so you can’t see them (a French seam).
Press the seam to one side.
Repeat steps 4.1 to 4.3 t stitch the other sides together to form a circle.
4.4Turn the hem on the bottom of the Ruffle over to the wrong side approximately ¼ inch all the way around and press.
TIP – Make sure the side seam is facing you, so you know you are turning the hem towards the wrong side of the fabric.
ALTERNATIVE: ROLLED HEM OPTION – If you have a machine or serger that does a rolled hem, instead of doing a turned under seam here, you could do a rolled hem. Follow your manufacturer’s instructions for your machine to do this. Then skip to step 4.6.
4.5Fold hem over a second time approximately ¼ inch, press, pin, and stitch in place.
4.6Set your sewing machine to a gather stitch. This will be the longest stitch length possible with no locking stitch at the beginning or end. Stitch close to the edge (approximately ⅛ inch) all the way around your ruffle leaving long threads at either end for you to gather with later. Stitch again approximately ¾ inch from the edge.
TIP – Stitch in the same direction for both rows of stitches (e.g. clockwise or counterclockwise). It doesn’t matter which direction so long as both lines of stitches go the same way. It’ll make gathering a lot easier.
ALTERNATIVE: RUFFLER FOOT OPTION – If you have a ruffler foot, you can skip this step and sew the ruffle directly to the dress. It is a double-width ruffle so you will need a high-ruffling setting. Skip to step 5.5.
5 . Attaching the Ruffle5.1Fold the Ruffle in half lengthways to work out where halfway is and then in half again. Place a pin through the ruffle to mark the halfway and quarter points. You should now have your circular piece of Ruffle equally divided into 4 with pins.
Fold your dress hemline in half to find the center front and center back and mark with a pin.
With right sides to right side, place the Ruffle upside down over the hem of the dress. Pin the Ruffle to the dress at the side seams and the center front & center back using the pins you just put in.
5.2Find the top two threads going around the front of the top. Very gently pull on both equally to gather the ruffle.
5.3Continue to gather the ruffle across the front until it sits flat against the hem of the dress. You will need to gently ease the gathering across the front, so it is even. Repeat with the back and pin in place. The ruffle will be pointing up the dress, right side down. Stitch in between the two rows of gathering stitches.
5.4Remove the gathering stitches by gently pulling the ends of gathering thread so that they come all the way through the ruffle. Find the thread from the underside of the ruffle and pull this out too.
TIP – You may find the thread snaps if you pull it too hard or your fabric is quite thick. If this happens, just pull the other end and the rest of the thread should come out there.
5.5Carefully trim the raw edges so that there a no loose threads and it is all even and neat.
6 . Binding the Ruffle Seam6.1If you have single fold bias binding or tape, you will need to press it in half lengthways, so it looks like the right hand photo.
If you have double fold bias binding, it will already look like the right hand photo and you can skip this step.
6.2Pin your bias binding to the raw edges where the Ruffle meets the dress so that the fold of the bias binding encases the raw edge (e.g. so the bias binding wraps around both sides of the raw edge). You should no longer be able to see the raw edge once you have done this the whole way around the hem. Trim the bias binding to so it overlaps the beginning slightly and tuck the raw edge under.
6.3Stitch all the way around the bias binding, making sure you go through all layers (bias binding, raw edge of Ruffle, raw edge of dress, and the other side of the bias binding).
TIP – If you have a walking foot on your sewing machine, you will find it easier if you use this to do this step. It will stop the fabric sliding around and help keep it in place.
6.5Turn the dress the right way out. Pin the bias-binding-covered seam allowance to the dress from the right side of the fabric. Carefully stitch all the way around, making sure you catch the seam allowance so that the bias binding is now fixed to the back of the dress in place.
7 . Finishing7.1Fasten a safety pin on the end of a piece of ribbon. Thread it through one side of the neckline. Repeat with the other piece of ribbon through the other neckline.
TIP – If you have a wide ribbon like I did, you might need to fold the ribbon in half before you attach the safety pin.
7.2Tie the bows loosely to check you are happy with the length of the ribbon and bows. If need be, trim it shorter so it is to your liking.
Undo the bows and snip the ends of the ribbon on an angle so they are nice and neat.
TIP – To avoid your ribbon fraying, apply a fray-stop spray, or singe the ends (carefully!).
7.3Gather the dress across the neckline then tie the ends of the ribbon into bows.
- + Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Congratulations, your Emily Dress is done. Enjoy!
We would love to hear how you got on and see photos of your finished project!
Join us at our Facebook Group, tag us on Instagram, or use the hashtag #rpemilydress.
Thank you for using a Rebecca Page pattern.
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Sales + Licencing InformationProject OverviewThe Emily
Difficulty Level = Beginner
The Emily Dress is a great beginner pattern. Simple techniques, with clear instructions, it is a sew anyone can tackle. With the relaxed fit, it is easy to wear and a great gift. Comfortable, fun, and a great pallet for beautiful embellishments like ribbon, embroidery, and vinyl.
SizingSize Range
Newborn – 12yrs
Size Chart
This pattern is drafted to the sizes listed below. If you child is between sizes, choose the larger size and adjust the pattern to remove the extra width/height to achieve the intended fit.
Height
Chest
Waist
Hips
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
Inches
CM
0 – 3 mos
22.0
56.0
16.5
42.0
16.0
40.5
16.5
42.0
3 – 6 mos
24.0
61.0
17.5
44.5
17.0
43.0
17.5
44.5
6 – 12 mos
27.5
70.0
18.5
47.0
17.5
44.5
18.5
47.0
12 – 18 mos
30.0
76.0
19.0
48.0
18.5
47.0
19.0
48.0
18 – 24 mos
32.0
81.0
20.0
51.0
19.5
49.5
20.0
51.0
2 – 3 yrs
36.0
91.0
22.0
56.0
21.0
53.0
22.0
56.0
3 – 4 yrs
41.5
105.0
23.0
58.0
22.0
56.0
24.0
61.0
5 – 6 yrs
47.0
119.0
25.0
63.5
23.0
58.0
26.0
66.0
7 – 8 yrs
51.0
129.5
27.0
69.0
24.0
61.0
28.0
71.0
9 – 10 yrs
54.0
137.0
28.0
71.0
25.0
63.5
31.0
79.0
11 – 12 yrs
57.0
144.5
30.0
76.0
26.0
66.0
33.0
84.0
Finished Measurements (Inches)
Chest
Length (shoulder to hem)
0 – 3 mos
16.0
21.0
3 – 6 mos
17.0
22.0
6 – 12 mos
19.0
23.0
12 – 18 mos
21.0
24.0
18 – 24 mos
23.0
25.0
2 – 3 yrs
19.0
25.0
3 – 4 yrs
22.0
26.0
5 – 6 yrs
25.0
28.0
7 – 8 yrs
27.0
30.0
9 – 10 yrs
29.0
32.0
11 – 12 yrs
30.0
33.0
Materials and ToolsSuitable fabrics are light to medium-weight woven fabrics (e.g. 100% cotton, cotton blend, linen, taffeta, chiffon, georgette, rayon).
Make sure when you are picking your fabric to consider the type of look you’d like and how much drape your fabric has. If the fabric is stiffer (e.g. cotton or linen), the finished look of the garment will be boxier, oversized, and more structured. A fabric that has drape will hang in folds and swing when you move, limiting the oversized appearance.
Fabric Requirements 45 inches/115 cm wide (in YARDS)
Dress
Ruffe
0 – 18 mos
0.50
0.25
18 – 24 mos
0.75
0.25
2 – 6 yrs
0.75
0.25
7 – 12 yrs
1.00
0.25
* If you are using a narrower fabric, a directional print, or a fabric with nap you may need more.
** Make sure to wash, dry, and press all fabrics before cutting out in case they shrink.You will also need:
- 1 inch wide bias binding – approximately 1 to 1 ½ yards will be sufficient for all sizes
- ½ inch wide Ribbon – approximately 1 ½ to 2 yards will be sufficient for all sizes
- Thread to match
Tools needed are, sewing machine, pins, scissors, tape measure or ruler. Serger/overlocker is optional but not required.