Plus Size Summer Dress Patterns

If you are a talented seamstress who makes your own clothing as a means of ensuring a perfect fit, you may be looking for plus size summer dress patterns to prepare for warmer weather.

You may be surprised to discover some of the retailers that sell patterns for the woman of size,including dress patterns for the curvy seamstress:

• North Breeze
• Denver Fabrics
• McCall’s
• Sewing Patterns
• Vogue Patterns

There’s no shortage of plus size patterns. Some are easier to make than others, but all of these are made for feminine fun in the sun.

• This pattern includes tops and dresses. You can craft a simple sheath or go for a playful look with the ruffled skirt bottom.
• For an easy pattern that would suit a beginning tailor, try this sheath dress. Dresses like this are easy to accessorize. You can wear it as is or throw on a jacket or casual linen shirt for different looks.
• A pretty sundress can be fashioned long or short.
• A V-neck dress that flows from an empire waist will drape beautifully over your curves. You have the option of adding a little flounce at the skirt hem.
• This DKNY design is easy to fashion and can be dressed up or down, depending on your shoes and choice of accessories. As featured, you could make this your little black dress for a summer night out.
• A halter dress will bare your back to keep you cool and sultry. This pattern goes up to size 18.
• For a little flair, a scoop neck dress that features a swirling skirt that can be made long or short will be great for summer.
• Feel sexy in a single strap dress that can be accessorized with a sash. If you choose to decorate the dress as shown, you could also add a dainty bow to the shoulder.
• A wrap dress with several options will offer you a lot of room to be creative. You can either go sleeveless or add cap sleeves as well as deciding how many ruffled tiers you’d prefer in the skirt. If you don’t want to tie the dress in front, fashion your tie on the side. This versatile pattern comes in a range of sizes up to 22.
• The gathered midriff on this V-neck dress will accentuate an hourglass shape beautifully.
• You have quite a few options with this breezy dress. Your neckline can be bare or decorated with delicate ruffles and you can either make this pattern with sexy spaghetti straps or more modest coverage. This pattern comes in sizes up to 22.

The beauty of crafting your own clothing is that you can choose your own colors and prints. There are quite a few places to find fabrics, including:

• Fabric Depot
• Joann
• Fabric.com
• Walmart
• Hancock Fabrics
• Trim Fabric

The prints you see on summer clothes tend to be brighter and more colorful than clothing in cooler seasons. Some of the patterns that lend themselves well to summer dresses are:

• Floral
• Plaid
• Polka dots
• Gingham

What fabrics fare best in the summer heat? You want to look lovely and stylish while keeping your cool. Summer dress patterns are best done in light, breathable materials or soft, floaty fabrics. Good choices in materials include:

• Cotton
• Cotton chintz
• Linen
• Faille
• Chiffon
• Crepe
• Crepe de chine

Begin planning your summer wardrobe before the temperature begins to climb. Flip through your favorite magazines and check out the upcoming trends. When you shop for your fabric, select materials and colors that are going to be hot for summer. Start gathering plus size summer dress patterns in the spring and by the time summer barbecues and pool parties get into full swing, you’ll have a fashionable wardrobe perfect for the season all ready.

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