Digital Pattern + Video Class Fable Dress Sewing Pattern - Child
Barefoot at the beach, or ready for a party, this sweet, timeless style will be your go-to dress for all occasions. The comfortable, easy fit is perfect for every-day play, but can easily be dressed up for special occasions with beautiful fabric, piping, or ruffles.
This no-fuss fit features a functional button front for easy on-off, a gently-gathered skirt, and lovely, deep pockets. With three sleeve lengths and options for a faced or fully-lined bodice, the Fable adapts with the seasons for year-round wear.
Skill level: Adventurous beginner
Skills you will learn: Gathering, in-seam pockets, adding a facing, (optional) bias binding. Fitting adjustment resources included.
Video Support: A full course of clear, concise videos accompany this pattern, alongside a comprehensive written and photographed instruction booklet.
Size Chart + Fabric Requirements
Size 12 months to 10 years
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Looking for larger sizes? Sizes 12 and 14 years are included in the Adult Fable dress pattern 0-22 Size Range. There is also an Adult 14-38 Size Range available.
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- Button-front bodice for easy dressing
- Gently gathered, knee-length skirt
- Three sleeve lengths: short, 3/4, and long
- Deep inseam pockets
- Faced or fully-lined bodice
- Bound facings for a beautiful finish
- Optional panelled front bodice for adding piping or ruffles
- Optional back bodice elastic for shaping (lined version)
- Bonus patch pockets
- Please note: Ruffle Trim version is a modification and can be found here
Helpful Resources
- Introducing the Fable Dress
- How to Make a Maxi Length Fable Dress
- How to Add Ruffles to the Fable Dress
- How to Sew a Patch Pocket
- How to Add Piping to a Princess Seam
Printing + FAQ
This is a print-at-home PDF pattern and includes three printing options:
- US Letter/A4 - tiled and designed to print on your home printer
- Copyshop - A0 wide-format file (33.1″ x 46.8″)
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Projector - specially-formatted and optimized for home projector use.
Read more about using our projector files here
All pattern printing formats include “layers”, allowing you to print only the size(s) you need, or all of the sizes. A comprehensive sewing instructions tutorial is supplied.
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Customer Reviews
I really love this dress. I did a lined version, and the construction comes together beautifully. I added patch pockets and it turned out so cute. I definitely plan to make more, and might even hack it into a top! This is a versatile and timeless pattern, I highly recommend it.
Great pattern with lots of really good hints and tips I’ve made a tuile to check size and it’s perfect.already bought 2 lots of fabric to make up and I’m sure there will be more as I can see lots of ways to personalise it.
Once an again a lovely pattern. Simple and clear instructions with wonderful extended video instructions.
I love this pattern, it is fun and easy to make. The instructions are clear and easy to follow.
Thank you
I love this pattern, I have made several for my daughter. I love that depending on the fabric you choose it’s perfect all year round.
I’m so pleased with how the dress turned out and plan to make many more! It took a long time because I haven’t sewn a woven dress for ages, but I know the next one will go faster now that I’m familiar with the process.
I haven't touched a sewing machine for more than 30 years. The new one was my birthday present and this garment was my first project. The world has changed. You should have seen me figuring out how to print and tape. But, the instructions, the tips and general guidance made this undertaking a real pleasure. I made a plaid(!) Christmas dress for my 18 month old granddaughter. And it was a success!
I was pushing sewing this dress away now for months, but my little girl wished for a Christmas dress. I created a half circle skirt to make sure it would really swirl and we are absolutely thrilled with the result! The instructions were super easy to understand and the fit is just great!
I made this dress the other week, and it's such a great make. The instructions were clear and easy to follow and the pattern came together really easily..I ended up sizing done one size from the one which matches my measurements as I prefer a slightly less oversized bodice (though it's still loose fitting as it's designed to be). I'll definitely be making more of these.
I’m a confident beginner/intermediate sewist and I found this pattern very easy to follow. I added a ruffle to the bodice using the hack from the twig and tale blog. My daughter is very happy with her dress and I plan on making myself one this winter with the adult pattern.
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