Buy the Nicole Knit Top and Dress sewing pattern from BF Patterns. A sleek and sophisticated wardrobe workhorse, Nicole can be sewn as a top or dress, with the option to make it sleeveless or long-sleeved. It features a clean neckline finish and a built-in bra for light support.

The top (Views A and B) is fitted through the chest and waist, with two length options: the shorter hemline hits just below the natural waist and pairs well with mid-rise pants and skirts, while the longer length sits high on the hips for more coverage at the waist. The dress (Views C and D) is semi-fitted in the waist and hips and also has two different hem lengths. The longer dress has a back slit to allow for ample movement.

With so many possible combinations, Nicole will be your new go-to top and dress pattern!

Sewing level: Confident beginner

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (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). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight knit fabrics. Look for spandex blend knits with ample 4-way stretch and good recovery. Knits that have 50-70% crosswise stretch and 40-70% lengthwise stretch will work best for this pattern.

Fabric requirements:

Range 1 (0 - 20)

View A: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 1.2 - 1.3 yd (1.1 - 1.3 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.1 - 1.2 yd (1 - 1.1 m).

View B: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 1.8 - 2.1 yd (1.7 - 2 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.8 - 1.9 yd (1.7 - 1.8 m).

View C: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 2.9 - 3.3 yd (2.7 - 3.1 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 2.9 yd (1.9 - 2.7 m).

View D: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 2.5 - 3.7 yd (2.3 - 3.4 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 2.5 - 3.3 yd (2.3 - 3.1 m).

Range 2 (14 - 34)

View A: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 1.2 - 2.3 yd (1.1 - 2 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 1.2 - 1.6 yd (1.1 - 1.5 m).

View B: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 3 yd (1.8 - 2.8 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 2.4 yd (1.8 - 2.2 m).

View C: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 3.1 - 4.1 yd (2.9 - 3.8 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 2.6 - 3.8 yd (2.5 - 3.6 m).

View D: 45" (114 cm) wide fabric: 3.7 - 4.7 yd (3.4 - 4.3 m) // 54" (137 cm) wide fabric: 3 - 4.2 yd (2.8 - 3.9 m).

Sizing: US 0 – 20 and US 14 – 34 (approx. UK 8 – 22 and UK 18/20 – 38, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

This pattern includes two size ranges that have been drafted separately to accommodate different body proportions. Range 1 (sizes 0-20) is drafted for a sewing B cup size (a 2" difference between the high chest and chest measurements) and fits a body with a smaller chest-to-waist ratio. Range 2 (sizes 14-34) is drafted for a sewing C cup size (a 3" difference between the high chest and chest measurements) and fits a body with a larger chest-to-waist ratio.

This pattern is drafted for a height of 5'6" (168 cm). You can use the lengthen/shorten lines on the pattern to tailor the garment to your height.

Notions: 3/4" (19 mm) elastic (for built-in bra); ballpoint needle // Optional: twin needle.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (68 pages for sizes 0-20, 90 pages for sizes 14-34); A0 copy shop pattern (4 sheets for sizes 0-20, 6 sheets for sizes 14-34) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No.

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