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Vivian Shao Chen Orchards Dress - Sleeve/Top Expansion Sewing Pattern PDF

This Expansion is an add-on to the Orchards Dress sewing pattern. You must have the original dress pattern to be able to sew the complete dress with sleeves.

There are 3 sleeve options included:

  • Sleeve A is a set-in short or elbow-length sleeve with two different hem options. The elbow-length sleeve features a contrast trim cuff with the option of a matching contrast trim hem at the bodice.
  • Sleeve B is a mid-forearm length sleeve with a very slight shoulder puff. The cuff is finished with bias binding.
  • Sleeve C is a puff sleeve with decorative pin tucks that add dramatic texture and shaping.

There are additional options included in this expansion that are completely optional:

  • Back Tie and Loops
  • Contrast Trims at Sleeve A and/or at Skirt of any view
  • Orchards Top

A physical print out of the instruction booklet will NOT be included. You can view the instruction booklet on your device at home, print it out at home, or add the 'printed pattern instructions' product (see link below) to your order and we will print it for you.

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Woman wearing a checkered dress standing next to a window in a room with another dress on a rack.
Woman wearing a white checkered dress with puffed sleeves against a neutral background
Person wearing a brown top and pants with a plaid curtain in the background
Woman in a brown dress standing next to a rack with a plaid dress in a room with a window.
Woman in a plaid dress standing by a window in a room with a wooden rack and framed picture.
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Sewing pattern diagram for 'Orchards Dress' with sleeve and top expansion by Vivian Shao Chen.
Fabric requirements chart for sleeve and top expansion of an orchards dress.
Orchards Dress sleeve and top expansion measurement chart on a white background

Size Range

Bust 31"-47.5", waist 24"-40.5" and hips 34"-50.5"

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Sewing Level

Advanced beginner. Techniques include inserting a collar, gathering, buttonholes and in-seam pockets.

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Fabric

This pattern is designed for woven lightweight fabrics.

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Sizing

Sizes 00-22