Adeline Ruched Front Woven Top & Sundress
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Meet the Adeline Ruched Front Woven Top & Sundress Sewing Pattern: A Modern Summer Wardrobe Staple
Easy to wear and wonderfully versatile, the Adeline Ruched Front Woven Top & Sundress is designed for sewists who love relaxed pieces with eye-catching details. Featuring a flattering ruched centre front, an adjustable drawstring, and a subtle waist cutout, Adeline creates a stylish silhouette that's perfect for warm-weather wardrobes.
With multiple garment options, you can sew a chic top, a classic knee-length dress, or a flowing maxi dress. The optional side slit adds extra movement and a modern finish to the maxi version, making it just as suitable for holidays and special occasions as it is for everyday wear.
Whether sewn in soft rayon, breezy linen blends, cotton lawn, or lightweight viscose, Adeline is designed to showcase the beautiful drape of lightweight woven fabrics.
Style the top with your favourite jeans or shorts, wear the mini dress with sandals for sunny days, choose the knee-length version for effortless everyday style, or create a dramatic maxi dress you'll love wearing all summer long.
✔ Instant Digital Download
✔ Beginner Friendly with Full Photo Instructions
✔ Top, Mini, Knee-Length & Maxi Dress Options
✔ Letter, A4, A0 & Projector Files Included
✔ Step-by-Step Video Sew-Along Tutorial
✔ Trusted Indie Pattern Designer Since 2012
How to Use This Pattern
- Download instantly after purchase
- Print at home, copy shop, or use your projector
- Follow the detailed photo instructions and video tutorial
- Sew your new favourite Adeline Top or Dress!
What Makes the Adeline Ruched Front Woven Top & Sundress a Must-Sew?
Four Versatile Views
Create a stylish cropped top, an easy-to-wear mini dress, a flattering knee-length dress, or an elegant maxi dress. With multiple lengths included, Adeline is a pattern you'll reach for again and again.
Signature Ruched Centre Front
The softly gathered centre front features an adjustable drawstring, allowing you to customise the ruching while creating a flattering shape that's both comfortable and stylish.
Comfortable Shirred Back
The back bodice features a shirred back that creates a beautifully fitted silhouette that's comfortable to wear and easy to customise.
Subtle Waist Cutout
The understated waist cutout adds a contemporary touch while creating a flattering silhouette that's easy to wear.
Optional Side Slit and Pockets
Add the optional side slit to the maxi dress for graceful movement and a sophisticated finish, or leave it off for a more classic look. Optional inseam pockets add everyday practicality while maintaining a sleek silhouette.
Designed for Lightweight Woven Fabrics
Adeline is designed for lightweight woven fabrics with a soft drape, including rayon, viscose, linen blends, cotton lawn, cotton voile, Tencel, and lightweight chambray. These fabrics create beautiful movement while keeping the garment cool and comfortable to wear.
Flexible Files for Every Sewing Setup
Your pattern includes layered PDF files in Letter, A4, A0, and projector formats, making printing and cutting simple no matter how you prefer to sew.
Sew with Confidence
Detailed photo instructions and a comprehensive step-by-step video sew-along guide you through every stage of construction, making Adeline enjoyable for adventurous beginners and experienced sewists alike.
Stylish, comfortable, and packed with versatile options, the Adeline Ruched Front Woven Top & Sundress is a pattern you'll enjoy sewing and wearing throughout the warmer months.
Ready to sew your new favourite top and sundress?
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Confident beginner and up – This pattern is ideal for sewists who are comfortable with basic garment construction and ready to build their skills with woven fabrics. With detailed photo instructions and a step-by-step video sew-along, you'll have plenty of guidance from start to finish.
Skills You'll Learn or Strengthen
- Sewing with lightweight woven fabrics to create garments with beautiful drape
- Creating a flattering ruched centre front with an adjustable drawstring
- Sewing a shirred back using either elastic thread or elastic casings
- Constructing a clean, neatly finished waist cutout
- Adding an optional side slit for a polished, professional finish
- Finishing facings and curved hems for a beautifully constructed garment
Whether you're sewing your first woven top or dress or expanding your handmade summer wardrobe, Adeline is designed to build your confidence while teaching techniques you'll use again and again. The result is a versatile garment you'll be proud to wear season after season.
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Sizes:
This pattern is designed for our Curvy Fit Size Chart, drafted for a height of 5'5"/165.10 cm. We've also included simple instructions to help you adjust the pattern for different heights, ensuring a perfect fit.
ATTENTION: THIS SIZE CHART IS DIFFERENT THAN OUR OTHER SIZE CHARTS. SOME SIZES ARE SPLIT UP IN ORDER TO GET A MORE TRUE TO SIZE FIT FOR EACH SIZE.
For Example: the previous size XXS is divided in a separate size XXS-A and size XXS-B. You look at your measurements and compare them to the chart to see which size to sew for above bust, bust, waist and hip. You can grade between all sizes. 

Fabric Choice is Key:
Adeline is designed specifically for lightweight woven fabrics with a soft drape. Options include Cotton Lawn, Rayon Challis, Cotton Poplin, Georgette, Crepe de Chine, and more.


Everything You Need to Sew with Confidence
This pattern includes:
- Print-at-home files: Letter and A4 size pattern pieces, with a layered printing option for easy tracing.
- Projector file: A convenient projector file with layers for those who prefer a projector-based cutting method.
- Copy shop file: An A0 size file with layers for professional printing.
- Comprehensive instructions: Detailed, step-by-step instructions with color photos to guide you through every stage of the process.
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Helpful resources:
- Fabric requirements chart
- Size chart
- Tips and notes
- Glossary
- Table of contents
- Pattern piece diagram
- Printing instructions
- Supply list
We've included everything you need for a successful and enjoyable sewing experience!
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- You may not mass produce this pattern or clothing made using it.
