The CLARA dress - Maéli

Sewing pattern - The Clara dress - Maeli Paris

With its asymmetrical shoulder and elegant silhouette, Clara is a design with a strong style. Available as a dress, top, or long skirt, it offers numerous possibilities to create a feminine and timeless wardrobe.

An asymmetrical top that enhances the shoulder
A pretty bow to tie for a refined finish
A flowing dress composed of three panels for an elegant drape
Three versions to choose from: dress, top, or long skirt with belt

Compatible with flowing fabrics from 200 to 250 g/m² offering a beautiful drape, such as linen or cotton. An ideal model for upcycling curtains, old sheets, and large pieces of vintage fabric.

Sizes: 34 to 52
Difficulty: 3/5
Seam allowances: included

Supplies:

Dress version – Main fabric:
280 × 140 cm for sizes 34 to 38
290 × 140 cm for sizes 40 to 42
305 × 140 cm for sizes 44 to 46
325 × 140 cm for sizes 48 to 52

Dress version – Notions:
1 invisible zipper, 40 cm

Top version – Main fabric:
105 × 140 cm for sizes 34 to 38
110 × 140 cm for sizes 40 to 42
115 × 140 cm for sizes 44 to 46
125 × 140 cm for sizes 48 to 52

Top version – Flat elastic (0.8 cm wide):
Up to 86 cm depending on size

Skirt version – Main fabric:
175 × 140 cm for sizes 34 to 38
180 × 140 cm for sizes 40 to 42
190 × 140 cm for sizes 44 to 46
200 × 140 cm for sizes 48 to 52

Skirt version – Belt:
80 × 12 cm for sizes 34 to 38
85 × 12 cm for sizes 40 to 42
95 × 12 cm for sizes 44 to 46
110 × 12 cm for sizes 48 to 52

Skirt version – Notions:
1 invisible zipper, 20 cm

Medium fusible interfacing:
15 × 90 cm

Sewing techniques: making the asymmetrical shoulder, gathering, and installing an invisible zipper (dress and skirt versions).

Included:

• A full-size printed pattern sheet, no overlapping
• An illustrated, step-by-step instruction booklet
• An A5 storage pouch
• A video assembly tutorial accessible via the guide or on the Maeli Paris YouTube channel