Inspired by working women, with a dash of the Twenties. The Factory Dress slips over the head, features pockets and ready-rolled up sleeves. The Factory dress is ‘easy fit’ so use the bust measurement only for sizing.

UK 8 - 18 (US 6 - 16)

Recommended fabric

Lighter weight woven fabrics, linen and linen blends, poplin, hemp and hemp blends, cotton chambray, handweaves and block prints, tencel and tencel blends. 

Yardage requirements:

Using 47 inch width fabric (120 cm)

• 8 - 10: 2 1/2 yards (2.3 m)
• 12: 2 5/8 yards (2.4 m)
• 14 - 18: 2 3/4 yards (2.5 m)

Using 55 / 60 inch width fabric (140 / 150 cm)

• 8 - 10: 2 1/2 yards (2.25 m)
• 12 - 18: 2 5/8 yards (2.35 m)

Interfacing - all sizes

• You will need 1/2 yard (0.35 m) of lightweight interfacing for the collar and facing. Inner pockets can be made in self or lining.

Skill level: Advanced Beginner