Loren — Linen Pullover Dresses Sewing Pattern (Premium Paper)
Description:
Loren is a linen pattern collection of loose, pullover dresses featuring decorative statement buttons, side slits and a self-belt to cinch the waist. Two sleeve lengths and inseam pockets make it practical. A great little dress that works morning, noon and night. Mix and match buttons for a more unexpected piece.
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Fabric Specifications:
| Type: | PDF Pattern |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Design Variations: | 4 |
| Sizes: | 2 to 8, 10 to 16, 18 to 24 |
| Illustrations: | Yes |
| Instructions: | Yes |
Customer Questions and Answers
I can't tell from the pictures—does this dress have pleats in the back waist as well as the front?
F|S Team
Hello, there are no pleats in the back
Can the slit on the side seams be minimized?
F|S Team
Yes you can minimise your slit to your preferred length :)
One query, I'm confused, does this dress actually have a fully opened front,closed with buttons? TIA. Sheila
F|S Team
Yes, this pattern has an open front which is secured with buttons.
Loren is versatile!
I've made 2 sleeveless versions to date & planning a 3rd, maybe with sleeves. I'm
Harder for petites
At 5'2" I am used to altering patterns but forgot to adjust the bodice. The v-neck is already pretty plunge-y, and on my short self it is more revealing than I can pull off. The directions are clear and I learned a couple of interesting techniques -- but hemming before you have the shoulder seams done doesn't allow for adjusting the hem to accommodate body differences.
This pattern is very flattering except the pleats are a little high so I lowered them and lowered the pockets one inch. If I made it according to the pattern the belt would be much lower than the pleats unless it was worn empire style under the bust. Next time I think I will just lengthen the pleats. One can always baste them in place and decide after the garment is finished. I made a mock up in Swedish tracing paper and discovered I was two sizes smaller than my bust measurement. Go by your high bust measurement if you are a d cup. It went together very well but in future I will serge all the pattern pieces before sewing To save time. I want to make this again in black. Great way to use vintage buttons.
This dress is a perfect winter piece
What I did to prepare my project was a few things. I made two adjustments to the pattern. I added 5' to the dress front and back hem length. I wanted it to be maxi. I added 4' to the sleeve length so it could be a long sleeve. The pattern was smooth assembly and sewing. I actually had fun putting it together, I couldn't believe how smooth the process was.
The construction was pretty straight forward but with a few clever twists. One of them was the combination of front facing and back bias binding, and I can't say I hate it! The dress has a very convenient one piece pattern piece for the bodice and skirt. I would suggest to measure a similar dress that you have already own to determine the length of the front and back pieces and adjust the pattern pieces accordingly before you cut, since losing the slit length is not ideal. I altered mine to be 5" shorter, and I also added a wider hem that took an additional 1.5" out of the length. I added a covered circular belt as a personal touch and I love how it added a more vintage look to the dress. I also opted for 6 vintage tortoise buttons instead of the suggested 5.
I went for a short sleeveless dress in size 6. A dress that could take me from morning to night, from chilling in my garden to an outdoor party or a glass of wine in a local bistrot. The pattern was so easy to work with. The instructions are clear and well-illustrated and the construction is pretty clever. The only modification that I did is to shorten the bodice by ¾" so that it suits my petite stature. I also decided not to make the belt as I knew that I would never wear it. The waist is actually already fitted with two pleats on each side of the center front creating a flattering silhouette. But what I love most about Lauren is the perfect illusion of a full button-up front. I'm sure I'll be wearing my Loren a lot this summer!
Stitched this dress from "IL019 MOSAIC Softened - 100% Linen - Middle" fabric. Really like the color and texture of the fabric.
Size 12 in mid weight linen. I wish I had somewhere to wear it but I think it will be nice to wear in the autumn.
I made this dress using Fabrics Store's medium weight black linen. It's worn over a tank top and half slip made of black handkerchief linen. I made a couple minor changes such as lengthening the sleeves. I'm very happy with the way it turned out. I'm considering making a button front blouse using this pattern.
I'm a beginner in sewing so this took me a long time but I love the way it turned out and will definitely make this pattern again. I used the Crimson linen in the heavy weight and now that I understand a little more about draping, I see that I could have used the medium but as it is, it does have a certain dramatic effect. Changes I made: I liked Warlene's interpretation of the pattern so much that I also made mine a maxi. I added some tucks to the back as the thicker fabric was a little bulky around my waist and I wanted it to be sleeker. Also I don't have a serger so I clean-finished the seam allowances instead. Can't wait to swish around in this once lockdown ends!
I am crazy for a good dress. Especially one with buttons going down along the front. The Loren pattern is going to be a fave in my closet. When I received it the first thing I did was pull out all my vintage buttons to put against the beautiful Firecracker Red linen I got.
Ever since I saw the pattern for the first time, I knew I wanted to make the long dress with long sleeve version, and so I did! I'm 5'1" with a waist size of 26 and bust size of 32, which landed me pretty much exactly on size 2. From measuring the pattern, I knew that this dress has a lot of ease, but since the shoulder measurements are fairly close to my actual body measurements, I was confident that the dress would not overwhelm my petite frame.
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Loren — Linen Pullover Dresses Sewing Pattern (Premium Paper)
Ladies Size Guide Based on Body Measurements in Inches*
| Size | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 33 1/4 | 34 1/4 | 35 1/4 | 36 1/4 |
| Waist | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Hip | 36 1/4 | 37 1/4 | 38 1/4 | 39 1/4 |
Approximate Finished Garment Measurements in Inches
| Size | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 |
| Waist | 35 5/8 | 36 5/8 | 37 5/8 | 38 5/8 |
| Hip | 43 1/4 | 44 3/8 | 45 3/8 | 46 3/8 |
| Short Dress Length | 42 3/8 | 42 3/8 | 42 3/8 | 42 3/8 |
| Long Dress Length | 49 3/4 | 49 3/4 | 49 7/8 | 49 7/8 |
| Short Sleeve Length | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 |
| Long Sleeve Length | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 |
| Shoulder Length | 3 3/4 | 3 3/4 | 3 7/8 | 3 7/8 |
| Sleeve Bicep | 16 | 16 3/8 | 16 7/8 | 17 1/4 |
Estimated Yardage in 55”-Width Linen**
| Size | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Dress w/sleeves | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 |
| Long Dress w/sleeves | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 |
| Short Dress Sleeveless | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 |
| Long Dress Sleeveless | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
* Upper bust measurement provided for reference
** Extra 10% of fabric is included due to shrinkage
*** Elastic length may vary depending on your fit preference and elastic type
ALL SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE INCLUDED AND NOTED ON THE PATTERN AND IN THE TUTORIAL
Ladies Size Guide Based on Body Measurements in Inches*
| Size | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 37 1/4 | 38 3/4 | 40 1/4 | 41 3/4 |
| Waist | 29 | 30 1/2 | 32 | 33 1/2 |
| Hip | 40 1/4 | 41 3/4 | 43 1/4 | 44 3/4 |
Approximate Finished Garment Measurements in Inches
| Size | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 42 | 43 5/8 | 45 1/4 | 46 3/4 |
| Waist | 39 5/8 | 41 1/4 | 42 7/8 | 44 3/8 |
| Hip | 47 3/8 | 49 | 50 1/2 | 52 1/8 |
| Short Dress Length | 42 3/8 | 42 1/2 | 42 1/2 | 42 1/2 |
| Long Dress Length | 49 7/8 | 49 7/8 | 50 | 50 |
| Short Sleeve Length | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 | 11 1/2 |
| Long Sleeve Length | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 | 18 1/2 |
| Shoulder Length | 4 | 4 | 4 1/8 | 4 1/4 |
| Sleeve Bicep | 17 5/8 | 18 3/8 | 19 | 19 3/4 |
Estimated Yardage in 55”-Width Linen**
| Size | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Dress w/sleeves | 2 7/8 | 2 7/8 | 2 7/8 | 2 7/8 |
| Long Dress w/sleeves | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 |
| Short Dress Sleeveless | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 2 5/8 |
| Long Dress Sleeveless | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
* Upper bust measurement provided for reference
** Extra 10% of fabric is included due to shrinkage
*** Elastic length may vary depending on your fit preference and elastic type
ALL SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE INCLUDED AND NOTED ON THE PATTERN AND IN THE TUTORIAL
Ladies Size Guide Based on Body Measurements in Inches*
| Size | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 |
| Waist | 39 1/2 | 41 3/4 | 44 | 46 1/4 |
| Hip | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 |
Approximate Finished Garment Measurements in Inches
| Size | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 49 5/8 | 51 5/8 | 53 3/4 | 55 3/4 |
| Waist | 49 3/8 | 51 3/8 | 53 1/2 | 55 1/2 |
| Hip | 58 3/8 | 60 1/2 | 62 1/2 | 64 5/8 |
| Short Dress Length | 44 1/4 | 44 3/8 | 44 1/2 | 44 3/4 |
| Long Dress Length | 51 3/4 | 51 7/8 | 52 | 52 1/8 |
| Short Sleeve Length | 15 5/8 | 15 3/4 | 15 7/8 | 15 7/8 |
| Long Sleeve Length | 22 5/8 | 22 3/4 | 22 7/8 | 23 |
| Shoulder Length | 4 1/8 | 4 1/8 | 4 1/4 | 4 3/8 |
| Sleeve Bicep | 20 1/8 | 21 | 21 3/4 | 22 5/8 |
Estimated Yardage in 55”-Width Linen**
| Size | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Dress w/sleeves | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 |
| Long Dress w/sleeves | 3 7/8 | 3 7/8 | 3 7/8 | 3 7/8 |
| Short Dress Sleeveless | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 | 3 1/8 |
| Long Dress Sleeveless | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 | 3 3/8 |
* Upper bust measurement provided for reference
** Extra 10% of fabric is included due to shrinkage
*** Elastic length may vary depending on your fit preference and elastic type
ALL SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE INCLUDED AND NOTED ON THE PATTERN AND IN THE TUTORIAL