Mona — Trapeze Linen Dress Sewing Pattern (Free PDF)

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Description:

Even the simplest design can be transformed into something special. This dress is a perfect example. With its loose-fitting silhouette, it features a couple of original details like the button loop opening at the back and "faux" patch pockets at the front.

  • Free print-at-home format on US letter or A4 paper
  • Layered PDF to print just your size
  • Most patterns graded in size 0/2 to 28/30
  • Many have Step-by-step instructions on The Thread blog
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Specifications:

Type: PDF Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner
Design Variations: 1
Illustrations: No
Instructions: No
Sizes: 0/2 to 12/14, 16/18 to 28/30

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Sewing Pattern Instructions

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Customer Questions and Answers

AC

This seems to be a popular pattern - there's mention to refresh this to your other standards that include finished garment measurements to sizing, but that's a note from 2021 - any plans to update this? It would be quite helpful to have this information for planning sizing adjustments, etc. Thanks -

Anda • August 2, 2024
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Do i have to add seam allowance? If already included please advise by return how much seam allowance is already included and where. Thanks a lot. Cu, Julia

Julia • May 31, 2024
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Seam allowance is included in the pattern. The amounts are listed in the pattern booklet and/or the sewing tutorial

Lauren • May 31, 2024
LD

How do I download the size 22 pattern? Thank you

Lisa • May 30, 2024
Lauren profile image F|S Team

All the sizes available in this pattern are included in the .pdf download. if there is no size 22, i'm sorry then it isn't available for this pattern.

Lauren • May 30, 2024
LF

Hi about to download this dress but I'm a size 20 which is not 43" bust can you help please, thanks

Linda • March 24, 2024
Lauren profile image F|S Team

We recommend selecting you size based on your body measurements, not your usual store bought clothing size. For more information please see our helpful article on the topic: support.fabrics-store.com/hc/en-us/articles/4442260072589-How-to-Measure-Yourself-and-Find-your-Best-Size-for-Fabrics-Store-com-Patterns

Lauren • March 24, 2024
MG

What height is this dress designed for? If I'm 158 cm tall, I should probably shorten the pattern in the armholes, waist and lower part by about 1-2 cm, am I right? What would you recommend?

mal • March 18, 2024
Lauren profile image F|S Team

This pattern was designed for a 5'6" height. We recommend sewing a toile to check the fit before making adjustments.

Lauren • March 18, 2024
LA

How can I download the pdf, so that I can print it?

Layan • December 26, 2023
Maureen  profile image F|S Team

Please make sure that you are signed into your account to access the free patterns. Please look in our help center for instructions on how to access the downloads support.fabrics-store.com/hc/en-us/categories/360000017726-Sewing-Patterns

Maureen • December 26, 2023
SP

Hi. I downloaded the trapeze dress pattern and want to purchase pink linen for it but I do not see the yardage or anyvsize info in my download. Also, it seems the fabric can only be bought in hole yards. If a pattern calls for 2.5 yards, do we have to order 3?

Suzanne • December 2, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Hello, The Mona pattern is one of our earliest free patterns which requires you to select your size based on your desired finished bust measurement. For linen to match this project we love our IL019 medium weight linen, which is only sold by the yard. You might be able to try your luck in our remnants section, the 'doggy bag' to see if there are smaller cuts available.

Lauren • December 2, 2023
AC

Can these patterns be printed in one A0 or A1 size sheet rather than 20 A4 pages ?

Annette • November 21, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

I'm sorry, our free patterns are only available in A4/Letter format.

Lauren • November 21, 2023
SB

I've made a lot of dresses from this pattern but my friend wants one with a cold shoulder sleeve. Any recommendations for me? Thank you for your help and advice.

Susan • July 9, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

You may like to reach out to our friendly Facebook Sewing Group who are a wealth of inspiration and resources for things like this! Here is the link to join: facebook.com/groups/525182708452779

Lauren • July 9, 2023
EU

How do you get the 0/2 size?

Emily • June 28, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Our apologies, this dress' smallest size is a 4/6

Lauren • June 28, 2023
MR

How do I get the PDF in AO or Copy Ready format?

Marilyn • May 29, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Our free patterns are only available in A4/Letter size at this time.

Lauren • May 29, 2023
EJ

I am having trouble printing this the correct size. I have changed paper size, printed at 100% but it still doesn't turn out to be the right size. My test square always measures bigger than 2". Any other suggestions?

Erin • April 21, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Hello, One issue we encounter is that the paper registered in your tray doesn't match what you printer is reading in the settings. Check this and make sure these match up. Otherwise, we always recommend "centered" and 100% or "actual size" as the settings needed to print the patterns. if these are still not working for you, please contact your printer manufacturer.

Lauren • April 21, 2023
CK

I'm looking forward to making this lovely dress, but can't find any instructions. Where are they?

Cherie • March 10, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

The instructions are located on our blog, The Thread. Simply go to blog.fabrics-store.com and search "Mona" in the search box.

Lauren • March 10, 2023
SF

How do you know how much fabric to buy? Thanks

Sarah • March 6, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Hello, Our designer recommends 2.5 yards

Lauren • March 6, 2023
MK

CAN I JUST BUY A PATTERN NO WAY TO PRINT AFTER I DOWNLOAD

martina • February 13, 2023
Lauren profile image F|S Team

Hello, Our free patterns are only available as digital downloads which you can print at home or take to your local library or printer for printing. We have a growing selection of premium patterns for purchase which come pre-printed for you.

Lauren • February 13, 2023
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MF
Sizing trends small

You can expect to size up for this pattern. Neckline is high and can feel a bit uncomfortable as drawn.

Meredith • December 30, 2022
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Julie profile image Instructions?

It says no instructions included, but I see one reviewer mentioned 'easy to follow instructions'. I don't see any in the printable I've downloaded. Can anyone offer information on this please? Thank you!

Julie • February 12, 2022
FS Team profile image F|S Team
Oksana

Good afternoon and thank you for your inquiry. Most of our free PDF patterns come with a sewing tutorial on our blog. Here is the tutorial for this dress: blog.fabrics-store.com/2016/09/27/mona-trapeze-linen-dress-pattern-tutorial/ And please email us if you have any questions. Have a great day!

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LB
Fabric Requirements

I can't seem to find the yardage requirements for this dress.

Lisa • September 25, 2021
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Lauren

Hello, This is one of our older free patterns which didn't list yardage. We are in the process of updating these patterns to include this information. In the meantime, you can assemble your pattern pieces and lay them out on a flat surface according to the width of your fabric. Next, measure the length that the patterns take up to find your yardage requirement. We used 2.5 yards for the smallest size.

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TV
Sizing

I have downloaded the pattern and would like to sew this dress but I wonder if the sizes are correct? The seem very small to me. Normally I use a size 14 but in this case I would have to use a size 20/22 according to the finished garment bust measurement?

Tusse • July 13, 2021
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Lauren

Hello, sizing across pattern companies and all clothing brands differ since there isn't a standardized size system. We recommend choosing your size based on the body and finished garment measurements. Our patterns are also drafted for a B-cup up to a size 16, so you may like to do a full bust adjustment if your cup size differs. Please email us if you'd like assistance doing this or for choosing a size :)

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SS
Easy and Beautiful

I consider myself still a beginner. I've made a few things but sometimes feel I have more misses than hits. This pattern is definitely a hit! I made 2 dresses in 2 days. The first I made w/ a cotton linen blend which turned out well but the fabric was a bit stiff and the neck line felt a bit too high for me. The second I made in mid weight 100% linen in a gorgeous storm cloud blue gray and lowered the neck line by 1 inch. Perfection! The instructions are complete and easy to follow and I even learned a new technique with the bias binding on the neck and arm holes.

SYBIL • June 22, 2021
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I am a 36 DD and therefore cut the pattern accordingly. However, I then had to drastically take in the lower portion of the dress(I'm a size 4). Keep in mind when cutting. Love, love, love the material. IL019 All-purpose Provence Fs Signature Finish - 100% Linen - Medium (5.3 oz/yd2)

Christine • April 7, 2024

This pattern is great for ladies of smaller bust sizes - I had to do significant adjustments to the bust area because I do not. Otherwise it's a great summer dress that is easy to sew

Isabel • March 2, 2023

I decided to add a button placket to the front of the dress, and a facing around the neckline instead of the bias tape, which was more suitable to my fabric. Thank you for the lovely pattern!

Maria • May 21, 2022

Mede un cotton and sleeves added.

Jack • June 6, 2021

I can see myself making so many more of this dress in all of the linen colors. This one is in the heavyweight 4C22 GINGER color. I love the way the pockets are sewn into the front of the dress, a really nice touch!

Lauren • May 14, 2021
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