Val — Backless Maxi Dress Sewing Pattern (Free PDF)
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Description:
The Val pattern is a stunning scoop-shaped open-back maxi dress with two adjustable ties and flattering princess seams. By following the curves of your body, these seams elongate your silhouette and create a figure slimming effect. We've added two front slits for a touch of sexy and ease of movement.
The secret to sewing princess seams that lie perfectly flat is to carefully transfer your notches, perfectly match them and clip along the curves after they are stitched together.
For our sample US size 6 pictured in this tutorial we used 3 yards of FS Luxury Yarn Dyed Medium Weight Linen. Any medium weight linen will suit this project.
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Fabric Specifications:
| Type: | PDF Pattern |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Design Variations: | 1 |
| Sizes: | 0/2 to 12/14, 16/18 to 28/30 |
| Illustrations: | Yes |
| Instructions: | Yes |
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Customer Questions and Answers
Where did Cecelia find her matching lace back bra?
Hi! I want to make this dress but I don't want the slits. Do I have to adjust the pattern or can I just not include them. Thanks!
F|S Team
Hello, You don't have to adjust the pattern, Just sew the seams up as usual without leaving the slit section open.
I have never sewn on the bias before. I thought I would make a sample out of muslin to see where I will need to make adjustments. I am a little short waisted. Do you think this is wise, or do you think a practice run on muslin not comparable. How might I take measurements for my torso to adjust the pattern?
F|S Team
Hello, We always recommend sewing a muslin for new patterns, especially if you often make pattern adjustments for your body.
Como hago los patrones si no veo el esquema con las medidas? No lo entiendo para nada el pdf.
F|S Team
Please open the pattern in Adobe Acrobat Reader, then check the pattern 'attachments'. The pattern files are located there. If you need more help please see our Help Center tutorials or email our helpful staff.
This pattern was easy and pleasant to make. The final product is gorgeous and comfortable. Perfect for summer and can be sewn in a day. I am a beginner sewist and this was a breeze. The instructions are clear and straight-forward. I will be making many more of these.
I love this look but will likely lower the neckline a bit-I don't like things close around my neck. As to the bra question, check out Cosabella-they have some nice longline bras
I made this dress in a Spoonflower cotton lawn(not that soft for a cotton lawn, but anyway) and absolutely loved how it turned out
I love this dress! It's easy but doesn't look sack-like and frumpy like many simple patterns. I can't wait for warm weather to wear it
Love it. Have to remember most of these patterns run a bit big on me, I've made a few and this ones my favorite so far!
I am so in love with this dress. Simply timeless and elegant! Will be making more, in other colors. :)
The Val backless dress. Absolutely loved it and wore it to Frida Kahlo's house in Coyoacán, Mexico City
This dress was so easy to make. I did raise the back a little for modesty. I used medium wt navy linen 5 oz
I used IL019 Insignia Blue Softened 5.3 oz/yd2
I love this free pattern, I made a muslin first and had a friend help me get the fitting perfect. I bought some beautiful IL019 Sulphur softened linen from this site. I wore it to town and had lots of compliments. I biggest challenge was finding a color coordinating bra. I am an experience seamstress.
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Beginner: A beginner sewist is someone who is new to sewing and has limited experience using a sewing machine or hand sewing techniques. They are ready to follow basic patterns and sew simple projects, but may struggle with more complex designs.
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