Ruby features a contrast yoke and gathers for a comfortable fit without the need for bust darts, zippers, or closures. Armholes and neckline are bias-bound for an easy finish. Two lengths, dress (above the knee) and top (hip length) are included.
This is a fantastic beginner make
Suggested Fabrics
Main: Light weight woven fabrics with drape such as linen, rayon challis, shot cotton, voile, double gauze. Knit fabrics with less than 50% stretch such as interlock and jersey.
Yoke: Medium to light weight woven fabrics such cotton chambray, linen, cotton-linen blends, eyelet, lace.
Fabric Requirements
110cm (44″) wide fabric: Dress main, 1.8m (2 yd) / Top main, 1.4m (1 1/2 yd) / Yoke, 0.5m (1/2 yd)
140cm (54") wide fabric: Dress main, 0.9 – 1.8 m (1 – 2 yd) / Top main, 0.7 – 1.4 m (3/4 – 1 1/2 yd) / Yoke, 0.5 m (1/2 yd)
Sizing
Approx. 8 - 30 (XXS – XL). Please see measurement charts in images.
Notions
- 1/4″ wide double-fold bias tape, 1 3/4 yd for XXS-S / 2 yd for M-XL / 2 1/4 yd for plus sizes 1-3, [use an additional 1/4 yd of yoke fabric to cut your own]
