Apron Dress Sewing Pattern, The Assembly Line
The Apron dress is a workwear inspired design with straps crossing at back. The skirt is opened with back pleat and closed with buttons. . . Read more
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Description
Description
The Apron Dress really does have it all! With its nod to classic workwear and a feminine twist, this pinafore-style design features cross-back straps, a buttoned back pleat, and generously sized front pockets making it as practical as it is charming. It’s an easy sew and an effortless wear, perfect for layering all year round.
Styled here with the Cuff Top for a timeless, everyday look.
Suggested Fabrics:
Mid weight fabrics such as denim, cotton twill, lightweight canvas.
Fabric Requirements:
140-150 cm fabric width
XS 1.5 m / S 1.6 m / M 1.7 m / L 1.8 m / XL 2.2 m / 2XL 2.2 m / 3XL 2.3 m
You will also need:
- Matching thread
- 2 buttons (snap or sew-in)
- 0.5 m interfacing
Ability: Easy / Confident Beginner
Sizing: Please refer to the FIND YOUR SIZE tab for detailed sizing information.
Since it is the skirt, rather than the whole dress, that has to fit your body for this pattern - use your waist and seat measurements when choosing which size to make.
The large back pleat is slightly adjustable by moving the placement of the buttons, in case you wish to have the waist width a few centimetres narrower or wider.
FIND YOUR SIZE
FIND YOUR SIZE
YOUR BODY MEASUREMENTS (cm)
Measurements should be taken directly on your body.
1 Chest: Measure the fullest part of your bust while wearing a bra that fits.
2 Waist: Measure above your navel.
3 Arm length: Measure from shoulder to wrist.
4 Seat: Measure your low hip around the fullest part of your hip.
5 Inside leg: Inside leg is measured from the top of your inside leg down to the floor.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
Size EUR | 34 | 36-38 | 40-42 | 44-46 | 48-50 | 52-54 | 56-58 |
Chest | 80 | 84-88 | 92-96 | 100-104 | 108-114 | 120-126 | 132-138 |
Waist | 64 | 71-75 | 79-83 | 87-93 | 96-102 | 108-114 | 120-126 |
Seat | 91 | 95-99 | 103-107 | 111-115 | 119-123 | 127-131 | 135-139 |
Average body height 168 cm
Since it is the skirt, rather than the whole dress, that has to fit your body use your waist and seat measurements for sizing.
The large back pleat is slightly adjustable by moving the placement of the buttons, in case you wish to have the waist width a few centimetres narrower or wider.
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS

XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | |
A. Skirt length (cm) | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 |
B. Waist (cm) | 73 | 82 | 91 | 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 |
C. Bottom (cm) | 146 | 157 | 168 | 179 | 190 | 200 | 210 |
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