{"product_id":"bow-dress-hack-pdf-add-on-to-zw-gather-dress-pattern","title":"BOW DRESS - HACK PDF - ADD ON TO 'ZW GATHER DRESS' PATTERN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: This PDF sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and comprises of instructions to draw shapes directly onto your fabric. There are no large pattern pieces to print out and the document can be viewed as a PDF, or printed on A4\/US Letter Paper. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: This PDF sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and comprises of instructions to draw shapes directly onto your fabric. There are no large pattern pieces to print out and the document can be viewed as a PDF, or printed on A4\/US Letter Paper. \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: This PDF sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and comprises of instructions to draw shapes directly onto your fabric. There are no large pattern pieces to print out and the document can be viewed as a PDF, or printed on A4\/US Letter Paper. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Please note y\u003cspan\u003eou will need to purchase the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/collections\/pdf-sewing-patterns\/products\/zero-waste-pdf-pattern-gather-dress\"\u003eZW GATHER DRESS\u003c\/a\u003e PDF pattern to complete this hack. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BOW DRESS HACK is a PDF download that includes all additional instructions to make this garment. There are no templates included in this pattern as you will be using the same templates included in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/collections\/pdf-sewing-patterns\/products\/zero-waste-pdf-pattern-gather-dress\"\u003eZW GATHER DRESS\u003c\/a\u003e pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*This pattern is for personal and non-profit use only and should not be used for commercial purposes in any way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero waste pattern cutting is a bit like a puzzle. It is a method of pattern drafting where you utilise a length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that everything is used. This pattern does not require printing of large pattern pieces, instead you draw your pattern pieces directly onto your fabric with the aid of a cutting plan and templates. We love working with this method for 3 reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. More flexibility: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis method allows for easy changes such as using different fabric widths and making simple fit and design changes yourself. Using patterns that fit into a zero waste square or rectangular block is a very efficient way to work. It means that it is easier to patchwork together remnants or use left over fabrics you already have lying around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2. An easy way to learn to self draft your own patterns : \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorking this way will help you to start building a toolbox of skills, and you will learn an alternative method of self drafting your own sewing patterns, which are super easy for beginners to understand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e3. Less fabric and paper waste: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWithout having to print full scale paper patterns for all pieces you save on a lot of paper, and you will have little to no fabric waste during the cutting and sewing process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing Level: Advanced Beginner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis hack is based on the ZW GATHER DRESS pattern. The neck and centre front edges of the bodice are finished with a binding and close with thin ties. The skirt has side pockets and is gathered and attached to the waist seam. The sleeve features gathers at the hem with a split and thin ties to close. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Tools\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSewing machine, iron, chalk or dissolvable pen, scissors, large right angle ruler and\/or long straight ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechniques used\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eGathers, binding, rouleau ties, in-seam pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePDF Pattern\/Instruction Booklet: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003encludes measurements in both metric (centimetres) and US imperial (inches). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooklet\/Templates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are printable on both A4 or US Letter Paper size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Chart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a ONE SIZE garment, with the determined by the fabric width used. It comes with 2 different cutting plans allowing you to use both narrow and wide fabric widths. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChoose which plan to use based on the FABRIC WIDTH you are using. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCUTTING PLAN A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e is suitable for narrower widths, 110-115cm \/ 43-45”. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis layout is suitable for a bust circumference of up to 115cm \/ 45\u003c\/strong\u003e” (this includes a generous amount of ease). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you want to make this suitable for a larger bust you can add to the length of the cutting plan the amount extra that you need. The instruction booklet includes more details on how to do this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCUTTING PLAN B\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e is suitable for wider widths, 120-150cm \/ 47-59”. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe size of this garment is determined by the fabric width. \u003c\/b\u003eSee below for the maximum recommended bust circumference by fabric width. This allows for a generous amount of ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFabric Width : Maximum Bust Circumference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e120cm \/ 47\" : 95cm \/ 37\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e125cm \/ 49\" : 100cm \/ 39\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e130cm \/ 51\" : 105cm \/ 41\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e135cm \/ 53\" : 110cm \/ 43\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e140cm \/ 55\" : 115cm \/ 45\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e145cm \/ 57\" : 120cm \/ 47\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e150cm \/ 59\" : 125cm \/ 49\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFabric + Notions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFabric Type\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUse a light weight cotton or linen in a width of between 110 - 150cm \/ 43 - 59”. The length\/usage required is based on the fabric width you are using, refer to the CUTTING PLAN A and B for more. You will also need quite a lot of bias binding strips cut for the binding and ties. If you want this to match allow for a little extra fabric on top of the main layout to cut your own binding from.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Widths : Yardage Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e110cm - 115cm \/ 43\" - 45\"\u003c\/strong\u003e : 280cm \/ 110\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120cm - 150cm \/ 47\" - 59\"\u003c\/strong\u003e : 230cm \/ 90.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis dress requires bias binding strips for the neck binding and ties. You can either buy this by the meter in a light weight contrast fabric OR if you want these to match the main fabric allow for an extra length of fabric and cut your own. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe total lengths of bias strips you will need are......\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBINDING- 4cm x 250cm \/ 1.5” x 99”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTIES- 2.5cm x 265cm \/ 1” x 105”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Links + Tutorials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore other makes on insta\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/zwgatherdress\/?hl=en\u0026amp;img_index=1\"\u003e#zwgatherdress\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/zwbowdress\/?hl=en\"\u003e#zwbowdress\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"How to sew inseam pockets in the ZW Gather Dress - Updated Tutorial\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/how-to-sew-inseam-pockets-in-the-zw-gather-dress\"\u003eHow to sew inseam pockets in the ZW Gather Dress - Updated Tutorial\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/sleeveless-hack-for-the-zw-cropped-shirt-and-zw-gather-dress\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSLEEVELESS HACK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/finishing-the-underarm-neatly\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFINISHING THE UNDER-ARM NEATLY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"FINISHING SEAMS NEATLY\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/attaching-sleeves-and-finishing-seams-neatly-zw-cropped-shirt-1\"\u003eFINISHING SEAMS NEATLY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"(VERY) GATHERED SLEEVE HACK FOR ZW CROPPED SHIRT OR ZW GATHER DRESS\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/very-gathered-sleeve-hack-for-zw-cropped-shirt-or-zw-gather-dress\"\u003e(VERY) GATHERED SLEEVE HACK FOR ZW CROPPED SHIRT OR ZW GATHER DRESS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"HOW TO SEW FACINGS INTO THE ZW CROPPED SHIRT AND ZW GATHER DRESS\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/how-to-sew-facings-into-the-zw-cropped-shirt-and-zw-gather-dress\"\u003eHOW TO SEW FACINGS INTO THE ZW CROPPED SHIRT AND ZW GATHER DRESS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"HOW TO SEW THE NECK BAND ONTO THE ZW GATHER DRESS AND ZW CROPPED SHIRT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.birgittahelmersson.com\/blogs\/tutorials\/how-to-sew-the-neck-band-onto-the-zw-gather-dress-and-zw-cropped-shirt\"\u003eHOW TO SEW THE NECK BAND ONTO THE ZW GATHER DRESS AND ZW CROPPED SHIRT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Birgitta Helmersson","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":50882678161641,"sku":"000114-000558","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed","offer_id":50882678194409,"sku":"000114-000558-Printed","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/8031\/4857\/files\/replic-_DSF9162.jpg?v=1776164646","url":"https:\/\/stashfabricvt.com\/products\/bow-dress-hack-pdf-add-on-to-zw-gather-dress-pattern","provider":"Stash","version":"1.0","type":"link"}