Lenox Shirtdress Paper Pattern - Cashmerette
Lenox Shirtdress Paper Pattern - Cashmerette
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Classic tailoring blends with effortless style for curves in the Lenox Shirtdress. Excellent fit is a must when it comes to a shirtdress—no-one wants a gaping button placket!—but we have you covered, with cup sizes from C–H, and regular and full bicep sleeve pieces, so you can customize your pattern for a perfect fit.
This structured beauty features curve-friendly princess seams, a collar or banded neckline, and the choice of a pleated or gathered skirt. The V-neck button placket frames your face, while roomy pockets provide the perfect hiding spot for your phone and lipstick. Level up your sewing skills, feel totally confident and comfortable, and turn heads with this sophisticated shirtdress!
This Cashmerette pattern includes:
- Cup sizes from C to H
- A “full bicep” sleeve option
- A sizing calculator which will tell you exactly which size to make
- A beautifully illustrated and detailed instruction booklet, to guide you no matter your sewing level
- A full photo sewalong on our blog with tips and techniques that go beyond the instruction booklet
Interested in making a long sleeved or sleeveless Lenox Shirtdress? Check out the Lenox Sleeve Expansion pack, available separately.
Want to see how this pattern will look on you? Sketch your plans on a body outline croquis that's custom made to your measurements with MyBodyModel. Learn more »
SEWING LEVEL
Intermediate
SIZING
12 to 32, in three cup sizes (C/D, E/F, G/H) and regular and full bicep sleeve options – includes 40 – 62” bust and 42 – 62” hip. Find your size in seconds using our size calculator.
RECOMMENDED FABRIC
Light to medium-weight woven fabric such as rayon, voile, lawn or chambray.
Fusible interfacing.
NOTIONS
Universal needle, 13 buttons size ⅜"- ½" / 1 cm, ½ yard (0.4 m) fusible interfacing.
Body Measurements (in), sizes 12-32
| 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Bust | 37 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 |
| Full Bust, C/D Cup | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 |
| Full Bust, E/F Cup | 41 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 | 59 | 61 |
| Full Bust, G/H Cup | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
| Waist | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Hip | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
| Bicep | 12 ⅜ | 13 ¼ | 14 ⅛ | 15 | 15 ⅞ | 16 ¾ | 17 ⅝ | 18 ½ | 19 ⅜ | 20 ¼ | 21 ⅛ |
Body Measurements (cm), sizes 12-32
| 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Bust | 94 | 99 | 104 | 109 | 114 | 119 | 124 | 130 | 135 | 140 | 145 |
| Full Bust, C/D Cup | 102 | 107 | 112 | 117 | 122 | 127 | 132 | 137 | 142 | 147 | 152 |
| Full Bust, E/F Cup | 104 | 109 | 114 | 119 | 124 | 130 | 135 | 140 | 145 | 150 | 155 |
| Full Bust, G/H Cup | 107 | 112 | 117 | 122 | 127 | 132 | 137 | 142 | 147 | 152 | 157 |
| Waist | 81 | 86 | 91 | 97 | 102 | 107 | 112 | 117 | 122 | 127 | 132 |
| Hip | 107 | 112 | 117 | 122 | 127 | 132 | 137 | 142 | 147 | 152 | 157 |
| Bicep | 31 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 54 |
Lenox Shirtdress Finished Garment Measurements: Imperial (in), sizes 12-32
| | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Bust: C/D cup | 43 ¼ | 45 ¼ | 47 ¼ | 49 ¼ | 51 ¼ | 53 ¼ | 55 ¼ | 57 ¼ | 59 ¼ | 61 ¼ | 63 ¼ |
| Full Bust: E/F cup | 44 ¼ | 46 ¼ | 48 ¼ | 50 ¼ | 52 ¼ | 54 ¼ | 56 ¼ | 58 ¼ | 60 ¼ | 62 ¼ | 64 ¼ |
| Full Bust: G/H cup | 45 ¼ | 47 ¼ | 49 ¼ | 51 ¼ | 53 ¼ | 55 ¼ | 57 ¼ | 59 ¼ | 61 ¼ | 63 ¼ | 65 ¼ |
| Waist | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| Hip | 74 | 76 | 78 | 80 | 82 | 84 | 86 | 88 | 90 | 92 | 94 |
| Bicep: standard | 14 ¼ | 15 ¼ | 16 ⅛ | 17 ⅛ | 18 | 19 | 19 ¾ | 20 ¾ | 21 ¾ | 22 ½ | 23 ½ |
| Bicep: full | 16 ¾ | 17 ⅝ | 18 ½ | 19 ⅜ | 20 ⅜ | 21 ¼ | 22 ¼ | 23 ⅛ | 24 ⅛ | 25 ⅛ | 26 |
| Back length | 38 ⅞ | 39 ⅛ | 39 ⅜ | 39 ⅝ | 39 ⅞ | 40 ⅛ | 40 4/8 | 40 6/8 | 41 | 41 2/8 | 41 4/8 |
Lenox Shirtdress Finished Garment Measurements: Metric (cm), sizes 12-32
| | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Bust: C/D cup | 110 | 115 | 120 | 125 | 130 | 135 | 140 | 145 | 150 | 156 | 160 |
| Full Bust: E/F cup | 112 | 117 | 123 | 128 | 133 | 138 | 143 | 148 | 153 | 158 | 163 |
| Full Bust: G/H cup | 115 | 120 | 125 | 130 | 135 | 140 | 146 | 150 | 156 | 161 | 166 |
| Waist | 86 | 91 | 97 | 102 | 107 | 112 | 117 | 122 | 127 | 132 | 137 |
| Hip | 188 | 193 | 198 | 203 | 208 | 213 | 218 | 224 | 229 | 234 | 239 |
| Bicep: standard | 36 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 53 | 55 | 57 | 60 |
| Bicep: full | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 59 | 61 | 64 | 66 |
| Back length | 99 | 99 | 100 | 101 | 101 | 102 | 103 | 104 | 104 | 105 | 105 |
Lenox Shirtdress Fabric Requirements: Imperial (yd), sizes 12-32
| MAIN FABRIC | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All views: 45″ wide | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ⅝ | 4 ⅝ | 4 ⅝ | 4 ⅝ | 5 ⅛ | 5 ⅛ | 5 ⅛ | 5 ⅛ |
| All views: 55″ wide | 3 ¾ | 3 ¾ | 3 ¾ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ | 4 ¼ |
Interfacing: ¾ yd of 45″ wide interfacing for all sizes.
Lenox Shirtdress Fabric Requirements: Metric (m), sizes 12-32
| MAIN FABRIC | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All views: 115 cm wide | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| All views: 140 cm wide | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Interfacing: 0.6 m of 115 cm wide interfacing for all sizes.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Caring for your fabrics is essential to maintain their appearance and longevity. Here are some essential fabric care tips to make your clothing last longer and look great.
First and foremost, always check the care label on your garments. While most fabrics benefit from similar care, certain items like wool may have specific instructions. For general care, wash your fabrics in cool or cold water. Hot water can degrade fibers and cause colors to fade.
Avoid using chlorine bleach or fabric softeners, as these can damage the fabric over time. Instead, choose a phosphate-free detergent. These gentle detergents clean effectively without harming your textiles.
When it comes to drying your clothes, it's best to tumble dry on a low setting. This helps prevent shrinking and unnecessary wear and tear. For the best results, dry similar colors together to avoid color transfer. If you want to maximize the longevity of your fabrics, consider line-drying your clothes. This method reduces the risk of damage from the dryer’s heat and can also save energy.
Ironing your fabrics? Always check the appropriate heat settings based on the type of fabric you are working with. Utilizing the right heat can help you avoid burns and preserve the integrity of your garments.
If you have any delicate items, laundering them in a mesh bag can provide extra protection during the wash cycle. Always be mindful of embellishments and finishes when caring for your fabrics.
Ultimately, proper fabric care ensures that your clothes continue to look fresh and new. By following these easy tips, you can enjoy your favorite garments for years to come.
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