Step 1
Start working on front, then repeat the same steps for back too.
First, flare the skirt by 10 to 15cm at side.
Let's draft the pattern for this caftan dress with dolman sleeves.
It features an interesting style line at upper chest. You can sew it in a variety of fabrics depending on the effect you want to achieve: organza for a more formal look, cotton, linen or viscose for an easier option.
To draft the pattern start from a basic block with darts and 8 to 10cm ease on bust circumference, and a matching basic sleeve.
Start working on front, then repeat the same steps for back too.
First, flare the skirt by 10 to 15cm at side.
Then draw the style lines for upper chest, making sure they meet when shoulder dart is closed.
Widen neckline by 2 to 3cm from high shoulder point.
Redraw. upper part of waist dart curving it outwards, then square down from dart apex and cut through the line.
Get the sleeve and cut it in half.
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