New Pattern Release: Simien Top & Dress
Say hello to your new wardrobe staple! The Simien Top & Dress is the latest addition to the Itch to Stitch pattern lineup, and it’s here to bring comfort, versatility, and effortless elegance to your everyday style.
Simien Top & Dress Features:
- Options for cup sizes
- Options for a hip-length top or a knee-length dress
- Options for a cowl neck or a round neck
- Options for short or 3/4-length sleeves
- Set-in sleeves for a classic look
- Flattering front princess seams originating from the neckline
- Optional in-seam pockets integrated into the front princess seams (with dress option only)
- Simple pull-over style with no zipper or buttons
- Designed for fluid, medium-weight woven fabric
The Simien is all about clean lines and thoughtful details. The princess seams that begin at the front neckline add subtle shaping for a flattering look while maintaining a relaxed, comfortable fit. You can tailor your look with a choice of two necklines (classic round or elegant cowl), two lengths (hip or knee), and two sleeve styles (short or 3/4 length). Whether you’re looking for a casual day top or a dress that transitions seamlessly from work to dinner, Simien has you covered.
No buttons. No zippers. No fuss. The Simien is a pull-on style that’s quick and satisfying to sew. The relaxed fit and inclusion of cup sizes mean you’ll get a great fit with minimal adjustments, and it comes in sizes 00 to 40.
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And don’t forget to check out the stunning Simien Tops and Dresses made by my talented testers. Their versions will spark your imagination and show just how beautifully versatile this pattern can be.
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I’ve just bought the pattern and look forward to making it. The pattern doesn’t state finished back length of the dress or top or length of sleeves. Can someone who has made this please tell me as the tops in the samples look much too short for my body and the short sleeves are too short for my big arms so I need to know how much to add to each. Thanks
The back lengths of the top and dress are on page 5 of the instructions. The sleeve length isn’t included, but you can measure the paper. Just make sure you exclude the seam allowance and hem allowance when you measure.
I’d like to make it in a knit I. E. Cotton and Spandex. Should I make it in a smaller size?
I would go at least 2 sizes smaller. Alternatively, you can consider making the Bellavista (https://itch-to-stitch.com/product/bellavista-top-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/) instead.
Gorgeous! Is it for knits, wovens or both?
It’s for woven.
Gorgeous! Would it be difficult to raise the round neck a little? I’ve been living at high altitude for decades, and that is too much sun exposure for me. Thank you.
Hi Kathy, you can redraw the neckline on the Front, Side Front, and Front Facing pieces.
Wondering just how much I can raise neckline? Don’t want to wreck the beautiful lines of pattern, but that neckline is really unflattering on me.
You can really raise it as much as you’d like. Tape the side front to the front, overlapping the seam allowances, then you can draw the neckline however you’d want.