Shay Dress Sewing Pattern, Chalk and Notch

The Shay pattern is a maxi dress with a wide scoop neck and fitted bodice. The skirt has three gathered tiers. There are elbow length puff sleeves or a tank option for both views. View A finishes with a centre back invisible zipper. View B finishes with centre front buttons. 

Suggested Fabrics: Rayon challis, rayon twill, rayon voile, cotton lawn, cotton voile, linen, chambray. This style is designed for a light to medium weight woven. The bodice is lined. It is recommended to use a medium to heavy weight bodice lining fabric to help maintain structure.

Fabric Requirements: Please see the FIND YOUR SIZE tab for more detailed information.

The minimum fabric required is listed. If you think you will need more for shrinkage, directional print, pattern matching or print repeat, please purchase accordingly.

Sizing: US 0-30 (approx UK 8-30), with 2 bust size options

Please see the FIND YOUR SIZE tab for more detailed information.

You will also need:

• 2 yd tricot fusible interfacing
• View A: 18″ (46 cm) invisible zipper for the centre back; hook and eye (optional)
• View B: fifteen to eighteen 1/2″ (12.7 mm) buttons for the centre front.

Ability: Intermediate