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This Expansion is an add-on to the Orchards Dress sewing pattern. Click HERE to be directed to the main pattern page. You must have the original dress pattern to be able to sew the complete dress with sleeves.

There are 3 sleeve options:
• Sleeve A is a set-in short or elbow-length sleeve with two different hem options. The elbow-length sleeve features a contrast trim cuff with the option of a matching contrast trim hem at the bodice.
• Sleeve B is a mid-forearm length sleeve with a very slight shoulder puff. The cuff is finished with bias binding.
• Sleeve C is a puff sleeve with decorative pin tucks that add dramatic texture and shaping.

There are additional options included in this expansion that are completely optional. You may choose to do all or none of them. These are:
• Back Tie and Loops
• Contrast Trims at Sleeve A and/or at Skirt of any view
• Orchards Top

The seam allowance is included in the pattern pieces.

See photos of other sewists’ versions of the Orchards Dress HERE!

You are purchasing a digital package of 4 PDF files, including the following:

1. Orchards Dress Sleeve Expansion Copy Shop 36x72

2. Orchards Dress Sleeve Expansion Copy Shop A0

3. Orchards Dress Sleeve Expansion Print at Home

4. Orchards Dress Sleeve Expansion Pattern Sewing Instructions

ADDITIONAL TUTORIALS:

Follow the links below for tutorials on how to customize the fit of your dress.

• HOW TO NARROW THE BODICE: Grading between sizes from shoulder to bust
• HOW TO DO A FULL BICEP ADJUSTMENT

SIZING:
If you fall outside of my current size range, please get in touch with me! I am working on expanding my size range and would love to hear from you.

SAMPLES SHOWN:
Samples shown in photographs are as follows:
• Sleeve C + View B dress + back loops and tie
• Sleeve A + View B bodice skirt + contrast trim cuffs
• Sleeve A + View B dress, lengthened 10”
• Sleeve B + View A dress

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