The Rochester Dress & Top Paper Sewing Pattern - Maven Sewing Patterns

The Rochester sewing pattern has been designed with simple, understated styling and thoughtful details in mind. An easy to wear style with a relaxed fit and slight A-line shaping, and gathered front neckline. Featuring a deep centre back pleat, curved hem with side split and stitched facing. The elbow length sleeves have a deep stitched hem.

VERSION A / The Rochester Top is mid-hip length and great to wear with jeans.

VERSION B / The Rochester Dress is knee length with a self-tie belt and in-seam pockets

SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED BEGINNER

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• • SIZES UK 8-18
  • Elasticated and gathered front neckline
  • Elbow length sleeves
  • Curved hem and side split with feature topstitching
  • Centre back pleat
  • In-seam side pockets (dress only)
  • NO ZIP!
  • Easy to shorten or lengthen, with guides on your pattern
  • Unlined
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• PAPER PATTERN option – printed on 60gsm paper
• MULTI-SIZE PATTERN: UK SIZES 8-18
• MAKER INSTRUCTIONS – a fully illustrated booklet (ENGLISH ONLY) to guide you through sewing your garment.
• Photo tutorials can be found here
• Pattern includes seam allowances
• SEE PHOTOS FOR SIZE CHART & FABRIC REQUIREMENTS