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The Rochester Dress and Top sewing pattern

The Rochester Dress and Top sewing pattern

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The Rochester paper sewing pattern

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

SIZES UK 8-18 / SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED BEGINNER

DESIGN FEATURES

  • 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
  • See photos for fabric requirements

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Size chart

Please note: not all patterns are available in all sizes and each pattern will have its size range in the description.

Our patterns are drafted for a height of 168cm (5′ 6″). We draft for a B cup, that’s a 5cm (2″) difference between your high bust and full bust (not to be confused with your RTW bra cup size!)

Printed on FSC® paper

Maven Patterns sewing patterns are printed on 60gsm weight paper, they include a fully illustrated Maker Instruction Booklet and a sturdy boxed wallet to store your pattern. All are printed in the UK on FSC® paper. 

FSC - Forest Stewardship Council, which means it meets the "gold standard" ethical production. The wood is harvested from forests that are responsibly managed, socially beneficial, environmentally conscious, and economically viable.

Shipping & Returns

Sewing Pattern Returns: Cut patterns cannot be returned for any reason. Goods must be in their original condition – undamaged, unopened and unused.

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