Make a statement with a stunning, signature look as Mood unveils The Jugflower Pencil Dress free sewing pattern: A sleek pencil dress with an invisible zipper at the back, a square neckline, and dramatic, sheer sleeves. From its luxurious fabrics to its impeccable craftsmanship, every aspect of this dress is designed to delight the senses and elevate your style to new heights. The premium polyester satin drapes flawlessly, ensuring a silhouette that gracefully accentuates your curves as you feel the soft touch of the polyester lining. In using delicate polyester organza, the sleeves turn this lovely dress into a work of sophisticated design and indulgent comfort. The allure that exudes from The Jugflower Pencil Dress adds a touch of romance to your wardrobe as it captivates hearts and turns heads wherever it goes.

How to sew the Jugflower Pencil Dress: Top

1 – Sew the fabric and the lining simultaneously, starting with the side front pieces to the front.

2 – Sew the darts at the back of the top fabric and lining.

3 – Pin the back to the front and sew at the side seams.

4 – Make sure all pattern pieces for the top are sewn on the fabric and lining.

How to sew the Jugflower Pencil Dress: Bottom

5 – Sew the darts on the back skirt pieces of the fabric.

6 – Repeat by sewing the darts on the lining.

7 – Sew the two darts on the front skirt of the fabric and the lining.

8 – Sew the back skirts to the front skirt at the side seams.

9 – Make sure all pattern pieces are sewn for the skirt fabric and lining.

10 – Pin and sew the top to the bottom across the waistline.

11- Press all the seams with an iron.

12 – Make sure the top and bottom are sewn together on the fabric and the lining.

13 – Pin and sew the shoulder seams, right sides together.

14 – Repeat by sewing the shoulder seams on the lining.

15 – Pin the lining onto the fabric, right sides together, then sew around the neckline at the front and the back.

16 – Sew a basting stitch 1/4″ across the top of the sleeve to gather and set in.

17 – Sew the seams closed, add elastic to the cuffs, hem the bottom, and gather at the top.

18 – Install the invisible zipper at center back. Make sure you catch the fabric and the lining all together.

19 – Hem the bottom of the fabric.

20 – Hem the bottom of the lining.

*For this project, the fabric and the lining were sewn together at the neckline and the zipper entry, but both skirts are individually hemmed. An alternative option would be to sew the skirt lining and fabric together at the bottom.

Pay meticulous attention to every stitch, seam, and finish. Details not only enhance the quality of the garment but also distinguish your work. Stay curious, embrace new techniques, and never cease to be a student of your craft!