Tilly and the Buttons Sewing Pattern - Indigo Smock Dress & Top

Cute, comfy and effortlessly stylish, the Indigo smock has no fiddly fastenings so you can throw it on and go. Sew it with classic gathered seams or elevate it to a stand-out piece in your wardrobe with the pretty exposed frill seam.

Indigo has a bodice shaped with bust darts, gently curved empire waistline, and floaty gathered skirt. Make it as a top with dipped hem ending at the low hip, or a knee-length dress with straight hem and pockets (yay!). Choose from three-quarter flounce sleeves or slim-fitting bracelet sleeves. You’ll want to wear one every day of the week.

Fabric suggestions: Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics with drape such as lawn, chambray, double gauze, crepe

Skill Level: Confident beginners

What you'll need: Matching and contrast thread, 0.3 m (3/8 yd) interfacing, sewing machine and basic tools.