I AM Patterns - Lotus Dress | Top (New Packaging)

About Lotus 

Most paper I AM patterns are size 36-46.  They offer a larger size range in PDF. 

Lotus is a versatile garment that gracefully blends elegance, comfort and modern style. It can be made as a top, a short dress, a long dress or a skirt—with 50 variations to choose from.

The top is simple yet structured, featuring a side bust dart. You can opt for a round neckline or a V-neck.

The dress versions feature a gathered skirt at the waist with pockets, and can be styled with or without a removable belt. Each version can be buttoned at the front or not, and the pattern offers sleeve options from sleeveless to short, ¾-length, or butterfly sleeves.

Lotus also comes as two skirt styles: a mini skirt and a long skirt, both gathered at the waist finished with a fitted waistband and front buttons.

In an effort to reduce paper usage some pattern pieces overlap with each other, so you will need to trace the pattern on paper or use Cloth Edit’s Vilene Light.  It is fantastic for tracing patterns, and you can even sew it, which makes it great for fitting.  (Note - the overlapping is neither extensive nor hard to discern).

This pattern is in the NEW packaging which is a white envelope style that's easy to open.

The Fabric

For your Lotus, select lightweight to medium weight woven fabrics: poplin, viscose, Tencel, Tana lawn, chambray, light crepe, lightweight denim, silk, linen, washed cotton….

The Notions

• Iron-on interfacing

• Buttoned versions and skirts: buttons of 5/8” (15 mm) de diamètre

• Sleeveless versions: 1/4’’ (6 mm) to 3/8’’ (1 cm) double fold bias tape

Sizing

The Lotus covers the size range of 36-46. 

Level of Difficulty

I AM Patterns indicates that Lotus is a 'simple' pattern.  The instructions are clear, with step by step illustrations.

I AM Patterns is a very popular French independent sewing pattern company, owned by two sisters: Marie-Emilienne (founder and designer) and Blandine (marketing manager).  I AM Patterns’ designs are modern and push the boundaries, but they also include timeless pieces.  I hope you enjoy exploring their range.