Clématisse Patterns - Zélie Blouse | Dress (French Instructions)

About the Zélie Dress | Blouse

Zélie is designed for those who love casual elegance.  The bodice has slightly angled yoke pieces (front and back), and the delicate gathers add a gentle fullness.  The neckline is slit and closes with a tie.  The dress version has a wonderful frill for irresistible bohemian charm.

There are 3 collar variations:
– a collar stand that brings elegance to the neckline
– a romantic gathered ruffled collar
– without a collar to free the neck and a more refined style

There are 3 sleeve lengths: short, 3/4 length and long. All are finished with an elasticated hem at the bottom of the sleeve.

All these versions can be mixed endlessly as a dress or blouse.  Highlight the pretty yokes by playing with contrasting fabrics (like lace) or play with the direction of stripes for a graphic effect!  Include piping (optional) to highlight the seams and add a unique touch to your creation.

General Notes: 

• Instructions are in French
• Pointrine (cm) means Chest Measurement in cm; Tour de Taille en cm (au niveau le plus creux) means Waist Measurement in cm (at the smallest point); Bassin (cm) au point le plus fort des fesses means Hip measurement as the widest point.
• All technical drawings are in black and white and are very clear
• Pattern Pieces have English & French names & instructions (eg. Grainline, Pocket Placement, Cut Fabric x 2 etc.)
• Seam Allowances included + no overlapping pieces
• There is a Clématisse YouTube Channel where you can find a video tutorial.  The commentary is in French, but you can turn on the translation feature.  In reality, you probably will be fine by just watching the process. 

Cloth Edit is a proud stockist of Clématisse Patterns.  Clématisse is a French Indie Sewing Pattern Brand for seamstresses who love romantic silhouettes, and little details that will make your handmade wardrobe unique.  

The Fabric

Select woven fabrics, with little or no stretch.  It is suitable for all types of soft and flowing fabrics: light to medium weight crepe, Tencel, chambray, cotton voile, satin, broderie anglaise, double gauze, etc.

Yardage for sizes 34 to 48 (140cm wide)

Notions

-Elastic: 80cm (width 5-8mm)

- Iron-on: 30cm X 60cm only for the straight collar version

Sizing

The pattern size range is 34 to 48 (European). 

Level of Difficulty

Clématisse do not offer a level of difficulty rating.