Closet Core Patterns - Nicks Dress & Blouse

About the Nicks 

The Closet Core Nicks will inject bohemian glamour into your wardrobe. In multiple variations with soft gathering and delicate details, it's satisfying to make and a pleasure to wear.

All views feature a loose-fitting V-necked bodice with a gently gathered shoulder and yoke. The slightly puffed sleeve is gathered at the shoulder; choose between a short sleeve, or a long sleeve with wrist pleats for shaping and an elastic gathered cuff. You may also choose between two interchangeable neckline finishes: a simple facing, or a bias-bound neckline with delicate rouleau button loops and buttons.

• View A is a button-front dress with a comfortable elastic waist, long or short sleeves, and three gathered skirt tiers.
• View B is a voluminous swing tunic with a gathered hip tier and long or short sleeves.
• View C is an elegant blouse with a faced neckline and long or short sleeves.

The Fabric

The Nicks Dress + Blouse is great in a variety of light to midweight wovens with moderate drape. For a flowy and ethereal effect, try: rayon challis, viscose, silk crepe, chiffon, charmeuse, or georgette.  For more body, try: cotton shirting, batiste, voile, chambray, or linen.

The Notions

• Buttons for View A and B center front opening, 5 x 1/2" (12 mm)
• Elastic for View A waist and sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 2 yard (2 m)
• Elastic for View C sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 1/2 yard (0.5 m)
• Lightweight fusible interfacing for View C facing, 10" x 10" (25 cm x 25 cm)
• Thread in matching colour
• Marking tool
• Tube turner or safety pin

Sizing

The size range for this pattern is 0-20.

See the Closet Core Patterns size charts (see images) provided for details.

Level of Difficulty

Closet Core Patterns rate the Nicks as 'Intermediate'.