Papercut Patterns - Axis Dress / Skirt
About the Axis Dress and Skirt
The Axis is Papercut Patterns' ode to Audrey Hepburn. This timeless dress features a vintage-inspired straight neckline and waist ties that can be wrapped around to tie at the front, or fastened at the back to form a plunging back. The Axis is a versatile pattern, as you can choose between a figure-hugging pencil skirt with front split and an equally classic and flattering A-line silhouette. With the option to make either the entire dress or just the skirt from this pattern, you'll have plenty of outfits for your own Breakfast at Tiffany's.
The pattern is in the new Papercut Patterns packaging, which is white (and is thus easier to trace), lighter weight, and made from recycled materials in New Zealand.
The Fabric
For your Axis dress or skirt, choose light to mid-weight woven fabrics such as linen, cotton, silk or blends.
The Notions
- Fusible interfacing (listed in the fabric requirements).
- 25cm (10") invisible zip.
Sizing
Papercut patterns has its own sizing. The pattern range is Size 1 (bust 76cm / 30") to Size 8 (bust 118cm / 46 1/2"). The finished garment measurements (bust) for the Axis Dress are between 80 - 122cm (31 1/2" - 48"). See the chart provided for further details.
Level of Difficulty
In the Papercut Patterns' three level system of 'Rookie', 'Skilled' and 'Expert', the Axis dress and skirt pattern is rated as 'Skilled'.