Tilly and The Buttons Sewing Pattern - Lotta Dress

Meet Lotta: The Perfect Dress Pattern for Beginners and Speedy Sewists Alike!

Say hello to Lotta, an easy-to-make dress pattern that’s beginner-friendly, fuss-free, and endlessly versatile. With its relaxed, blousy bodice and flattering flared skirt, Lotta cinches at the waist with a comfy elasticated band, giving you that perfect mix of style and comfort.

Choose between a knee-length or midi-length skirt and pick from grown-on short sleeves or bracelet-length drop shoulder sleeves. Need pockets? Lotta’s got you covered with optional deep patch pockets! Designed for both woven fabrics and stretchy jerseys, this dress pattern can be customized to fit your style and fabric stash.

With Tilly and the Buttons’ award-winning instructions and clear photo guidance, Lotta makes creating your own beautiful dress a breeze, so you can sew something you’re truly proud of!

Lotta's Features:

• Blousy bodice and flared skirt, with comfy elasticated waist
• Knee-length or midi-length options
• Choice of short sleeves or bracelet-length sleeves
• Optional deep patch pockets
• Works with woven or stretchy jersey fabrics

Perfect for beginners and experienced sewists alike—Lotta will be your new wardrobe staple!

SKILL LEVEL - Beginners

SIZE RANGE - UK 6-24 (US 2-20 / EUR 34-52)

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Light- to medium-weight drapey fabrics such as chambray, viscose (rayon), Tencel (lyocell), double gauze, brushed cotton or crêpe. The short sleeve version can also be made in less drapey fabrics such as linen, cotton lawn, and seersucker. More experienced? Try single knit drapey jersey, stretch velvet or light-weight French terry.

SUPPLIES 
• Fabric
• Matching thread
• For woven fabrics: 0.2m (1/4yd) iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
• Your waist measurement in 10mm (3/8in) elastic
• 2 safety pins
• Sewing machine and basic tools 

At Truro Fabrics we're a small, family-run business in the heart of Cornwall, UK. We love compiling our carefully chosen fabric collections and sharing beautiful products with our customers. All orders are lovingly wrapped in recycled tissue and re-purposed packaging, ready to arrive and be made into exciting creations.