The Assembly Line - Balloon Sleeve Dress

Balloon sleeve dress offers versatile sleeve options, allowing you to choose between the voluminous puff sleeve, the short straight sleeve, or even go sleeveless. The fitted bodice provides a tailored look, while the a-line skirt and ballon sleeves add a touch of elegance. Features pockets in side seams and zipper closing in the back.

For a casual day look, you can pair the dress with flats, making it comfortable and suitable for various occasions. If you're heading out for an evening event, switching to heels can instantly elevate the outfit, adding a more formal and stylish touch.

Difficulty: Skilled

Sizing - see last two images for details.

Suitable fabrics: light to medium weight fabrics.

You will also need:
Fusible interfacing, Invisible Zip

Fabric requirements:

Fabric needed for the balloon sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.7 m / S 5.0 m / M 5.1 m / L 5.3 m / XL 5.7 m / 2XL 6.1 m / 3XL 6.3 m
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.4 m / S 3.5 m / M 3.5 m / L 3.5 m / XL 4.1 m / 2XL 4.1 m / 3XL 4.1 m

Fabric needed for the short sleeve version:
110-120 cm fabric width XS 4.0 m / S 4.3 m / M 4.3 m / L 4.5 m / XL 4.7 m / 2XL 5.1 m / 3XL 5.4 m
140-150 cm fabric width XS 3.0 m / S 3.0 m / M 3.1 m / L 3.2 m / XL 3.2 m / 2XL 3.2 m / 3XL 3.4 m

This is a multi-size pattern available in two size ranges :
Size XS-L; or Size XL - 3XL.

Photo credits: The Assembly Line