McCalls M8553, Zip Through Dress

McCalls M8553 is a beautiful day dress with zip front. The dress features a semi-fitted bodice with collar and patch pockets, finished at the high waist with a full 4 panel skirt with gathers and in-seam pockets. The pattern offers short and long sleeve options with gathered shoulder head and cuff. You can choose to make a knee-length or midi version.

M8553 by McCalls paper sewing pattern and instructions.

Difficulty: Confident Beginner

Size: This pattern has two size options.

• Option One: Size UK 6-14 (Bust 30.5"/78cm - Bust 36"/92cm)
• Option Two: Size UK 16-24 (Bust 38"/97cm - Bust 46"/117cm)

Fabric Suggestions: For mid weight woven fabrics. Cotton blends, denim and chambray, linen, twill or fine cord.

Fabric Required at 150cm Wide:

• Dress A Knee Length Dress - 2.1m - 2.4m 
• Dress B Maxi Dress - 2.9m - 3.3m
• Dress C Maxi Dress with Long Sleeves - 3.2m - 3.4m

Other Supplies Needed:

• Thread
• Interfacing
• 16"/40cm Zip
• 2 x Buttons (for the long sleeve dress)

See pattern envelope for full details.