True Bias, Sewing Pattern, Lodo Dress

The Lodo pattern is an elevated take on a basic t-shirt dress. It has a straight fit through the waist and hips and a slightly tapered hem to create a subtle cocoon shape. It has a flattering deep V neck at center front and an extended cap sleeve. Both the neckline and armholes are finished with a woven facing for stability and structure. View A has a hem that hits at mid calf with a slit at center back for moveability. View B's hem hits a couple of inches above the knee.


Suggested Dress Fabrics: 
Medium weight stable knit fabric with an approximate 25% stretch such as ponte, cotton interlock, and lightweight scuba.

Suggested Facing Fabrics:
1/2 yd of medium weight woven fabric such as quilting cotton and linen.

Notions:
Coordinating thread, ball point needle.

Difficulty:
Advanced Beginner

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