Straightgrain, Sewing Pattern, Ume

Ume (Japanese for ‘plum’) is a versatile pattern which you can make a wide range of shirt dresses with.

The options can be combined to a number of different dresses:


– shift dress or party dress
– pointy collar, rounded collar, or bow collar
– short or long sleeves
– with or without breast pocket, in-seam pockets, and belt loops


This makes Ume a pattern which can be used all year round.

Ume is intended for woven fabrics (light and medium weight). Info on sizing and materials/yardage can be found here !


For more information regarding Fabric Requirements and sizing, please see inset photos.


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