eQuilter Syrian Dress - by Folkwear

Women's Sizes Sm-Avg-Tall

Typical of Syrian dresses, this ample garment falls gracefully to the ankles from a large square yoke that forms a triangular effect on the front, back and sleeves. Tapered, cuffed sleeves, side panels, underarm gussets, slit pocket, and a narrow stand-up collar finish this lovely and practical dress. Two optional embroidery designs are given, both closely based on authentic sources, and can be done by hand or machine. Other optional motifs for side panels, sleeves, and seams are included. For an easy-sew version, cut the various pieces out of contrasting fabrics. Suggested fabrics: Crisp or soft fabrics such as lightweight denim, broadcloth, medium-weight cotton, chino, cotton sateen, linen, homespun, lightweight wool. If using a fairly heavy fabric, you may wish to cut yoke from thinner material. Fabric requirements: Small: 36" with yoke 5 1/3 yds, 36" without yoke 4 7/8 yds, 45" with yoke 4 1/3 yds, 45" without yoke 4 yds, 54" with yoke 3 1/2 yds, 54" without yoke 3 1/4 yds. Average: 36" with yoke 5 2/3 yds, 36" without yoke 5 1/8 yds, 45" with yoke 4 2/3 yds, 45" without yoke 4 1/4 yds, 54" with yoke 3 3/4 yds, 54" without yoke 3 1/2 yds. Tall: 36" with yoke 6 yds, 36" without yoke 5 3/8 yds, 45" with yoke 5 yds, 45" without yoke 4 1/2 yds, 54" with yoke 4 yds, 54" without yoke 3 3/4 yds. Optional contrasting yoke or facing: 3/4 yd any width fabric. Syrian Dress pattern by Folkwear. Sizes Small, Average, and Tall.