PDF SEWING PATTERN | OMILIE Dress & Top | Merchant & Mills | UK 6–18

Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: UK 6–18
Language: English only

The Omilie PDF sewing pattern by Merchant & Mills is a relaxed smock-style top or dress with a gathered neckline and a choice of short or long sleeves. The top features practical patch pockets, while the dress also includes inseam pockets for an easy, functional finish.

Omilie can look soft and effortless in linen, TENCEL™ or double gauze, or more structured in cotton poplin, brushed cotton or lightweight wool. With both top and dress lengths included, it is a versatile pattern for creating comfortable everyday garments throughout the year.

Looking for UK sizes 18–28? The Omilie PDF Sewing Pattern is also available in the extended size range. Shop UK sizes 18–28 here.

All seam allowances are 1.5 cm (⅝") unless otherwise stated and are included in the pattern.

• Smock-style top or dress
• Short and long sleeve options
• Gathered neckline
• Patch pockets
• Inseam pockets on the dress
• Relaxed, comfortable silhouette
• Top and dress lengths included
• Intermediate sewing project
• UK sizes 6–18

Choose light to medium-weight woven fabrics such as:

• Linen
  
• Cotton poplin
• TENCEL™ Lyocell
• Indian handwoven cotton
• Cotton double gauze
• Lightweight wool

Soft fabrics create a relaxed silhouette with gentle movement, while crisp poplin or lightweight wool will give the garment a more sculptural shape.

• Matching sewing thread
• 0.45 m (½ yd) fusible interfacing for the top
• 1.3 m (1½ yd) fusible interfacing for the dress
• 6 × 11 mm (½") buttons for the top
• 12 × 11 mm (½") buttons for the dress

• Size 6: Bust 78 cm (30¾"), Waist 61 cm (24"), Hips 86 cm (34")
• Size 8: Bust 82 cm (32¼"), Waist 65 cm (25½"), Hips 90 cm (35½")
• Size 10: Bust 86 cm (33¾"), Waist 69 cm (27"), Hips 94 cm (37")
• Size 12: Bust 91 cm (35¾"), Waist 74 cm (29"), Hips 99 cm (39")
• Size 14: Bust 96 cm (37¾"), Waist 79 cm (31"), Hips 104 cm (41")
• Size 16: Bust 101 cm (39¾"), Waist 84 cm (33"), Hips 109 cm (43")
• Size 18: Bust 106 cm (41¾"), Waist 89 cm (35"), Hips 114 cm (45")

• Size 6: Gathered Bust 106.5 cm (42"), Waist/Hips 179 cm (70½"), Dress Length 121.3 cm (47½"), Top Length 50.3 cm (19½"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 8: Gathered Bust 110.5 cm (43½"), Waist/Hips 183 cm (72"), Dress Length 121.8 cm (47¾"), Top Length 50.8 cm (19¾"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 10: Gathered Bust 114.5 cm (45"), Waist/Hips 187 cm (73½"), Dress Length 122.3 cm (48"), Top Length 51.3 cm (20"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 12: Gathered Bust 119.5 cm (47"), Waist/Hips 192 cm (75½"), Dress Length 122.8 cm (48¼"), Top Length 51.8 cm (20¼"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 14: Gathered Bust 124.5 cm (49"), Waist/Hips 197 cm (77½"), Dress Length 123.3 cm (48½"), Top Length 52.3 cm (20½"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 16: Gathered Bust 129.5 cm (51"), Waist/Hips 202 cm (79½"), Dress Length 123.8 cm (48¾"), Top Length 52.8 cm (20¾"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")
• Size 18: Gathered Bust 134.5 cm (53"), Waist/Hips 207 cm (81½"), Dress Length 124.3 cm (49"), Top Length 53.3 cm (21"), Short Sleeve 7.5 cm (3"), Long Sleeve 30 cm (12")

The first quantity is for the short-sleeve version and the second is for the long-sleeve version. Requirements apply to fabric with or without nap.

• 110 cm (43½") wide: Sizes 6–10: 4 m / 4.4 m; Sizes 12–14: 4.4 m / 4.7 m; Sizes 16–18: 4.4 m / 4.7 m
• 120 cm (47") wide: Sizes 6–10: 3.6 m / 4 m; Sizes 12–14: 3.6 m / 4.4 m; Sizes 16–18: 4.4 m / 4.4 m
• 140 cm (55") wide: Sizes 6–10: 3.4 m / 3.6 m; Sizes 12–14: 3.4 m / 3.6 m; Sizes 16–18: 3.4 m / 3.6 m
• 150 cm (60") wide: Sizes 6–10: 3 m / 3.4 m; Sizes 12–14: 3.4 m / 3.6 m; Sizes 16–18: 3.4 m / 3.6 m

The first quantity is for the short-sleeve version and the second is for the long-sleeve version.

• 110 cm (43½") wide: Sizes 6–10: 1.9 m / 2.3 m; Sizes 12–14: 2.3 m / 2.4 m; Sizes 16–18: 2.3 m / 2.4 m
• 120 cm (47") wide: Sizes 6–10: 1.9 m / 2.3 m; Sizes 12–14: 1.9 m / 2.4 m; Sizes 16–18: 1.9 m / 2.4 m
• 140 cm (55") wide: Sizes 6–10: 1.5 m / 1.9 m; Sizes 12–14: 1.9 m / 1.9 m; Sizes 16–18: 1.9 m / 2.3 m
• 150 cm (60") wide: Sizes 6–10: 1.5 m / 1.9 m; Sizes 12–14: 1.9 m / 1.9 m; Sizes 16–18: 1.9 m / 1.9 m

The belt is placed lengthwise on the grain and is not laid out according to the nap direction.

• Top and dress versions
• Short and long sleeve options
• A0 copy shop 5 pages
• A4 home-printing 101 pages
• Compatible with A4 and US Letter paper
• Illustrated sewing instructions in English
• Instant PDF download

Omilie combines the comfort of a relaxed smock with practical pockets and multiple styling options. Sew it as a lightweight linen top, an easy cotton dress or a warmer brushed cotton or wool version for cooler weather.