PDF SEWING PATTERN | The Honey Curvy Dress & Top | Merchant & Mills | UK 18–28

PDF SEWING PATTERN | The Honey Curvy Dress & Top | Merchant & Mills | UK 18–28

Skill Level : Intermediate
Sizes : UK 18–28
Language : English only

Looking for smaller sizes? The original Honey pattern is also available in UK sizes 6–18.

The Honey Curvy by Merchant & Mills channels the free-spirited style of the 1970s with a flowing maxi sundress designed for warm, leisurely days.

The design features a neat mitred bodice, a gently elasticated back and a generously gathered skirt. Sew the full-length dress for a dramatic summer silhouette or shorten it to create the Honey top. Bold patterns, delicate prints and understated solid colours each give this versatile design a completely different look.

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

• 1970s-inspired maxi sundress
• Optional top-length version
• Neat mitred bodice
• Statement centre-front bodice panel
• Gently elasticated back
• Wide shoulder straps
• Full gathered skirt
• Relaxed summer silhouette
• Adjustable high-bust and bodice-depth measurements
• Optional centre-panel embroidery design available separately
• Intermediate sewing project
• UK sizes 18–28

Recommended Fabrics

Lightweight woven fabrics such as:

• Linen
• Chambray
• Seersucker
  
• Cotton poplin
• Tencel™
• Indian handloom fabrics
• Cotton lawn
  

Avoid linen and other fabrics that are too heavy, as the fullness and gathers of the skirt may make the finished garment feel excessively weighty.

Supplies Required

• Matching sewing thread
• 30–34 cm (12–13½") of 4 cm (1½") wide elastic
• 0.7 m (¾ yd) of interfacing

For the Honey top: Purchase 1 m less fabric than the corresponding dress requirement listed below.

Size Chart

• UK 18: Bust 112 cm (44") • Waist 95 cm (37½") • Hips 118 cm (46½")
• UK 20: Bust 118 cm (46½") • Waist 101 cm (39¾") • Hips 124 cm (48¾")
• UK 22: Bust 124 cm (48¾") • Waist 107 cm (42") • Hips 130 cm (51¼")
• UK 24: Bust 130 cm (51¼") • Waist 113 cm (44½") • Hips 136 cm (53½")
• UK 26: Bust 136 cm (53½") • Waist 119 cm (46¾") • Hips 142 cm (56")
• UK 28: Bust 143 cm (56¼") • Waist 126 cm (49½") • Hips 149 cm (58¾")

Finished Garment Measurements

• UK 18: High bust 108.6 cm (42¾") • Bodice depth 59.5 cm (23¼") • Hem circumference 211.3 cm (83¼") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")
• UK 20: High bust 114.8 cm (45¼") • Bodice depth 60.5 cm (23¾") • Hem circumference 217.6 cm (85½") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")
• UK 22: High bust 121 cm (47½") • Bodice depth 61.5 cm (24¼") • Hem circumference 223.8 cm (88") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")
• UK 24: High bust 127.4 cm (50") • Bodice depth 62.5 cm (24½") • Hem circumference 230.1 cm (90½") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")
• UK 26: High bust 133.6 cm (52½") • Bodice depth 63.5 cm (25") • Hem circumference 236.3 cm (93") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")
• UK 28: High bust 139.6 cm (55") • Bodice depth 64.5 cm (25¼") • Hem circumference 242.6 cm (95½") • Side length 103.2 cm (40¾")

The high-bust and bodice-depth measurements are provided as guidance and may be adjusted. The high-bust measurement is drawn in by approximately 7 cm (2¾") with elastic.

Fabric Requirements

120 cm (47½") wide fabric

• UK 18–22: 3.3 m (3⅝ yd)
• UK 24–28: Not suitable for this fabric width

140 cm (55") wide fabric

• UK 18–22: 3.1 m (3½ yd)
• UK 24–28: 3.3 m (3⅝ yd)

150 cm (60") wide fabric

• UK 18–22: 3.1 m (3½ yd)
• UK 24–28: 3.1 m (3½ yd)

Fabric requirements apply to fabrics with or without nap. For the top version, subtract 1 m from the dress requirement for your size and fabric width.

PDF Pattern Includes

• Tiled A4 / US Letter pattern for home printing: 48 pages
• A0 copy shop pattern: 3 pages
• Illustrated sewing instructions in English
• Instant digital download

Please note: The optional centre-panel embroidery design is a separate PDF pattern and is not included with the Honey Curvy sewing pattern.

Why You'll Love It

The Honey Curvy combines a distinctive mitred bodice with an easy, flowing shape that is perfect for summer. The elasticated back provides a comfortable fit, while the dramatic gathered skirt showcases beautiful lightweight fabrics. With both dress and top possibilities, the pattern can be reimagined in bold checks, subtle solids, delicate florals or handwoven textiles.