Buy the Frisson Dress sewing pattern from Atelier Scämmit. An open-back dress that oozes elegance and femininity. Frisson tightens with ties at the sides. The placement of the gathered opening in the small of the back means Frisson is bra-friendly. The top is fully lined, and the skirt can also be lined. The pattern has three length options. 

Sewing level: Intermediate

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50). Note: The pattern pieces overlap, so you will need to trace the pattern.

Suggested fabrics: 

Main: Very light to light (80-160 gsm / 2-5 oz.) fluid woven fabrics (voile, crepe, twill) in viscose, silk, linen // Stretch factor: 0-10% (0% elastane).

Lining: Very light (60-80 gsm / 2-3 oz.) woven fabrics (voile) in cotton // Stretch factor: 0-10% (0% elastane).

Fabric requirements: 

Main: 140 cm (55") wide fabric: Long dress, 200 - 270 cm (79" - 106") // Midi dress, 165 - 235 cm (65" - 93") // Short dress, 105 - 175 cm (41" - 69").

Lining: 140 cm (55") wide fabric: Full lining, same as for main // Partial lining, 60 - 80 cm (24" - 31").

Sizing: EU 34 – 48 / US 4 – 18 / UK 6 – 20. Please check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Elastic, 5 mm (0.2") wide, 20 cm (8"); form tape interfacing, max. 2 m (80").

Languages: French and English.

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