{"product_id":"empire-gored-balloon-sleeve-dress-sewing-pattern","title":"Empire Gored Balloon-Sleeve Dress PDF Sewing Pattern","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sewlore-pattern-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepared after purchase. Digital delivery within 1 business day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long shaped panels give this planned empire dress its fitted waist and flowing midi hem. A short upper bodice meets the panels beneath the bust, while full balloon sleeves add volume at the wrists. Smoky violet and forest green show the same woven design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShaping that starts below the bust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow boat neckline and darted upper front bodice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpire seam joining the short upper bodice to separate long gores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanels that narrow at the natural waist and widen smoothly into a midi skirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional waist seam or gathering at the raised join\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong set-in balloon sleeves gathered into narrow cuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate V back with a planned concealed center-back zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLined construction and discreet side-seam pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower panels shape the body as well as the skirt. Their long curved seams create a different structure from a gathered babydoll skirt or panels running continuously from shoulder to hem. The finished silhouette will depend on balancing the underbust seam, natural waist and flare during drafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabric and sewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn opaque woven crepe or suitably soft cotton blend is a useful starting point. Choose enough drape for the sleeve fullness and enough body for the shaped seams to remain clear. Test the shell and lining together before committing to the final cloth. Grain placement, seam allowances and material quantities will be established during preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a complete fitting sample to assess the raised seam position, the fit through the ribcage and waist, and the V-back coverage. The sleeves need room to bend without pulling the bodice upward. Construction guidance will address matching the long curved seams, distributing cuff gathers, supporting the back opening and letting the skirt settle before leveling its hem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor continuous vertical shaping, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/1960s-panel-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern\"\u003e1960s-inspired panel dress\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empire-waist-babydoll-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern\"\u003eempire babydoll dress\u003c\/a\u003e uses a gathered skirt below its raised seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour digital order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour $25 USD order covers preparation of an English PDF sewing pattern and sewing guide for the design described here. Drafting begins after purchase. This design has not yet been drafted, sewn or fit-tested. Final sizing, finished measurements, material quantities, print formats, layouts and PDF page counts will be confirmed during preparation. Please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact Sewlore before ordering\u003c\/a\u003e to check measurement suitability. Custom fitting is not included; make a complete fitting sample before cutting final fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will email your download link within 1 business day of payment, Monday to Friday, by the end of the next business day in Istanbul time (UTC+3). Read our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pattern-preparation-delivery\"\u003epattern preparation and delivery details\u003c\/a\u003e. Files are not available for instant download. No finished garment, fabric or printed paper pattern is shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages are AI-generated design previews, not photographs of sewn or fit-tested garments. Alternative colors illustrate the same design family and do not require a separate pattern purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dress-sewing-patterns\"\u003edress sewing patterns\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/a-line-dress-sewing-patterns\"\u003eA-line dress patterns\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/evening-and-formal-dress-sewing-patterns\"\u003eevening dress patterns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sewlore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50532281155670,"sku":"SEW-MB10-EMPIRE-GORED-PREP","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/9248\/0342\/files\/empire-front.png?v=1790345289","url":"https:\/\/sewlore.com\/products\/empire-gored-balloon-sleeve-dress-sewing-pattern","provider":"Sewlore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}