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Create a timeless wardrobe with the Wren Blouse and Dress sewing pattern by Chalk and Notch. This versatile pattern includes both a button-front blouse and a charming mini dress, giving you multiple stylish looks from one pattern.
The blouse offers an effortlessly relaxed fit, while the mini dress features a flattering dropped waist with a softly gathered skirt for an easy-to-wear silhouette. Choose between two statement sleeve options: a feminine short puff sleeve with an elasticated cuff or an elegant long sleeve finished with a button cuff.
Whether sewn in crisp cotton for everyday wear or drapey rayon for a softer finish, the Wren is a versatile pattern you'll reach for season after season.
Pattern Features
- Button-front blouse and mini dress included
- Relaxed fit through the waist and hips
- Mini dress with dropped waist and gathered skirt
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Two interchangeable sleeve options:
- Short puff sleeve with elasticated cuff
- Long sleeve with button cuff
- Mix and match sleeves with both the blouse and dress
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Includes A/B and C/D bust cup options for an improved fit
Recommended Fabrics
Designed for light to medium-weight woven fabrics.
Suitable fabrics include:
- Rayon challis
- Rayon crepe
- Rayon voile
- Cotton lawn
- Cotton voile
- Cotton shirting
- Linen
- Double gauze
For the softest drape, especially for the mini dress (View B), choose fabrics with fluid movement such as rayon challis or rayon crepe.
Fabric Requirements
The amounts below are the minimum fabric required. If you're using directional prints, matching patterns or allowing for shrinkage, you may wish to purchase extra.
54" (137 cm) wide fabric
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Blouse with short sleeves: 1½-2½ yd (1.4-2.3 m)
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Blouse with long sleeves: 2-3 yd (1.8-2.7 m)
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Mini dress with short sleeves: 2-3 yd (1.8-2.7 m)
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Mini dress with long sleeve:3½ yd -3.2 m)
Sizing
- US sizes 0–30
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Approximate UK sizes 8–30 (based on our standardised size chart)
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Includes A/B and C/D bust cup options
For the best fit, use both your high bust and full bust measurements when selecting your size. As with all garment sewing projects, sewing a test garment (toile) is recommended before cutting into your final fabric.
Bust Cup Options
Choose your cup size by comparing your high bust and full bust measurements:
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A/B Cup: Difference of 0-2" (0-5 cm)
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C/D Cup: Difference of 2-4" (5-10 cm)
If the difference between your high bust and full bust is greater than 4" (10 cm), you may wish to perform a Full Bust Adjustment (FBA).
Notions Required
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¾ yd (0.7 m) tricot fusible interfacing for the facings and cuffs
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Six or seven ½" (12.7 mm) buttons for the centre front
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Two or four ½" (12.7 mm) buttons for the long sleeve cuffs
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1 yd (1 m) of ⅜" (1 cm) elastic for the short sleeve cuffs
With its classic button-front styling, romantic sleeve options and versatile blouse and dress variations, the Wren is a sewing pattern you'll enjoy making and wearing all year round.
