Gandoura Sewing Pattern PDF | Easy Summer House Dress, V-Neck, Side Slits & Pockets | Beginner Friendly | Sizes S-XL, A4 + A0

THE GANDOURA The easy summer house dress. The light, airy dress worn at home all across North Africa: wide cut-on sleeves, a V-neck, side slits, two hidden pockets and an optional tie belt. Two main pieces, no sleeves to set in: your first dress in an afternoon. This is a PDF sewing pattern. Nothing is shipped: you download the files instantly after your purchase. WHAT YOU GET - A 12-page A4 PDF: 9 pages of instructions + 3 pattern sheets (print test, measurements for every piece, full-size neckline template) - An A0 bonus PDF: the whole top of the gandoura (neckline, sleeve and underarm curve, all sizes), the facings and the pocket bag at full size (for print shops or plotters) - Size chart (bust, waist, hips) and finished garment measurements for S, M, L and XL - Yardage table, cutting layout and the cutting mistakes that cost the most - Step-by-step sewing instructions written for beginners, with diagrams, a quality-check list, care guide and easy variations (mother and daughter, tunic, nightdress) - Seam allowances included everywhere: nothing to add DESIGN DETAILS - Wide cut-on sleeves: no sleeves to set in - V-neck with facings - Side slits for freedom of movement - Two hidden in-seam pockets - Optional tie belt: wear it loose, or tied to shape the waist - Very loose cut, about 30 cm of ease: the dress floats around the body SIZES S, M, L, XL (bust 84 to 118 cm / 33 to 46"). Finished length 135 to 139 cm, drafted for a height of 160 to 170 cm. Full size chart in the PDF, with tips to adjust the length. PATTERN TYPE Hybrid pattern: the neckline and its facings print at full size; the body is a simple shape you draft with the measurements provided, or print from the A0 bonus. LEVEL AND TIME Beginner friendly, about 2 to 3 hours. 6 pattern pieces. SUGGESTED FABRICS Cotton lawn, voile, poplin, printed cotton, viscose (rayon) challis, light linen or cotton-linen. Fabric at least 140 cm wide. Avoid stretch, heavy or stiff fabrics. YOU WILL ALSO NEED Fabric (about 3.10 to 3.20 m at 140 cm wide), light fusible interfacing (0.30 m), matching thread, a fine 70 or 80 needle, sewing machine (straight and zigzag stitch), fabric scissors, pins or clips, tailor's chalk, tape measure, kraft paper, iron. Optional: lace, braid or pompom trim. IMPORTANT - Print at 100% ("Actual size"), never "Fit to page". Check the 10 cm test square before cutting. - Only the neckline template needs printing to scale, the other pages can be printed normally. The A0 file is for a print shop. - Digital product: no refunds or exchanges. Please read the description and check the size chart before buying. - For personal use only. Copying, sharing or reselling the pattern is prohibited. - Colours may differ slightly between screens. HOW TO DOWNLOAD After payment, go to Etsy > You > Purchases and orders > Download files. Thank you for your support! Médine Paris