The SED Katharine Dress | Sewing Pattern Review

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I was fortunate enough to be able to test a dress pattern for Sonia Estep Designs. This is a pattern review of the Katharine Dress.

The SED Katharine Dress pattern is on sale for 50% off right now until February 9, 2020. Be sure to grab it at this deal. It goes back to regular price afterwards.

The Testing Process

The pattern testing process is a neat one. You have to follow a strict timeline and make at least 2 garments. There are numerous testers in each size. First, you make a test fit garment – a muslin test and then you make the final garment.

The Katharine Dress

This is a great dress pattern that can easily be a wardrobe staple. There are so many options for this dress, making it very versatile. I like patterns with a lot of options as I can make it several times, and each time it looks a little different.

Here are the pattern options – you get all this in one pattern!

• 2 necklines: scoop neck and v-neck, complete with binding
• 2 waistlines: empire waistline and natural waistline
• skirt lengths: above the knee, knee-length and maxi
• sleeves: long-sleeved, bishop sleeves with cuff or short, flutter sleeves

I applied to test this pattern because it has some features that I really like, that I find flattering. An empire waistline is flattering on most people. It draws attention up and away from a mommy tummy. The empire waistline sits at the narrowest part of your torso making you look thinner. The skirt portion of this pattern is straight and not gathered. This way it hangs and flows nicely giving a clean look. Many patterns have a gathered skirt but that always reminds me of maternity wear and that is a look I have long left behind.

Next, it has both a scoop neckline and a v-neckline. I find both of these necklines to be flattering on my petite frame.

Also, I love a flutter sleeve. There is something so soft and romantic about a flutter sleeve. It adds such a nice, feminine touch to a dress.

Fabric Suggestions

This pattern is drafted for knit fabrics.

For clingy fabrics like rayon spandex and modal, you may wish to size up so you have a nice drape to it. My test dress was in rayon spandex and I found it quite clingy for this pattern.

For one of my final dresses, I used this lovely DBP fabric from So Sew English. This has the v-neckline, empire waist, above the knee length and bishop sleeves. This makes a great dress for cooler temps, as well as transitional seasons like fall and spring. The brushed quality of the fabric makes it so soft to the touch.

Next, I made a warmer weather version. This version is made from some ITY fabric from So Sew English. This one has the v-neckline, empire waistline, above the knee length and flutter sleeves. This makes such a pretty, summer dress. I can’t wait to wear it when the weather warms up.

As mentioned, I love a pattern loaded with options. You really get your money’s worth with a pattern such as this. I love how the dresses turned out. I can’t wait for more opportunities to test patterns.

Don’t forget to get the SED Katharine Dress sewing pattern on sale right now, until February 9, 2020.

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