How to cut a trapeze dress. Modeling two fashionable dresses with a-line silhouette

Anastasia, I want to thank you very much for your work for us! Few people write about their

I'm an absolute beginner in this matter, maybe someone will find this useful :)
For this model I made patterns according to your method:
1. The pattern is the basis of a dress with a semi-fitting silhouette with minimal increases.

Extension on each side is 7 cm
2. The pattern is the basis of a single-seam sleeve, which is tapered towards the bottom (distance for tapering

I chose this: I measured the circumference of my palm as if in a fist, i.e. in a state in which the palm

folds for easy passage into the sleeve) and only then drew the 3/4 line.
The dress turned out to be very spacious - so much so that the trapeze disappeared into it :) however, there is no feeling of baggy or shapelessness in it. Everyone said (not knowing that this was my doing) “What Nice dress“How airy and interesting you are!”

The fit of the product turned out to be ideal in the shoulders and armhole. I would also like to sew

this model, but already modified. Namely: looking at the photo of the dress and at your own in reality,

I note the following:
1. In the dress pattern, I would lower the neckline not by 1 cm, but by 1.5. Because when sitting, the collar rises slightly to the top
2. In the dress pattern, in the center of the shelf along the bottom, I would make a cutting line not straight, but curved (as if in an arc along the entire bottom), i.e. from the center of the shelf along the bottom I would release a 1.5 cm segment down and draw a smooth line to the sides, because when worn, the front of the dress rises higher than the back. This is not noticeable for those who do not sew themselves, but for those who know, you begin to feel embarrassed :)
3. I was afraid to work on the zipper in the frame (+ I didn’t find a suitable one), I was thinking about a drop neckline to keep the back without a seam, but I was afraid of facing the drop, so in the end I decided to make a seam along the back to fasten the edges of the dress with a button (supposedly it’s easier this way) :D). The idea failed because... The fabric I chose was jersey knit (warm, dense, but draping): the cutout at the back with the facing inside gave it its thickness and the result upset me - somehow everything was puffy. In the end, I made a hidden hook, sewn to the wrong side (to the facing). Now the cutout on the back fits well. I just really regret that I didn’t delve into the lesson on lightning - I would have spent a lot less time))))))
4. I would let the undercut on the side go not 3 cm from the armhole, but all 5.
5. In order to repeat the model exactly from the photo, I would recommend making a pattern

exactly a close-fitting silhouette with maximum increases from the table, and a flare of 5 cm on each side, maximum 6.
Because the semi-fitting silhouette with minimal increases gave such freedom in the chest that in front, from the neckline down, after 5-10 cm, flaring already begins (visually). I am still in favor of the shoulders and chest being more clearly drawn :)

My parameters:
height 162
OG 89
OT 74
OB 99

Modeling a trapezoid dress pattern.

You can independently adjust the width of the dress, as indicated in the diagram. But don't forget about the darts in the bust area. After all, they are the ones who make the style of the dress feminine, and not like an ordinary bag. If you are interested in the pattern of an a-line dress with sleeves, then you can take measurements from any T-shirt that fits you well. This method is well suited for beginners in the field of sewing.

If you are using knitted fabric, then your sewing machine A special foot for elastic material must be installed. If you do not know how to properly sew knitted fabrics on a regular sewing machine, then first read the article: . The seam should be processed along the shoulder line and along the entire length of the product. If the fabric frays too much when cut, it needs to be processed using an overlocker. As you can see, the sundress and trapeze dress pattern is very simple and can be created in just half an hour. At the same time, you will receive a unique product that cannot be found in any designer collection in the world! You can decorate the dress with a brooch or other accessories, depending on your look.

More interesting models dresses with a-line silhouette and patterns for them:

The A-line dress, the pattern shown below, looks great on any figure. Yes, and sewing it is as easy as shelling pears.

Basic A-line dress pattern

This dress can be made without sleeves or with sleeves. In this case, a special pattern for a trapeze dress with a sleeve is not needed; you can simply create a separate pattern for a single-seam sleeve, as in the photo:

Summer A-line dress

Patterns for summer dresses are easy to create. To do this, you need to create a pattern, for which you simply need to lay out your T-shirt on the fabric, make allowances and flare it to the bottom. Then stitch along the side and shoulder seams.

You can, as always, show your imagination and decorate the dress, or you can leave it without decoration, because it will look very cute anyway. For example, like in this photo:

Or this dress:

A-line boat dress

Here you will find patterns for a-line boat dress.

Constructing a pattern

A trapeze dress is very easy to sew if you have a pattern. How to create a pattern for such a dress is described below.

The pattern for a trapeze dress is constructed in the same way as any dress pattern. There are just a few things that need to be changed:

• The increase at chest level increases by 4-6 cm;
• Waist darts are not needed at all.

This is what it looks like finished pattern, which is built from the base pattern of the dress.

Usually, for a trapeze dress they choose soft fabrics, which fit well in folds, and the color and print are the personal choice of each fashionista.

This style of dress is very versatile, as it is suitable for both thin and overweight women. To see this, look at a selection of photos that show that the trapezoid hides all the flaws of the figure.

For girl

And of course, we can’t forget about our little fashionistas. Therefore, below you will see a pattern of an a-line dress for girls. The principle of constructing a pattern is no different from the patterns given above. You just need to build it according to the girl’s size.

You can easily download all these patterns.

Video selection

To make it more clear how to sew such dresses, watch a selection of videos on the topic of the article.

A-line dress- the much-loved image of the incomparable Audrey Hepburn - has not lost popularity for several decades.

The secret of such a longevity of the style is that it suits almost everyone. And, if you want to emphasize your figure or, conversely, hide flaws, you need an A-line dress. The pattern must be selected and executed accurately - this is the secret of success.

Why trapezoid?

The dress style is so called because it is narrowed at the top and widened at the bottom. This cut suits especially:

very thin women (the flared hem hides skinny legs and thin hips);

full ladies (hides imperfections and “excesses” of the figure);

pregnant women (allows you to hide your growing belly from prying eyes, without hindering movement).

And women with an ideal figure appreciate this style because it emphasizes all the strong sides of their body: chest, hips, legs.

An important advantage of an a-line dress is that it is universally suitable for any occasion; you can wear it to the office or to a social event. In addition, the style goes well with various accessories and shoes (both stiletto heels and low heels).

In the wardrobe of any fashionista you can easily find several dresses of the same style, but made from fabrics of different textures. And it is very likely that these will be dresses of A silhouette.

After all, you can sew them from:

flax;

cotton;

staples;

thick knitwear;

half-wool.

It all depends on the time of year and the woman’s image. The main condition is that the fabric should hold its shape and not stretch too much, otherwise the dress will begin to sag and will not look elegant.

Tools:

graph paper;
a simple pencil;
scissors ;
tape measure;

piece of fabric (length equal to the desired length of the product).

Instructions:

Measure your chest circumference and divide it by 4.
On the paper along the top edge we make a mark of this value.
Measure the length from shoulder to armpit.
We make a mark on the paper and draw a perpendicular from the first mark. We measure the waist circumference, divide by 4, put a dot on the paper on the left.
We take measurements from the waist to the chest and mark a dot on the perpendicular line.
Connect the point to the waist point. It turns out to be a trapezoid.
Draw a neckline of the desired depth.
Now mark the length of the dress. We draw a line from the waist to the bottom, expanding it to the desired length (optimally add 6-7 cm to the half-chest circumference).
We draw exactly the same drawing for the front of the product.
In the second picture we make a dart.To do this, draw a line from the beginning of the neckline to the bottom of the armhole, adding 5 cm, and put a dot.
From the point to the side cut we draw an isosceles triangle with a base of 2 cm.
We cut out the drawings and transfer all the lines with chalk onto the fabric, folded in half with the wrong side up.
All that remains is to sweep the parts and sew them on a machine, processing the neckline and seam cuts.

A-line dress with sleeves

If you are sewing an a-line dress with sleeves, it is better to make a one-seam sleeve. Let's look at the sleeve drawing for the basic model of such a garment.


Instructions:
We measure the length of the sleeve. To do this, bend your arm at the elbow and measure the length from shoulder to elbow and from elbow to hand, add up the values ​​- this will be the length of the part.
We put the resulting value on paper.
We measure the circumference of the arm, adding 10 cm (if you plan to make the sleeve not too wide).
Lay the piece down on paper. We draw 2 perpendicular lines along these points.
We set aside 15 cm from the top line. This is the line of descent. We draw a horizontal line.
Divide the width of the sleeve in half and draw a vertical line.
From the highest point to the extreme points of descent we draw a triangle - it turns out to be isosceles, divided into 2 rectangular ones.
We divide each half in half again and draw a vertical line through the entire length of the drawing.
From the right edge to the first vertical line, draw an arc to the bottom, which deviates from the side of the triangle by 2 cm.
On the left we draw the same arc, but with a deviation of 0.5 cm.
To the right, from the middle of the right side of the triangle to the top point, make an upward arc with a deviation of 1.5 cm.
On the left, the arc deviates by 2 cm.
We draw the armhole line. Cut out the part. The right part belongs to the front, the left part to the back.

Based on this drawing, you can make a pattern for an a-line dress with 3/4 sleeves. To do this, set aside the first vertical segment of the required length, and perform all subsequent actions in the same order. By the way, experienced dressmakers recommend making a drawing long sleeve, and then simply bend the lower part to the required level. And one more nuance: in order to carefully sew the sleeve into the armhole, it is recommended to fit it a little along the shoulder seam.

Fashionable outfit with a yoke

If you want to make the dress more original, use the dress pattern with a yoke. True, such a model requires certain sewing skills.

Tools:

graph paper;
a simple pencil;
scissors;
pattern;
tape measure;
tailor's chalk (or a piece of soap);
piece of fabric (length equal to 2 lengths of the finished product).

Instructions:

We measure the length from the shoulder to the chest and from the shoulder to the middle of the shoulder blade. Measure the chest circumference and divide the measurement in half.
Using the obtained values, draw a rectangle.
Draw a shoulder line.
On the right, we round the neckline to the desired depth. To do this, you can use a pattern.
Measure the length of the armhole and put a mark on the left.
Now we set aside a piece of armhole length above and below the shoulder. We round this line, making it 3 cm deeper in front than in the back. Let's cut out the rest of the details. Half chest circumference is the length of the upper line of the trapezoid.
Draw a line for the length of the dress. Now to the right we set aside 6-7 cm to widen the skirt. Let's finish drawing the trapezoid.
If the style requires it, we cut out the sleeves.
We cut out the details and transfer them to the fabric.
We sew and after fitting we sew on a sewing machine.

If you need to make an a-line dress, the pattern is simple and easy to prepare. This factor is one of the reasons why the a-line dress is a favorite in the wardrobe of fashionistas who often change their look. A dress of this silhouette is suitable for girls, regardless of their figure type, fullness and height. The advantages of the dress make it popular. Having basic sewing skills, it is easy to make such an outfit yourself at home.

The pattern is made based on any existing dress the right size. A good option find a suitable one - look in the magazine “Burda” for a simple summer dress and change the diagram a little. It's easier than cutting out a dress from scratch yourself. A trapezoid model can be made with your own hands according to any pattern, but the one described below is the most convenient and can be easily done at home.

Having found a simple dress, you should make a corresponding pattern on a sheet of paper in the desired size. The operating rules are described below. They are true for both standard sizes, and for battles. Procedure:

1. First of all, dress modeling involves transferring the pattern from a sheet onto a large sheet of paper or wallpaper for modification. After translation, several changes should be made;
2. The chest dart is reduced by 1-1.5 cm. The size of the change depends on the size of the garment. For sizes up to 48, the bust dart is reduced by 1 cm, for sizes over 48 the reduction will be 1.5 cm;
3. Flares are added from the armpit level. It determines the width of the dress at the bottom. The standard is to widen each half of the pattern, front and back, by 5-7 cm. The norm is chosen at personal discretion;
4. On the back, all darts at the back waist level are removed. The resulting pattern is the pattern of the dress with a silhouette.

You can change the pattern of an a-line dress with or without sleeves by changing the neckline. A V-shaped or oval neckline is suitable.

After some simple manipulations with the standard pattern, you get the pattern of an a-line dress. Working with this model in the future allows you to sew a simple outfit. This is a base that can be decorated or supplemented with other details:

• Embroidery;
• Decor;
• Rhinestones;
• Beads;
• Buttons;
• Pockets;
• Ruffle;
• Ruffles;
• Shuttlecocks.

Materials and tools

To sew a trapeze dress you will need the following tools:

• Paper for cutting;
• Transfer paper;
• Pencil;
• Transfer wheel;
• Scissors;
• Tape measure;
• Soap;
• Set of needles;
• Sewing threads;
• Threads for basting;
• Sewing machine;
• Overlock.

What materials will be needed:

• A piece of fabric to fit the model;
• Trim in the color of the dress or contrasting;
• Decoration materials.

Sewing pins will be needed. Their use is necessary for precise cutting of fabric. Thanks to the use of pins when transferring patterns to fabric, accuracy and the absence of displacement are achieved.

All tools and materials must be prepared before sewing begins. When sewing, you should make sure that all of the above tools are accessible. This procedure, carried out in advance, can significantly reduce the time used to make the outfit. All necessary tools It is recommended to place it at arm's length on a sewing table or on a stool.
Tools
Materials

Preparatory work

It is necessary to note the dependence of fabric cutting on the pattern. If the material for sewing is not monochromatic, has a round or large pattern, there may be a need to adjust the front and back according to the pattern. This must be taken into account when calculating required quantity material before purchasing to avoid shortages. In this case, you should make one part, then check the drawing and make a second part on a suitable piece of the remaining fabric. These simple manipulations will allow you to accurately create a dress with a large pattern. The same applies to fabrics that have a directional or geometric pattern.

First we cut the fabric. This procedure is carried out like this:

1. The finished pattern is cut out of paper. Scissors are used for this. You will get two parts - front and back;
2. A piece of fabric is folded in half. One of the parts is applied to the bend point - the front or the back. It is necessary to work with each part one by one;
3. The part is pinned with sewing pins at a distance of 2 cm from the edge of the fabric paper. The distance between the pins should be from 5 to 15 cm;
4. Using soap or special sewing chalk, the paper is traced onto the fabric. When drawing the line, 1.5-2.5 cm are retreated from the edge of the pattern. This is the seam allowance. The chest dart is outlined precisely, without allowances;
5. Without removing the paper blank, large sewing scissors cut out the fabric along the lines. The workpiece is not removed to avoid shifting of the fabric - it is pinned together, so its displacement is minimized;
6. The second pattern is made according to this scheme. After completing these procedures, you can start sewing.

When cutting out the details of an a-line dress, an experienced seamstress is recommended to leave more material than 2.5 cm for processing the bottom seam. This is explained as follows: inexperienced seamstresses who rarely take up sewing or those who sew clothes for the first time often do not guess the length of the outfit . To avoid this, you can adjust the required length by already wearing a sewn dress and cutting off the excess fabric to the desired level. With this simple manipulation you can adjust the length of the outfit immediately during fitting.

If the dress is made with sleeves, you need to copy the sleeve pattern separately and open them according to the same principle. A simplified version of tailoring, done at home, eliminates the presence of sleeves. And the silhouette is the most popular in summer period , when the sleeves are either missing or made as decorative element
(ruffles or flounces).
Stage 1
Stage 2

Stage 3

Sewing instructions

1. We sew the outfit according to this pattern:
2. The cut fabric parts are carefully ironed. The evenness of the seams will depend on this;
3. The chest darts are basted by hand. They are then processed on a sewing machine. The basting threads are removed;
4. Two main details of the outfit are swept away - the front and back along the side and shoulder lines. The stitches are then made using a sewing machine. The basting threads are removed;
5. The cutout is being processed. The bias tape is attached at a distance of 1 mm from the edge in a circle. The edges of the binding should meet at the shoulder seam;
6. In the same way, the holes for the hands are processed using tape. The joining of the edges of the binding should be on the side seam at the level of the armpit;
7. When sewing a dress with sleeves, the sleeves are sewn on at this stage. Their edges are treated with tape or a simple seam;
8. The hem of the dress is being processed. The fabric is folded twice, the fabric is rolled up. Then the seam is smoothed. An even fold should form, the width of which is uniform both in front and behind. The stitching is then done on a sewing machine;
9. Upon completion of the above operations, the completed seams are overlaid. It is necessary to overcast the side seams, shoulder seams, and, if necessary, sleeves;
10. The seams are then smoothed away from the front and back. Shoulder seams are smoothed back;

The outfit is completely ironed. If desired, decorated with decorative elements.

After completing the sewing procedures, it is necessary to trim the remaining threads. The basting threads are removed. The decoration of the dress is carried out upon completion of the sewing procedures. Summer dresses have common models: trapezoid with yoke, a-silhouette, straight cut. Many dresses are easy to sew at home yourself. Noticing this, some girls decide to master sewing. This saves your budget significantly. Buying material for sewing a dress is sometimes 2-7 times cheaper than buying a ready-made outfit. The opportunity to decorate a dress yourself gives you the opportunity to show your imagination and make clothes in a single, exclusive copy. It is popular to make a dress from white linen fabric, which is pre-decorated with embroidery. Embroidery can be done with cross stitch, satin stitch or beads. Without a doubt, the stronger sex will appreciate the exclusive dress! Cut out and fold the details of the dress
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