Hera Top and Dress (Stretch) | Size UK4-24 US0-20 | PDF SEWING PATTERN

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Latest update: 01-10-2025 (jumbled pages)

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A transforming cowl neck jersey top or dress that can be worn two ways. The construction method leaves the top completely lined and seamless. The dress is also fully lined but opens up into two layers at the hem.

Sewing level

Level: Beginner

This is a really simple sewing project that can be completed in just a couple of hours however, the seamless hem may be more on the intermediate side. A beginner and more complex hemming method will be shown to accommodate both sewing levels.

Time required

2-3hrs (dependant of skill)

Printing formats

A0, A4 and US Letter

Fabric recommendations:

Jersey is the recommended and tested fabric, specifically cotton jersey. T-shirt thickness. Other knit fabrics have not been tested but may also work.

Stretch percentage: The ideal stretch percentage is 100%. The yellow polka dot dress was made with a fabric that wasnt stretchy enough (what happens when you order online). It only had about 60% stretch. The cowl ended up being really stiff and did not sit properly. If your fabric is similar to this but you would still like to use it, I would recommend sizing up.

Weight: between 160gsm and 220gsm. Anything similar to a t-shirt thickness. If you choose a fabric on the thicker end, there will be less folds and creases when it’s on the body. Remember, the garment is fully lined so the fabric will be doubled up.

Examples: Cotton jersey, viscose jersey, spandex jersey

Equipment:

General equipment

For most sewing projects, the following general basic equipment will be needed:

• Scissors (paper AND fabric)
• Pins
• Snip
• Fabric marker
• Rulers
• Sewing machine
• Iron

Project Specific Equipment

• Jersey/ballpoint needle
• Overlock

This top pattern has been designed so that only one normal sewing machine is needed however, if you wish to use an overlock, you can. Bear in mind that you won’t be able to press the side seams open unless you overlock the side seams individually, then stitch them together on a regular machine. The dress sewing notes at the end of the instructions will go over this.

Some of the seams in the dress will have to be overlocked.

Seam allowance will also have to be corrected to 0.6cm on areas using the overlock, or make sure to trim off about 0.4cm as you sew.

Copyright disclaimer:

© Mina Zhao, 2025. All rights reserved.

This digital sewing pattern is for personal use only. You may print and use this pattern to create garments or projects for yourself or as gifts.

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FAQ:

The pattern has since updated since I bought it, what can I do?

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Why can I not see the layers option?

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It says "Read-only" when I try to select the layers. What do I do?

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