Schoolhouse Sundress PDF Sewing Pattern

The Schoolhouse Sundress is a beginner-friendly sewing pattern made for relaxed, creative summer sewing. This breezy dress features a loose, comfortable fit with spaghetti straps, a softly gathered elastic neckline, and a high waist with gently gathered side panels for easy charm and movement. Perfect for warm weather, it’s an enjoyable project that’s simple to sew and effortless to wear.

Beginner

Perfect for sewists looking for a first garment project or an easy, confidence-building make. This view focuses on straightforward construction with gentle shaping and simple finishing techniques.

Techniques you'll use and learn:

• elastic channel
• gathering
• arm loop bias binding

• Step-by-step sewing instructions
• Print at home pattern (19 pages)
• Copy shop/A0 pattern (1 page)
• Projector pattern
• Mood Board

The Schoolhouse Sundress is designed for flowy, relaxed woven fabrics that enhance its loose, voluminous, and dreamy silhouette. Choose fabrics with movement and softness for the best results.

We recommend:
• light to midweight linen or linen blends
• cotton voile or lawn
• cotton shirting with drape
• rayon or viscose wovens

Notions

• Coordinating thread
• 1/4" (0.6 cm) elastic

Two Easy Ways to Patchwork the Schoolhouse Sundress

Schoolhouse Sundress Tester Versions