Schoolhouse Sundress PDF Sewing Pattern

The Schoolhouse Sundress is a beginner-friendly sewing pattern designed for creative play and joyful making. With its simple shapes and easy construction, it’s the perfect project to relax with—choose your favorite fabrics, enjoy the process, and let your imagination take the lead.

This breezy summer dress features a relaxed silhouette with spaghetti straps, a softly gathered neckline (created by elastic channels at the front and back), and a high waist with delicately gathered side panels for a touch of volume and charm. The fit is intentionally loose and carefree, making it comfortable, flattering, and easy to wear in warm weather.

Whether you're new to sewing or looking to build your skills, the Schoolhouse Sundress offers a satisfying mix of techniques that are approachable yet rewarding. It’s a playful, skill-building pattern designed to bring joy from start to finish—and to be sewn again and again.

Perfect for:

• Beginner sewists and confident beginners
• Summer wardrobes and layering pieces
• Creative fabric pairings and color play
• Relaxed, everyday wear

Pattern features:

• Sizes: XXS-6XL (31-64" chest)
• Skill level: Beginner
• Elastic gathered neckline (front and back)
• Spaghetti straps
• High waist with side gathers
• Simple construction using rectangles and easy techniques

Let this dress be your canvas—sew something just for the joy of it.

All PDF patterns are for home sewing only and cannot be made for resale or profit. Thank you for respecting our designs!  

We cannot wait to see what you make!

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