I deliberated many months over whether to try this pattern. I finally took the plunge and here is my first one (I will make more). I see another reviewer struggled with the pockets. I can’t comment on this as I never put pockets in dresses. If I put anything in them, I find they ruin the line of the dress and if I don’t, I don’t need them. Anyway, this pattern is perfect for hot days and holidays.

I've always been aware of how popular this pattern is among the sewing community, and the release of the Trapeze 'additions' pack was the nudge I needed to get myself a copy of the pattern and give it a try. I opted for the standard pattern for my first version, and I made the sleeveless variation in a size 8 with no modifications. I really love the finished dress - it's so easy to wear and nice and breezy on a warm day. The fit is great, but I think I would make the size 10 if I was using a thicker fabric or if I wanted to layer a t-shirt or polo neck underneath for winter. I'm looking forward to giving some of the versions in the add-on pack a try next!

I made this up with stretch Terry towelling/epongé. I'm a size 12 with narrow shoulders. I used the medium and lengthened the arms by 2cm as I'm gangly. The model in the photo looks swamped rather than a boxy fit, but I would say it's appropriately sized. I'd never sewed with epongé or with an overlocker before. Whipped it up in an afternoon and am thrilled with the result. Pattern very clear and easy to follow. Will definitely make this pattern again, perhaps in something thicker for winter.

I sewed up the partner overalls and used the extension as I wanted pockets. I would definitely say the extension is worth getting for these along. The original doesn’t have hip pockets and I don’t know what I would do with my hands if they weren’t there.
It definitely elevates the pattern and I will only be using the extension pieces to make this pattern going forward, but I definitely will be making more as these are my favourite dungarees

This is such a cute design that comes together really quickly. I love the ruffle pocket detail and the fit is excellent.
I made size M and I didn’t need to make any adjustments, other than to the height.

They are super comfy, not too tight but fitted nicely.
They sewed up really quickly and the instructions are great. This would be a perfect beginner pattern for someone who wants to try pattern and push themselves to learn a new technique.

Tauko magazine is designed beautifully, with some interesting articles and patterns. The patterns are included on several sheets at the back of the magazine and need to be traced off. At first it is a little confusing but once you get used to the layout, it is fairly easy to navigate.
The back of the magazine has the instructions for the patterns and also includes key skills that you will need such as darts, mitred corners, pleats and so forth. As a beginner this was really helpful. I am curvy and the patterns do go up to larger sizes which is nice to see. I have already nearly finished the 'Centrefold' top. Fairly straightforward and the top is beautiful. I already have lots of ideas for modifications. Can't wait to try the other patterns.

Love,love, love this pattern! Was actually pretty easy to do. An absolute beginner might need to look up things like under stitching on YouTube.
I added pockets (why would you want a dress with no pockets?!?) and I would have made it about 3 inches longer (I'm 5"6).
Will definitely be making it again .

I love this Joanne Cullottes sewing pattern. The very high waist suits me very well, the seams at back.of the bottom makes it a great fit.
I.made it in a pale blue linen cotton mix. I will definitely make these again. So easy to.wear and I feel.good in.them

I bought this pattern as soon as it came out and was just waiting to find the perfect fabric to sew it up. I opted for this beautiful linen from Fabworks Mill Shop and it has worked really well - lovely and swishy and the ideal weight for such a full skirt. I made the size 2 with no modifications and chose to make the dress fully reversible by omitting the pockets. I used both necklines and definitely prefer the v-neck at the front, although I think the square neck will look cute with a roll neck in the winter. Great instructions from Madswick, as usual, and a really well-drafted design. Super pleased with my finished dress!

One of the reasons I love sewing is I can make clothes that fit my body shape. I love that a lot of indie brands offer cup sizes. I made this in a D cup and it fits me perfectly. First time doing a button placket and button holes but just took my time and instructions clear. Already bought more fabric to make another.

I saw this pattern yesterday lunchtime, thought it had potential as WBM’s designs are usually top notch, despite all else. But you have to know a bit about sewing and be prepared to use common sewing sense as the PDF download is problematic (Mel from the Foldline is kindly looking into this) and missing alignment lines on some pages. Still, I persevered and made my best guess how to join the sheets. There are very few pattern pieces, it looked too simple and I was afraid it would be shapeless. So I used a piece of crisp pale pink linen (pink normally doesn’t suit me) as a kind of upmarket toile. The end result? Adorable. Even me in pink. Again, the cut is excellent and its simplicity makes it work (I recommend the 3/4 sleeves).
WBM doesn’t recommend pattern layouts, - I wish they would. And if you don’t have the Layers feature on your printer, the end result is a mass of different sizes, which are easy to follow for your size apart from button / button hole markings which are completely undecipherable. I just made mine 10cm apart. I also inserted the sleeves by creating a large T shape before sewing side seams, rather than insert separately.

So I will make this again in a pale lemon, as it is cute. I used a size 6, but could have chosen 4 based on my measurements. I will post a photo if I can get a decent one of me!

Intermediate level pattern, the sew-along was extremely helpful! Turned out beautiful with my cotton and linen mix fabric. It would make it so much easier to take it off & on if you add a zipper on the side though

I love making bags and this one was no exception. Lots of interesting pockets and details. Not too fiddly to sew either. I used a medium weight cotton twill with cotton lining so I can chuck it in the wash if I need to.

I'm a reasonably new sewer, but I found the instructions really easy to follow (especially with the links to the videos that accompany them) and ended up with a fantastic pair of summer pjs I've been wearing every time they are clean! I definitely recommend this pattern if you're looking for an easy but enjoyable pair of pjs!

I tested this pattern and I absolutely loved it. It came together super quickly, and was a really easy project.

It’s perfect for beginner sewists and experienced sewists alike and I love all the options. I used a viscose linen and it was a great fabric pairing. It’s breezy, and comfortable and I’ve already worn it a tonne of times since making it.

I made size G and shortened it by 1.5” the fit is great and I didn’t need to make any other adjustments. This would be great to batch sew a load in time for summer