How to Draft a Flattering Notched Collar Dress Step by Step

This Elegant Notched Collar Dress Is Easier Than It Looks | Step-by-Step Tutorial for beginners Learn how to draft an elegant blazer dress with a flattering A-line silhouette, a classic notch lapel, and beautiful puff sleeves. ✂️ In this step-by-step pattern-making tutorial, we’ll build the dress pattern from the basic bodice foundation, then transform it into this feminine blazer-style design. You’ll see how the collar, front bodice, facing, A-line skirt, back, and puff sleeve come together to create the complete pattern. Whether you’re a beginner learning pattern making or an experienced sewist looking to improve your skills, this tutorial will help you understand the pattern-making process behind the design — not just copy the finished garment. ⏱️ TIMELINE: 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Drafting the Notch Collar / Notch Lapel 06:08 Drafting the Front Bodice Pattern 08:47 Drafting the Front Facing 11:26 Drafting the A-line Front Pattern 14:08 Reviewing the Completed Front Pattern 14:38 Drafting the Back Pattern 20:18 Reviewing the Completed Back Pattern 20:23 Drafting the Puff Sleeve Pattern 24:55 Reviewing the Completed Puff Sleeve Pattern 24:58 Final Pattern Review & Tips See the exact measurements of this model: ✅️️ Sleeve length: XS 31 cm, S 32 cm, M 33 cm, L 34 cm, XL 35 cm, XXL 36 cm, 3XL 37 cm, 4XL 38 cm ✅️️ Dress length: XS 120 cm, S 121 cm, M 122 cm, L 123 cm, XL 124 cm, XXL 125 cm, 3XL 126 cm, 4XL 127 cm 📌 And this is only the beginning! I’m building a