My Latest Make - The Lois Dress by Tessuti Patterns

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This week I'm thrilled to share my latest make the Lois dress by Tessuti patterns in this gorgeous polka dot viscose twill fabric, which was the perfect weight and has the perfect drape. As soon as I saw this pattern I feel deeply and madly in love with it and knew I had to make it. I felt the classic polka dot fabric matched the style of the dress perfectly and would mean it was a dress I would be reaching for, for years and years to come. As always I've linked everything below for you so it is easy to find.
For an intermediate sewer this was a quick, simple sew with some thoughtful, unique design details. I loved the fact there is no centre back or centre front seam and that shaping at the side of the skirt is created with a dart at the hip. Even more interestingly the zip was inserted into one of these darts, which was a fun, new sewing technique to master and was a lot easier than I thought it would be thanks to the detailed and easy to understand instructions.
I moved the bust darts more centrally and shortened them to fit my small bust better, but due to the shape and fit of the dress I could have gotten away without these adjustments. I also made my usual high round back and forward shoulder adjustments and have included links to tutorials for these below.
I really love this dress and feel it is the perfect balance between elegant and casual and know I will wear it for many years to come.
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[@debrariley2057]

I’ve made five Lois dress and don’t ever put a zip in, this is hugely common with this dress, lots of people find there is no need for a zip. Thank you for taking the time to share

[@heatherbellamy235]

So you can get the dress on and off without a zip as this is putting me off making it 😊

[@debrariley2057]

Hi, it really is a super easy pattern to make up, if you have done some basic sewing previously, Tessuti have really excellent instructions, some of the best out there, I am an average size 16, not a huge bust, lots of ppl said they put the zip in on the first one, but never used it, due to the shape of the pattern the skirt area has lots of ease, so I just made one using some basic cotton, I didn’t need the zip, so since then I’ve never put one in, Yorkshire Sew Girl on her YT channel said the same as others have. Also the zip constructions is almost at the end and if you really needed to it put it in, you would be able to just undo the seam and pop one in.

[@heatherbellamy235]

@@debrariley2057 Thanks Debra I have the pattern and some fabric that I could test it in. Most helpful 🥰

[@jillpattison5923]

Love your videos - here in Australian I’m lucky to have Tessuti shops (actual shops!) the always helpful lady there said you don’t actually need the zip- so I’ve now made 3 of these- no zip required- just goes on over my head- straight size 8 👍

[@sandradawson5189]

I love your videos, you are such a inspiration. I wish you could do sew along videos, they would be amazing and easy to understand. Love this dress on you and I shall be buying this pattern. 👏

[@annerobinson647]

It's the perfect dress for you. A classic and you did a wonderful job😄

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much Anne, I must admit I loved wearing it for the first time this week.

[@lunasmum6869]

It's a lovely pattern and looks fabulous on you. The thing that puts me off is the zip in the side seam. I am disappointed it only goes up to a size 16. I could grade up at least two sizes but, as I have to make bodice length and full bust adjustments it would become almost a redesigning! It is a shame, I love that dress!

[@foxeymoore]

Terrific dress,you look fabulous in it!

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much, it is so lovely and comfortable to wear too

[@tammymasson2343]

Very unique construction details! It turned out beautiful!

[@tattoed_baker_crafter]

I love Tesuti patterns. I have a good few. I am a visual person so love all the pics in the instructions.

[@pamici1]

Beautiful! I've had this pattern and planned to make it for so long. You may have just pushed it up to the top of the queue.

[@dorismays2448]

Simply beautiful ❤❤

[@sallieb6435]

I love this on you! I just went to Tessuti for the first time this week and it was amazing. I didn't even think about this dress, but now of course i want it too! The style is so feminine and comfortable looking. If i come over next yr I def want to come to your shop, I love your videos xx

[@lynnlynn2661]

I loved your video on the fit of this dress: ...it has room to breathe, room to eat, room to move...

[@lisahodges8299]

That is a lovely timeless dress, I hope to make it soon. Birdy

[@melaniewinter1165]

Love the dress, really beautiful Lucy

[@connieGAgirl]

Lovely dress!

[@lisagandola2254]

Love the low v neck

[@michaelgracewatts2943]

Lovely dress Lucy...I am tempted!..Grace

[@SewEssential]

Haha thank you, I'm glad I followed through with my temptation...🤣

[@thesewinggarden7311]

Thank you for sharing all the details of this dress. It is beautiful! I think I have to make one because the lack of center front and back seams sounds so I intriguing! Your fabric is gorgeous and you’re right, it has a vintage vibe. I can’t wait to see the other Tessuti patterns as I’ve not heard of that company before!

[@heatherbellamy235]

Gorgeous dress Lucy I’m put off making this dress due to the side zip 😊

[@joyharvey4935]

Super looks great !x

[@margaretdavies9250]

Gorgeous!

[@annebrown886]

A lovely make Lucy, Tessuti Fabrics are one of my favourite patterns to sew. their Chiarra Pants are a fabulous trouser pattern as well I’ve made 3 pairs in different fabrics and you’re so right they’re really chic designs x

[@lynnniblock8355]

Where would I buy the pattern from please for the trousers? 😊💕

[@pamelareynolds-g6g]

Although I really like this dress I am also in love with the red dress on the body form behind you. I know it is a bit cheeky but can you tell what pattern that is. Thank you

[@lesleyjones5455]

I am in the process of making this dress. Can you please show the front where it meets at the v and also the zip insertion please. Thank you

[@talloolahmoon]

Looking forward to making this

[@beautifulstrengthsfitness3497]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

It’s a lovely dress on you 💙

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

It's perfect on you Lucy! This made me reassess my thinking on this company. I'm just a little concerned with how low the v dips and if I'd unintentionally give people a peep show as I'm a bit bigger in the bust than you. haha Thank you.

[@ruthchapman3405]

Yes, I was thinking I’d redraft the neckline to make it a bit higher for the same reasons!!

[@brenholmes4894]

I love the style of the Lois Dress. I have the pattern and the fabric to make it, but when I made up a toile, I found the neckline was far too low for me, I am quite busty, so I laid it to one side. I will try again.

[@LoirJesus-wg3ku]

Vestido muito longo bom pra vovô

[@WollongongSkyWatch]

Beautiful!

[@JulieGerlach-h2i]

Great dress. What pattern is the red dress on your mannequin? This looks beautiful as well.

[@sheelaghhalstead4549]

It certainly is a lovely dress and the spotted fabric makes it so chic. I am curious about how you prevent the neckline stretching and gaping, especially as it's already fairly low? The bias tape doesn't sound substantial enough to stop any stretching.

[@SewEssential]

It was bias strips of the fabric rather than bias tape, but I also stay stitched it (sorry should have mentioned that) The pattern suggests using interfacing I think, but I chose to stay stitch instead.

[@SallyWinch]

Tessuti often use tear away vilene strips which I don't have or use but staystitching is a great alternative - thanks for the tip! I've made two Milendas and I love them and their patterns and instructions! @itsnevertoolatetocreate

[@reesie1554]

It's a beautiful dress Lucy I wish I had watched the video before I put my order in earlier on 🙄 I think it would be a bit low for me but do you think I could make the v a bit higher?? Marie

[@suella5370]

I was going to ask the same thing! Lucy, do you think there is a way to hack this so the V is higher?

[@amem2785]

Check KZbin or Google this. I am sure I have seen or read somewhere about the ability to do this!

[@ruthchapman3405]

It would be easy to redraft the v higher. You just have to adjust the angle of the neckline

[@debrariley2057]

I have made lots of this pattern, and although I did think … oooh that’s a bit low, I carried on, most ppl say the same thing, and that is although it’s low, the construction of the neck binding means it does not gape, it’s very clever, as even when you bend forwards it sort of stays put, ! When I made the first one, I didn’t have tear away, so used woven interfacing cut in strips and ironed that in, because the interfacing was woven it’s blended into the construction and was great, the next make, I simply stay stitched almost all the edges as so much of this pattern has bias edges. Nothing stretched out or distorted, and that’s my preferred method now, a lot does depend as always on the fabric used.

[@donnasimberg3478]

Hi Lucy, just wondering if I can make an adjustment to the front as I am a bit busty?

[@amem2785]

Google it, I have seen someone do this online

[@donnasimberg3478]

Thank you so much!!

[@amem2785]

@@donnasimberg3478 I am looking for it to let you know!

[@alenatapesokoroi4724]

Nice nice

[@helenb7534]

I didn’t need to put a zip in either

[@margaretbrown8128]

I’ve made that dress and love mine too! I’m bigger busted than you and it does show some cleavage. Also I didn’t bother to put in the zip, you actually don’t need it as there is enough ease in the pattern to just pop on and off without.

[@forestdamian5601]

Hi

[@emcarver8983]

It's like a princess seam in reverse

[@gaynormainwaring1853]

Love this dress but I’m apple-shaped, so too fitted for me.

[@JuneGaffney]

Total shame it only goes to a size 16.

[@gwenasprey764]

I would love to make this dress but need size 20 ??

[@victoriaconstantine-cort3091]

xXX👍👍👍