Balka Dress Sewing Pattern
The Balka dress sewing pattern is a chic and versatile addition to your wardrobe. With its flattering fit-and-flare shape, this sewing pattern is ideal for crafting casual woven tops and dresses. The detailed instructions make it accessible for sewists of all levels. Whether you’re making a light summer dress or a casual look for work, this dress sewing pattern guarantees a perfectly tailored look every time, adding style and sophistication to your sewing projects.
The Balka dress sewing pattern is for woven fabric and includes the following sizes: 0-24 / 30-54.
- Color PDF pattern printable on paper formats Letter, A4, A0, and separate projector file
- Dress sewing pattern
- Big volume sleeves
- Front placket with buttons
- Skirt with gathers
- Side seam pockets
- Dress or blouse
Balka Dress Sewing Pattern
- The Balka Dress Sewing Pattern is a chic and versatile addition to your wardrobe. With a flattering fit-and-flare shape, this pattern is perfect for creating casual woven tops and dresses. It is suitable for all skill levels and offers detailed instructions, ensuring a perfectly tailored look every time—whether you're making a light summer dress or a work-appropriate outfit.
- This pattern includes sizes 0-24 (30-54) and is designed for woven fabrics like cotton or linen.
Key Features:
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- Color PDF pattern (Letter, A4, A0 formats, and projector file)
- Dress sewing pattern with options for a blouse version
- Big-volume sleeves and front button placket
- Skirt with gathers and side seam pockets
- Detailed sewing video available on YouTube
Description:
- The Balka dress sewing pattern exudes effortless elegance with a kaftan-style design. Its button-down front, abundant sleeve gathers, and elasticated hem make it stylish and comfortable. The skirt features gathered fabric for added volume, and practical side pockets enhance functionality.
- Crafted with versatility in mind, Balka works beautifully in lightweight fabrics such as cotton, linen, viscose, or silk, making it ideal for casual or formal occasions. Whether creating a long dress or a breezy blouse, this pattern guarantees timeless charm and sophistication.
Skill Level:
- Adventurous beginner (Skill level 2/4)
Materials Needed:
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- Fabric (lightweight woven)
- Sewing thread
- Elastic
- 3 Buttons
- Fusible interfacing
The Pattern Includes:
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- Layered sizing options (0-24)
- Trimless pages for easy assembly
- Fully illustrated instructions with both metric and imperial measurements
- A4, Letter, and A0 formats (plus projector file)
- Seam allowances
- For more detailed instructions, refer to the images and download Adobe Acrobat Reader for optimal printing results here.
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- User-Friendly Design: Clear instructions make it easy for beginners and experienced sewists.
- Additional Support: Follow along with our step-by-step sew-along videos for professional results.
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- Color PDF Pattern: A unique legend and color distinguish each size, and the PDF sewing pattern pieces are organized on separate layers. You can easily activate or deactivate layers to print only the sizes you need when printing from Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- A4 and Letter: Print your pattern on paper sizes Letter or A4, and tape the pages together. Read our blog about taping the pages together.
- A0 File: Skip the hassle of assembling the pattern and send the pattern to a local print shop nearby.
- Projector File: All our PDF sewing patterns include a separate PDF projector file. The file has a vast work surface for easy navigation, thick lines, complete pattern pieces with left and right options, and separate layers for each size. A grid of metric and imperial squares ensures accurate scaling. The layers include options for both light and dark backgrounds.
- Instructions Booklet: This booklet includes garment illustrations, imperial and metric body and garment measurements, fabric and trim requirements, and step-by-step illustrated instructions.
- YouTube Videos: Our YouTube channel has more than 50 sew-along videos where we sew the patterns step by step.
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Our PDF Patterns are designed with every feature you need for an enjoyable and stress-free sewing experience. Each pattern includes clear markings, detailed instructions, and a versatile layout optimized for home printers, projectors, or large-format printing. With layered sizing options, you can easily print only the sizes you need, and the trimless feature makes it fast to assemble the pages. The projector file features thick lines, left and right pattern pieces, and metric and imperial grids. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewist, our patterns make bringing your creative visions to life simple.