Blithe Dress

digital pdf sewing pattern

$9.95

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Blithe is an exquisite formal high-low dress! Blithe features a dramatic high-low overskirt layered over a tulle, lace or fabric underskirt. The bodice is complimented by delicate tulip style sleeves.

Blithe is fully lined and has an encased back zipper closure. Blithe is perfect for all types of special occasions and is sure to make a statement. The options for a fabric underskirt can also allow you to create a more everyday look. 

The Instant Download PDF Includes:

    • Sizes: 2T - 10 years
    • Size Chart, Fabric Requirements, Fabric Recommendations, Notions, and Sewing Tips
    • Full tutorial and step-by-step instructions, including over 40 color photos to clarify each step for beginners
    • Includes (2) Downloadable Files:
      • US Letter (A4 compatible): Print from home with regular computer paper, tape together, and then cut pattern pieces
      • A0 Copy Shop (Projector compatible): Send off to print large scale or use with your at home projector

Click here to download the free Blithe Coloring Page!

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Josephine O.
Blithe a holiday hit

I love how fancy this dress looks, yet how simple it is to make. But the true review is from my granddaughters who love to wear these dresses almost as much as I love making them!

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Melanie H.
The perfect cinderella dress

The pattern was easy to assemble and the instructions well written. It came up a little small though, and I had to make the size 4 for a little girl who is about to turn 3.

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Manuela G.
Lovely and loved!

Made 2 dresses for my granddaughters. As the measurements were too tight (Mom’s mistake), the youngest ended up with those 2 and I just finished the one for the oldest.
The measurements seeming still too tight, I went with two sizes larger so she can enjoy her dress longer 😊.

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Kelly W.
Blithe

My daughter asked me to make her a Blithe for her primary school
graduation. I have never seen with tulle before and zippers often defeat me however, the instructions were fantastic and the dress turned out amazing.

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Odile G.
Excellent.!

'- still unused.

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Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress ReviewViolette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
12/13/2020

Blithe

My daughter asked me to make her a Blithe for her primary school graduation. I have never seen with tulle before and zippers often defeat me however, the instructions were fantastic and the dress turned out amazing.

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Kelly W.
Australia Australia
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/15/2020

Loved it

The pattern and instructions were easy to follow and the dress turned out so nicely

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Sarah H.
Canada Canada
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress ReviewViolette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
03/29/2020

Beautiful garment

The Blithe is beautiful! It comes together pretty easily if you follow the directions closely. I’m a self-taught sexist who started in January and I was able to execute the dress well! My daughter loved it!

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Jessica V.
United States United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
01/17/2020

her most-loved dress

This pattern is well written, easy to follow, and designed so that the finished dress looks like it was complex to create but is actually really simple. I'm an advanced sewist, but avoid clothing like the plague. Really wanted to make this for my 7 y.o. daughter, though, so set out with some trepidation and minimally-loved fabric. When I finished (a surprisingly short time later!!!!), it was total love. Within the week, we'd gone out to buy much-loved fabric for 2 more. I look forward to trying more Violette Field patterns and may have finally caught the clothing pattern bug!

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Valerie T.
United States United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
12/29/2019

Beautiful dress

Wow. Such a fantastic pattern, easy to follow, and looks amazing.

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Marie C.
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
03/10/2019

Blithe

Great pattern. I found a couple of steps a little difficult to understand even with the pictures but a more experienced sewer would probably find it much easier. The finish of the dress is beautiful and looks fantastic. I still can’t believe someone like myself made it.

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Kerri L.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
12/10/2018

Love blithe!

Super cute, quick sew and great instructions as usual.

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Stacey N.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
11/25/2018

Gorgeous dress and Complicated

It’s a gorgeous dress and I’m so pleased with the end result. However, I wish it came with a 3/4 sleeve option. While I love petal sleeves in general, I don’t think they looked right with this particular dress. Unless you’re trying to create a Disney Princess costume. Otherwise, I think a longer sleeve looks better of this particular dress. That’s just my 2 cents though.

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Amber V.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
10/02/2018

Good pattern, hard to fault, I'm experienced in pdf and paper patterns

I found the pattern well labelled, sized accurately and good pictures in instructions. I struggled a little with the method of the zip amongst many layers and therefore took my own method but I would happily buy vft again and value the individual dress detail.

CJ
Cassie J.
Australia
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress ReviewViolette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
06/02/2018

Favourite pattern

Blithe is my all time favourite dress pattern because you can combine it with other patterns (e.g. Marissa) in no time and it looks always special and amazing.

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Natasa M.
Germany
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
06/01/2018

Beautiful and easy sew!

Pattern was very easy to follow and went together quickly. Niece calls it her princess dress! ❤️

HW
Hilary W.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress ReviewViolette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/03/2018

Lovely pattern

Even though it is cotton fabric pattern, I've manage to sew it with knits (jersey). Instructions are easy to understand and really lovely pattern.

JT
Jelena T.
Slovenia
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/02/2018

Unique dress pattern with amazing results!

I LOVED this pattern! I have to admit I had my doubts. I had never installed a zipper before and this dress had so many pattern pieces I wasn't sure I could do it but the directions are so fantastic and the construction is SO good that I was able to have fantastic results all while learning new skills! Overalll a really fantastic pattern for a really fantastic company!

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Taylor R.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/02/2018

This isn’t my favorite

I really DO love VFT!! I own more of your patterns than I should admit and eagerly anticipate the new ones. However, Blithe wasn’t my favorite sew. I felt it was bulky, somewhat difficult to follow the directions on & I wasn’t thrilled with the outcome. I have been sewing nearly 25 years, so this wasn’t my first try. Sorry, Y’all!, I just wasn’t wowed by miss Blithe. �‍♀️

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Denise Y.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/02/2018

Perfection

This is now my go to dress pattern. It’s easy to understand, seams are gorgeous and finished, it has drama and whimsy in one adorable dress

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Joanne T.
United States
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/02/2018

Blithe dress review

This was a great pattern. Well written, clearly explained. Even though some of the steps were a little tricky they were easy enough to follow and the dress ended up perfect.

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Hayley P.
Australia
Violette Field Threads Blithe Dress Review
04/02/2018

♥️♥️♥️

I just love this pattern! Clear instructions, as always! x

HC
Hayley C.
United Kingdom
08/27/2022

The perfect cinderella dress

The pattern was easy to assemble and the instructions well written. It came up a little small though, and I had to make the size 4 for a little girl who is about to turn 3.

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Melanie H.
United Kingdom
09/03/2020

Tulip sleeves

I made an Abigail dress for a Flower girl dress and wanted a little sleeve but not a puff sleeve. I used this pattern because I love Tulip sleeves for girls that are 7-8 ("and don't want a baby sleeve") It was perfect!

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Lisbeth C.
United States United States
02/02/2020

Blithe

The instructions were great, and I was thrilled with the result!

Sašenka Š.
Croatia Croatia