Inspired by the Dada sketches on the side panel of prototype dress, this high style dress features a center panel that extends all the way to the hem and pleated side panels that give shape and fullness. It would look great in a simple solid, color blocked or patterns.

Unlined, The Dadaïsme Dress has a simple button and loop closure in the back. Whip up one in under 2 hours.

Use poplin or lawn for a warm weather dress or in a wool suiting for cooler temperatures. Sized 12m to 12y.

Sewing Level: Advance Beginner



All of The Eli Monster sewing patterns come with full color photographs to compliment the step by step instructions. Never second guess where you are supposed to sew or place. All pattern pieces are computer drawn; to save paper, cutting dimensions for rectangular pieces is included in leu of drawn out pieces.

Your pattern will be instantly downloadable upon checkout. You will need Adobe Reader to open and read this PDF file and 8.5×11 paper to print out the pattern. No paper copy will be mailed to you.

You may sell items made from this pattern in small batches. Please credit pattern to The Eli Monster. Pattern is copyrighted; do not sell or copy pattern.