Siena also comes with the option to make it as a top and a skirt, perfect for pairing with your other Summer Dreaming makes! The full skirt features roomy patch pockets, perfect for your sunnies. Your choice of skinny rouleaux or wider straps can be adjusted to fit with sliders, meaning no slipping off your shoulders. The bodice is shaped with princess seams at the front, and a fun shirred panel at the back – making fitting that little bit easier. Siena Dress, Top & Skirt The Siena Dress is the ultimate button-up sundress, with a fitted bodice with sweetheart neckline, shoulder straps, and a floaty gathered skirt. If you prefer separates, Porto can be made as summer trousers with an on-the-waist waistband and super comfy fit. The short sleeves are folded up and held in place with tabs, and the full collar and collar stand give a lovely finish to the neckline. If you’re a pocket lover, Porto is right up your street, with patch pockets on the bodice, and in-seam pockets in the trousers.

The bodice buttons to the waist make the Porto Jumpsuit easy to pull on and get going. An outfit-in-one, the loose-fitting bodice and trousers ensure you stay comfortable in the sun’s rays, whilst the elasticated channel shows off your waist without feeling restrictive. Porto Jumpsuit & Trousers Casual, cool and incredibly easy to wear, the Porto Jumpsuit is a holiday essential. Whether you wear yours out to dinner or for lounging by the pool, Ravello is sure to keep you stylish but comfy! The raw edges of the neckline and hem are neatly finished with bias binding. Ravello wraps across the front bodice, and features comfortable grown-on sleeves with cuffs, ties at the waist, and a gently curved hem.

Ravello Dress & Top As easy to wear as it is to sew, Ravello is a wrap dress and top with four variations! Choose from maxi or knee-length for the dress and hip-height or waisted for the top. Go high drama with a sassy ruffle frill around the hem, or keep it simple and classic – great for when you want your fabric to do the talking! Style your Alba Skirt with wedges and the Siena or Ravello Tops, and you’ve got a summer look sorted! Fastening at the waist with ties, there are no tricky closures to contend with. The Alba Skirt is a fun-to-sew wrap skirt that sits on the waist, and features a high-low hem look. Our capsule wardrobe summer sewing pattern collection.

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