Description
The Cadence dress and top instant downloadable sewing pdf pattern contains:
- The Cadence dress and top sewing pattern contains pattern pieces for three views: top, knee length dress and maxi dress.
- Five sleeve options: tank, short, 3/4, flare and bishop.
- Two neckline options: scoop and notched scoop.
- Included is a print chart to only print the pages you need for your desired style.
- In addition to the print-at-home file, a large format file for copy shop printing is also included.
- Projector file
- 1 page to customize the fit.
- 2 pages of inspiration photos from pattern testers.
- Cutting guide.
- Marked bust, waist & hip lines to make adjustments a breeze.
- 9 pages of clear step by step black and white illustrations & color photos.
- Links to two videos to help with tricky techniques.
- Optimized for most tablets with links to each part of the pattern. Print only the pattern pieces and use a tablet or computer to read the instructions to save on ink and paper!
- This pattern has the ability to print just desired size(s) and in addition features trimless pattern assembly! Open the PDF in Adobe, select the layer thumbnail on the left hand menu and then select the size(s) to print. See this tutorial for more information.
- Designed for both letter and A4 paper printing.
- Because we value work at home business, feel free to use this pattern in your home sewing businesses.
Trista –
So many options packed into one pattern. This is really the perfect dress pattern.
Glenda (verified owner) –
I loved sewing this pattern up for summer. Let’s face it…sometimes you just crave an easy wearing shift dress out of a lovely woven fabric. I found the sizing to be spot on. I was also impressed with how simple the bust adjustments are to make! This is a classic pattern that I will enjoy sewing over and over again!
Kaye (verified owner) –
I am so pleased with this pattern. I had all but given up wearing dresses, let alone making them for myself, until I tried this pattern. It is simple and yet looks good on. I have made 2 knee length, tank dresses and a tank top, with side splits, with a second tank top cut out and ready to sew. The full bust pattern piece makes such a difference to the fit. Thank you for such great pattern.
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
Love this pattern! I made the maxi dress with elastic waist and it is so comfy and flattering. Thank you Tami for all your great patterns and for having such a great size range. As a plus sized customer, I always know your patterns will fit beautifully, be fun to sew and have great instructions and support.
janefarris1 (verified owner) –
I just made my first tank from this pattern. I loves how it turned out. I’m very impressed with the fit, particularly the bust adjustment. The pattern was very easy to piece together. The instructions were very well organized and explained. The only trouble I had involved the tank facing. The link that demonstrates this is broken but I found a good alternate by “Threads Sewing” https://youtu.be/wlx93fYpFOY. Other than that, I will be making more items from this pattern.
Susan (verified owner) –
I love this pattern! I have made 2 dresses and a top so far. I will be making more, definitely. The directions are well made and it was an easy project. Highly recommend.
lrain1 (verified owner) –
I love this pattern, I made a sleeveless shirt. The pattern went together very well,the instructions were clear. I will make a sleeveless dress next.
Ronna Plank (verified owner) –
This was the first woven top I ever made and it came out beautifully. The darts and facings are well drafted and the instructions are easy to follow. I was intimidated by woven tops, but this pattern built my confidence and I can’t wait to make the dress version for a classy but simple and comfortable summer dress.
Laura (verified owner) –
This is my go to pattern for summer tops and dresses, I absolutely love it and it is so flattering.
Margaret Eames (verified owner) –
Being in the fuller figure team, I have been reluctant to make tops with woven fabric but took the plunge knowing that Love Notions Patterns were more suitable to my build and had been recommended to me. I made a couple of minor adjustment and now have a lovely top ready for Summer …. or before if the opportunity arises.
lindaclbc (verified owner) –
I made this into a beach cover up. Love it. Easy to make and fits great.
Jaye Holland (verified owner) –
I love how this is so flattering for my figure! An easy sew and looking forward to making more!
Leslie Clanin (verified owner) –
I am so excited to make another Cadence dress. I love it!
Alicia Gutierrez (verified owner) –
A perfect staple dress, I made this several times last summer. Many more to come
candis.wright (verified owner) –
I have made this dress in double gauze and cotton lawn (which I underlined) and I love them both. Easy to understand and thorough instructions made this shift a pleasure to sew.
karilynpittman (verified owner) –
Very nice top for the summer. The darts make it fit nicely.
beinnbhreagh (verified owner) –
I just made the Cadence tank top version using cotton eyelet. I am really pleased with the fit and I only had to make one minor adjustment (I moved the bust dart up about 3/4″). The only complaint I have is regarding the facing for the tank version, as it hits just above my bust line and given how thin my fabric is, it’s definitely noticeable. Granted, I did not shorten the facing pattern piece when I moved my bust dart. I think for thinner fabrics, I would actually make the facing longer in order to completely cover the bust and have the tank be at least partially self-lined. I am already planning ways to put my own touch on the top by manipulating the dart!
Lrain (verified owner) –
This is one of my favourite LN patterns, I have made so many and also did a v neck hack and love them sew much, such a nice cool top for the summer…or under a jacket.
Deb M. (verified owner) –
Great investment sewing. Can add details to make it your own. Tried Karina’s special hacks at Lifting Pins and Needles. I learned sewing techniques and ended up special summer blouses. LN patterns are such a pleasure to sew.
Frances Campbell (verified owner) –
Love this pattern, it’s such a flattering cut and the instructions are clear and easy to follow!
Kathryn King (verified owner) –
Flattering, simple pattern that is open to creativity. I’ve made a pleated version for my daughter and another one for myself using the sleeve hacks posted on the blog. Easy to assemble and finish, though I prefer a bias binding to facings.
laurak4035 (verified owner) –
This is my go to woven tank top pattern and is a must have in my summer wardrobe. The fit is spot on and it is so flattering and comfortable.
Deborah Corbett (verified owner) –
Perfect summer dresses. I have made at least 6 and the fit is perfect every time with LN patterns
carolinep1984 (verified owner) –
Love thag i can dress this up or down, made for a shorter friend it worked just as well on her at 5.5” as me at 6”
Gayle Brown (verified owner) –
I love the fact the there are so many options and size adjustments. I have several more patterns that I will be buying.
janelleemsley (verified owner) –
Such an easy sew that looks great too. Fabulous instructions, made it in less than a day from start to finish.
Ann Lesciotto (verified owner) –
Love this pattern! Have made several tops and just finished a dress. Such a comfortable fit. Love Love Notions patterns.
mlgatward (verified owner) –
This is such a versatile pattern. I have made a summer dress, a sleeveless blouse and used the top to make summer pajamas with the Luna Loungewear bottoms.
jennywood206 (verified owner) –
I love this top. I’ve made several to wear to work.
Lori Jessen (verified owner) –
This pattern makes a lovely dress. The maxi length is just right on me.
nancy-0938 (verified owner) –
Love this pattern. I’ve made several tops. The perfect well-fitting staple for your closet. All of mine have been in linen and all I can say is WOW. I even followed Lifting Pins and Needles suggestion to make a flounce across the back and this pattern is perfect for that. I’d say the Cadence is my most loved pattern of all in my collection.
nancy-0938 (verified owner) –
Love this pattern. I’ve made several tops. The perfect well-fitting staple for your closet. All of mine have been in linen and all I can say is WOW. I even followed Lifting Pins and Needles suggestion to make a flounce across the back and this pattern is perfect for that. I’d say the Cadence is my most loved pattern of all in my collection.
Liz Kebbell (verified owner) –
Stylish loose fitting dress, lovely in linen or viscose and easy to add a lining,
ckbutch (verified owner) –
I love this pattern! I’ve made both tops and dresses, both with a v neck as my preference, plus added patch pockets to the dress. It’s a classic pattern, the perfect shift dress and top. I’d been looking for a pattern like this for a long time. Fit is perfect, no adjustments needed.
Maria Martinez (verified owner) –
My favourite pattern so far, have made many tops with my hoarded stash of quilting fabrics
laurak4035 (verified owner) –
Cadence in a light weight summery fabric is hands down the absolute coolest, and therefore most comfortable, item of clothing to wear on crazy hot days. I live in these dresses whenever the temperature gets too hot and seriously would not be without them in our aussie summers.
becksterw (verified owner) –
I like this top pattern. The style and fit is flattering and it’s so easy to sew.
Karen-Lee Schutte (verified owner) –
Brilliant! So many ways to make this, so little time:) I have made the straightforward dress plus every Hack Karina has got on you tube. Love it!
cynthia-6329 (verified owner) –
This is my go to easy sew weekly wear dress. I like the binding in the waist on the outside so that I can add a drawstring. I also make the straight cut and insert at the waist a 2.5cm bias binding ties on the side seams. Just check your apex against the pattern. Also important to work with your upper bust measurements to get a good fit over the bust.
Sally Holmes (verified owner) –
I’ve made 2 shirt length tanks and love how they fit
michellekwallace (verified owner) –
I made the maxi length dress in a lightweight rayon fabric. Very cool and comfortable to wear on hot days and fits me well. Next I want to try the top version. Easy to sew and a great wardrobe staple.
Karen Cott (verified owner) –
I love this pattern! I made two with short sleeves. I used bias tape instead if the neck interfacing. With the seam down the back, it’s very easy to adjust a tad smaller or larger.
Micola Pot (verified owner) –
Cadence has been such a surprise winner for me. I bought it for my mom so I didn’t have to trave off her existing favorite rtw blouse and she loved it! Since then I’ve made myself one as well and really didn’t expect it to be as easy or comfortable to make woven tops. Definitely on my list to make again in 2024
mtngirlpaleo (verified owner) –
Don’t be afraid of woven patterns! This pattern is straight forward and easy to complete. I’m really exited to make more for summer!
Tracy Feldmann (verified owner) –
Only had a chance to make the sleeveless dress so far (both knee & maxi lengths) and it’s very well drafted. A true summer staple pattern.
Tracy Feldmann (verified owner) –
Only had a chance to make the sleeveless dress so far (both knee & maxi lengths) and it’s very well drafted. A true summer staple pattern.
Sue (verified owner) –
Great pattern to use as a top sloper base. So many options included with the pattern. Great instructions. Easy to sew. Highly recommend.
MaryLou Battista (verified owner) –
My first attempt at a woven pattern! I made several muslins to figure out my size and the adjustments I needed to make (lower apex, high round back and possibly forward shoulder). It is a great pattern to work out the fit! now I’m waiting to find fabric with a nice drape to start making tops. Maybe even a dress! Great pattern.
kjelliott1971 (verified owner) –
Made this in a long sleeve top. Wore it to show my mom and she loved it so I gave it to her for Christmas. Looking forward to making another and the dress version as well.
Madelaine Audibert (verified owner) –
I was looking for something casual to sew for our super hot days here in Mautirius. Since I am already madly in love with LOVE NOTIONS patterns and have already made two other patterns the Cadence Top fitted the profile beautifully. I made mine as a sleeveless version and it came together perfectly. I am lucky and don’t need to make any adjustments to the pattern for my size. The pattern comes together so well and it’s really fun to sew and does not take a long time. There are so many options – Thanks for that.
idaho208 (verified owner) –
I love the options this pattern offers. Also by purchasing a little “extra” fabric while your at it you can make a top. Seems like a goid way to “justify” to others your fabric purchases 😉
Betty Hernandez (verified owner) –
This is my first pattern I sewed. I like the ease of making adjustments for dart placement and sizing.
kjelliott1971 (verified owner) –
Made several tops. Great you tube videos to help with construction.
jjhunter8412 (verified owner) –
This pattern is so well done – even as a beginner sewist, I was able to follow the instructions and am very pleased with the finished product. My advice for attaching the facing is to use twice as many pins as you think you need. I unpicked my first attempt but the second time had no problems.
suzieqmac (verified owner) –
I love this pattern. A quick easy make which I have made a few times. I recommend you add this pattern to your spring sale haul. The only adjustments necessary for me were to the darts ( the girls have headed south) and to the length as I am 5’3. Happy sewing!