Pauline Dress Pattern PDF or A0 Print + PDF
Description
Pauline is a true statement dress; dramatic, romantic and loaded with special details. Create truly distinct looks by mixing and matching sleeves and skirt styles to make the Pauline of your dreams.
View A is a chic, sleeveless sheath with a straight skirt that hits just above the knee. View B features a striking puff sleeve in two lengths and a midi-length tiered skirt. All views feature a unique bodice design that incorporates knife pleats at the waist, a face-framing square neckline and a keyhole opening in the back bodice tied at the nape of the neck. Pauline can be made unlined or fully lined and is closed with an invisible zipper at center back.
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Fabric requirements
Yardage
Sizes 0-20 - 45" / 1.14 m wide
- VIEW A - SLEEVELESS & ABOVE KNEE SKIRT ~ Sizes 0-8 = 2 yd (1.8 m), Sizes 10-14 = 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m)
- VIEW B - PUFF SLEEVES & MIDI-LENGTH SKIRT ~ Sizes 0-8 = 4 yd (3.7 m), Sizes 10-12 = 4.25 yd (3.9 m), Sizes 14-20 = n/a
- LINING - ALL VIEWS, OPTIONAL ~Sizes 0-14 = 1.25 yd (1.15 m), Sizes 16-20 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m)
Sizes 0-20 - 58" / 1.5 m wide
- VIEW A - SLEEVELESS & ABOVE KNEE SKIRT ~ Sizes = 0-8 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m), Sizes 10-20 = 1.75 yd (1.6 m)
- VIEW B - PUFF SLEEVES & MIDI-LENGTH SKIRT ~ Sizes = 0-14 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m), Sizes 16-20 = 3.75 yd (3.4 m)
- LINING - ALL VIEWS, OPTIONAL ~ Sizes = 0-20 = 1 yd (0.9 m)
Sizes 14-32 - 45" / 1.14 m wide
- VIEW A - SLEEVELESS & ABOVE KNEE SKIRT ~ Sizes 14-22 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 24-26 = 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 28-32 = 3.25 yd (3 m)
- VIEW B - PUFF SLEEVES & MIDI-LENGTH SKIRT ~ Sizes 14-16 = 4.75 yd (4.3 m), Sizes 18-32 = n/a
- LINING - ALL VIEWS OPTIONAL ~ Sizes 14-22 = 1.75 yd (1.6 m), Sizes 24-32 = 2 yd (1.85 m)
Sizes 14-32 - 58" / 1.5 m wide
- VIEW A - SLEEVELESS & ABOVE KNEE SKIRT ~ Sizes = 14-18 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 20-28 = 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 30-32 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m)
- VIEW B - PUFF SLEEVES & MIDI-LENGTH SKIRT ~ Sizes = 14-20 = 4 yd (3.7 m), Sizes 22-32 = 4.5 yd (4.1 m)
- LINING - ALL VIEWS, OPTIONAL ~ Sizes 14-22 = 1.25 yd (1.15 m), Sizes 24-32 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m)
Suggested fabric type
- This pattern can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on the desired effect. For a more structured shape, use light to medium weight wovens such as linen, poplin, seersucker, broadcloth, sateen, chambray, or cotton shirtings. For a softer effect, use rayon challis, viscose, tencel, cotton voile or silk.
- Optional lining: choose lightweight fabrics such as viscose, bemberg, silk, lawn, voile or batiste.
Supplies required
- Lightweight fusible interfacing (0.5yd/0.5m for 45" wide interfacing).
- 16-18" (40-45cm) invisible zipper (longer zippers may be used and trimmed to size)
- 1/2 yard x 3/8" wide (.5m x 10mm wide) elastic for View B sleeve cuffs
- Polyester thread in matching colour
- Marking tool
- Point turner
- Optional: bias tape
Video tutorials
View all sewing tutorials, videos and blog posts about this pattern here.
What's included
- Detailed instructions in English and French
- Layered A0 PDF file
- Sizes 0-20: 3 pages
- Sizes 14-32: 4 pages
- Layered A4 PDF file
- Sizes 0-20: 29-61 pages depending on view
- Sizes 14-32: 36-75 pages depending on view
Sewing level
Advanced
Shipping costs
Canada
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USA
Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on Canada Post rates and are subject to change.
- No-tracking option: Standard postage without tracking.
- Tracking / Registered option: If you'd like tracking or registered mail, please upgrade your postage before placing your order. With registered mail, if you're not home at delivery, a notice card will be left and you'll pick up your package at your local post office.
International (all other countries)
We ship worldwide. Contact us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com for a shipping quote.
Multiple-item orders or custom shipping inquiries
Email us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com for an accurate quote.
Processing time
Our products are either made to order (current turnaround: 2–3 weeks) or listed as in stock and ready to ship within 1–3 business days. You'll receive a shipping confirmation once your order has shipped.
Customs & import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. Good Decade is not responsible for delays due to customs.
Returns & exchanges
Good Decade does not accept returns. Exchanges are accepted within 14 days of purchase with a valid receipt, provided the item is in new, unwashed condition with its original tag attached, free of odour and stains.
To initiate an exchange, email us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com. Return shipping is the customer's responsibility. We recommend tracked and insured shipping — lost return packages are not our responsibility.
Final sale items (sale items, custom orders) are not eligible for exchange. No exceptions.
Order cancellations
Cancellations are accepted within 30 minutes of placing your order. After that window, your order is already in processing and cannot be cancelled. Most of our products begin production immediately after an order is placed.
Damaged items
We stand behind our work. If your item arrives damaged or has a workmanship defect, please email gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com with a photo of the packaging and contents within 3 days of receiving your order. We'll make it right.
Please inspect your order immediately upon arrival. Note: because items are hand-cut and sewn, occasional loose threads are normal and not a defect , they simply need to be trimmed.
Shipping address
We ship to the exact address provided at checkout. If your address needs to be updated, your order must be cancelled and re-placed, there are no exceptions. Good Decade is not responsible for packages sent to incorrect or outdated addresses.
If a package is undeliverable due to an incorrect address, we will not reship without an additional shipping payment.
Lost packages
Good Decade is not responsible for packages once they are marked as delivered by the postal carrier. Please check with your neighbours or contact Canada Post / your carrier directly.
Coupon codes
Coupon codes cannot be applied to previous orders, and no price adjustments will be made for past purchases or sale items.
Questions? Contact us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com.
quilts + minky blankets
wash cold, tumble dry on low or lay flat to dry. with laundering, our quilts gain texture and comfiness. do not iron minky items.
crib sheets
wash cold, do not bleach, tumble dry low. cotton items can be ironed on low. to prevent possible suffocation or entanglement, never use crib sheet unless it fits securely on crib mattress.
holiday pajamas
wash cold, do not bleach, tumble dry low or hang to dry. pajamas should fit snug.
swaddle blankets
machine wash cool water using mild, phosphate free detergent to minimize fading. item is not preshrunk. air dry to minimize shrinking.
Shipping costs
Canada
Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on Canada Post priority postage rates and are subject to change.
USA
Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on Canada Post rates and are subject to change.
- No-tracking option: Standard postage without tracking.
- Tracking / Registered option: If you'd like tracking or registered mail, please upgrade your postage before placing your order. With registered mail, if you're not home at delivery, a notice card will be left and you'll pick up your package at your local post office.
International (all other countries)
We ship worldwide. Contact us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com for a shipping quote.
Multiple-item orders or custom shipping inquiries
Email us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com for an accurate quote.
Processing time
Our products are either made to order (current turnaround: 2–3 weeks) or listed as in stock and ready to ship within 1–3 business days. You'll receive a shipping confirmation once your order has shipped.
Customs & import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. Good Decade is not responsible for delays due to customs.
Returns & exchanges
Good Decade does not accept returns. Exchanges are accepted within 14 days of purchase with a valid receipt, provided the item is in new, unwashed condition with its original tag attached, free of odour and stains.
To initiate an exchange, email us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com. Return shipping is the customer's responsibility. We recommend tracked and insured shipping — lost return packages are not our responsibility.
Final sale items (sale items, custom orders) are not eligible for exchange. No exceptions.
Order cancellations
Cancellations are accepted within 30 minutes of placing your order. After that window, your order is already in processing and cannot be cancelled. Most of our products begin production immediately after an order is placed.
Damaged items
We stand behind our work. If your item arrives damaged or has a workmanship defect, please email gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com with a photo of the packaging and contents within 3 days of receiving your order. We'll make it right.
Please inspect your order immediately upon arrival. Note: because items are hand-cut and sewn, occasional loose threads are normal and not a defect , they simply need to be trimmed.
Shipping address
We ship to the exact address provided at checkout. If your address needs to be updated, your order must be cancelled and re-placed, there are no exceptions. Good Decade is not responsible for packages sent to incorrect or outdated addresses.
If a package is undeliverable due to an incorrect address, we will not reship without an additional shipping payment.
Lost packages
Good Decade is not responsible for packages once they are marked as delivered by the postal carrier. Please check with your neighbours or contact Canada Post / your carrier directly.
Coupon codes
Coupon codes cannot be applied to previous orders, and no price adjustments will be made for past purchases or sale items.
Questions? Contact us at gooddecadehomegoods@gmail.com.
quilts + minky blankets
wash cold, tumble dry on low or lay flat to dry. with laundering, our quilts gain texture and comfiness. do not iron minky items.
crib sheets
wash cold, do not bleach, tumble dry low. cotton items can be ironed on low. to prevent possible suffocation or entanglement, never use crib sheet unless it fits securely on crib mattress.
holiday pajamas
wash cold, do not bleach, tumble dry low or hang to dry. pajamas should fit snug.
swaddle blankets
machine wash cool water using mild, phosphate free detergent to minimize fading. item is not preshrunk. air dry to minimize shrinking.