Boho style dress pattern

Fashion is a capricious lady. She dictates to us how and what to dress. Unfortunately, not all styles are suitable for curvy women. And how can overweight ladies choose a stylish, fashionable and beautiful outfit? The answer is simple: they need to buy dresses in boho style. Or you can sew an original item with your own hands. This is especially true for those who are looking for large dress sizes. We'll tell you how to do this and help you figure out the patterns.

Signs of a boho dress

A distinctive feature of clothing in this direction is a loose cut and the use of natural fabrics. These qualities are especially attractive when creating a summer wardrobe. And given the simplicity of cutting and sewing, even an inexperienced needlewoman can handle making these clothes.
There are several features that directly indicate that a thing belongs to this style:

• practicality combined with ease;
• multilayer;
• extravagant look

Reference! It is believed that only natural materials should be used in this type of clothing, but sometimes a synthetic option is possible. It is used only in conjunction with another product made of natural fabric.

Boho dress for beginners

For unconfident craftswomen, it’s worth choosing a simple variation for the first time. For it you will need to take measurements and select the appropriate material. And also prepare scissors, a sewing machine, pattern paper, and color-matched threads.

Now let’s look at the simple model shown in the photo step by step.

How to make a pattern

The simplest pattern is based on a rectangle. You can make it yourself or make adjustments to the basic version.

Basic drawing

By making adjustments, you can not only change patterns and sizes, but also get a new version of clothing.

• Lengthen and widen the hem lines.
• Add a variation with a sleeve.
• Deepen the neckline and so on.

Important! When creating a pattern, do not forget to add a couple of centimeters for seams and a better fit of the garment.

Step-by-step instruction

For a comfortable process, it is enough to follow the steps sequentially.

• Transfer the pattern pieces onto graph paper and cut them out.
• Cut the fabric according to the finished pattern.
• Connect the back and front pieces in sequence.
• Turn up the hem two centimeters, iron and hem with an invisible seam.
• Using hem tape, decorate the neckline and sleeves.

If you want to decorate the bottom of the dress as it was done in the example in the photo, then cut out a small strip of fabric and trim the edge. Fold it in half and stitch it to the bottom of the product, slightly gathering it with folds.

Boho tunic dress

For this option, the main point is the correct selection of the color of the material. It must meet several criteria.

• Be flexible enough. It is best to use silk, lightweight knitwear or thin cotton.
• Drape the figure beautifully.
• It is desirable that it be a natural material.

This dress can be worn as an independent outfit or combined with various types of trousers: jeans, leggings, leggings. It is noteworthy that the bottom of this item is designed in various variations. It can be traditional, in the form of a diamond or semicircle, or have an asymmetrical shape.

Constructing a pattern

It is best to use special paper (graph paper) to create your own pattern. You need to transfer the basic drawing to it, taking into account the adjustment for your size.

Basic pattern

To make adjustments, take the following measurements.

• Shoulder circumference.
• Length of the product.
• Waist.
• Shoulder height (measured the distance from the beginning of the shoulder to the base of the neck).
• Neck circumference.
• Sleeve length from the outside and inside.
• Shoulder and wrist circumference.

In addition to adjusting the pattern to your measurements, you can make changes to the cut line to create an uneven hem or make the sleeve flare out at the bottom.

Reference! It is at the cutting stage that significant adjustments can be made to the appearance of the clothing.

Operating procedure

Sewing a tunic is an important step that affects the achievement of a quality result. Therefore, it is important to follow the sequence of actions and be extremely careful.

• Using ready-made patterns, cut out the material. Pay special attention to the location of the parts when cutting. Most often, the longitudinal thread of the fabric should go in the same direction on all elements.
• Finish the edges of the pieces using an overlocker or a zigzag stitch.
• Sew shoulder seams.
• Finish the edge of the neckline.
• Sew in the sleeves.
• Sew the side seams.
• Hem the edge of the product.
• Sew buttons and decorative elements.

Russian motifs in boho style

This trend came to our country in the early 2000s. It combined the features of many styles: gypsy, gothic, hippie, as well as elements inherent in the ethnic style. Russian versions of boho include the following features.

• Use for sewing cotton and linen.
• Peasant-style colors (brown, beige, unbleached linen color) or “chintz” coloring. This color was worn mainly by merchants. It looked like small flowers scattered against a bright background.
• Use of folk painting colors: palekh, gzhel, khokhloma.

Reference! Russian designers working in this style prefer to create closed clothing. They don't use deep cuts, ultra mini and so on.

Characteristic signs of Russian boho

In addition to the above, the following features of clothing should also be included among the features inherent specifically to the Russian style.

• Wide application of crocheted lace, while fringe is more typical for the West.
• Pronounced modesty.
• Using natural wood elements as decoration: buttons, beads.
• Application of folk embroidery: ornament, cross-stitch patterns.

Boho dress pattern in Russian variation

Pattern is one of the most important stages for creating clothes. The Russian direction of this style is characterized by several options. The first is the well-known sundress.

Sundress pattern

The second, a Russian-style tunic, was based on a well-known men's shirt.

Tunic pattern

To create a pattern, you just need to take measurements and make the necessary changes to the basic drawing. To do this, follow this sequence.

• Transfer the pattern details onto special paper.
• Add your changes.
• Using sharp scissors, cut out the elements.

Your pattern for cutting fabric is ready.

Description of work

Sewing occurs in the same way as the steps described above. The only exception will be in the finishing of the product.

For decoration you can use the following materials and techniques.

• Cross-stitch. Usually this method is used to decorate the upper part of the tunic, cuffs and the bottom of clothes. For this you can use sewing tape or use a hoop and canvas. Carefully remove the canvas after finishing work.
• Ornament. To decorate the product with an ornament, a fabric patch with a corresponding pattern is used.

Useful tips for sewing a dress in boho style

In conclusion, here are a few tips that will help when sewing a product and will have a beneficial effect on creating a wonderful result.

• If you don't have a tailor's chalk on hand, use a bar of soap to transfer the pattern pieces onto the fabric.
• To baste the details, use the smallest diameter needle and thread in a contrasting color.
• Before opening, wash and iron the material.

I hope this information was useful. Enjoy your creative process and beautiful new things!