Closet Core Charlie Caftan Paper Sewing Pattern

The Charlie Caftan sewing pattern from Closet Core Patterns. Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. Charlie is a fresh take on this warm weather staple.

All versions feature a deep V neckline, short dolman sleeves, inset centre panel and roomy pockets. View A is modern and architectural with striking pleats beneath the bust. For a softer, more romantic dress, Views B and C feature a gently gathered bodice with an optional waist tie for a figure-skimming silhouette in two skirt lengths. You may also choose between a dramatically wide sleeve or one slightly higher cut for more coverage.

Suggested fabrics: Light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, tencel, silk, chiffon, rayon challis, crepe de chine, batiste and voile.

Fabric requirements:

45" (1.14 m) wide fabric: View A: Sizes 0-6 = 2.25 yd (2 m) / Sizes 8-14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m) / Sizes 16-20 = 3 yd (2.75 m) // View B: Sizes 0-6 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m) / Sizes 8-14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m) / Sizes 16-20 = 3 yd (2.75 m) // View C: Sizes 0-6 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m) / Sizes 8-14 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m) / Sizes 16-20 = 4 yd (3.75 m).

58" (1.5 m) wide fabric: View A: Sizes 0-8 = 1.75 yd (1.6 m) / Sizes 10-14 = 2 yd (1.85 m) / Sizes 16-20 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m) // View B: Sizes 0-8 = 2.25 yd (2 m) / Sizes 10-20 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m) // View C: Sizes 0-6 = 3.25 yd (3 m) / Sizes 8-20 = 3.5 yd (3.2 m).

Sizing: 0 – 20 (approx. UK 6 – 20). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

This size range is based on a B cup bust and an average height of 5’6″. Please note that B cup does not refer to bra sizing, but rather to the difference in inches between high and full bust. A 2″ difference between those measurements is equivalent to a B cup.

Notions: Lightweight fusible interfacing.