Emerald Dress for Making Magazine
Update: Emerald is now available as a standalone pattern HERE!
It's always fun to reveal a project that's been in the works behind the scenes for a long time. This week, Making Magazine released its 7th issue, DESERT, a print magazine full of beautiful handmade projects, articles, stunning photography and artwork. The projects include sewing and knitting, among other things, and I'm happy to announce that a brand-new Made by Rae pattern is included in this gorgeous issue!
Emerald Dress / made by rae for MAKING magazine
Introducing...the Emerald Dress!
Emerald Dress / made by rae for MAKING magazine
Designed for woven fabrics and cut on the bias, this dress has a simple silhouette that drapes beautifully. I love how Emerald fits into the DESERT theme. When I designed this dress, I envisioned it with sandals for hot weather or layered with sweaters for cooler nights.
The breezy design, V-shaped neckline, curved hem, and pockets (!!) make it the perfect piece to add to a handmade wardrobe for spring and summer.
Emerald Dress / made by rae for MAKING magazine
This dress is simple and versatile: make it in linen or ikat for a casual summer shift; or try a silk or viscose for summer evenings out on the town.
Sizes run from XXS to 2X, with plenty of ease to accommodate different body shapes and sizes. Try more or less positive ease for different looks.
Visit made-by-rae.com/Emerald for links to the size charts, yardage, and materials. Note: I've included a generous amount of ease in this design (8" of hip ease and 5" of bust ease relative to the body measurements), so the pattern pieces can comfortably fit up to about a 54" hip / 51" bust if you don't mind a little less ease.
Emerald Dress / made by rae for MAKING magazine
Emerald Dress / made by rae for MAKING magazine
At this time, Emerald is only available through purchase of the print DESERT issue or subscription to Making magazine; the print-at-home PDF pattern pieces are available with the issue via a download link.
While I do plan to make Emerald available eventually as a PDF pattern -- Making generously allows their artists to sell standalone patterns from the issues after their contract period is up -- please know that while this might be as early as this fall, we do not have a concrete launch date for this pattern at this time. I completely understand that many of you might not be able to obtain Making in your country or want to purchase a print publication that includes knitting patterns, and I truly appreciate your patience and understanding that we cannot make this available immediately as a PDF (and a big thank you to all of you who have sent me emails asking about this!! I'm so glad you love this pattern!!). We'll be sure to keep you posted once the digital pattern is available on its own.
Here at Made by Rae we believe strongly in the importance of print publication and supporting the work of artists like the ones who create Making and we know you do too. Creating beautiful objects of value that people can hold in their hands is something I want to be a part of, so I am thrilled to be a contributor to this project. I hope you will love this new issue of Making, and Emerald, as much as I do!
You can purchase the DESERT issue of Making or find a local shop that carries it through the Making website.
PS. I love to see your makes online; be sure to tag me so I won't miss them!