{"id":74740,"date":"2020-04-06T07:14:34","date_gmt":"2020-04-06T11:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/?p=74740"},"modified":"2020-04-06T06:36:37","modified_gmt":"2020-04-06T10:36:37","slug":"introducing-the-belgravia-knit-dress-sewing-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/blog\/2020\/04\/introducing-the-belgravia-knit-dress-sewing-pattern.html","title":{"rendered":"introducing the belgravia knit dress sewing pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today&#8217;s the day I get to show you the second of our new spring patterns. Introducing the <a href=\"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/shop\/digital-belgravia-knit-dress-sewing-pattern.html\">Belgravia Knit Dress<\/a>. And I&#8217;m happy to announce that this one is available in our two women&#8217;s size ranges: 0-20 and 16-30!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74741\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web-760x950.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"950\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web-760x950.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web-500x625.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web-768x960.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/LC033BD-Front-web-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m more excited about this dress than I&#8217;ve been in a while. It turned out exactly how I hoped, and it&#8217;s so wearable! The dress is a pull-on style with a V-neck and a center-front seam, plus two built-in ties to cinch up the waist and create the cool pleated wrap effect. I also included a little front slit at the hem, just for the fun of it, but you can eliminate that detail if you prefer.<\/p>\n<p>View A includes short cap sleeves and short ties that cross and tie in the front. View B has long sleeves and longer ties that wrap all the way around the waist before tying in front. And since we couldn&#8217;t get our models in for a photo shoot I put on both dressed and modeled them for you again.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex-video youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Introducing the Liesl + Co. Belgravia Knit Dress\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NChrWCKfQoY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>I&#8217;ve noticed quite a few of you saying that you&#8217;re still afraid of knits. This dress is designed to help you get over that fear because it can be sewn completely with a regular sewing machine and a straight stitch. In fact, it&#8217;s better if you don&#8217;t use a serger for this one. (You can still finish some of the seam allowances with a serger if you really, really want.)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74748\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-760x1140.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1140\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-760x1140.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-500x750.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-768x1152.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto006-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the fit is really easy for this one! It&#8217;s quite accommodating for a wide variety of bust sizes because of the pleat that forms the ties. So you probably won&#8217;t need to make any adjustments there, and the pattern includes a lengthen\/shorten line at the bodice in case you need more or less length in the bodice. I also included both a center-front and center-back seam plus the waist seam to make it easier for you to fit to your own body. And this cut is so flattering for a variety of body shapes. The pleats give the illusion of a waist even if you don&#8217;t think your body has a very defined waist. I think you might be surprised at how much you like this style! (Plus, it can hold you in a bit if you want a little help through the middle area.)<\/p>\n<p>And, as I mentioned above, this pattern is available in our expanded size range up to size 30! I can hardly wait until our quarantine is over and we can have our models come in for photos because it looked really stunning on Pamela during her fittings. You&#8217;re going to love it.<\/p>\n<p>This is a quick pattern to sew, and it&#8217;s really, really comfortable to wear. I think it might even qualify as secret pajamas, believe it or not. One of these days I&#8217;ll do a blog post to show you how to convert the skirt to an A-line because it&#8217;s really easy and will give a completely different look to the dress.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74745\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-760x1140.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1140\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-760x1140.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-500x750.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-768x1152.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto003-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74744\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-760x1160.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1160\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-760x1160.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-500x763.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-768x1172.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-1007x1536.jpg 1007w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto002-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74743\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-760x1141.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1141\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-760x1141.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-500x750.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-768x1153.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto001-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74746\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-760x1140.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1140\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-760x1140.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-500x750.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-768x1152.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto004-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-74747\" src=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-760x1140.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"760\" height=\"1140\" srcset=\"\/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-760x1140.jpg 760w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-500x750.jpg 500w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-768x1152.jpg 768w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, \/\/o.osimg.net\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Spring2020WebPhoto005-1200x649.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tomorrow I&#8217;ll be back with some fabric and styling ideas for you. In the meantime, you can purchase the <a href=\"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/shop\/digital-belgravia-knit-dress-sewing-pattern.html\">Belgravia Knit Dress pattern right here<\/a> in PDF format.<\/p>\n<p>Like with our also recently released <a href=\"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/shop\/digital-montauk-trousers-sewing-pattern.html\">Montauk Trousers<\/a>, we aren&#8217;t able to offer paper patterns right now due to the situation with the coronavirus.\u00a0 We aren&#8217;t sure when we may be able to, so if you like this style but usually use paper patterns, this might be a good time to try a PDF. They&#8217;re easy to use and they include an option to print on regular paper at home or send a full-sized sheet to your local print shop.<\/p>\n<p>After you make your dress, be sure to tag us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/belgraviadress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#belgraviadress<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/lieslandco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#lieslandco<\/a> in your photos on Instagram. I can&#8217;t wait to see how this one looks on you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introducing the second of our three new patterns for Spring 2020. This is the Belgravia Knit Dress. And it&#8217;s Liesl&#8217;s favorite design in quite some time!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":74749,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[20687],"tags":[20823],"class_list":["post-74740","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general","tag-belgravia-dress"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/belgravia-feature.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p5jZS5-jru","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":75142,"url":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/blog\/2020\/05\/camelias-belgravia-dress.html","url_meta":{"origin":74740,"position":0},"title":"camelia&#8217;s belgravia dress","author":"Masha Richart","date":"May 6, 2020","format":false,"excerpt":"Camelia is here from the Advisors Circle to show off her new Belgravia Knit Dress in a gorgeous floral print.","rel":"","context":"In &quot;general post&quot;","block_context":{"text":"general post","link":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/list\/general"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/camelia-hero.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":74994,"url":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/blog\/2020\/04\/sew-tell-elisabeths-belgravia-knit-dress.html","url_meta":{"origin":74740,"position":1},"title":"sew + tell: elisabeth&#8217;s belgravia knit dress","author":"Masha Richart","date":"April 22, 2020","format":false,"excerpt":"Elisabeth is here from the Advisors Circle to show off her version of the new Belgravia Knit Dress pattern, which she modified to a stylish midi length.","rel":"","context":"In &quot;general post&quot;","block_context":{"text":"general post","link":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/list\/general"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Elisabeth-belgravia-hero.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":74906,"url":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/blog\/2020\/04\/testers-versions-of-the-belgravia-knit-dress.html","url_meta":{"origin":74740,"position":2},"title":"testers&#8217; versions of the belgravia knit dress","author":"Liesl Gibson","date":"April 8, 2020","format":false,"excerpt":"We've rounded up some photos from our testers' Belgravia Knit Dresses so you can see this new pattern on different bodies and in different fabrics.","rel":"","context":"In &quot;general post&quot;","block_context":{"text":"general post","link":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/list\/general"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/oliverands.com\/community\/content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/belgravia-testers.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":79709,"url":"https:\/\/oliverands.com\/community\/blog\/2022\/08\/belgravia-knit-dress-bento-tee-mash-up.html","url_meta":{"origin":74740,"position":3},"title":"belgravia knit dress + bento tee mash-up","author":"Lyndsey Stanfill","date":"August 31, 2022","format":false,"excerpt":"Melanie, a member of the Advisors' Circle, is sharing a mash-up of two of her favorite patterns. 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