digital gallery tunic + dress sewing pattern

digital gallery tunic + dress sewing pattern
Price: $14.95
Brand: Liesl + Co.
Item: OLV-LC015GT-D
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Relaxed-fit pull-on tunic or dress. The tunic features cuffed three-quarter-length sleeves and a one-piece collar. The dress includes in-seam pockets, button-cuff full-length sleeves, and a band collar. Both versions include an inset front placket with a fun pleated detail, an inverted box pleat at back, and a curved shirttail hem that’s slightly longer in back.

 

digital gallery tunic + dress sewing pattern

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    This style is provided as a digital pattern. It may be printed on both home printers (using either 8 1/2" x 11" or A4 paper) and at service bureaus that handle 36" wide or A0 sheets. When you complete your order, you will be provided with a unique code to instantly download the pattern. See our digital product policy for full details.

    Description

    Relaxed-fit pull-on tunic (View A) or dress (View B). The tunic features cuffed three-quarter-length sleeves and a one-piece collar. The dress includes in-seam pockets, button-cuff full-length sleeves, and a band collar. Both versions include an inset front placket with a fun pleated detail, an inverted box pleat at back, and a curved shirttail hem that’s slightly longer in back. Effortless and feminine, this flattering classic-but-contemporary piece can take on many different looks depending on how you style it. And, really, isn’t that the fun part?

    Suggested Fabrics

    Suitable for drapey or lightweight woven fabric such as sateen, double gauze, shirting, voile, lawn, rayon, and silk.

    Notions

    Tunic: Coordinating thread and featherweight fusible interfacing.
    Dress: Coordinating thread, featherweight fusible interfacing, and four 3/8" or 1/2" buttons for sleeve cuff.

    gallery tunic + dress sewing pattern

    Fabric Guide

    size 0 2 4 6 8 10
    View A, 44" Fabric 3 yards 3 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards
    View A, 58" Fabric 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 1/4 yards
    View B, 44" Fabric 3 1/2 yards 3 1/2 yards 3 1/2 yards 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards
    View B, 58" Fabric 2 1/4 yards 2 1/4 yards 2 1/4 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards

     

    size 12 14 16 18 20
    View A, 44" Fabric 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/2 yards 3 1/2 yards
    View A, 58" Fabric 2 1/4 yards 2 1/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards
    View B, 44" Fabric 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards 3 3/4 yards
    View B, 58" Fabric 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards 3 yards

     

    Finished Measurements

    size 0 2 4 6 8 10
    Chest 38" 39" 40" 41" 42" 43"
    View A Length* 29 3/4" 30" 30 1/4" 30 1/2" 30 3/4" 31"
    View B Length* 38 3/4" 39" 39 1/4" 39 1/2" 39 3/4" 40"

     

    size 12 14 16 18 20
    Chest 44 1/2" 46" 47 1/2" 49 1/2" 51 1/2"
    View A Length* 31 1/4" 31 1/2" 31 3/4" 32" 32 1/4"
    View B Length* 40 1/4" 40 1/2" 40 3/4" 41" 41 1/4"

    * Measured from center back.

     

  • English System
    Pattern
    Size    		 Bust
    (in.)    		 Natural Waist
    (in.)    		 Dropped Waist
    (in.) *    		 Hips
    (in.)
    0 32 1/2" 25" 27" 35"
    2 33 1/2" 26" 28" 36"
    4 34 1/2" 27" 29" 37"
    6 35 1/2" 28" 30" 38"
    8 36 1/2" 29" 31" 39"
    10 37 1/2" 30" 32" 40"
    12 39" 31 1/2" 33 1/2" 41 1/2"
    14 40 1/2" 33" 35" 43"
    16 42" 34 1/2" 36 1/2" 44 1/2"
    18 44" 36 1/2" 38 1/2" 46 1/2"
    20 46" 38 1/2" 40 1/2" 48 1/2"

    * Measured 1 1/2" below natural waist

     

    Metric System
    Pattern
    Size    		 Bust
    (cm)    		 Natural Waist
    (cm)    		 Dropped Waist
    (cm) *    		 Hips
    (cm)
    0 83 64 69 89
    2 85 66 71 92
    4 88 69 74 94
    6 90 71 76 97
    8 93 74 79 99
    10 95 76 81 102
    12 99 80 85 106
    14 103 84 89 109
    16 107 88 93 113
    18 112 93 98 118
    20 117 98 103 123

    * Measured 4 cm below natural waist

     

  • Average rating: (4.9 of 5) based on 29 reviews

    Great instructions
    Reviewed by on 04/01/2017
    I have made 2 dresses and one tunic so far using this pattern. I have used chambray and rayon, both styles of collar, inserted the pockets and adjusted the pattern to include darts. The instructions are the best I have used for a clothing sewing pattern! The details like sewing a guide to fold the hem are so practical and helpful and mean that the finishes on each item are perfect. The best thing is that my new clothes look professionally made and I have received lots of compliments about them and enjoyed the awe when I casually say 'I made it'. I will be making more soon!
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    Great Pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/24/2017
    Thank you for making such a great pattern -- this one has really increased my confidence level as a novice sewer. The fit and finishes are so nice, it looks like a higher-end store-buy. I made my first one in a gray shirting fabric, but the size I chose is a little snug around the bust and arms, so I'll go up a size for the next one -- which is laid out and ready to cut in a purple voile. I especially love the length, I'm 5'7" so I usually have to lengthen top patterns but this one is perfect. Only changes I made were 1) left out the pockets and 2) used my rolled hemmer foot on the hem (I thought the curves would cause problems, but they didn't, it came out very clean.) Thanks again & can't wait to buy more of your patterns.
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    Gallery tunic
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/20/2017
    A very successful pattern. I read all the reviews and decided to make a size 14 instead of a 16. It fitted well, but when I make it again I will add a FBA which will improve the fit. I made the tunic and next time will make the dress.
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    On my 5th one!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/17/2017
    I've just begun to sew garments for myself and this is one of my favorite patterns! I have made 4 tunics so far: 1 out of flannel, 2 of voile, and 1 of rayon. I have made both kinds of collars and sleeves. My favorite combination is the cuffed sleeve and one piece collar. I have 2 more fabrics ready to cut for tunic #5 and 6! Very flattering garment!
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    Gallery dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 01/19/2017
    Loved this. Easy to follow instructions and a garment I really love. Will be making more of these for my me made summer wardrobe.
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    Will make this again!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 01/04/2017
    I made the tunic version with long sleeves. The instructions were clear and the project was very enjoyable to sew. The only thing I didn't like was the shape of the mandarin collar--it sort of bumps up at the edges--but it's easy to change the shaping if you wish. The finished garment is quite roomy so I would go smaller if you're not sure which size to show. I've worn my wearable muslin several times already and can't wait to make another in a nicer fabric.
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    Love this pattern!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/26/2016
    This is a very well written pattern and the finished garment fits me perfectly!! I've already made two tunics - one in double gauze and the other in very lightweight cotton from India - and plan to make a million more.
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    Very nice pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/15/2016
    I've made this twice, once in lightweight cotton and once in cotton/Lycra blend. I need to make a hem facing for the Lycra blend as it has a wrong side that shows and it also needs a bit more wright to hang well. Made one versionwith convertible collar and one with just collar band. This will become a TNT pattern for me
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    My new wardrobe staple. I love this pattern!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 09/27/2016
    This is my favorite pattern! I made a wearable muslin first to check whether I needed a full bust adjustment: I am a "C" cup by sewing fitting standards. But because of the loose ease of this style, I did not need it. I now wear that muslin as a pajama top. The pattern comes together very easily. The choice of two collar options is great and the other details like the pleat in front and back and curved hem really make this style something special. I made the tunic in Japanese double gauze and dress in lightweight denim. I will be making more because they are so lovely to sew and wear.
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    Gallery Tunic
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 07/05/2016
    It has been quite awhile since I have done any garment sewing. I think I complicated the process a little by going with mid-weight shirting cotton/poly blend; the fabric will NOT hold a crease so pressing was frustrating. I wanted to try the pattern before purchasing a more expensive double gauze. Despite my questionable choice of fabric my top turned out beautifully! It fits well and looks great on. I will definitely go ahead with the more expensive fabric now that I have my basic white tunic completed. The fit is spot on. The instructions were clear and the tips provided were very helpful. I look forward to trying other patterns for my granddaughter and I.
    Comment by Jimmy Chadwick on 08/15/2016. Lisa: Try a tailor's clapper on the poly-cotton blend. YouTube shows how. I have one sold by Angela Wolf (maple), and easily get a knife-edge press on poly-blend fabric.
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    Excellent purchase
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 05/28/2016
    In the month since I downloaded this pattern I've made two summer dresses and a shirt. The instructions are excellent and I learned some good dressmaking tips from them. I can see myself constructing a whole wardrobe based around this design, varying the skirt and sleeve length and making a straight hem variation.
    5 of 5 customers found this helpful.
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    New wardrobe staple!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 05/04/2016
    Love this pattern! It is very versatile, easy to sew, and complimentary to so many fabrics and prints. Pattern is very well designed with excellent modifications.
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    A pleasure to sew and wear
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 04/20/2016
    Very nice design. I've made other similar tunics that are difficult to get on and off over my head. This one has plenty of room without being oversized. Sleeves are comfortable, too. I used a big graphic print. The pattern is suitable to so many types of fabric.
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    East to get a good result.
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 04/12/2016
    Clear instructions, easy to follow. Sleeves easy to constuct and sit well. Recommended.
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    Best Make Ever
    Reviewed by on 04/08/2016
    Making the Gallery Tunic was, I kid you not, the most pleasurable sewing experience of my life. I think it came down to the instructions, which were so beautifully clear that things which I would normally find daunting (like the placket) came together "like buttah." The finished shirt looks not only as good as RTW, but as good as expensive RTW. Amazing! This pattern will definitely become a TNT for me.
    A fit note: I am 5'3", and long tunics aren't that flattering on me, so I shortened it by 4 inches (taken out at waist level). The front hem hits at low-hip level now, and looks great. Many thanks, Liesl!
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    Really like this pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 04/05/2016
    Lovely pattern, I have worn my gallery tunic several times already. The directions were very clear and helpful.
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    Great fit, comfortable and flattering.
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/26/2016
    Great fit, comfortable and flattering. Used a nice drapey rayon. I made it just as the pattern recommends with no custom changes. The fit was perfect first time out. I thought the placket would be the hardest part but turned out to be exceptionally easy. I can't wait to make many more, this time I will be more creative.
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    Great Pattern!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/01/2016
    Very "On Trend" pattern. The instructions were well written and easy to understand the fit was very good. The fabric I used was a paisley cotton lawn and it is so comfortable. I already have a cotton border print for my next Gallery Tunic. This will definitely be a TNT pattern for me!
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    Excellent pattern, great to personalize too
    Reviewed by on 02/26/2016
    I just made my first tunic as part of the February, 2016 sew-along, and can't wait to sew a few more. The instructions, as always, are top notch. The tunic sews up beautifully without modifications, but is also an awesome starting point for adding your own personal touch with some modifications. I can see this pattern in my sewing rotation for a long time.
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    Great Fit, Comfortable, and Versatile
    Reviewed by on 02/25/2016
    I recently made the Gallery Tunic as part of the sew-along on the blog. Though I have several Oliver + S patterns, this is the first of the Liesl & Co patterns I have tried.

    The directions are clear and helpful, as expected. The fit is great! With a loose-fitting tunic, you could easily end up with a sloppy looking garment. This top has a nice fit in the shoulders and bust and contours in toward the waist and back out at the hips. The result is a really flattering fit and comfortable top.

    I love all of the different options. They make this pattern extremely versatile and definitely something you'll want to use more than once!
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    The Perfect Shirt
    Reviewed by on 02/05/2016
    I made this tunic from a double gauze that's plaid on one side, check on the other. I cut the placket from the "wrong" side for flashes of the check, which also shows a bit on the inside of the lower back.

    This pattern went together beautifully and was amazingly forgiving of the slipperiness and instability of the gauze.

    The collar, as others have noted, is rather big, but in the soft gauze it lies nicely on my collarbones. I've started another one in voile, decreasing the collar by 3/4" and adding two fabric button loops to the placket. It's very pretty and elegant.

    I feel so elegant-hippie in this shirt! It's going to be a big favorite this summer.
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    Happy!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 10/03/2015
    Made three blouses already. One in cotton/silk blend, one in poplin and one in lawn. It's a highly versatile pattern. In different fabrics they all look different. Planning one in brushed cotton (flannel) next. Don't consider it a tunic, but I'm 175 cm. Lengthened the sleeves, as almost always. The collar is to large I found all three times. I just shortened it along the already stitched line as a guide. Placket is easy peasy, great instructions. French seamed the shoulders. No need for an fba although having a (European) D cup. Hem is steeply curved, so ironed and glued first.
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    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 09/28/2015
    The collar on the Gallery tunic/dress is a half-inch wider and two inches longer than on my ready-to-wear shirts with a similar collar. I made the size 6, and I'm 5'2" tall. The width was easy to fix by folding the pattern piece, but I don't see any way to decrease the length. The collar is out of proportion for a petite person. The instructions are detailed and easy to follow.
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    I loved this pattern and the result
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 08/16/2015
    I loved using this pattern, and the resulting tunic shirt I made. I thought the collar with the built in collar stand was very clever. The instructions were really thorough, and I was able to make the pleated placket very easily. I would definitely use another Liesl + Co pattern after this.
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    Great
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 07/31/2015
    Made tunic out of shirting fabric. Great instructions.
    Nice pattern.I have fabric for second tunic!
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    Beautiful pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 07/09/2015
    This pattern could have been made just for me! I made the tunic with some sueded rayon from my stash, and it drapes beautifully and is very flattering to my rectangle shaped body.

    The instructions are comprehensive, so much that they look kind of intimidating. But if you just go along one step at a time, it will lead you to a success. It's beautifully drafted and all the pieces go together perfectly.

    I found one error on the collar piece. One edge is marked Fold, but the fold should actually be on the opposite side of the piece.
    Thanks for the review Debbie. The error you mentioned was indeed found on the first printing. An errata notice for it can be found here.
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    LOVE This Pattern!
    Reviewed by on 06/30/2015
    I love this pattern! I made the dress length in a soft chambray fabric, no collar and with the turned back cuffs. What a workhorse this is in my wardrobe! With a belt I'm currently wearing it with white jeans a LOT. I know I'll be sewing more from this pattern. Great instructions, very clear. Well drafted pattern, comes together beautifully!
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    Perfect summer pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 06/28/2015
    I have made up this pattern as the tunic top in some cotton lawn, and already have the dress version cut out too. It makes a perfect lightweight summer top. The only issue I had was with attaching the collar, which came out too big for the neckline. This was probably a user error while cutting however. Thank you for this great pattern!
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    I can't wait for fall!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 06/24/2015
    I really enjoyed making this pattern. The placket is quite simple and the directions are great so don't let that hold you back if the idea makes you nervous. I HIGHLY recommend avoiding stiffer fabrics with this pattern. Some good quality chambray or linen work well (my dress is made from very soft dot chambray). If you are comfortable sewing lighter weight fabrics, get some nice voile or rayon challis. I am on the tall side and the dress is a great length for me. I will be making the tunic length top soon. I might also make another dress. . . .
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