hide-and-seek dress + tunic sewing pattern

hide-and-seek dress + tunic sewing pattern
Price: $16.95
Brand: Oliver + S
Item: OLV-OS045HS
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This relaxed-fit dress and tunic pattern features a front and back yoke, V-notch neckline, and back button closure. The dress has easy-to-sew welt pockets and cuffed, three-quarter-length sleeves, while the tunic has hemmed short sleeves. The yoke on this pattern can highlight a favorite print or fabric, and the number of included sleeve styles and hem lengths offer a variety of design options.

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hide-and-seek dress + tunic sewing pattern

  • This relaxed-fit dress and tunic pattern features a front and back yoke, V-notch neckline, and back button closure. The dress has easy-to-sew welt pockets and cuffed, three-quarter-length sleeves, while the tunic has hemmed short sleeves. The yoke on this pattern can highlight a favorite print or fabric, and the number of included sleeve styles and hem lengths offer a variety of design options.

    Skills Used

    Each of our patterns calls on a unique set of sewing skills. Haven't ever done one of these things before? Don't worry. We'll walk you through it, step by step.

    After successfully sewing this pattern, you will have developed the following skills: pockets, sleeves, buttonholes, gathering.

    Suggested Fabrics

    Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics like quilting cotton, broadcloth, lawn, poplin, shirting, voile, linen, fine-wale corduroy, and silk shantung.

    Notions

    Coordinating thread, 1/2" buttons (three for sizes 6M-6; four for sizes 8-12), lightweight fusible interfacing.

    hide-and-seek dress + tunic sewing pattern

    Fabric Guide (fabric width: 44"-45")

    SIZE 6-12 M 12-18 M 18-24 M 2T 3T 4
    View A, Fabric A 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 3/4 yards 1 3/4 yards
    View A, Fabric B* 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard
    View B, Fabric A 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 yard 1 1/4 yards
    View B, Fabric B* 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard

    SIZE 5 6 7 8 10 12
    View A, Fabric A 1 3/4 yards 2 yards 2 1/4 yards 2 1/4 yards 2 1/2 yards 2 1/2 yards
    View A, Fabric B* 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard
    View B, Fabric A 1 1/4 yards 1 1/4 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 1/2 yards 1 3/4 yards
    View B, Fabric B* 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard 1/2 yard

    * Front and back yoke



    Finished Measurements

    SIZE 6-12 M 12-18 M 18-24 M 2T 3T 4
    Chest 20" 21" 22" 23" 24" 25"
    Dress Length* 17 1/2" 18 1/2" 19 1/2" 20 1/2" 21 1/2" 22 3/4"
    Blouse Length* 11 1/4" 12" 12 3/4" 13 1/2" 14 1/2" 15"

    SIZE 5 6 7 8 10 12
    Chest 26" 27" 28" 29" 30" 31"
    Dress Length* 24 1/4" 25 3/4" 27 1/4" 28 3/4" 30 1/2" 32 1/2"
    Blouse Length* 15 3/4" 16 1/2" 17 1/4" 18" 18 3/4" 19 1/2"

    * Measured from shoulder at neck

     

  • English System
    Size Chest
    (in)    		 Waist
    (in)    		 Hip
    (in)    		 Height
    (in)    		 Weight
    (lbs)
    6-12M 19 19 ½ 19 ½ 27-29 17-22
    12-18M 19 ¾ 20 ½ 20 ½ 29-31 22-27
    18-24M 20 ½ 21 21 31-33 27-30
    2T 21 21 22 33-36 30-33
    3T 21 ½ 21 23 36-39 33-36
    4 22 ½ 21 ½ 24 39-42 36-39
    5 23 ½ 22 25 ½ 42-45 39-44
    6 24 ½ 22 ½ 26 ½ 45-49 45-55
    7 25 ½ 23 27 ½ 49-52 56-64
    8 26 ½ 23 ½ 28 ½ 52-54 65-72
    10 28 24 30 54-56 73-77
    12 29 25 31 ½ 56-58 78-82

     

    Metric System
    Size Chest
    (cm)    		 Waist
    (cm)    		 Hip
    (cm)    		 Height
    (cm)    		 Weight
    (kg)
    6-12M 48 50 50 69-74 8-10
    12-18M 50 52 51 74-79 10-12
    18-24M 52 53 56 79-84 12-14
    2T 53 53 56 84-91 14-15
    3T 55 53 58 91-99 15-16
    4 57 55 61 99-107 16-18
    5 60 56 65 107-114 18-20
    6 62 57 67 114-124 20-25
    7 65 58 70 124-132 25-29
    8 67 60 72 132-137 29-33
    10 71 61 76 137-142 33-35
    12 74 64 80 142-147 35-37

     

  • Average rating: (4.8 of 5) based on 38 reviews

    Surprise Like
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/03/2020
    I was not planning to get this dress, my daughter was not crazy about the sleeves in particular. Then I saw someone make a tunic version in a linen-rayon blend with beautiful drape and had to try it. My daughter loves it, so comfortable and the welt pockets are the best. My first time doing welt pockets and the instructions are thorough.
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    As always, a joy to sew and give!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/19/2019
    I have made quite a few different Oliver + S patterns and I am always pleased with the results and the excellent pattern instructions. The Hide and Seek Dress and Tunic was no exception to this rule. I was pleasantly surprised by the interesting design and how easily it went together. I made it dress length and added the in seam pockets with the welts. I also added some topstitching to the side/front and back seams and was pleased with the effect. I used a very light, soft denim for the main dress and a cotton novelty print for the bodice, pocket welts and sleeve cuffs. I have not had time to make another but the fabric and pattern is sitting on my table waiting for a bit of time! Thank you.
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    Hide and Seek Dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 10/13/2018
    This was my first Hide and Seek Dress. I made dress length, short sleeves, pockets with welts. I'll use this pattern again after I see how it fits my granddaughter (Long distance sewing!). The instructions are clear. I don't love tracing the patterns, but the end result was good.
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    Hide and Seek
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 10/13/2018
    Loved the instructions with this pattern. Very nicely done. My only wish is that I didn’t have to trace patterns every time I buy a new one. I have four granddaughters and seems like I do a lot of tracing. I will make this again!
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    Great pattern, runs a little big
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 09/05/2018
    I love this pattern! The construction makes for a professionally finished garment and I love the style of it. I purchased it last month and have made over a dozen so far. While the style is simple, it is also very versatile and easy to customize. The sizing in my opinion is very generous. The smaller baby sizes seem to run big compared to some of my other patterns.
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    Perfect First Day Dress!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 08/22/2018
    My daughter chose this pattern for her first day of first grade dress and it was my first time sewing it. It went together so easily, the welt pockets and yoke are perfect for a little fun detail (while staying in the dress code!) and the fit is perfect--loose and comfy for a long day of learning but enough shape to be cute and flattering. I found the sizing true to size and the directions were very clear and easy to follow. I can envision a lot of other opportunities to be creative with this pattern and it's my favorite school dress I've sewn yet--unique but classic--and she got a ton of compliments on it. Can't wait to sew another one!
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    Baby dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 04/27/2018
    For my coming grandchild, I wanted to use a fabric their parents had brought me from Tokyo, but there wasn't enough for an outfit. This pattern was the perfect answer! It's fun to make and the directions are clear. This is the perfect showcase for those stunning bits of fabric in your stash.
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    such fun to sew and to wear
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/26/2018
    I finished this dress for my littlest girl this weekend. It was such fun to sew. I loved how the directions prompt you to finish as you go, so that by the time I got to the side seams, it was almost ready to wear. Very sophisticated fit, too - eager to get started on another!
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    Hide and Seek Dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 01/17/2018
    This was the first time I had used one of your patterns. The directions were clear and I loved the finished product, as does the little girl who received it for her birthday!
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    Excellent!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 01/14/2018
    This is the first Oliver + S pattern I've used, and it was great. The instructions were clear and I felt confident as I went through the process. I really took my time to do every single step thoroughly and I was really impressed with the outcome. My daughter loves this dress and I am so proud of what I achieved. I will definitely be making more!
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    hide and seek dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 01/02/2018
    Best, cutest dress ever! Easy to follow directions! Easy to order! I will make this again and again!
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    Lovely pattern, easy to follow, great results
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/30/2017
    This is my first oliver + s pattern, and I am so pleased I bought it, and pleased with the result. I made the tunic length, with the welt pockets, and cuffed sleeves, in white broderie anglaise, with the front and back yoke, sleeve cuffs, pockets and band around hem in a red and white Scandinavian style pattern. We will be spending Christmas with our 3 y o granddaughter from Denmark, so I thought this would be appropriate. I'm sure I will make more dresses with this pattern.
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    Perfect
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/22/2017
    Pattern was clear and easy to use, I'll definitely use O+S patterns again!
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    Love it
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 10/10/2017
    This pattern went together like a dream and turned out just adorable! Love it.
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    Wonderful, wonderful pattern!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 09/11/2017
    I say this everytime I sew a different Oliver S pattern: why did I wait so long? Goes together beautifully, can be made casual or more formal, tons of different options for customization. Instructions and fit are spot on. Love it!
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    Cute top
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 08/09/2017
    My granddaughter enjoys comfortable, easy to wear clothing. I enjoy stitching them together! The tunic went together easily and will be ready to head to pre-school in fall over capris or leggings. Thanks
    1 of 1 customers found this helpful.
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    Easy sew
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 04/10/2017
    I made a top for my grandaughter. Directions were great and easy to follow and the fit was spot on especially if you go by measurement chart.
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    A pleasure to sew
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/22/2016
    This is my first Oliver + S pattern and I made the short sleeve tunic for a 10 year old girl this weekend. I found the pattern and instructions very straightforward and simple to use. I'm looking forward to making this again soon!
    1 of 1 customers found this helpful.
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    Hide and Seek dress
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 07/05/2016
    Good instructions, but I made the inside of the yoke more finished. I like the short sleeved version, but the cuffed sleeve falls at an awkward place on the arm. LOVE the pockets.
    3 of 3 customers found this helpful.
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    Was expecting more
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 06/14/2016
    Having read the glowing reviews, my expectations were high....instructions were okay. Felt the design could have gone one step further and made the bodice lining more finished so the seams were hidden inside the facing. Overall, felt the style was was just okay. Bought a second pattern which has yet to be down-loaded. Will see how that one goes. Not sure I would purchase this pattern if I had to do it over again.
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    I love this verstaile pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 06/05/2016
    I am a grandmother who made clothing for my 3 children and am now having fun sewing for my 3yr old granddaughter who lives overseas. Not being able to measure her up in person, I made a size 3T based on the size guide and finished measurements, and it fitted her perfectly. I will go up to size 4 for the next one. This pattern was a delight to make up, the instructions were clear and easy to follow, and everything went together perfectly, even the welt pockets, and the sleeves were a breeze to fit. The difficult thing was choosing what fabric combination to use, with so many creative options (I had searched the internet for inspiration from images posted by other dressmakers!) I love this pattern and my granddaughter loves her dress. Thank you.
    3 of 3 customers found this helpful.
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    My favorite pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 03/15/2016
    I just love this pattern! I am a home taught seamstress and love to sew things that are quick and simple for my kids. This one fits that criteria, plus it is so fun to personalize. I made one with knit & added Pom Poms! Would highly recommend this pattern to anyone.
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    Success for Grandma!
    Reviewed by on 03/02/2016
    I am a self taught home sewer,sewing for my girls thirty years ago and now sewing for my sweet granddaughter. This was my first O&S pattern and it came out great. Easy directions, and even an online tutorial to help! Couldn't be more pleased with the result and my daughter said she liked it better than any other dress I have sewed for her and I have made quite a few.
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    A favourite in our house!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 12/24/2015
    I love how quickly this dress comes together. As always the instructions are clear and concise. The real fun in making this dress/top is picking out your fabric! It provides such a wonderful opportunity to highlight a special fabric. My two girls love it when they peek into the pockets to find "secret, fancy pockets."

    I've just recently purchased the next size up. I didn't want to ponder sewing projects in 2016 without planning out a new Hide-and-seek.
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    Fun pattern
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/19/2015
    As always Oliver +S comes through with a winner. Plenty of room to get a little creative and a little crazy with the top/dress. And you can make it fun, cool, exotic, dressy or casual. I have made it fun and not too girly girl as that is how my grand daughter prefers it. But I can Also see it in a soft Liberty of London print with ribbons and looking very feminine.
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    Perfect top/dress for leggings
    Reviewed by on 11/08/2015
    This is a gorgeous pattern and goes together really well. The fit is loose but perfect for play so my daughter is very happy to wear it! I did make an alteration to change the button position from the back to the front so my daughter can do it up herself, but this was just my preference. I highly recommend this pattern!
    1 of 1 customers found this helpful.
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    Great!
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 11/06/2015
    I have used this pattern to make a dress for my little girl. It turned out superb! The pattern is very easy to follow even for a beginner like myself! Thank you Oliver & S
    1 of 1 customers found this helpful.
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    It's all about the details
    Reviewed by on 08/27/2015
    At first glance this pattern didn't appeal to me when published. However, when it started appearing on numerous blogs, I took another look. Gail's (Probably Actually) lovely rendition caught my eye so much I mimicked her fabric choices!
    Like all Oliver and S patterns, the directions are easy to follow. This pattern can highlight a special fabric in a unique way and the welt pockets add another great feature to a simply styled dress.
    I'll be making this one again!
    2 of 2 customers found this helpful.
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    Hide and Seek Dress
    Reviewed by on 07/11/2015
    I have made this in size 4 and am about to make it again in a beautiful Liberty Lawn called "Going to the Zoo" as Aurelia is crazy about animals. I have also made the Seashore Sundress, Carousel Dress and After School Shirt and Pants.
    A joy to make - the patterns are great.
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    LOVE ist !
    Reviewed by (Verified Buyer) on 06/16/2015
    Hello !
    I like the e-book very and I would like once again to thank for the beautiful patterns here I have more examples for you:
    http://lila-lotta.blogspot.de/2015/06/maribell-jersey-cyan-hide-and-seek.html

    https://instagram.com/p/3so8LcKzME/?taken-by=lilalotta

    Greetings Sandra
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    Stylish frock
    Reviewed by on 05/14/2015
    I used this pattern for my daughter's school summer dress and will use it again. She looks so chic in it. There are a lot of seams so it took me a while but it was worth it. The dress seems a little short to me even though my daughter matches the height given for her size so I'll add a couple of inches next time. It would be great if you could give amounts in metric for your European customers.
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    Hide and Seek Dress
    Reviewed by on 05/01/2015
    The dress was easy to sew and the directions were very helpful. The only problem I had was with the top stitching between the yoke and top of the welt. There is about an inch where the seam allowance does not go under the top line of top stitching (no support for the stitches). I re-sewed the top stitching 3 or 4 times and it is still not perfect. Perhaps I did not understand the instructions (?) The dress is lovely otherwise. Stars should by 4 1/2
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    Fun and easy
    Reviewed by on 04/27/2015
    Hide and Seek offers so many fun design possibilities. I made it for my three year old friend and intend to make one each for my granddaughters, age 7 months and 8 years. It is a flattering and comfy little dress.
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    Lovely dress!
    Reviewed by on 03/08/2015
    Thank you for this beautiful pattern, which I made in size 6 using view A but with the shorter sleeves. So sweet!
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    Hide and seek dress and tunic
    Reviewed by on 01/18/2015
    I recently made the hide and seek dress. I made it in two different sizes . It was easy to follow it turned out so cute. The only suggestion I have is that the picture shows a fringe on the sample and the pattern doesn't make any mention of that . If you want to add that you just have to remember to add it yourself. It's a classy and sweet dress.
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    Hide and Seek Tunic
    Reviewed by on 01/02/2015
    This pattern has great shape and beautiful lines. I have just finished the tunic and it was a very quick and easy sew. I can't wait to make it as a dress for autumn!
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    Very satisfying to sew.
    Reviewed by on 12/29/2014
    Despite the welt pockets, this tunic (I haven't yet made it in dress length) is a quick sew -- I think I made three in the first week that I got it. The pockets are a big hit with my 5yo girl, plenty roomy for treasures. The fit is roomy and very comfortable while the yoke, which uses very little fabric, is a perfect spot for featuring something done by hand or something precious of which you have only a bit. You could get a lot of looks from this depending on the trim and fabric and buttons you chose, from very casual to quite elegant. One version I made has people ask me if I bought it at Anthropologie nearly every time she wears it.
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    Edgestitching makes everything look nicer
    Reviewed by on 11/07/2014
    I bought this pattern to make a black witch dress for my daughter to be Kiki from Kiki's Delivery Service for Halloween. I used the long sleeves without cuffs and didn't use a contrast fabric. The shape of the dress is perfect for the character, and adorable on my daughter. She is wearing 4T and 5 size clothes (100s in Hanna Andersson) and I made her the size 5 dress for an oversized look. The instructions were well written. I recommend printing them 2 to a page to save paper, the font is still readable. There were lots of details to make a nice piece of clothing and not just a quick sewing project that looks homemade. I'm searching through fabric.com to find the right fabrics to make more of these dresses.
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