Raven Dress -Digital PDF Sewing Pattern

Raven Dress Sewing Pattern – 15 Sizes (EU 30–58) | Batwing Dress PDF Pattern

Create a bold and dramatic look with the Raven Dress, a distinctive sewing pattern featuring a flowing batwing silhouette and striking scalloped edges. Designed for those who love expressive fashion, this dress combines comfort, movement, and an unconventional aesthetic.

Its relaxed shape, elegant neckline, and distinctive wing-inspired sleeves make it a statement piece for alternative fashion, gothic-inspired outfits, costume styling, or creative everyday wear. The neckline and shoulder openings are finished with binding for a clean, professional result.

✨ Pattern Features

• Flowing, oversized batwing silhouette
• Distinctive scalloped edges inspired by wings
• Sleeves integrated into the main garment
• Clean neckline finished with binding
• Shoulder openings finished with binding
• No closure required
• Comfortable design offering freedom of movement
• 15 sizes included: EU 30–58
• Skill level: Easy
• Estimated sewing time: 2–3 hours

📏 Size Range

This pattern includes 15 sizes, from EU 30 to EU 58, with US sizes 00–26 and UK sizes 2–30. Consult the body measurement chart before selecting your size.

Measurement	Size Range
EU	30–58
US	00–26
UK	2–30

📐 Finished Garment Measurements

The following measurements are taken from the finished garment measurement chart in the pattern instructions. HPS means Highest Point of Shoulder.

Measurement	EU 30	EU 38	EU 48	EU 58
Bust width (cm)	27.3	35.2	45.3	59.7
Dress back length from HPS (cm)	108.4	110.4	112.9	116.4
Waist (cm)	22.6	30.3	40.6	55.7
Dress front length from HPS (cm)	98.4	100.4	102.9	106.4
Sleeve length from HPS (cm)	74.1	75.9	78.1	81.3

Important: The Raven Dress has a loose, flowing shape. Please refer to the full size chart and finished garment measurements in the PDF before cutting your fabric.

🧵 Recommended Fabrics

Choose a fabric that drapes beautifully and suits the flowing shape of the dress. The pattern instructions recommend:

• Crepe
• Viscose
• Poplin

Other fabrics may be suitable depending on their drape, stretch, and weight. For best results, follow the cutting guidance provided in the instructions, especially when working with fabrics that stretch differently across the width and length.

📦 Fabric Requirements

Based on a fabric width of 140 cm (55 inches):

Size Range	Metres	Yards
EU 30–38	3.8 m	4.1 yd
EU 40–48	3.9 m	4.2 yd
EU 50–58	4.1 m	4.4 yd

✂️ Pattern Pieces

• A: Front – cut 1 piece on the fold
• B: Back – cut 1 piece on the fold
• C: Neckline binding – cut 1 piece
• D: Shoulder binding – cut 2 pieces

🪡 Tools and Notions

• Printed Raven Dress PDF sewing pattern
• Main fabric
• Sewing machine
• Suitable sewing machine needles
• Fabric scissors and paper scissors
• Tailor’s chalk or fabric marker
• Pins or sewing clips
• Measuring tape
• Seam ripper
• Point turner and seam creaser
• Serger/overlocker for finishing edges (recommended)

📄 What’s Included

• Digital PDF sewing pattern
• 15 sizes: EU 30–58
• A4 print-at-home format
• US Letter print-at-home format
• A0 large-format printing format
• Layered size options for easier printing
• Illustrated, step-by-step sewing instructions in English
• Printing and pattern assembly instructions

📌 Important Sewing Notes

• Seam allowances: 1 cm (3/8 inch) seam allowances are included in the pattern.
• Printing: Print at 100% / Actual Size and check the test square before assembling the pages.
• Fabric stretch: The instructions include special cutting guidance for batwing styles. Depending on the fabric’s stretch direction, an additional 1 cm may need to be added along the centre front and centre back.
• Edge finishing: A serger is recommended for narrow, clean edges. The instructions also explain that the edges may be left raw when using suitable knit fabric that does not fray.
• Digital product: This is a downloadable sewing pattern, not a finished garment.

🖤 Make Your Own Raven Dress

Unleash your creativity with the Raven Dress sewing pattern. Its dramatic batwing shape and distinctive scalloped silhouette make it an exciting project for sewists looking to create a bold, original garment.

Download your PDF pattern, choose your fabric, and bring your Raven Dress to life!