The Taika dress is a classic mid-length dress with gathered half-sleeves and a V-neck buttoned closure that goes down the front of the dress. The dress also features slightly curved waist seams and gathers at the bust and centre back.

For sizing, material list, and finished measurements, please refer to the images.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Sizes: 0-24 included; Bust: 29.875" - 52.75", Waist: 23.625" - 46.5"

Recommended Fabrics: Light or medium weight non-stretch shirting fabric. Depending on your desired end result, you can use a fabric with more or less drape, such as rayon or Tencel; or lightweight cotton or linen shirting.

Fabric Requirements:

Sizes 0-2, 45" wide = 3.25 yards
Size 4, 45" wide = 2.375 yards
Size 6, 45" wide = 3.625 yards
Size 8, 45" wide = 3.875 yards
Size 10, 45" wide = 4.125 yards
Size 12, 45" wide = 4.375 yards
Size 14, 45" wide = 4.625 yards
Sizes 16-18, 45" wide = 4.75 yards
Sizes 20-22, 45" wide = 4.875 yards
Size 24, 45" wide = 5 yards

Size 0, 60" wide = 2.875 yards
Sizes 2-6, 60" wide = 2.75 yards
Size 8, 60" wide = 2.875 yards
Size 10, 60" wide = 3 yards
Sizes 12-22, 60" wide = 3.25 yards
Size 24, 60" wide = 3.5 yards

Origin: Designed in Finland, Manufactured in Poland