Bella is a mini-me kids summer dress based on the adult pattern Cassie dress. A t-shirt style bodice attached to gathered skirt layers gives a full, flowy effect for little girls. Chuck on some sandals and you're ready for the beach or a trip to the park. The children's dress can also be made with tie straps for a more traditional summery sundress feel. Or you can always team the t-shirt version with a cardigan and leggings for the colder months. This pattern is suitable for beginners – it features no darts or closures making it super quick!

The Bella pattern comes in ages 3 to 12.

Finished garment measurements:
Chest and Length (shoulder to hem)
3 - 58.2cm, 54.7cm
4 - 60.4cm, 57.9cm
5 - 62.4cm, 61.1cm
6 - 64.4cm, 64.3cm
7 - 66.4cm, 67.5cm
8 - 69.4cm, 72.3cm
9 - 72.4cm, 77.1cm
10 - 74.4cm, 82cm
11 - 78.2cm, 86.8cm
12 - 81.6cm, 91.6cm

Fabric requirements (112cm or 150cm wide):
Tie-strap bodice or T-shirt bodice
3 - 1.6m, 1.35m
4 - 1.65m, 1.4m
5 - 1.7m, 1.45m
6 - 1.8m, 1.5m
7 - 1.9m, 1.55m
8 - 2m, 1.65m
9 - 2.1m, 1.7m
10 - 2.15m, 1.8m
11 - 2.25m, 1.85m
12 - 2.35m, 1.9m

Fabric recommendations:
Cotton poplin, cotton lawn, chambray, lightweight denim, any lightweight woven fabric

All Emporia patterns are produced on paper and feature different coloured lines to differentiate between each size.