Free pattern: Color blocked denim shift dress

Laura from Sew Different shares a free pattern for this color block denim shift dress. Use different denims for all the pieces to show off the cool lines of this dress. The angled piece is actually a large pocket, which I’m always happy to have in a dress. Her free pattern comes in a women’s UK size 12 (US 8-10). If you need another size, she gives a link to a tutorial for adjusting to fit.

Click below for the free pattern and tutorial:

The Essential Denim Dress – FREE PATTERN LC013, by Sew Different

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