







Maxi Summer Dress - PDF Sewing Pattern
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The Ava Maxi Dress is a relaxed V‑neck style with gently puffed, elasticated sleeves and an adjustable drawstring waist for an easy, personalised fit. Made for breathable fabrics and unhurried days, it moves effortlessly from casual mornings to warm‑weather gatherings. A calm, satisfying sew with simple lines and a flowing skirt—Ava is a thoughtful addition to any handmade wardrobe.

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💙 Read Me First Guide + Helpful sewing terminology
💙 Step-by-step sewing instructions with illustrations
💙 US Letter & A4 Size Layout
💙 A0 Size Pattern | Copy shop + projector-friendly
💙 Read Me First Guide + Helpful sewing terminology
💙 Step-by-step sewing instructions with illustrations
💙 US Letter & A4 Size Layout
💙 A0 Size Pattern | Copy shop + projector-friendly

Designed for confident beginners and beyond, this pattern includes a step-by-step tutorial to help you.
Designed for confident beginners and beyond, this pattern includes a step-by-step tutorial to help you.

This digital pattern includes sizes US Sizes 2-18 | UK/AUS 6-22 | EUR 32-48
Please check the size chart in the image carousel to find the best fit for you. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort.
This digital pattern includes sizes US Sizes 2-18 | UK/AUS 6-22 | EUR 32-48
Please check the size chart in the image carousel to find the best fit for you. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort.

💙 Fabric Recommendations: Linen, linen blends, cotton lawn, cotton voile, cotton poplin, viscose (rayon), broderie anglaise, chambray, double gauze.
💙 Tools/Notions: Sewing machine, loop turner/wool, fabric scissors, pins/clips, measuring tape, iron, seam ripper, thread, and a marking pen or chalk.
Optional: Overlocker/Serger.
💙 Fabric Recommendations: Linen, linen blends, cotton lawn, cotton voile, cotton poplin, viscose (rayon), broderie anglaise, chambray, double gauze.
💙 Tools/Notions: Sewing machine, loop turner/wool, fabric scissors, pins/clips, measuring tape, iron, seam ripper, thread, and a marking pen or chalk.
Optional: Overlocker/Serger.
Print at ACTUAL SIZE and use the scale square provided to ensure correct sizing. Match the file to your paper size (e.g. Letter file with Letter paper). If printing at home, align the dotted edges and diamonds, then tape the pages together.
This pattern is projector-friendly, and we recommend using the A0 file for the easiest setup. If you're new to projector sewing, patternprojector.com is a great resource—it will guide you through everything you need to get started.
Print at ACTUAL SIZE and use the scale square provided to ensure correct sizing. Match the file to your paper size (e.g. Letter file with Letter paper). If printing at home, align the dotted edges and diamonds, then tape the pages together.
This pattern is projector-friendly, and we recommend using the A0 file for the easiest setup. If you're new to projector sewing, patternprojector.com is a great resource—it will guide you through everything you need to get started.

This is a digital product for personal use only.
Please note that digital items are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
This pattern is intended for private, non-commercial use. It may not be mass produced, printed, shared, or distributed in any form. Garments made from this pattern are for personal use; however, you're welcome to sell a small number of handmade pieces — such as at local markets or craft fairs.
Mass production or commercial resale of the pattern or finished garments is not permitted.
Refund Policy
Upon purchase you will have immediate access to all digital files via the checkout page and a download link automatically sent via email. Due to the nature of this transaction, an exchange or refund is not available for PDF Sewing Patterns and associated digital products.
This is a digital product for personal use only.
Please note that digital items are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
This pattern is intended for private, non-commercial use. It may not be mass produced, printed, shared, or distributed in any form. Garments made from this pattern are for personal use; however, you're welcome to sell a small number of handmade pieces — such as at local markets or craft fairs.
Mass production or commercial resale of the pattern or finished garments is not permitted.
Refund Policy
Upon purchase you will have immediate access to all digital files via the checkout page and a download link automatically sent via email. Due to the nature of this transaction, an exchange or refund is not available for PDF Sewing Patterns and associated digital products.