BARREL DRESS

SIZES XXS – 6XL (See photos for body & finished garment measurements.)

ℹ️SEAM ALLOWANCE INCLUDED
ℹ️CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED
ℹ️SEWING INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED

🗋 FORMAT
Digital files. Instant Download. *No paper pattern will be posted to you.
*A4 PDF printable file (28 pages)
*US letter PDF printable file (31 pages)
*A0 PDF printable file (2 pages)
*PDF Projector File (not printable)

DESCRIPTION:

Create a contemporary barrel-style sheath dress with this inclusive printable/pdf sewing pattern. Featuring a bold cross motif formed by central vertical and horizontal seams with topstitching, and a gently puffy (barrel) silhouette from drop waist shaping. Includes side pockets and sizing XXS–6XL—perfect for intermediate sewists seeking modern, sculptural design.

Long Description
Add a sculptural touch to your handmade wardrobe with this unique dress pattern.
– Barrel-Styled / Puffy Silhouette: A rounded, barrel-like drop-waist shape offers a softly voluminous profile that’s more structured than a traditional sheath, evoking current “barrel dress” trends seen across fashion this season.
– Central Cross Detail: Striking intersecting vertical and horizontal seams, emphasized with topstitching, form a clean, architectural cross motif at front and back.
– Functional Side Pockets: Seamlessly integrated pockets add everyday utility without bulk.
– Sleeveless Cap Design: Simple shoulder line ideal for clean finish—works beautifully with medium-weight wovens.

PLEASE NOTE:
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All patterns are tested and comply with the sizechart. You may need to slightly change the patterns to fit the individual characteristics of your body. We recommend sewing a trial product on toile fabric to check the conformity of the pattern to your figure.

Design a fashion-forward silhouette with this Women Barrel Dress Sewing Pattern, available in inclusive sizing from XXS to 6XL. Featuring a modern barrel-shaped profile and architectural seam detailing, this digital sewing pattern is perfect for intermediate sewists who want to create a sculptural, wearable statement piece.

The dress includes a drop waist, central cross seams with topstitching, functional side pockets, and a cap-sleeve style—making it both bold and practical. Download instantly and print at home or use with a projector setup.

Start sewing right away with clear instructions and professional-grade digital files. Need guidance? Visit our Printing Instructions or Projector File Tutorial.

Want more bold silhouettes? Browse our full Sewing Patterns Collection or explore complementary styles in Women’s Dresses.