As graphic as a pencil stroke, the Graphite Dress is a sophisticated yet comfortable addition to your wardrobe. Graphite features long sleeves, a form-fitting silhouette, and a bold, asymmetrical neckline with a unique elastic finish.
Midweight stretch knit fabrics with excellent recovery and at least 50% crosswise stretch, such as cotton-spandex jersey, and viscose- and bamboo-spandex blends.
Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide
VIEW A - DRESS ~ Sizes 0-14 = 2 yd (1.8 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m)
VIEW B - TOP ~ Sizes 0-8 = 1.25 yd (1.1 m), Sizes 10-20 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m)
Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide
VIEW A - DRESS ~ Sizes 0-14 = 1.25 yd (1.1 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2 yd (1.8 m)
VIEW B - TOP ~ Sizes 0-8 = 0.75 yd (0.7 m), Sizes 10-20 = 1.25 yd (1.1 m)
Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide
VIEW A - DRESS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m), Sizes 22-26 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 28-32 = 3.25 yd (3 m)
VIEW B - TOP ~ Sizes 14-20 = 1.5 yd (1.25 m), Sizes 22-26 = 1.75 yd (1.5 m), Sizes 28-32 = 2.25 yd (2 m)
Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide
VIEW A - DRESS ~ Sizes 14-26 = 2 yd (1.75 m), Sizes 28-32 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m)
VIEW B - TOP ~ Sizes 14-32 = 1.5 yd (1.25 m)
Additional Supplies
Fold over elastic (FOE), 1.5 yards (1.25 m) x 3/8" (10 mm) wide
Knit stay tape, 1.5 yards (1.25 m), or alternatively 1/2" (16 mm) strips of lighweight knit interfacing
Optional: Twill tape or clear elastic, 1/2 yard (0.5 m) to stabilize shoulder seams
Optional: Double needle or coverstitch machine to finish hems
I was hoping to make a sumptuous sweater-like turtleneck sweater, and from the videos and images I thought the fabric would be more like a sweater knit. It's a little more sticky than soft - probably because of the higher spandex content. I'm still going to make my turtlenecks as planned, but just be aware that this is not so much like a sweater knit (e.g. think merino jersey). If in doubt, I recommend purchasing a swatch. Also worth noting, I found the black color way to be softer in touch than the hot chocolate, and both fabrics seemed to soften after I washed them. Still though, it wasn't the super-soft knit I was hoping for, so if you're looking for that, better to go with a swatch first and decide.
I've been searching for good ponte fabric and I think this is one of the best out there. It's a great weight, can be used for work-specific trousers and smart blazers. I bought it in black and port, and I think I'll be buying more (maybe even in bulk!) as I build my wardrobe.
Also, I wouldn't mind seeing it sometime in the ivory color way - I'll happily purchase three yards of that! Thanks Core Fabrics for sourcing such a good ponte.
I bought this fabric to make bags and I love the sheen and quality of it. I haven't yet sewn with it, but it seems like a fairly straightforward material to work with. I look forward to my projects with it and am aiming to purchase more!
