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Nettie Dress & Bodysuit Pattern

Nettie knit dress pattern // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie Bodysuit pattern // Closet Core Patterns
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Nettie knit dress pattern // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie knit dress pattern // Back view // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie Dress & Bodysuit Pattern // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie knit dress pattern // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie knit dress pattern // Closet Core Patterns
Nettie bodysuit & dress pattern // Technical flats // Closet Core Patterns
$16.00 USD
Pattern Format (Size 0 - 20)

Nettie is a quick and easy-to-make wardrobe staple. Make a close-fitting bodysuit or knit dress, with a choice of three sleeve lengths, two necklines and three back variations.

Both dress and bodysuit can be made with a bateau or scoop neckline, with the choice of high, mid or low scoop back. Add your choice of short, 3/4 or long sleeves. The bodysuit features a low-cut bottom and optional snap crotch, and the leg and neck openings are all finished with knit bands.

Sizes: Currently available in sizes 0-20 only (PDF)

See our guide to printing & assembling PDF files here. 

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    SUGGESTED FABRIC

    4-way stretch fabrics with good recovery and at least 50% crosswise stretch; cotton-lycra and lycra are ideal. 2-way stretch fabrics such as ponte are only recommended for the dress variation, as long as they also stretch at least 50%. A 10” square scrap of lining fabric like rayon bemberg or silk charmeuse for the optional snap crotch

    YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS

    (58" / 1.5m) Bodysuit
    0-8 = 1.25 yd/1.2m
    10-14 = 1.5yd/1.4m
    18-20 = 1.75yd/1.6m 

    Dress
    0-8 = 1.5yd/1.4m
    10-14 = 1.75yd/1.6m
    16-20 = 2yd/1.8m

    ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
    • 3 metal snaps for the snap crotch (optional) 
    • Stretch or jersey needle 
    • Polyester thread 
    • Clear elastic or twill tape to stabilize shoulder seams 
    • Double stretch needle (optional) 
    • One pair of foam cups (optional)

    Details

    Sewing level: Advanced beginner 

    Sizes: 0 - 20 (see our sizing chart here) 

    Finished measurements: See complete final measurements here 

    Instructions: English or French Print at Home File (Letter & A4): Bodysuit: 22 pages, Dress: 24 pages 

    Copy Shop/A0 File: 2 large sheets (36"x48" / A0)

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    Customer Reviews

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    Kim S
    Great fit, easy to sew

    I absolutely loved this pattern and it helped me realize why so many other t-shirt patterns don’t fit in the shoulders-because mine are just a bit more broad/square. Such a revelation. I’ve hacked this pattern into a shirt and full coverage underwear. I made one body suit in a performance French terry and it pairs perfectly with high waisted pants and skirts. It’s a wardrobe staple now and it’s perfect year round.

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    jackie2019
    quick easy sew, fitted bodycon style

    i've made the dress version twice and is a lovely fitted dress, it looks small when sewn up but needs to be so the shoulders stay on. i attached the neckband back to front the first time as i didn't realise the back was lower then the front! make sure you have a good stretch fabric with recovery. i did one in a sports knit and that works too.

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    Melissa Draper
    This sew was easier than it looked!

    I purchased the Nettie bodysuit/dress pattern and sewed up the bodysuit in a merino knit. I haven't sewed a lot of knit patterns, but this went very smoothly. I was pleased with the shape and the fit. I have worn it sitting around the house as well as out rollerskating with my teen and I found it is comfy in either circumstance. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a comfy, feminine shirt that stays tucked in.

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    helene A.
    Perfect bodysuit

    Explications clearly- picture
    Perfect cut

    Le patron de body parfait - explications et schémas très clairs - supers conseils - une coupe parfaite

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    Ruthe Ploskunyak
    First but not last Closet Case

    This was the first of my CC purchases, and I have only made the body suit so far. There are endless variations, and since the first went together so nicely, there will definitely be more. I loved the suggestion and the instructions for the optional shelf bra. This option creates just enough coverage to camoflage a seamed bra under a knit garment. It's brilliant!

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 5 reviews
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    Kim S
    Great fit, easy to sew

    I absolutely loved this pattern and it helped me realize why so many other t-shirt patterns don’t fit in the shoulders-because mine are just a bit more broad/square. Such a revelation. I’ve hacked this pattern into a shirt and full coverage underwear. I made one body suit in a performance French terry and it pairs perfectly with high waisted pants and skirts. It’s a wardrobe staple now and it’s perfect year round.

    j
    jackie2019
    quick easy sew, fitted bodycon style

    i've made the dress version twice and is a lovely fitted dress, it looks small when sewn up but needs to be so the shoulders stay on. i attached the neckband back to front the first time as i didn't realise the back was lower then the front! make sure you have a good stretch fabric with recovery. i did one in a sports knit and that works too.

    M
    Melissa Draper
    This sew was easier than it looked!

    I purchased the Nettie bodysuit/dress pattern and sewed up the bodysuit in a merino knit. I haven't sewed a lot of knit patterns, but this went very smoothly. I was pleased with the shape and the fit. I have worn it sitting around the house as well as out rollerskating with my teen and I found it is comfy in either circumstance. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a comfy, feminine shirt that stays tucked in.

    h
    helene A.
    Perfect bodysuit

    Explications clearly- picture
    Perfect cut

    Le patron de body parfait - explications et schémas très clairs - supers conseils - une coupe parfaite

    R
    Ruthe Ploskunyak
    First but not last Closet Case

    This was the first of my CC purchases, and I have only made the body suit so far. There are endless variations, and since the first went together so nicely, there will definitely be more. I loved the suggestion and the instructions for the optional shelf bra. This option creates just enough coverage to camoflage a seamed bra under a knit garment. It's brilliant!