The Trapeze Dress - Merchant & Mills Sewing Pattern

Looking for a timeless sewing project? The Trapeze Dress from Merchant & Mills is a must-have! 🧵✨ This flared, knee-length dress features a neat shoulder and soft, rounded neckline, with a choice of:

✔️ Three sleeve options – sleeveless, short sleeve, or 3/4 sleeve
✔️ Two closure styles – classic slip-over or chic button-back
✔️ Endless fabric possibilities – linen, denim, corduroy, wool, and more!

🏆 Why You'll Love It

✅ Beginner-friendly – simple construction, easy to sew!
✅ Year-round wear – from cozy woollens to breezy summer linens 🌿
✅ Dress it up or down – perfect with brogues, boots, or sandals

🧵 Fabric & Notions

📌 Recommended fabrics: Medium-weight wovens like cotton twill, denim (8-14oz), linen, corduroy, Tencel, wool tweeds, and even oilskins.
📌 Notions: Fusible interfacing + 10 buttons (if choosing the button-back option).
📌 Seam allowances: 1.5cm unless otherwise stated.

📏 Sizing

📐 Available in UK 8 – 18.

Whether you're creating a chic winter look in a heavy tweed or jacquard or a casual summer dress in washed linen, the Trapeze Dress is your go-to sewing pattern for effortless style. 💕