Pattern and Instructions: The Niagara (non-keyhole) Bodice with 3/4-length Sleeve
This pattern is an expansion of the Niagara Keyhole Bodice, and gives you the option for midriff without the keyhole and a longer sleeve. It is meant to be worn off the shoulder, and it is in the Lamour series, so you can mix and match the bottoms as you desire.
Jun and Susie are wearing lovely rayon prints for summer, but this version would also work well with a wool crepe for the cooler months. (Just remember a shawl for those bare shoulders!)
You'll find the tiled file (for printing at home on A4 or letter size sheets and taping together) and the A0 file (for printing at a copy shop like ThePlottedPattern.com). Please note that we have two size blocks, so make sure to download the correct files for the size you're making. If you have any questions about which size to sew, don't forget to read our blog post with all the details!
Don't forget to share your makes with the hashtags #niagarabodice and #charmpatterns!
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. You will need the Instructions and Pattern Pieces for the Niagara Keyhole Bodice to complete this project.
Comments (34)
I'm working on the muslin for this now - and I seem to be missing how to do the knot bit. The instructions note to attach one short raw edge to the front bodice (midrift edge) but I can't figure out when to scrunch/close it. It doesn't exactly line up with the keyhole version. Is someone seeing something I am missing - or have tried this and figured it out ? Thanks :) Loving this so far !
It's a finishing step, the same as the keyhole bodice. When you're done with the garment, try it on, then wrap the knot to the inside and stitch the loose end in place by hand.
Love this! When reviewing the pattern, can this be made without the boning (which is in the keyhole version)?
The keyhole-less version does not require boning. (The boning is just there to support the keyhole, especially when bending over & moving).
Why does Miss Susie have all of the nice prints? It’s not fair! She also has that pretty face!! 😊
Could this be my favourite yet? I LOVE IT!! Thanks for doing this option. Just stunning!!!
Omg, the romper is just ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is lovely! Question, what pattern was used for the skirt portion of the dress Susie is wearing? It looks like the fabric is a BORDER PRINT, and skirt patterns that work with those are sometimes difficult to find.
It's the Boardwalk Slim Skirt, and we straightened out the hem just a smidge to follow the line of the print.
This is great! I love modest options. Thank you.
I love this look on Susie!
Loooove! Was gonna skip this one with the keyhole
Take me back to the pink void! Y'all if you make this dress, I *urge* you guys to make it in a rayon. Susie's dress moved like an absolute dream on her. She worked the hell out of that dress.
also note to self: Serve less face. Smile more. lmao
Oh HELL yes! This is gorgeous!
Now I don't have to blind anyone with my fishbelly white skin! And the romper version is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE!
Has anyone tried a “standalone” version as a top? This would be an awesome piece for my summer wardrobe 🥰
I like this idea — I could see it with a full pant leg a la the Summer Vacation Pants, or similar. It would work great with some of the fitted pants patterns, but I’m envisioning a more…hostess sexy summer but comfortable mashup
Thank you so much! I love that you made a non keyhole version. I’m working on having a better body image, but it isn’t easy. I just have got to where I’ll show my upper arms, LOL.
Thanks so much! I am so glad that you anticipated that not all of us are willing to show the same amount of ski. I can’t wait to make this one
I knew it was coming…from the keyhole video. This is a very nice variation to play with ❤️
Not going to lie, I am SO GLAD for this expansion. I was not comfortable with the keyhole version (body integrity issues) Thank You So Much Team Gertie. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wow ... Where do I get the pattern for the shorts?
Those are the Loretta shorts! One of my favs from the first season of Patreon. 🤭💜
Yessss! I’ve been waiting for Suzie in this dress. I can now picture me in it too. Thank you!!!
Ooooh so happy to have this option!
I'm so grateful when we get sleeves 😍
As a big chested gal I am obsessed with this version!
Same!
Love it!
Yasss! This is exactly what I wanted 😭 thank you lovely
Ow, yes…
Oh yay! Was hoping i wouldn’t have to try to figure out how to skip the keyhole on my own 😂. Thank youuuu!
Lovely. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️❤️