Pattern and Instructions: The Joan Wiggle Dress
UPDATE 1/26/22: As some of you have noted, there was a pattern error on the Slash Neck version of the Joan Wiggle Dress. I'm so sorry about this! We had a software glitch where multiple seam allowances were added unintentionally at the very end of the process (ugh). The only pieces effected were the Slash Neck dress front and back (all sizes and cup sizes). Updated pattern files have now been posted. I'm so sorry for any inconvenience or frustration this has caused. xoxo, Gertie
Meet the Joan Wiggle Dress -– a sultry little number made in stable knit, just perfect for nights at the jazz lounge. To celebrate the launch of the Charm Artist Collective, we went all out with two neckline options: make the slash-neck version in striped ponte for an office appropriate look, or opt for the plunging sweetheart neckline in a luxurious fabric like stretch velvet or sequins for the ultimate cocktail dress. Not sold on a wiggle dress? We’ve included a hip cutting line for a darling blouse – pair it with some cigarette pants for a good-gone-bad look!
Don’t miss the next post for a video tutorial walking you through the full construction process for both dresses. I’ll walk you through my tips and tricks for a sweetheart neckline that won’t budge, stripe placement tips, an option for a full lining, and all my finishing techniques.
Wondering about fabrics and supplies? Check out the written instructions at the bottom of this post for links and recommendations. You'll also 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 likepdfplotting.com). Please note that we now have two size blocks, so make sure to download the correct files for the size you're making. If you have any questions about the new range, don't forget to read our blog post with all the details!
Check out our video for the #JoanWiggleDress in the next post!
Hope you love it!
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. As a reminder, please do not share these photos or patterns to other social media sites so that we can keep creating exclusive new content for you!
Comments (195)
the top right of the four AD-F is missing on the tiled pattern. Based on the comments I was able to use the A G-H from page 54 to make the complete front sweetheart neckline. But there are only 3 pieces (1 missing) for the D-f front sweetheart neckline. (pages 53, 57, 58)
Also in a (not plunging) v-neck please!
I would love to see an add-on for a mermaid skirt look. Similar to Bryant Gown
I haven't scrolled right through but is there an error on page 44 of the A4 tiled pattern pieces. top left corner is marked B 1D-F and I believe it should be C 1D-F as it fits into the C 1D-F corners.
What is the way to combine the two top options? I'm a bit top heavy and strapless tops make me look frumpy, but I love the sweetheart neckline.
I wear a nude coloured bra under. I am top heavy as well.
Hi. All I know is front center skirt piece. Bottom tile is there, the one over is not. I hope it is clear what I mean. 👍
Hi. The tiled pattern has a misslabeled part in sweetheart neckline front D - F cup. It says A 3G-H(should be A 3D-F). A page is missing in skirt center front between B6 and C6. Just wanted you to know.
Hi Randi, Thank you for your message! Can you please tell me which pages are missing, so I can take a look into this for you? Thank you :) ~Kris
Hello everybody, I had a trouble with the finished sweetheart top... I picked up my usual size (6) but the bust is too much small! And I am an A cup (...I have small breasts...). Also the sleeves are too tight and short... The waist seems to fit better... I can't get if and where I wrong! Is there any chance there is a mistake on the pattern...? Anybody had trouble with the Sweetheart size 6? Thanks a lot in advance! :)
Any recommendations for lowering the front neckline on the slash neck bodice?
Thank you Linda! I've ordered from them. I appreciate your letting me know about them! Jessica I shall keep an eye out for the promos! when you consider your time spent taping the 42 pages of patterns, this is a MUCH more economical way of getting your patterns!
I've contacted local printers to print the AO pattern, you would NOT BELIEVE the range of prices I've received. from $7.95 for a one page to $160.00. yes, you read that right and there were two printers that had the same price.
If you are in US, have you tried https://pdfplotting.com/product/bw-pattern-printing/ I get all my AOs printed there and it’s about 1.53 a piece. Shipping is fast and doesn’t add much if you print a bunch at the same time.
So to clarify, the original print is technically an extra seam allowance to big? Ie at worst we need to trim them down (ie won't be too small if we forgot )
Yes, exactly--you can trim the pieces to match at the shoulder seam.
yes, curious on the “patch piece” option if possible. have paid for AO print and have mine currently cut on my last bit of knit fabric! 😬 perhaps would this work with the tiled pattern options taped to the AO?
You could just print out the tiled pieces needed, using the pattern piece index provided! That would be the simplest way. You could also cut trim off any excess on the outer sleeve shoulder seam, since you've already cut your fabric.
Currently on the instructions state ‘new’. When will the replacement pattern pieces follow please?
They have already been updated!
So if I sent the original AO for printing (paid for) how to I amend that without having to send that money again? Is there a 'patch piece' option
You could just print out the tiled pieces needed, using the pattern piece index provided! That would be the simplest way.
Anyone know what the update was in the instructions that just posted?
Instructions are the same, just the pattern pieces updated as mentioned at the top of the post :)
Howdy! Has the updated version been posted? (I didnt notice a file name change)
Files are updated as of yesterday!
The back shoulder seam should always be a little bit (1 cm) wider for the ease.
I have not found anything regarding that Amanda... I even checked the Facebook group and here. I went ahead and basted it together, starting at the shoulder seams on both sides. Hopefully this will be addressed in the fit clinique.
Has anyone found how to solve the issue of the shoulder seems not lining up? The back is larger than the front.
I believe it does... by the way Gertie described the changes in the crowdcast video.
It’s never been an issue. I’ve had so many patterns printed out at Office Works now. Just make sure you select AO size and have them printed out as a plan. The web site is pretty easy to navigate. I’m not very tech savvy and I was able to order without any trouble. Last ones I had printed they were ready to pick up that afternoon.
Can do the whole order on line too!
You can get them printed at Office works in AO
How do you guarantee they print out at 100%?
Hi - does anyone know where I can get the pattern printed in a pdf and sent to me? Takes so much paper and time with the tiled version - in Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺
Check this web page - you will find online print shop suggestions both for the US, Australia, the UK and the EU. https://www.munaandbroad.com/blogs/news/printing-pdf-patterns-at-a-copyshop?page=2
Am I the only one that could not find a a part for the "A" 3D-F sweet heart front. It looks like it it was mislabelled "A" 3G-H, that is the only one that fits, was it only mislabelled? really confused me and I have spent ages looking for it and can not find it in the file. I don't know if I am just overlooking it now.
Same here! I'm going to print page 54, because I think, as you do, that the piece is mislabelled.
Gertie/Naty are all the sweetheart versions pictured here lined? I'm getting ready to make a top, and I want to be sure I get the best result.
The lack of visible stitching around the necklines in the pictures would suggest they are lined.
Having troubles with the Size 22 G/H front. Back is smaller than the front. I have a cowl for my neck in front instead of a slash neck. Arms on back have a ton more fabric than the front. 🥺
This has just happened to me - was there a solution? X
I'm wondering if there's something wrong about the sizing. When I measure on the pattern for my size (12), the finished measurements for the waist are almost 10 cm smaller than what it says in the table for finished measurements for that size. That's a lot of extra negative ease.... Have I misread something about the seam allowances? Has anybody else this problem or can it be my printer?
Did you check the square on the first page of the pattern to make sure it printed correctly>
You are all looking very glamorous!
Has anyone else noticed the front and back slash neck pieces don't align on the shoulder seam? The front piece shoulder extends about 1" past the back piece shoulder. Everything printed to scale and underarm of the sleeve is the same measurement on front and back. I'm seeing this on both the A-C and D-F pieces. Edited to add- that I have watched the video and read the instructions several times, and easing the pieces together isn't mentioned. If a front and back piece need eased together, it will almost always be the back piece where the shoulder dart is omitted, as the ease is needed to fit the shoulder blade. Extra ease generally isn't needed in the front shoulder as the extra bust room is accounted for in the bust dart. Usually if two pieces are intended to be eased together, there will also be notches to make sure that ease appropriately distributed. This is why I was wondering if it was a pattern error on the tiled print out (or maybe my printer being wonky!). Someone else has since said they had the same issue with the A0 print.
I'm not sure what you mean but watch Gerties video where I am sure all will be explained.
Ya’ll look fab! 😍
What would be considered “stable knits?”
From the instructions “ We recommend ponte, interlock, double knits, stretch velvet, stretch sequins, and wool knits.”
OMG! I am so excited about this dress!! Mad man has so many cool dresses in it and when you came out with this I was soooo happy!! :D Thank you !
I'm so excited about this, I love Ponte fabrics and I have so much in my stash. I think several wiggle dresses will be made in 2022!
just a heads-up, one of the pattern pieces (or parts of) for the sweetheart front D-F-cup is now marked as being for the G-H-cup. It made me very confused that I couldn't find the entire piece, until I realized this :).
this is gorgeous! I want to make a copycat of the blue striped number...
I’d love to know what type of foundation garment Gertie is wearing. It really gives a stunning silhouette
You can see in one of the photos of her back, she's definitely wearing a long line bra
Waaw this is so cool, your new theme! Love being a charm princess! 💙
I am so excited to make this. The bodice design is so unique and intriguing. I might start with a top version to test the fit then I have big plans for a slash neck dress version. Thank you so much Gertie!
Gorgeous! Curious about what pattern the jeans are as well.
Gorgeous xxx
C.est juste Magnifique 💕❤️💕❤️
The links aren’t working for me either
is anyone able to use the links in the instructions for the recommended fabrics? The links don't seem to be working for me =/
They open for me. Try to tap on the link once to select it then tap and hold for a second to open.
I’m excited to try the sweetheart neckline! I’ve never worn an off the shoulder top like this-I love how this platform encourages me to try new silhouettes and techniques:)
I’ve got the perfect stretch sequin yardage in my stash for the sweetheart neckline dress!
Love love love this dress and will definitely be making both versions. But I also have to know about the photo shoot location, looks like a very cool bar.
I will be making this as the top 100%! It's wonderful!
These are just glorious! I love the gold dress!
Ugh! So good! ❤️
I love these, great way to start 2022.
Oh my goodness. That’s SEXY and doable!!!! Right I need some stripy fabric!!! 😍❤️
Love it! Love it! And to think I almost bought a wiggle dress lol
Purring as happily as a kitty-cat in the sunshine 🌞. You know I neeeed a Beret pattern now too...???!😄
I am really hoping for the beret pattern in a future month.
Fantastic! So many options for different bodies and ages. Thank you!
I Love this!!!!
I really hope those jeans will be an upcoming release!
Heading to Vegas on Wednesday! Challenging myself to sew a top and dress by then! This is perfect!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩
Okay the instructions should now be fixed with the links working and everything! Excuse me while I take a nap hahahaha
After today's launch and awesomeness, you are one cool cat how deserves a nap!
😍❤️😍❤️
Also those jeans look like a future pattern (fingers crossed). The pocket looks familiar!
Love this! It looks like a fun photo shoot too.
Welp, now I have to choose what to make first 😂
Love love love love!
I saved fabric hoping that it was a knit pattern, this is so perfect ❤ thank you so much! ☺🙏🏼
Gertie and her team have outdone themselves again! Time to get ink and paper in the printer. Happy New Year's.
WOW! Love all the options you all have sewn! What a fun dress/top! ❤️❤️❤️ That velvet dress is fantastic!
Also curious about the jeans!
Wowser. I'm ordering fabric for this RIGHT NOW!!
OMG I think I even have that fabric so exciting!!! These are amazzzzzziiiinnngggg.
Gorgeous! Smoking hot! What pattern did you use for the jeans?
I wanna know as well!!!
I love this, thank you!
Thank you so much for so many inspiration for this pattern!
I literally can’t even right now!! I’m so thrilled with this! Can’t wait to make one!
Ahhh, *every* version is stunning! I usually have a clear favorite, but every take on this looks incredible.
@gertie…those jeans you’re wearing with the red top…are they one of your patterns?
The sewjo just hit me like a ton of bricks 🤘🏽😎
My sewing goal this year is to try fabrics that scare. So i have to make a sequin version
So awesome! This photo shoot is the best! That last photo 😍
What a great way to start the year! Thank u so much!! Please please please tell me we're gonna have a tutorial on how to make berets! Lol 🙂
Yes! Especially the one with the netting 😍
😆 Gertie each and every view is fantastic. Now I’m wondering how long it will take to do each design . Super Great Job!
This is a beautiful dress with lots of possibilities!!
The links are not working for the fabric recommendation on mine. ?
Thanks Gertie.
2-20 titled file is there now! Thanks for bearing with me on a super crazy day here. :)
Missing Missing 20-20 tiled pattern.
Am i missing the 2-20 tiled pattern???
Where is the tiled pdf for sizes 2-20? I only see the tiles for sizes 18-34.
Thanks Gertie I'm sure you all are very busy!! Thanks for all your are doing
Holy crap, it's gorgeous. It's one of those things I'm getting one on each colour. Also, Please, drop a beret pattern, I want one in every colour too.
Is there a 2-20 pattern tiled file?
Whoops! Files are up now! Sorry everyone, there's a lot going on here today :)
Thank you Gertie! <3
The post says the pattern and instructions are listed but I don't see them either
files?
Please tell me we're getting those jeans next. LOL
It looks like the files didn't make it to the post
The pattern is so wonderful!
I love this but I don't see the files lol!
I. love. it. Cannot wait to watch the video
I can’t see the files too.....
So … anyone figured out where and which kind of pockets we could add to the dress? 😅 dresses without a pocket are a nogo
OMG I love the beat style!!!!!! I'd wear every one of these!!!!
I can't wait to make multiple iterations of this and I LOVE the photos! Baddest girl gang ever! 😍
Where are the patterns? Don't see the downloads. I will actually make one of these today!
I’m having issues finding them, too. Normally they’re linked at the bottom of the post.
This is amazing!!! Love love love
🥰 adorable!! 🥰
OMG!!!WTF!!!!GTFO!!!! Dead. 🧟♀️
I can't get the files. Where are the files?
Great pattern! Can’t wait to get it.
Am I missing the files to download ?
Where are the files? They're not in the email either
OMG I love this. So cute. So many options.
I am living for that stretch velvet! ❤️❤️❤️
Also that last photo.. Pure JOY \0/
I want it all. Love this very much. Thank you, Gertie. I’m curious; in what decade was this fashioned?
I already have 2 fabrics for the slashneck top. I wanted to do one for the longest time but I always put off buying a pattern or modifying one. Now I don't have to!!! 🙌 Plus that off the shoulder dress is just oh so sexy!!! Definitely putting that one on the to do list!!!! I'm so stoked about this new theme, I can't even express it 😅 Thank you Gertie for always exceeding our expectations!!!!
Suddenly so glad there is so much of the olive crushed velvet I cut yesterday as a slash neck top will be coming up just as soon as i can get the pattern downloaded ;-)
Do we get the files separately ?
Ummm would love the link. Rather then just the tease of 😉
This is awesome! But are the files attached? I don't see them attached.
It's beautiful, but I can't see the files
Again, Melisha kills it! That woman is just stunning in everything she makes!
I believe the files were left off. Cannot wait till they pop up! Great design!
No files here, either.
Am I being daft in my excitement? Where are the files?
can’t wait for the beret! 😉
Love it! Immediately added to my To-Be-Sewn list. I can't keep up, but I will make this one day.
Sames!
Yeah I can't see the files... X
I can’t see any files 😂
I’m actually going to start the project the same month it’s released. I’m so excited to get started on this!
LOL Thought I was just me not seeing the files.
No. Not just you lovely 😆
This is AMAZING! I didn't know how this could get any better but it has! I just moved up a tier. These photos are epic!
I love this! The top and jeans look is awesome - what pattern are the jeans? Or are they a RTW pair? Xx
They look a bit Modern June to me… 🧐
Ooohhhhh love it! ❤
Did the files not get attached?
No files
Am I not with it.... I cannot see the files?
SCREAMING!!!!
Are the files attached? I don’t see them
I was just going to ask that 🤔
Gorgeous! Thrilled with the new theme, and very excited to try this pattern out!
SO CUTE!!! You all NAILED your stripe matching too - which I’m dying to try but have a feeling it might take a few attempts to get it that precise! 😍
This is so stunning! Thank you for another fabulous pattern.
There are no files attached to this post?
I thought I was blind! I don't see them either
🥰☺️🥰
Very generous photo shoot, I like!
Seriously, we are being spoiled! ❤️ Happy New Year, Gertie & Team! 🥂🍀
I can‘t see the files…?
Wow! Love all these options! This is amazing ❤️
You’ve outdone yourself again Gertie! I didn’t even know it was possible and yet 😍 here were are with more gorgeous patterns!
*Swoon* This is my ALL TIME favorite type of waistline on a dress!
EXPLETIVES. I saw the first photo. I died and went to heaven. Then I scrolled…… I’m now an angel ♥️♥️♥️
Same. I saw the initial photo and freaked and then when I say the variation freaked even more.
HOT DAMN!
Epppp! I love this one
Wowzers! What a start to '22... You guys are setting the bar high!
OMG 🤩
OH GOD BLESS THE SEWING GODDESSES. Gertie thou art a legend
YES! I have some bright red velvet that will be perfect! 😍😍😍
It's amazing! So excited for this New theme and starting off in a huge way.
Love it!
Yes yes YES!! I was hoping for a wiggle dress!!💖🎉
Wonderful!
I am dead over these photos, these pattern variations, everything! What a way to kick off 2022!
WOW!!!