Cutting and sewing process of Butterfly Bow Back Dress.

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This is a beautiful, elegant children’s dress—well structured with a fitted bodice, gathered flare, and that standout back bow detail. I’ll guide you step-by-step so you can recreate this exact style neatly.

✂️ STYLE BREAKDOWN
Fitted bodice (front & back)
Wide collar neckline (purple contrast)
Short sleeves
Gathered full flare skirt
Back zipper + attached sash bow
Inner lining + hard net (for fullness).

MEASUREMENTS USED
Shoulder: 12
Bust: 23
Waist: 22
Half length (bodice): 10
Full length: 33
Sleeve length: 7
Round sleeve: 10
Neckline:
Front: 3” wide × 2.5” deep
Back: 3” wide × 6” deep
👉 Add 1.5 inches sewing allowance and 1 inch ease on bust & waist.

✂️ CUTTING PROCESS

1. BODICE (FRONT & BACK)
   Fold fabric into 4
   Mark shoulder = 12 ÷ 2 = 6”
   Neckline:
   Front: 3 × 2.5 round
   Back: 3 × 6 v shape
   Bust line: measure down 10”
   Bust: (23 ÷ 4) + ease = 6.5” approx
   Waist: (22 ÷ 4) + ease = 6” approx
   Shape armhole and side seam slightly fitted.

👉 Cut same pieces for lining.

1. SLEEVE
   Fold fabric
   Length: 7”
   Round sleeve: 10 ÷ 2 = 5”
   Add allowance
   Shape slightly curved sleeve cap

1. COLLAR (IMPORTANT DESIGN PART)
   Use contrast fabric (purple)
   Draw a wide curved collar following neckline shape
   Width: about 2.5–3 inches
   Cut 2 pieces + interfacing for firmness

1. SKIRT (GATHERED FLARE)
   Use full width fabric (2–3 times waist for fullness)
   Length: 33 – 10 = 23”
   Cut:
   Main fabric
   Lining (same length or 1” shorter)
   Hard net (2–3 layers for volume, slightly shorter)

1. SASH (BACK BOW)
   Cut long strip: 6–8” wide, 40–50” long
   Interface lightly
   Turn and press

🧵 SEWING PROCESS
Step 1: Bodice
Join shoulder seams (main separate and the lining separate)
Attach collar between bodice and lining
Turn neatly and topstitch.

Step 2: Sleeves
Sew sleeve hem
Attach to armhole
Close side seams

Step 3: Skirt
Sew side seam
Gather top to match waist
Attach net and lining together first, then join to skirt

Step 4: Join Bodice & Skirt
Attach gathered skirt to bodice
Ensure gathers are evenly spread

Step 5: Back Finishing
Insert zipper at center back
Attach sash into side seams or back waistline
Tie into bow

Step 6: Finishing Touch
Hem dress
Press neatly
Ensure collar lays flat

Front and back view

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