Cutting and sewing process of Butterfly Bow Back Dress.
Published on HivePostify by @deborahstitches · Tue Jun 23 2026
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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. 2. SLEEVE Fold fabric Length: 7” Round sleeve: 10 ÷ 2 = 5” Add allowance Shape slightly curved sleeve cap
3. 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
4. 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)
5. 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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