Fall has always been my favorite season for many reasons…it brings autumn leaves, crisp air, soup for dinner, and of course pumpkins (!). Since having a little girl, I have another reason to add that list..little baby tights! I just love Natalie in tights and boots.
And what better to pair tights and boots with than a soft knit dress, like this Bateau Neck Dress?
Anneliese of Aesthetic Nest and now of Wee Muses Sewing Patterns has designed this uber versatile pattern top/dress pattern.
Now…I know you might be thinking, don’t we hear that about a lot patterns? It’s true that many patterns come with lots of great variations but this pattern is one of the champions.
Not only is there a basic neckline, but there is a ruffled collar and a pleated neckline, plus a bonus button up back variation so that you can sew this with non-knit fabrics, AND two different pocket styles.
Think that’s all? Nope. She also offers a dress extension pattern that complements the Bateau Neck Top. It offers two more sleeve lengths and two dress variations, a shift dress and a drop waist dress.
Not bad eh? That’s not even taking into account all the pattern hacks you could create around it. The basic top is full of so many possibilities.
The size range is from 18 months to 10 years and at just under $9 for the top pattern and $5 for the extension pattern, you can really get a lot of mileage out of it, for under $14.
I sewed up the drop waist dress version because I swooned when I first saw it. I knew Natalie had to have one!
My daughter is pretty petite for her age and is kind of in between 12 months to 18 months.
Since the bottom of the size range is 18 months this is what I did. I cut the 18 month size without the neckline pleat extension and then pleated it anyway. The rest is cut to size 18 months, except that I cut an inch from the bodice bottom. I really didn’t need to (and shouldn’t have), but I did because I was worried it was looking too big. It just ended up giving the top less flounce and fold.
It looks like she has plenty of room to grow for the rest of the season and even though she usually fits a 12 month bodice, the neckline fits her pretty well with that little pleat modification.
Plus, the pleat detail is so pretty.
The pattern is well written and explained, which is to be expected from Anneliese, and the fit is great! I see some short sleeve bateax sewing happening this spring, and more drop waist versions for sure!
To see more versions of this pattern. Check out the rest of the bloggers on the Back to School Bateaux Tour – HERE.
GIVEAWAY
Now…Do you want to win one of your own? I get to give away the Bateau Neck Top pattern plus the complementary dress extension pattern to one of my readers!
Simply leave a comment.
One comment per person.
Please, leave your email address or make sure it is linked to your google profile so that I can reach you should you win. I only choose winners with valid contact information in their comment.
GIVEAWAY ENDS Sunday, September 22, 2013 at midnight EST.
GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
SOURCES
Fabric: Girl Charlee (silver dot is out of stock)
Tights: Target
Boots: H&M
MoodyCatCrafts says
That is so cute, I'd love to win that pattern!
Karen Shaw says
Gorgeous dress, would love to have a go at making
some for my two girls.
ala danielewicz says
Your daughter looks extra fine in that dress!:)
LisaM says
Yes please!! I'd love to make a dress for my little girl. And I have to agree with you about the tights. And pumpkins!
Rachel Brown says
Your daughter is so cute! I love this pattern!!
Shaffer Sisters says
I always love when you sew with gray, you always style it so sweetly. I am also loving all the dresses you have been making for Natalie, my daughter lives for dresses like that (maybe it is the age) so it has been fun to get some ideas.
Kimberly says
Thanks for the giveaway!
Morgan Taunton says
Oh this is adorable! I follow your blog everyday and am always looking for new things to try for my daughter! I also looked at this silver dot on Girl Charlee and wasn't sure I liked it but how perfect is it for this dress! Love the pattern, it would be so cute on my little Geneva Scarlet!
Pia says
Adorable… fingers crossed for the pattern! My daughter, Lilija, would look so cute in this dress 🙂
Have a lovely fall season!
xo
tabicakes says
Would love this for my girl. Thanks!
Beck says
I would love this on my little girl!! Cute!
Allison says
Not sure that I'd have the skills to sew it, but I'd try! (It's SO cute!)
Deb says
Lovin' the dress but your daughter teals the show!
Lisa D. says
Love it. My daughter and nieces would look so cute in this.
Emily says
Hi Delia! Natalie looks adorable in your latest creation. I'd like to try my hand at sewing up a similar dress for my little Claire. Thanks for showing us this new pattern. Best, Emily
Amy says
so pretty, and i like the pleat at the neckline! thanks for hosting the giveaway.
Mae says
yay! This looks like a really nice fall dress. I love the extension& that you added it to the giveaway. Thanks!
Mae
Emily Frandsen says
I’d love to make this darling dress for my 18 month old!
Liza Kirschner says
This is the perfect pattern for my four little granddaughters! Your daughter looks so adorable!
Laura J. says
I’m jumping on the tights-with-dress-and-boots bandwagon for my two-year-old. Toddler boots are so cute, I can barely stand it!
Julie Rosenhan says
Oh man! I’ve been eyeing this pattern since you first posted about it. I don’t have any girls, but this would be great for my niece.
Emily Wielinga says
LOVE it!!! 🙂
emily(underscore)made4u(at)hotmail(dot)com
Amie says
I love this pattern. The drop waist dress version is absolutely adorable!
Mabey She Made It says
Boat necks are so cute, so I’d love to make a couple for my girlies. Thanks for hosting a giveaway!
JMLF says
Love this little dress – and the fabric you chose works perfectly!
April says
I’ve drooling over the Bateau pattern for weeks! I’ve even got a stack of knit fabric sitting on my sewing desk that are waiting to be turned into Bateau shirts. I’d just love to win this pattern especially with the dress extender! Love the way your dress turned out!
Jane@Buzzmills says
Oh I love your version!! It, and Natalie, are adorable! Would love to have this pattern for fall, thanks for the opportunity! bailjane(at)hotmail(dot)com
Beth Maybee says
I like wearing tights but they are so much cuter in the toddler version!
kyrie says
Love! What a little sweetie! That pattern range would fit all four of my girls, wouldn’t that be fun?
2peachesLA says
I need to make a top like this for my toddler’s Halloween costume. Would love to win the pattern!
Angela Kijauskas says
Love it and all the possibilities. Fingers crossed for my 2 yr old.
Katie says
Adorable! And it looks really comfortable.
jessica says
What a cute pattern! Would love to make one for my daughter. Thanks for hosting and sharing! 🙂 mfrapp_83 {at} yahoo {dot} com
Charisse says
Cute pattern! My four girlies would love it!
Anneliese says
Thank you, Delia, for being on the tour! I love that grey dot on Natalie. She is adorable and what a perfect Fall shoot!
Heidi [Grizz-n-Dove] says
So, so, soo cute! Love it!!
Framma says
Love the dress in the gray dot! Would love to win this so I could make these for my great granddaughter. Thanks for the opportunity!
[email protected]
Alyssa says
Fantastic! Love the drop-waist version!
EmSewCrazy says
Super cute! Your daughter looks pretty happy about it too! Love the wide range of sizes built in this pattern, would love to win a copy.
Heidi says
Cute dress!
Amy n Tasha says
I've been drooling over this pattern since it came out!!
Chelsi Biehl says
Your daughter is so cute. I love this pattern and I know my three daughters would look awesome in it. Autumn is the best season, for sure!
clbiehl @ gmail.com
Jill says
Adorable! The fabric choice is excellent!
Teri Olson says
I love the whole outfit, from head to toe!
Niki says
That is a ridiculously adorable dress on a crazy cute model!!! Love that pattern and would love a chance to sew it!
Ashley S. says
So flippin cute.
Catherine B says
So pretty…thanks for the giveaway
maarikami says
Oh, I love this pattern! I've been eyeing it for a couple of days now, I've seen it on different blogs. I love the basic cut and the possibilities it offers. It looks so comfy – perfect for the upcoming season. I would love to win – fingers crossed!
Thanks for the giveaway,
Maarika
Jeannie Lorenz says
Here is the jersey-material and long-sleeved pattern I have been looking for!
Lauren says
Such a cute pattern! Thanks for the chance to win!
beautiful big blue eyes says
I have been eyeing this pattern. Thanks for the chance.
lili ash says
Natalie is so precious and the dress is so sweet. Love this dress, and looking forward to more of your fall sewing! 🙂
Leigh Anne says
Just adorable! Love it and Miss Natalie is a cutie 🙂
Jessica says
such a cute dress!
Shannon Phillips says
What a cute little outfit! Those boots are awesome!
Jari says
I am in love with this pattern and your daughter looks adorable in the dress. For the opportunity to win one.
dancin' momma says
I love it! And your model is cutie!
Amanda says
I love this pattern! Your dress is adorable! Each dress I see from this pattern gets better and better, thanks for chance t win!!!
Lauren Wilson says
Ahh! So darling! I would love to win this for my two little girls 🙂
Sew Ruby and Sam says
I love Annelise's patterns and have almost all her others and would love to win this one, thanks Delia
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Raechel says
Such a cute dress! Crossing my fingers for a win!
raewangsgard(at)hotmail(dot)com
Thanks!
sosoabricot says
Adorable ! And Natalie is the cutest !
HSockwell says
Precious! Thanks for having the give away!
Hannah
Hsockwell (at) gmail (dot) com
Katie Bolton says
I really enjoy sewing with knits and would love this pattern for my girls!
S&R says
Just had my first baby girl and so excited to sew for her.
Thanks,
Sarah
Futon37 at Yahoo dot come
Anna Thornton says
Very cute!
LizzieLulu says
Oh, how adorable!!! As a knit fabric hoarder, I need this pattern to pare down my stash a bit 🙂
Megan D says
So cute! I would love a chance to try the pattern! [email protected]
Sharon says
What a fun little pleat in front! And it looks so cute on your little girl. 🙂
Tiffany Graham says
That is way cute. I would love to sew one for my girl.
Maggie says
Natalie looks darling. I want to go pull the tights and leggings out for my 2-yr old. And I would LOVE to make her a similar dress. Thanks for the giveaway!
Jessica Slattery says
I was so excited to have a baby girl because of all the clothing options I was sure to do. But I haven't been as ambitious as I thought I would be. Mostly because I hate to put money on a project that might not work! Thanks for doing the dirty work for me.
jessica [email protected]
anne booth says
Love this! Your version of the pattern is darling Delia! Thanks for the giveaway 🙂
Britta Hughes says
Very cute! I need a good dress pattern for my two girls!
Beverly says
Very cute pattern! Would love to make for my granddaughter. Thanks for a chance at this giveaway!
Marcella Denotti says
Thanks a lot for suggesting us new ideas and for sharing your masterpiece
Corinne says
Such a darling dress! I would love using the pattern for my little girlies!
MammaRachel says
Please let me win! great work as always!
[email protected]
Amanda says
What a cute dress. It sounds like such a versatile pattern – definitely one to add to the collection.
Rebecca says
Love the pattern–it would be awesome to win!!
Rebecca says
This might be my favorite version of this yet! Adorable!
mjb says
Love your dress:) well I love all your wonderful creations- you are a true inspiration:):):)
Ashley Suzanne says
Stylin and profilin!
Linda F. says
Love this cute little dress. Thanks for the chance to win the pattern.
LLfasRN (at) aol (dot) com
Mony says
Great dress!
Brian, Emily, Charlie, and Lucy says
crossing my fingers! [email protected]
Joelle says
I, too, love tights and boots for fall … my girls are usually in cowgirl boots when not in school uniforms/dress code (which forbid boots).
joellemarie72 at yahoo dot com
Jess says
totally gorgeous pattern! well done 🙂 [email protected]
Heather says
very cute – ready for fall
VDMEvelien says
Natalie is so cute in that dress! 🙂 My e-mailaddress: [email protected]!
Blanca rosa Fernandez vazquez says
Great pattern!!! I need it!!
[email protected]
Flavia Gaspar says
Congratulations on the lovely dress; I’ve been eyeing this pattern since it was first released and eager to try it!
Pam says
Awesome pattern! Would love to win so I can sew it up for my 3 granddaughters!!
Heidi Amber says
Love it! The baby tights are too much! 🙂 Love how you paired dots with dots. My little miss DEFinitely needs a dress like this. Would love towin the pattern!
Pattij says
Gorgeous dress! Would love to win for my granddaughters!
Evin5 at aol dot com
Adela Steinberg says
I love this pattern tour. It is so fun to see what everyone has come up with! This look is my favorite. Natalie is just adorable. I have a 16-month old daughter, so I love seeing the creations you make.
Hannah says
Too cute! I love the dress version!
Chiara says
Great dress and great pattern! I’d love to try it
thanks for the giveaway
Mrs. S says
What a great giveaway. Thanks for the chance to enter 🙂
Melinda says
I love your fabric choice and the drop waist. super cute!
meg says
What an awesome pattern! Would love to give it a go for my two little ladies!i
Mrs. Rachel says
So cute! And that pattern truly does look versatile.
Celestial says
Natalie is soooo adorable in that outfit! Gonna have to check out those boots too. And you’re right, so many options with this pattern. It could make one’s head spin!
The Carnahan Family says
Love this pattern. I would love to make a few myself! Thank you!
Kathryn
gracehepburn says
I think anything you put on Natalie is adorable but I LOVE that dress with the leggings and boots! eek so cute
Ruthy says
Super cute with tights and boots!
Lisa Burger says
Would love to win! Natalie’s looking older, so cute! I remember her crawling back during PR&P pics 😉
Jenny says
I love your version of this pattern – it’s the first one to really catch my eye! I’d love to win a copy!!
Nancy says
Such a sweet and comfy-looking bateau! Your daughter is absolutely adorable!! Would love to win this pattern, thanks for the chance.
nique says
Thanks for the opportunity
Sarah S says
What a cute dress!!
Elizabeth says
What a sweet pattern. I see it working is so many different fabrics.
Katie says
I have a daughter who would love to have a dress like that!
Christy says
Love it Love
lil'monkeysmama says
What a sweet pattern.
Erin A says
Adorable!! I'm sold on knit sewing now too. It's such a natural transition from beautiful summer dresses, to go into cozy soft knit dresses. Love it!
Sydney Lund says
Love the dress pattern! My baby is only 8 weeks old but it never hurts to start stalking up on bigger patterns!
Tara says
This is darling!
I'll have to go check out the other versions since I'm intrigued now
Stephanie Fazio (aka lealou) says
Absolutely adorable!
Jaye says
My daughter would love this!
db says
Looks like a great pattern. Thx for the chance to win. Your little girl looks ADORABLE in it.
Krista Hansen says
Natalie looks adorable!!! I'd love to try out this pattern for my own two girls.
ubermom says
Wow there's a lot of entries! I haven't sewed much lately for my oldest girls ages 16 and 14 but I'd love to try this for my littlest 11 month old! So sweet!
Rebecca Herrmann says
Love the dress! My almost 3 year old could need one 🙂
Nicole Cuellar says
i can't wait to make this dress from girls. Being a mom of four girls, i love making clothes for them and myself. I just wished my teenager would let me make her clothes. Can't wait till my newborn is just big enough to make this dress for her.
Fancy That Notion says
Love this pattern! Thanks for the opportunity to win:) fancythatnotion at gmail dot com
lesjuponsdesuzon says
Ohh, I would love to try this dress ! Thanks for this giveaway, I will keep my fingers crossed ! hi from Paris/
lindseykelly says
so cute! i love how comfy but still stylish is!
charlene cane says
so cute. I always want to make my daughter cute outfits but chicken out.
Jessica says
My niece would look so cute in that dress!!!
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Mary says
I really like your silver and navy combination. I'd love to try this pattern, even if I don't win!
stylememary (at) gmail (dot) com
erinlaughs says
I've been seeing this dress everywhere and love it! So versatile!
Kathryn Gulding says
Looks like a great pattern. I'd like to make dresses and tops for 4 of my 5 daughters with it! I think my 13 year old could help sew some of them!!
Thanks for the give-a-way!
Lia Z says
Oh, what a beautiful pattern! Your fabric choices are excellent of course!
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