Lilja is a charmingly unique wrap garment that comes in three different variations: an ankle-length dress, a pinafore dress and a blouse. You can sew any of the variations either sleeveless or with bohemian, ¾-length puff sleeves. You can also choose either a round or square neckline, or a combination of both. The round neckline can be finished with either a facing or a binding with back vent and ties. This versatile garment is both simple to sew and easy to wear.
Skill level: Intermediate
Materials & supplies
Dress: Fusible interfacing, 165 cm (1 ¾ yd)
Pinafore: Fusible interfacing, 200 cm (2 1/8 yd)
Blouse: Fusible interfacing, 25 cm (1/4 yd)
(Dress: 4 cm (1 5/8”) binding, 145 cm (1 5/8 yd))
(Blouse: 4 cm (1 5/8”) binding, 200 cm (2 1/8 yd))
Fabric suggestions:
For any variation, choose a light or medium weight non-stretch fabric. You can opt for a low drape shirting, such as poplin or light seersucker, or choose a fabric with drape, for example crepe or rayon challis. If your variation features bindings, you can cut them from your fabric, or use a premade binding.
Fabric suggestions
Choose a light jersey with a stretch percentage of 40 to 50%. If your fabric is drapey, or has low recovery, choose a separate rib knit for the neckband. The neckband fabric should be approximately the same weight as the main fabric.
