The Pippi Pinafore

With a fitted bib, deep patch pockets and fun side button fastening, Pippi is a fresh take on the classic overall dress, combining comfort with a sleek and playful silhouette.

 

New Extended Size Range – A to F cups in sizes 6 to 34!
Up to hip 159.5cm or 62 3/4″

Check out the new Size Guide Info here.

 

 

The Details

The Pippi Pinafore will become your favourite go-to weekend dress. Darts and gently curved sides shape the bib, creating a silhouette that works across multiple bust sizes. The pleated front skirt and side button placket create a relaxed look while also stepping your sewing repertoire up a few notches.

Straps cross over the back and fasten to the bib using your choice of overall hardware or buttons (depending on what you have in your stash). And deep, curved patch pockets make sure you have room for everything you might need throughout the day.

Casual meets practical with a relaxed fit around the waist and hips. and when paired with a fitted knit Gable or Esme top (both available in the JLH Curve sizes) or your favourite shirt (perhaps an Aisling Blouse?), you’ll be ready for a weekend away in the woods or your favourite weekend brunch spot.

 

Sizing

The Pippi Pinafore now comes in both the Original and Curve sizes individually, or in an economical bundle option where you can access both size ranges together, from 6 to 34 with cups A to F. You can find the new sizing information here, including how to choose your cup size.

Pippi is drafted for an average height of 170cm or 5’7″

 

Multiple Bust Cups

Pippi is perfect for those who like the bib-style pinafore dress, but want more shaping around the bust for a better fit. With cup sizes A to F included, you’ll no longer need to make additional bust adjustments for the perfect fit.

Included in the instructions are a full set of Finished Garment Measurements, as well as detailed instructions on choosing the right size for your unique shape.

 

Skill Level

Pippi is a perfect project for the adventurous beginner seamstress and beyond.

Learn techniques like top-stitching, constructing a side button fastening and attaching patch pockets.

 

Fabric Options

Pippi has you covered year round – made up in chambray or linen and paired with your favourite t-shirt, you’ll be summer ready. And when winter temperatures hit, choose wool, corduroy or denim for the perfect dress layered over tights and boots.

Fabric with structure and some drape work best, but stiffer fabrics will lend a more defined quality to your Pippi Pinafore.

Lining Fabric:

The bib, waistband and button band are all lined pattern pieces – it’s important to choose a light-weight lining to keep bulky seams to a minimum (especially if you have a heavier weight fabric in mind). Cotton lawn, voile and poplin make great options, as do quilting cottons when using a lighter weight fabric for your main garment.

 

Meet the Models

Tatenda – Curve

Tatenda is wearing a 24E Pippi Pinafore graded to a 28 waist+hip. Bib height was shortened by 1.5cm using the lengthen/shorten line included on the pattern and the skirt had approximately 8cm removed from the skirt length, to account for Tatenda being shorter than the 170cm (5’7″) height Pippi is designed for.

High Bust: 120cm / 47 1/4″

Full Bust: 130cm / 51 1/4″

Waist: 117cm / 46″

Hip: 145cm / 57 1/8″

Height: 157cm / 5’2″

 

Jen – Original

Jen wears a straight 10C Pippi Pinafore out to a size 12 waist+hip. No other adjustments were made to the pattern.

High Bust: 84cm / 33 1/8″

Full Bust: 89cm / 35″

Waist: 76cm / 30″

Hip: 101cm / 39 3/4″

Height: 170cm / 5″ 7′