Learn to sew your own Cowl Neck Mini Dress with this beginner-friendly digital sewing pattern from Sew Skimpy. Designed for stretch fabrics, this sleek mini dress features a soft draped cowl neckline and adjustable S-hook back closure for a clean, minimal finish. The silhouette balances comfort and style, making it perfect for costume looks, dance parties, cosplay, raves, or elevated casual wear depending on fabric choice. The pattern is formatted for at-home printing, color-coded by size, and includes a follow-along sewing tutorial to guide you through construction with confidence.
✨ Includes
XS–L sizes
One coverage option: mini dress
US Letter print format (8.5” x 11”)
US & metric test squares
Color-coded layers by size
Written instructions with construction notes
Step-by-step video tutorial
🧵 What You Will Need
1 yard of 2- or 4-way stretch fabric, 58”–60” wide
Matching thread
¾” S-hook (optional)
Regular home sewing machine with zig-zag & straight stitch
Optional serger or coverstitch machine
🧵 Assembly (Shortened Instructions)
Sew the lower back seam using a ¼” seam allowance.
Attach or shorten back neck straps depending on whether you are using an S-hook closure.
Hem all raw edges with a stretch-friendly stitch.
Install the S-hook on the right back strap and create the loop opening on the left strap.
Full, detailed step-by-step instructions are included in the PDF pattern.
💻 Digital Download
This is a digital PDF sewing pattern available for instant download after purchase. No physical item will be shipped. Due to the nature of digital products, refunds or exchanges are not available.
🎥 Sewing Tutorial
Follow along with a complete step-by-step assembly tutorial to guide you through sewing the cowl neck mini dress from start to finish.
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