Sweater Dresses

Who says you can’t wear a dress outside in the winter? Especially if you make it from cozy fleece, defy seasonal norms and wear a sweater dress with a pair of wool leggings any time of year.

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37 Patterns Found

Alexis Hoodie Dress

by Sinclair

Fabric recommendations: Medium to heavy weight knits with at least 20% stretch, such as sweatshirt fleece, french terry, or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 50.5", Waist: 23.5" - 44", Hips: 34" - 53.5"

A photo of a finished Alexis Hoodie Dress.

Alta Sweatshirt Dress

by Greenstyle Creations

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with 40% 4-way stretch, such as french terry, sweater knits, or heavy jerseys. For the cuffs, rib knits with 75% stretch.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 61", Waist: 22" - 57", Hips: 33" - 62"

Published: 2022-10-18

A photo of a finished Alta Sweatshirt Dress.

Amelia Top, Tunic, and Dress

by 5 out of 4

Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight knits with at least 25% 4-way stretch, such as cotton jersey, bamboo jersey, light french terry, or rayon blend knits.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 60", Waist: 25" - 54", Hips: 33" - 61"

Published: 2022-10-14

A photo of a finished Amelia Top, Tunic, and Dress.

Beryl Bomber Dress

by Named

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight wovens with structure, such as brocade, neoprene, or jacquard.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 41", Waist: 23.5" - 34.5", Hips: 33" - 44"

A photo of a finished Beryl Bomber Dress.

Billie Sweatshirt & Dress

by Tilly and the Buttons

Fabric recommendations: Medium or heavy weight knits with at least 10% stretch, such as sweatshirt fleece, french terry, ponte, double knit, interlock, or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 60", Waist: 24" - 53", Hips: 33" - 53"

A photo of a finished Billie Sweatshirt & Dress.

Breezy Top and Dress

by Ellie & Mac

Highly adjustable and personalizable dress pattern.

Fabric recommendations: Light weight knits with four way 50% stretch, such as double brushed poly, ITY, or modal.

Size range: Chest: 29" - 56", Waist: 23.5" - 51", Hips: 33.5" - 59"

A photo of a finished Breezy Top and Dress.

Brighton Pullover

by Greenstyle Creations

Fabric recommendations: Mid to heavy weight knits, with or without stretch, such as french terry, sweater knits, liverpool, or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 61", Waist: 22" - 57", Hips: 32" - 62"

Published: 2023-01-31

A photo of a finished Brighton Pullover.

Buttercup Sweatshirt

by Mood Sewciety

Fabric recommendations: Mid to heavy weight knits, such as french terry, sweater knits, sweatshirt fleece, velour, rib knits, or activewear fabrics.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 59.5", Waist: 23" - 51.5", Hips: 34" - 63.5"

Published: 2022-01-21

A photo of a finished Buttercup Sweatshirt.

Coco Top & Dress

by Tilly and the Buttons

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight knits with very little stretch, such as ponte di roma, double knit, interlock, or low-stretch jersey.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 60", Waist: 24" - 53", Hips: 33" - 61"

A photo of a finished Coco Top & Dress.

Coral Sweater and Dress

by Paprika

Fabric recommendations: Heavy weight knits with only 10-20% stretch, such as sweatshirt fleece or brushed sweater knit. Use the same fabric or a rib knit for the cuffs, and a cotton jersey for the pocket lining.

Size range: Chest: 33.5" - 63.5", Waist: 26" - 55", Hips: 35.5" - 64"

Published: 2021-10-25

A photo of a finished Coral Sweater and Dress.

Dorian Dress

by Mood Sewciety

Fabric recommendations: Mid to heavy weight knits with moderate stretch, such as french terry, stretch velour, waffle knits, rib knit, or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 59.5", Waist: 23" - 51.5", Hips: 34" - 63.5"

Published: 2022-02-11

A photo of a finished Dorian Dress.

Eeny Meeny Miny Moe Bodysuit

by Peekaboo

babies & kids

Fabric recommendations: Light to mid weight knits with at least 40% stretch, such as cotton jersey, ITY, rayon jersey, french terry, sweater knits, or rib knits.

Size range: Weight: 5 lbs - 38 lbs, Height: 17” - 41”

A photo of a finished Eeny Meeny Miny Moe Bodysuit.

Essential Turtleneck

by Peekaboo

kids & adults

Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight knits with at least 50% stretch, such as rib knits, sweater knits, double brushed poly, cotton jersey, or waffle knits.

Size range: Chest: 20" - 58", Waist: 20" - 50", Hips: 20" - 59"

A photo of a finished Essential Turtleneck.

Fielder Sweatshirt and Sweater Dress

by Merchant & Mills

Fabric recommendations: Midweight wovens such as linen, linen wool blend, tencel/linen, soft cotton, needlecord, hemp/cotton blends, jacquard cotton, 5 oz denim, light flannel, or crepe. Use a rib knit for the neckband and shirt hem.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 42", Waist: 24" - 35", Hips: 34" - 44"

A photo of a finished Fielder Sweatshirt and Sweater Dress.

Gemma Maxi Dress and Sweatshirt

by Named

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight knits with 30-50% stretch, such as sweatshirting, french terry, velour, stretch velvet, neoprene, or scuba. For the dress, make sure the fabric keeps its structure.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 41", Waist: 23.5" - 34.5", Hips: 33" - 44"

A photo of a finished Gemma Maxi Dress and Sweatshirt.

Hazel Dress

by Viki Sews

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight knits with high stretch, such as sweater knits, rib knits, or ponte.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 45.5", Waist: 23.5" - 38", Hips: 34" - 48"

Published: 2023-02-14

A photo of a finished Hazel Dress.

Hepburn Top and Dress

by Patterns for Pirates

A slim fitting dress or top with sleeve & length variations.

babies & kids & adults

Fabric recommendations: Light to mid weight knits with lots of stretch, such as athletic spandex blends, cotton lycra, double brushed poly, rayon spandex blends, or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 17" - 54", Waist: 17.5" - 50", Hips: 17.5" - 58"

A photo of a finished Hepburn Top and Dress.

Hoodie Dress

by Assembly Line

Fabric recommendations: Mid weight wovens such as denim, linen, cotton twill, cotton crepe, or lightweight canvas.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 54.5", Waist: 25" - 49.5", Hips: 36" - 54.5"

A photo of a finished Hoodie Dress.

Hot Chocolate Sweatshirt

by Waves & Wild

kids

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with about 50% stretch, such as french terry, sweatshirt fleece, brushed fleece, or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 14" - 29.5", Waist: 13" - 26", Hips: 14" - 31"

A photo of a finished Hot Chocolate Sweatshirt.

Hot Coffee Sweatshirt

by Waves & Wild

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with about 50% stretch, such as french terry, sweatshirt fleece, brushed fleece, or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 60", Waist: 25" - 61", Hips: 29" - 68"

A photo of a finished Hot Coffee Sweatshirt.

Jasper Sweater and Dress

by Paprika

Fabric recommendations: Mid to heavy weight knits, such as sweatshirt fleece, jogging fabric, or french terry. Cotton jersey for the pocket lining.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 63", Waist: 24.5" - 55.5", Hips: 34" - 64.5"

A photo of a finished Jasper Sweater and Dress.

Jemma Tunic

by Sinclair

Fabric recommendations: Mid to heavy weight knits with at least 20% 4-way stretch and medium recovery, such as cotton jersey, brushed poly, stretch velvet, french terry, sweater knits, or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 50.5", Waist: 23.5" - 44", Hips: 34" - 53.5"

A photo of a finished Jemma Tunic.

Jersey Dress

by Peppermint Mag

This pattern is a collaboration with the designers at In The Folds!

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with at least 20% stretch, such as cotton jersey, sweater knits, french terry, or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 32" - 40", Waist: 26" - 34", Hips: 35" - 43"

A photo of a finished Jersey Dress.

Lauren Draped Top and Dress

by Sinclair

Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight well-draping knits with at least 50% horizontal and 30% vertical stretch, such as cotton jersey or rib knits. For a more relaxed look, try rayon jersey, double brushed poly, or lightweight sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 50.5", Waist: 23.5" - 44", Hips: 34" - 53.5"

A photo of a finished Lauren Draped Top and Dress.

Lola Sweater Dress

by Victory

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight knits with 20% horizontal stretch, such as french terry or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 32" - 58", Waist: 24" - 50", Hips: 34" - 60"

A photo of a finished Lola Sweater Dress.

Nathalie Sweatshirt and Tunic

by Jalie

kids & adults

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight knits with at least 30% 4-way stretch, such as french terry, sweatshirt fleece with spandex, ponte di roma, sweater knit, or jersey with spandex. For the cuffs, use the same fabric or a rib knit.

Size range: Chest: 20.5" - 51", Waist: 21" - 46", Hips: 21" - 54"

Published: 2022-05-24

A photo of a finished Nathalie Sweatshirt and Tunic.

Nicolette Colourblocked Top and Dress

by DIBY

Fabric recommendations: Lightweight knits with lots of stretch, such as jersey or light french terry.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 63", Waist: 24" - 60", Hips: 34" - 67"

A photo of a finished Nicolette Colourblocked Top and Dress.

Noelle Sweater Dress and Poncho

by Mood Sewciety

Fabric recommendations: Heavy weight knits with about 75% horizontal stretch, such as chunky rib knits or sweater knits.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 59.5", Waist: 23" - 51.5", Hips: 34" - 63.5"

Published: 2022-10-07

A photo of a finished Noelle Sweater Dress and Poncho.

Oversized Sweatshirt and Dress

by Make It Yours

Fabric recommendations: Midweight cozy knits, such as french terry, sweatshirt fleece, or cotton jersey.

Size range: Chest: 32" - 48", Waist: 27" - 40", Hips: 35" - 50"

Published: 2022-01-02

A photo of a finished Oversized Sweatshirt and Dress.

Rauha Tee and Tee Dress

by Named

Fabric recommendations: Medium to heavy weight knits with 30 - 50% stretch, such as cotton jersey, interlock, or sweatshirt fleece. For the collar choose a rigid but not too stiff rib knit that has a good recovery and 40 - 50% stretch.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 53", Waist: 23.5" - 46.5", Hips: 33" - 56"

Published: 2022-03-03

A photo of a finished Rauha Tee and Tee Dress.

Rosa Tulip Dress and Top

by DIBY

Fabric recommendations: Knits with at least 40% 2-way stretch, such as cotton jersey, french terry, sweatshirt fleece, or sweater knits. For a more structured look, try it in a ponte knit.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 63", Waist: 24" - 60", Hips: 34" - 67"

A photo of a finished Rosa Tulip Dress and Top.

Salma Dress

by Sew Over It

Fabric recommendations: Medium to heavy weight table knits such as ponte, french terry, sweater knits, or sweatshirt fleece.

Size range: Chest: 31" - 57", Waist: 24" - 50", Hips: 34" - 60"

A photo of a finished Salma Dress.

Sandy Handkerchief Hem Tunic

by Sinclair

Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight knit fabric with at least 30-50% horizontal and 10-20% vertical stretch. A heavier knit like ponte will give it structure, while sweater knits or jersey will drape for dayz.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 60", Waist: 23.5" - 52.5", Hips: 34" - 63"

A photo of a finished Sandy Handkerchief Hem Tunic.

Saturday Sweatshirt

by Peekaboo

babies & kids & adults

Fabric recommendations: Midweight knits with at least 30% stretch, such as sweatshirt fleece, french terry, sweatshirt minky, or waffle fleece.

Size range: Chest: 18" - 58", Waist: 18" - 50", Hips: 18" - 59"

A photo of a finished Saturday Sweatshirt.

Soho Dolman Top, Tunic, and Minidress

by Sinclair

Fabric recommendations: Lightweight knits such as jersey or light french terry. It should have at least 20-30% horizontal and 10-20% vertical stretch.

Size range: Chest: 31.5" - 60", Waist: 23.5" - 52.5", Hips: 34" - 63"

A photo of a finished Soho Dolman Top, Tunic, and Minidress.

To the Point Tunic and Dress

by Ellie & Mac

A tunic and dress pattern with a pointed hem detail.

Fabric recommendations: Mid weight knits with four way 50% stretch, such as bamboo french terry, athletic polyester, or cotton jersey.

Size range: Chest: 29" - 60", Waist: 23.5" - 59", Hips: 33.5" - 63"

A photo of a finished To the Point Tunic and Dress.

Zadie Dress

by Tilly and the Buttons

The Zadie is a knee-length knit dress with an option of cap, three-quarter or full-length raglan sleeves.

Fabric recommendations: Medium weight stretch knits with at least 20% horizontal stretch and good recovery, like ponte, double knit, interlock, or jersey.

Size range: Chest: 30" - 48", Waist: 24" - 42", Hips: 33" - 51"

A photo of a finished Zadie Dress.