5 FREE Halter Neck Patterns

What is a Halter Neck?

A Halter Neck design feature is a strap of fabric that sits around the back of the neck, this can work with a range of different fastenings and essentially creates a sleeveless garment. Favourable in 60's and 70's dress designs, this style is most seen in the summer months on tops, dresses, swimwear and jumpsuits.

High-street Halter-neck Garments

Here's a selection of on-trend halter-neck garments that are hitting the shops this season from the likes of TKMaxx, Jo Browns and George to inspire your next make!

5 FREE Halter Neck Patterns

The bonus of a classic halter neck design is that it works on a range of different garments. We've rounded-up a selection of free patterns which work for a range of abilities and can be made in fabric of your choice! There's something for everyone in this collection, click the links below to find the pattern you love!

Nautical Halter Neck Dress

Draft your own pattern using the measurements in this handy guide to create a fun nautical halter neck dress. Swap the fabric and rope trim to create custom dresses for a range of special occasions.

Petunia Halter Neck Romper

Mood have done it again with this colourful romper for the summer months! The Petunia Romper features a halter neckline, a zipped back, and an adorable cut-out in the front to keep you cool and chic in the sun this season.

Children's Halter Neck Dress

This handy tutorial is a beginner-friendly pattern for the kids which could easily be sized up for adults. Designer Rebecca created this make for a child's bridesmaid dress which can also work for more casual fabrics as seen below.

Cordia High-Waisted Halter Swimsuit

Sewing a swimsuit is a fun new challenge for many, this high-waisted, halter neck design is a great place to start! This flattering free pattern from Mood requires neoprene and mesh fabrics with a full photo guide to help you navigate the tricky bits!

Easy Summer Halter Neck Dress

Whip up this easy halter dress in an afternoon as it features four pattern pieces, a gathered bust and simple strap detailing. Create this dress in all your favourite fabrics to make a new capsule collection!

BONUS PATTERN

Ava Sundress Pattern

Download the beautiful Ava dress sewing pattern today, absolutely free. Ava Gardner was a sultry beauty from the 1950s, famous for her femme fatale roles and her marriage to Frank Sinatra. We think she'd love this glamourous style. Why not try it in classic 50s polka dots? This pattern includes templates and instructions.

Try out these halter neck designs for your summer wardrobe and share them with us on CraftWorld! If you're looking for more sewing content on CraftWorld, check out the following links;

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Happy Sewing,

Betty