McCall’s M7871 Easy Tunic and Dress Pattern
The McCall Pattern Company and Team Nancy Zieman are delighted to bring you The Nancy Zieman Productions TM Collection of sewing patterns designed for those of us who love to sew and have limited sewing time.
We’re designing patterns to be sewn with Nancy Zieman’s innovative sewing techniques. Within each of our McCall’s patterns, we give you construction tips and specific hints how sewing notions can be used to save time. You’ll find that in a matter of hours you can sew fashion garments and make your daily style pop.
McCall’s M7871 Knit Dress and Tunic Pattern
McCall’s M7871 Knit Dress and Tunic Pattern by Team NZP! It’s multisized. Add a statement necklace, or a scarf with gold or silver accents, and you’ll sparkle at your holiday gathering.
NEW! McCall’s M7871 Knit Tunic View A
Loose-fitting pullover tunic View A Tunic has side front and side back insets, easy welt pockets, and 3/4 sleeves with vent.
NEW! McCall’s M7871 Knit Dress View B
This update on the classic shift dress is a loose-fitting, pullover design. View B has side front and side back insets, easy mock-welt pockets, long sleeves, and slightly longer length that the View A Tunic.
McCall’s M7871 Knit Dress and Tunic Pattern is multisized and includes sizes 6-8-10-12-14-16-18-20-22! View A and view B both include a flattering V-neckline with designer darts—easy designer details! We chose Ponte knits with lycra for style and comfort, when sewing our tunic and dress.
McCall’s has been a supportive sponsor of the “Sewing with Nancy” television show, hosted by Nancy Zieman. “Sewing with Nancy” is available on public television, Create TV, and online at nancyzieman.com. Tune in and join Nancy and friends for 30 minutes of how-to TV—emphasizing contemporary sewing techniques with Nancy Zieman’s signature timesaving techniques.
For a chance to win a copy of NZP’s NEW! McCall’s M7871 Knit Dress and Tunic Pattern, please leave a comment below. The McCall Pattern Company will give away one pattern to one US resident in the 48 contiguous states.
The randomly selected winner of a Afternoon Picnic Fat Quarter Pack fabric pack from the March 16 blog post is Judy G.
Her comment is: Oh…I have the No Hassle Triangles Quilt Blocks book! I love this windmill block. Now to make time to put this together! (I have Richard’s book, too. I sure do miss Nancy).
Happy Sewing,
Team Nancy Zieman
Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC.
Sue S.
The shorter length would be perfect for leggings !
Jacqueline Hofflander
Like the poshest and is a pull over?
Carol P
Fun for Florida weather.
Tamara
I see me in this top
Sue Anderson
The shorter length is perfect for leggings or skinny pants.
Diane
Looks as though this could easily be adjusted to fit.
Judy Hawkins
Love this pattern. Looks so comfortable and really classy. Prettiest pattern I have seen in a long time but then that’s because it’s a Nancy Zieman pattern. Have so many of her patterns.
Susie Q
Ideal for travel.
Patsy Adams
I have been looking for a pattern I saw on Sewing with Nancy some time ago. I am not sure if it is a McCall’s pattern. It featured sewing with the new knits and had several outfits in the same pattern. I think it had jacket, vest?, shell, pants or skirt. I made notes as to number, but now can’t find them. Can you help?
Mary Wippold
I used to sew my own clothes but for the last few years it’s been mostly quilts because i haven’t found a dress pattern that I like. This knit dress and tunic pattern is definitely something I want. I’ve been wanting to get back to sewing some of my own clothes and this fits the bill.
Laurie S.
Looks like a very figure flattering pattern.
Susan Spiers
I love that this dress and/or tunic is perfect for knit fabric!
Terri Jordan
I love the look of this! It looks like it would even look beautiful in a short blouse version coming down to just below the belt line? It looks so comfortable and chic. I would put this pattern on my must make list for sure!
P.J. Miller
Cute! I’d like one.
Estelle
I would love to make this tunic but would want to alter the neckline. I think it would be an easy adjustment to make a crew neck.
Ennis A Weeks
Love this!! In both the tunic view and for a dress!!! Pockets are cute on the front. Thanks!!
Shirley C
This is so stylish–I can see myself in the tunic in a knit.
Kathleen Sergas
I love both of these tunics..they look very comfortable
Vivian Oaks
Thanks so much for the chance to win!! I love Nancy’s shows and all the great tools she came up with during her short time on earth. She is surely missed….
J. Martha Greatrex
Looks amazingly flattering for many body types.
maria elena blecha
Looks like the perfect top for a trip to Barcelona!!!
Joyce Migliore
Love this tunic and dress!
Lorri Baxter
I love the lines of this dress. Simple but stylish. Appears easy to make and comfortable wearing. Dress it up or keep it casual. Love love love it.
Cheryl K
I love wearing tunics with leggings and am always looking for stylish, classy patterns. The designer details in this pattern are a plus.
Joan Zamojcin
I have started wearing leggings lately for their comfort – however, I feel more modest and comfortable with a tunic top, and this is perfect.
Pat D.
Love the pattern. Looks like a good one for older people like me. Good to cover stomach and rear. It also looks easy to make.
Carolyne Schroth
Looks easy to make and would be comfortable to wear.
Paula Barton
This looks like a great pattern for some color blocking! Putting this on my list of ‘Want to Makes.’
LoAnn
I love this pattern. I have a few high-low tops, but looking for something longer in the front as well. This pattern fits the bill.
Pat D.
Love the pattern. It looks as though it would be a good one for me, an older person with a little putruding stomach and rear, you know, the “middle age spread”.
Clovis
Always looking for ways to sew simple items.
Deborah G
Super cute
marcine
looks easy to make and fit….will look for the pattern, but hope i win
Kim Holder
Love this! Looks super easy too! 🙂
diane c
Having just received a serger, I am looking for things to make with it. This pattern would be great!
Carolyn T
Great looking tunic and perfect back to sewing project. I can feel the versatility with adding a tunic to my wardrobe!
Lorraine Alves
Nancy’s patterns reflect real women and fit both in terms of style and function. This pattern is perfect in both solid colors as shown and in a pattern/floral design.
Susan Bundy
So cute. Totally love it and so want to make it!
Linda Clark
I have been looking for a tunic dress that I liked. I would start with making it. Thanks for the pattern.
Carolyn Newsome
As stated above: large swollen tummy as a result of reflux. Fitted garments fit one day and tight the next. This pattern would be perfect.
Vickie Shivler
Beautiful style! Very figure flattering and comfortable!
Jamie Todhunter
This would be a perfect top for my daughter. Thanks for a chance to win one.
Kar
Looks like a fun tunic to sew..quick and easy pullover, and stylish too! A great combination serger and sewing machine project.
Eileen
Lovely pattern, looks crazy comfortable, too! Nancy’s techniques always simplify tricky design features, too.
Nanci
I love this pattern. It looks like it could hide myriad body problems that, like many other people, I’m always looking to cover.
Charlene McFee
Another one of Nancy’s good suggestions for a cute top! And, it definitely will cover all that needs covered! Ha.
Linda Nelson
I love this pattern! So flattering.
Janice Wasson
This is one pattern I think I can make! It looks comfy and stylish. I am looking forward to sewing this together.
Mary E
I’ve been looking for a great knit dress pattern. This looks like it!
Sharon
I like the looser, longer fit.
Barbara B
This looks easy, especially if it includes tips from Nancy. I haven’t sewn anything for myself in a long time. As I’m now a “mature” adult or better known as “old” , I have a hard time finding ready-wear that fits or is flattering. This looks flattering and comfortable. Would love to have this pattern.
Barbara Frasier
The pattern opens lots of possibilities for fabric options
suzanne guthrie
thinking of doing some color blocking with this!
evans s
I like this pattern, I will have to get it.
Shirley Clark
I love the V-neck style!
Mary Jo Barclay
What a beautiful pattern! I would love to have this in my collection.
Bev Martin
This tunic pattern looks like a great choice for my upcoming class reunion.
ellen cooley
looks like a great pattern for an elderly lady, where can I get it?
Mary Green
How beautiful. I’ve just started sewing for myself again and hunk this would be a great addition to my wardrobe.
Linda
Oh! I love this pattern,
Donna McAfee
This looks like a great addition to my closet!
Andrea Letourneau
Love the pockets and side inset details.
Margaret Scott
Would be delighted to make both tunics. I like the pockets.
Rachel R
Love the pattern and pocket
Debbi
Sew cute, the pockets are awesome. Can’t wait to make this
Linda Martindale
This looks like a pattern that would make transitioning back to garment sewing from quilting very easy.
Erin Murphy
This is a wonderful knit pattern! I’m so glad that Nancy’s Team are producing wonderful projects!
Nancy Fairchild
AT age 84, I find I have many figure challenges. Every thing seems to go South as I age. I carry my weight in my butt, hips and thighs. This pattern looks as if it will cover all those areas nicely.
Alice Sloey
You’ve got a winner!! Style, fit, and fits any age. Thanks girls!
Liz Fergus
Love this pattern. I would make a couple of tops right away.
Laurie
I can see lots of style possibilities with this pattern. This would be a great pattern to sew after being away from clothes sewing for a long time. I really like it!
Susan Du
Absolutely stunning! Thanks for the opportunity to win.
Marilyn Jade
I have other Nancy patterns clear and easy to read. Would love to make this one also may Nancy be forever in our hearts mgj
Marilyn Fite
This is a very slimming pattern, comfortable, easy to make…ideal for me! A number of different fabrics could be used.
Lois Hoch
Large stomach. This tunic pattern would be perfect.
Definitely something I would like.
Darlene
This tunic looks so comfortable. I would love to make one today!
Christy
I love this pattern. I want to start sewing some clothes again and this would be a perfect pattern to make!
ArdisLynn
This pattern is just my style.
Susan McBean
Love the options…and since I am a POCKET person, it is perfect. Have fun sewing is right !
Joyce K. Weinbrenner
Like the pattern and would make it as a tunic. Maybe with a second color as the side insert.
Debbie
I love the length. Would love to add a cowl neck line either as a permanent or removable feature,
Kitty M
Love the style & many options! Looking for something to revive my sewing mojo & this could be it!
Sandra
I would enjoy this tunic style with pockets!
Velma Race
Classic style with Nancy Zieman pizazz. Love it!
Charlotte Nydegger
this looks like the ready made top I have been wanting to recreate. Since it is also knit, I think this pattern would be perfect. The matching pants are simple with added elastic at the cuff and zippered pockets on the front, both easily copied. I would then have my favorite outfit recreated.
Susan T
What cute detailing in the waist area. You have done the Nancy Brand proud.
Phyllis
Awesome pattern! Once again confirming my thoughts that McCall’s makes sewing clothes easy, just like Nancy Zieman.
Joyce
Very fashionable for my short fiigure. Should make life comfortable and easy.
Liz
Love this pattern. It will make a great work outfit for my second grade teacher daughter. Pockets are essential!
Carol Elmer
Love the pattern. Clean classic and wearable. Just looks like what I need.
Valerie W
Love this tunic – would love to make a few of these to wear on my October cruise.
Cindy S Holthaus
Looks like a pattern I have been looking for. Love Sewing with Nancy. She has such informative information.
Bonnye
I really like the pattern. I would color block it. Really neat.
Judy
Love this pattern. Would love to make these for summer.
Donna
Interesting pattern. I am always on the look out for a new tunic pattern.
Karen Christensen
Love it! It looks like something I can sew easily on my serger.
Barbara Carrubba
Looks stylish and super simple to sew!
Vera Beach
Looks simple, classy, and comfy!
Connie Spencer
What a great pattern for comfort and color blocking.
Cynthia T
Great pattern!
Regina Harris
Great pattern for a tunic and I always get excellent results with Nancy’s patterns.
Florence Dupuis
Love the tunic. I really need to make a couple for me.
Cynthia Dermer
This is an awesome pattern! Perfect for church, shopping, and so many more things! And the pockets are a bonus!!!
Louise Johnson
I love the simplicity of this pattern, yet it has great detail — the best of both worlds!!!
Renee Aubert Henley
I have learned so much from Nancy over the decades I’m glad to see her commitment to educating us sewists continue.
MaryFrances
Beautiful pattern, have been watching Nancy ‘s program since late 70s and have incorporated many of her techniques into my sewing.
Sharon Neilsen
This is just what I’ve been looking for! Been wanting some nice tunics like this. Glad to see Nancy’s legacy is continuing, she was a wonderful lady.
Laura
Love this. Just starting to sew again after retiring, this is a great project for me.
Sandy Garrett
I love this pattern and can see myself making a lot of these.
Betty Feusner
Love that this has the pockets!
Ann L. DeVore
I love the lines of this both for a top and a dress. The pocket is an added bonus especially for someone who must have pockets. I cannot wait to make this in both styles.
Bonnie Jo Berg
I love tunics and this pattern has lots of style!
kathy
Great pattern! Would love to get back into sewing for myself
Anne Lilleberg
This looks so cute and comfortable!
I’m excited to make one…or more!
DeAnna S
Awesome pattern. Love the 3/4 length sleeves!
Jayne Miller
Love this look. Can’t wait to make the tunic.
maggie diamante
luv the look been seeking a tunic now i know where it is
thanks Mcall for pairing with Nancy
maggie diamante
luv the look been seeking a tunic now i know where it is
thanks McCall for pairing with Nancy
Margaret W Hinson
That look like a pattern I would like.
Marilyn Dunstan
This tunic pattern would be a perfect one for me and it looks like it would be easy to make with no zipper.
Esther
I would love this pattern! I like the tunic length to cover my belly, but store-bought are always too long for this 5’3″” tall lady. The dress would be cute on its own, too!
Linda McCamey
I haven’t seen in years. I would like to sew this tunic dress. It’s my fave style with leggings. If Nancy has tutorials online I can take advantage of that when I need help.
Thank you.
Patricia A Connell
The dress/tunic knit fabric pattern can be a go anywhere success! It has been a long time since I viewed a pattern using knit fabric that I was inspired to purchased.
Leslee Simler
The 3/4 sleeve is always a hit with me! And POCKETS!! Yes!! So many items are missing pockets – Thanks, Nancy, for this important inclusion. I get a lot of compliments on my tunics and this will definitely prove multi-purpose – I even have some fabric in my stash!
CarolR
I’m looking forward to sewing the longer tunic. Thanks for these bits of sewing inspiration.
Diane
Luv the pattern – three fourth sleeve and pockets are a must then the pattern is so versatile-great for a wardrobe pattern – would luv to win this pattern.
Valarie Erekson
I have been looking for a tunic pattern that I thought would actually look nice on me. I believe this one is a match. I love the insets. They inspire some creative color alternatives.
Gladys Hubert
Love the pattern with the side accent that includes pockets, sooooo versatile. Can’t wait to add this dress to my wardrobe.
Marti Buurkarl
Love this, and I already have the perfect fabric.
Marti Meadows
Looks like a great pattern!
Cindy K
A classic pattern that never goes out of style. Like it!
Billie Eberle
Just started sewing garments again. The pattern looks perfect for
any body type and love the pocket detail!
Linda Kapuscinski
I have lost a lot of weight and need to start a new wardrobe. I havent done any garment construction in a long time, but would like to try this tunic. It looks so comfortable!
Darlene womick
Looks to be an easy pattern to dress up on those special occasions.
Jo Savino
I haven’t made clothing for myself in quite a while and I am now loosing weight and would like some new clothes that fit. This would be the perfect starter pattern.
Marcy B
This looks super comfy!
sonja
I love almost anything designed for knits.
Linda H
Looks very comfortable. Would like to make this.
Debbie M
I would like to make the tunic. It doesn’t look too clingy.
Diane L. Putzer
A tunic would be fun!
beth d.
I would love to make this tunic. it is great for spring and summer.
Joanne Balliet
I love the shaping inserts. Gives style to the tunic
Lisa Koen
I looooooooove this tunic pattern!! You can dress the tunic up for a night out, or down for a casual look with jeans! Fabulous!!
Lee Ann Wagner
Love this pattern and I love tunics and I love learning new sewing techniques from Nancy.
Bonnie
Love this pattern! It is so flattering and would make a great summer dress.
Linda Goschke
Thank you for a dress and tunic pattern with pockets! Women need pockets in their clothing, too. As a bonus, it does look easy and quick to make.
Susan
The pattern offers stylish paneling that flatters a woman’s figure. Would love to have this pattern and make a dress that is stylish with practical features such as the pockets and sleeve length.
Linda Wade
Looks like a “go to top”! Love the pattern, it would be terrific in any of the great knits you have. Set in panels offer an other color block option. Would love to have this pattern. Thanks for featuring it. Linda Wade
Marilyn Faris
I would love to try this pattern. It looks so versatile.
Marilyn Faris
I would love to try this pattern. Simple and well done.
Karen Hyatt
Beautiful! It revs up the imagination with all the ways fabric could be used in this dress.
Genev Reed
This pattern looks perfect for me to make myself a birthday present for my 80th in May. I used to sew a lot but haven’t for awhile and I think it would be a great break from facebook.
connie
I would wear this all year, with a modified sleeve or sleeveless!
Sherri Wiley
I’m wondering if I’m too late! This design is just smashing!! This is absolutely wonderful. Classically Nancy. I love it. I also, love that you have offered a chance to win this awesome pattern. Please, consider me, Nancy’s biggest fan, for ownership of this most excellent McCall’s pattern.
Anita W.
Cute design, even for older lader just little longer.