Nova was my first CKC and PDF pattern. The instructions and pictures made it easy to make and I'm in love with the dress. Because of the easy to follow instructions I have now bought all my patterns from CKC to make my daughter her clothes.

Nova is by far my favorite pattern so far!!! It's absolutely precious! It's a little time consuming for a beginner like me, but sooooo worth the work. I love that I can mix and match my fabrics and even make use of some of my smaller scraps

Fabulous pattern and easy to follow!

Love this dress. I made 2 for my girls and was able to put their monogram on the bodice!

This is a quick pick for a pretty dress. As always, easy, fun, and fast. You can't go wrong.

Nova is the perfect dress for showing off coordinating fabrics. The flutters are like the cherries on top. This pattern is a great was to use up some of your larger scrap pieces. It also looks just as wonderful made with just one fabric.

How cute is this dress? The possibilities are endless and with ckc anyone can sew!

The pattern is written extremely clear. Beginners won't have a problem following along. It looks intimidating, but it comes together nicely.

Made my daughters Easter dress with this pattern, it is breathtaking, the directions are perfect, and so easy to follow! I will be making lots more Nova's!

I'm a beginner and the nova was a little tougher (for me) but the end result was amazing and the instructions were very helpful! I absolutely love the nova!! My favorite dress pattern that I've done so far!!

Easy pattern to follow. Instructions are well written. You can do so much with Nova! A great pattern to use a lot of different fabrics. So glad that the printout is only a few pages.

This pattern is beautifully written and very simple. I love that it only requires you to print out 2 pieces, one for the armhole and one for the flutter curve. Made my daughter a cat in the hat dress using scrap fabric i had and it turned out fabulous! I see many more in my future.

Easy to follow, step by step instructions. Good for beginners and experienced sewers alike.

I was looking for a dress that I could customize to add something special to the front. The bodice is perfect to accommodate most designs. Doesn't get any better than that!

This pattern is well written and easy to follow the directions as they are written. I've sewn many years and my biggest adjustment to CKC patterns was not to over think them and simply follow the directions! I made the dress for my granddaughter to wear to Universal Studios and my daughter reported they received compliments the entire day they were in the park.

I was hesitant to buy this pattern when it came out, but I did and ended up making my daughter her birthday dress in it. She loved it! It's very easy and add with most ckc patterns very versatile!

This dress is Timeless and I know I will make many more in the following years! Love!

I love this pattern style! There are so many ways to play with it and alter or change it up for different outcomes! Is perfect for fall winter spring or summer!!

This dress pattern is my favorite!! I love the simplicity of the pattern and the beautiful results!! Love it!!

I was disappointed that there weren't pattern pieces and just measurements, but I have since found out that this is normal for CKC patterns. I would say the tutorial itself is not for beginners if you are new to sewing, you will have many questions. Luckily for me, I know many people who do know how to sew, so that has been a life saver for me while trying to get this thing put together. I don't know if I would spend the money again, but the final product is really nice when you figure it all out!

I looked everywhere for a pattern like this. Its seriously my go-to pattern for every thing from birthdays to holidays! Super easy to pair with a long sleeve shirt for the colder seasons. There was one part that I was kind of confused about but it turns out, I was just making it difficult myself. The pattern seemed to easy to be true lol The finished product is amazing.

This was my first CKC purchase and I was a little nervous about how difficult the pattern would be to follow and if my dress would come out as cute as the pictures. It was easy to sew and now I can't stop sewing more. I can't wait to sew one for my daughter's doll!

I wanted to make a special dress for my granddaughter. I specifically wanted one with a square bodice because I had some pink dotted Swiss and wanted to smock the bodice then embellish it with Swarovski crystal beads (fancy!). I'm still working on the smocking, but it's really looking like a fairy tale design.

This dress is absolutely stunning! I must have dress. Easy to follow instructions, makes for a quick sew. I love this dress and top. Pair the top up with the Brenna’s shorts and soak in all the compliments you will get.

I bought this pattern because it was similar to a dress I had back in the 70's! I loved that dress!!! I was able to re-create the same dress for my 2 year old and it's gorgeous! There are so many ways to mix and match your fabrics here, you just cant go wrong!

the adjustable straps and elastic casing in back makes this dress pure perfection!!! No connector pieces for ruffles! Easy instruction to follow! Also makes for a precious top when leaving off ruffles from skirt!!! So versatile!!!

I LOVE this dress. I am not a very experienced sewer and got confused at a few steps, but the end results were AMAZING!

this so beautiful. easy pattern with amazing results

Simple in construction, stunningly couture in design.

Absolutely LOVE the final outcome of this dress. bodice fit 18m perfectly but did usual size 2 bodice for my 3yr old and it's a tad wide/big (tiny bit of gaping at neckline). Maybe just not for the narrow kid? Or adjust sizing further? Still love. Add embroidery to the front & used pockets from Dahlia with embroidery also. Adorable!! Be warned-way more gathering for skirt than it appears to be so leave some extra time. No complaints on instructions!

I'm told he flutters are so much fun to wear.

This look is so timeless to me. I pulled out clothes from when I was a baby and had many dresses similar. My 2yo loves her beautiful dress. It was my first CKC and I learned new skills.

This dress is absolutely stunning! I love everything about it! I will definitely be making more!

I love this pattern! Very sweet and classic! Easy to follow. It does take awhile with all the details and such but worth it all!

I made this as a top! It's amazing and looks so sweet on my little las. Love the flutter sleeves

I have purchased and created other PDF Patterns. Nova was my first CKC purchase. This pattern is perfect. I was amazed at how well it is laid out. The directions with photos are explained so well. Not one issue. I have made this pattern more than any other. This is a must have pattern.

Such a wonderful pattern. Well written with wonderful photos to follow.

Love how easy your patterns are to read and follow :-)

This was the first CKC pattern I completed and I fell in love with this company! I have received so many compliments when my daughter wears this dress. The directions were extremely easy for beginning me to complete.

I am not a fan of making ruffles, but after seeing this adorable dress I knew I needed to make it for my daughter. I'm glad I didn't let the ruffles stand in my way. It came together easily and really is a lovely dress with a well written pattern.

Oh how I love this pattern!!! As a mom w 2 lovies I need clothing that will grow a bit w them, and this pattern does just that by having adjustable straps and elastic casing in the back!! The length is perfect and the skirt makes for perfect twirls!! I've even modified the dress to shirt length (leaving out the bottom 2 ruffles) and fell in love even more!!!

I really like the back of this dress. You can wear it with a shirt for a more modest look that still does not take away from how great the dress comes out. Super detailed instructions that make it easy to understand construction. You will not be disappointed!

This is one fabulous pattern. It is easy to sew and while the ruffles take a little time, they are worth every second. The end result is a creation that is sure to get compliments each time it is worn.

I love this pattern it is beautiful.

What is not to love about Nova?? The flutter straps add elegance to an age old pinafore favorite. This can be dressed up or down depending on fabric choice.

Nova is my go to cute dress pattern. It's a fast easy sew that can never go wrong. Just wish it was in tween sizes as well.

We love love love the Nova!! Very easy and just beautiful!

I love the timeless beauty of this dress! It is very full and everyone who has seen it loves it! My next project is a linen with lace!

One of my favorite patterns ever! So feminine and stunning. Very well written pattern.

a timeless beauty. no words, it talks for itself.

I absolutely love how every Nova has turned out so far. Easy to follow instructions with a beautiful end result. Thank you CKC for another great pattern!

This pattern is absolutely stunning...the beautiful dresses you can make are endless

I'd make this dress for every holiday and event in my little's life. LOVE IT.

I am absolutely in love with Nova! Its an easy and fast sew. I love that there are so many ways to make each dress unique and fun! I have become addicted and cant make enough Novas!!!

Love this dress! So fantastic!

Absoutely stunning results from this dress pattern! It was easy to follow and understand! Would highly reccommend it to everyone. ❤️ Thank you CKC for yet another astounding design.

I love this pattern, it's a very easy sew and it's absolutely adorable!

The Nova dress was my first CKC purchase. I had made a free pattern and knew I wouldn't be disappointed with a purchase. The instructions were easy to follow. The design is beautiful and I'm amazed at myself for making it. :) I've sewn for a few years but not clothes that actually for perfect.

Love this dress! It is so frilly and fun for little ones! I love how it looks with the Layne's ruffle shorts!! Perfect paired together.

Totally in love with Nova! very easy and quick to sew up...you'll want this one in your collection for sure! Thanks for yet another great pattern CKC!

Loved the one someone posted in White. I'm going to try it in a solid color. Just love your patterns.

That's the cutest , simple dress I've ever made from measurement. My granddaughter will be so pretty in it.

That's the cutest , simple dress I've ever made from measurement. My granddaughter will be so pretty in it.

this pattern is great with several ways to dress it up.

I cannot say enough about this dress. I seriously love it so much!! Easy to follow and the results are stunning.

such a beautiful dress with great instructions

This pattern was so simple and quick to make! I will be making many more of these! My girls love this dress!

I absolutely loved this pattern. Easy to follow and so so pretty!

This is a beautiful dress, the pattern is easy to follow and the design is perfect for many occasions. You can use 1 fabric, or many, add lace, or different trims/embroidery to give the dress a lot of different looks!

This is hands down one of my favorite patterns ever. The stunning flutters with the simplicity of the design truly make this classic and beautiful. I ade 2 in the first week and a planning a ton more! haha!

This pattern just has so many options for fabric placement. I love the split skirt design and those flutter straps. Really enjoy that they updated the pattern to allow for the longer straps too.mthis pattern pushed me to do my very first rolled hem ion my serger. My daughter will have lots of Novas in her wardrobe for sure.

I LOVE thee Nova pattern! It was fairly easy to sew and my loves the twirli-ness Of the skirt. I will be making this again!

My daughter Loves the look of this dress. It brings so many memories back of when my great grandma made me dresses and how they looked and now i can share that with her. Love it!

Easy simple steps that are not complicated. Instructions have both visual and written steps that make it easy for beginners to understand.

Love the finished item! For the most part the pattern directions are easy to follow ( I believe the pattern has been updated to make it better to follow) I would definitely recommend this pattern!

I LOVE you this pattern! It's so beautiful, girly, wearable! My little kid is so comfortable in hers. It is easy to layer. I did make a few modifications like belt loops instead of button holes, and I modified how the front and back bodice attach together.

This dress/top is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! Pattern is easy to follow, lots of pictures and step by step instructions!!!

So this is my 1st ckc pattern and I couldn't be happy I had been looking through their patterns on etsy but since I didn't have a girl to sew for I "couldn't" buy a pattern. As soon as I found out I was pregnant with a girl I knew I had to get a pattern and this one was PERFECT!! So easy to follow, easy to assemble, and you don't have to waist a lot of paper on printing!!

I absolutely love this pattern.... It is super easy... And is so beautiful...one of my new favs

My little is obsessed with this dress and for mine that is saying something. She normally hates anything girly, twirly or ruffley but in this dress she couldn't stop twirling. Not to mention it is well written and super easy to assemble. LOVE this pattern

This is the best pattern. I am a beginner and it was so easy to follow the pattern directions and the finished product was beyond my expectations!!!

Easy to follow pattern. Love the design!

I love this dress! I have made two and have three more cut!

The Nova dress is such a beautiful dress. So many different options for this pattern. Different fabrics make it look different each time. I love this dress. Easy and relatively fast sew. Took me about 3 hours from start to finish!

I love this pattern. Very easy to sew and fits beautifully. My only issue is buttonholes bc I have a hate hate relationship with buttonholes so I added loops:)