This pattern is designed for lightweight linen, but any lightweight woven will do. If you choose a more rigid fabric such as cotton lawn, the neck may appear smaller and the bottom hem fuller. For short sleeve option choose a fabric with no obvious wrong side.
Sundries: Thread, Version #2- 1 button approx. 12-20mm
Tools: Fabric scissors, iron & ironing board, straight pins, tailor's chalk, hand sewing needle (Version #2)