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Decadence Swing Dress Pattern
A 50s empire line dress of pure decadence, which is a must have to any wardrobe. Both views have softly pleated full skirts and fitted empire styled bodices ending just below the bust, giving a high waited appearance. V. 1 has short set-in sleeves, mandarin collar, 3 diagonally placed buttons trimming front. V. 2 is sleeveless and has contrasting bias trim and bow at upper edge of midriff. A contrasting bias belt has a bow and fastens with a hook and eye. A definite choice to Rock around the clock in.
Offered as: Paper Pattern
Size Guide
Size Guide
Size: 12 (Vintage size)
Bust: 32” (81.3cm)
Waist: 25” (63.5cm)
Hip: 34” (86.4cm)
Back length – neck base to waist: 16” (40.7cm)
Finished back length of dress: 45”(114.3cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
View 1 and 2: 2 spools of thread, bias seam binding (optional). View 1: 6” neck type zipper for back neck opening, 14” dress type zipper for side opening, belt, buckle (optional), tailored shoulder pads (optional). View 2: 16” neck type zipper for left side opening, 5” neck type zipper for back neck opening.
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
This garment is not suitable for plaids
Size: 12 (Vintage size)
View 1
35” or 36” fabric without nap, 5 7/8 yds.
41” or 42” fabric without nap, 4 ½ yds.
44” or 45” fabric with nap, 4 ¼ yds.
44” or 45” fabric without nap, 4 ¼ yds.
View 2
35” or 36” fabric without nap, 6 yds.
41” or 42” fabric without nap, 4 ¾ yds.
44” or 45” fabric without nap, 4 ¼ yds.
50” fabric with or without nap, 3 7/8 yds.
Width lower edge of dress, 130”
View 1 Interfacing – 5/8 yd. of 35” or 36” fabric.
View 2 Interfacing
35” or 36” fabric, ¾ yd.
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Yards to Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛ yard | 11.4cm |
| ¼ yard | 22.9cm |
| ⅓ yard | 30.5cm |
| ⅜ yard | 34.3cm |
| ½ yard | 45.7cm |
| ⅝ yard | 57.2cm |
| ⅔ yard | 61cm |
| ¾ yard | 68.6cm |
| 1 yard | 91.4cm |
| 1¼ yard | 114.3cm |
| 1½ yard | 137.2cm |
| 1¾ yard | 160cm |
| 2 yards | 182.9cm |
| 2¼ yards | 205.7cm |
| 2½ yards | 228.6cm |
| 2¾ yards | 251.5cm |
| 3 yards | 274.3cm |
| 3½ yards | 320cm |
| 4 yards | 365.8cm |
Inches to Millimeters/Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛" | 3mm |
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅓" | 8mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ⅔" | 17mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
| 1" | 2.5cm |
| 1¼" | 3.2cm |
| 1½" | 3.8cm |
| 1¾" | 4.4cm |
| 2" | 5.1cm |
| 2¼" | 5.7cm |
| 2½" | 6.4cm |
| 2¾" | 7.0cm |
| 3" | 7.6cm |
| 3¼" | 8.25cm |
| 3½" | 8.9cm |
| 4" | 10.2cm |
| 4½" | 11.4cm |
| 5" | 12.7cm |
| 5½" | 14cm |
| 6" | 15.2cm |
| 7" | 17.8cm |
| 8" | 20.3cm |
| 9" | 22.9cm |
| 10" | 25.4cm |
| 11" | 28cm |
| 12" | 30.5cm |
Roll Width (Inches to Centimeters)
| Imperial | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 35" | 88.9cm |
| 36" | 91.44cm |
| 38" | 96.52cm |
| 39" | 99.06cm |
| 42" | 106.68cm |
| 48" | 121.92cm |
| 54" | 137.16cm |
Seam Allowances
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
Recommended Fabrics
Recommended Fabrics
Both views: cottons, linen, rayons, silks, synthetics’ broadcloth, chambray, polished cottons, pique, brocade, crepe, faille, taffeta, moire, cotton-blends, shantung, satin. V.2 also in: peau de soie See our Fabric Partners
Skill Level
Skill Level
Intermediate
What You Will Receive
What You Will Receive
If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions and a full colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive in a clear re-sealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which may include age related wear and tear.
