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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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We know you’ll love this sewing pattern as much as we do. If you aren't satisfied with the paper pattern version you have 30-days from receipt to return it. Please see our refund policy for more details;
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One-piece Draped Dress
The bodice styled with a V neckline, has tucks at the front upper edge and darts at the back shoulder. Softly pleated drapes that are joined in the waistline seam are featured on the slim four paneled skirt. A purchased or self belt may be used. Style I has long fitted sleeves and Style II is fashioned with brief petal sleeves.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern and the Original pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Vintage Size: 14
Bust: 32” (81cm)
Waist: 26” (66cm)
Hip: 35” (89cm)
Finished Back Length from Base of Neck to Hem of:
Dress: 44 ½” (113cm)
Width Around Lower Edge of:
Dress: 52” (132cm)
2” (5cm) TURN UP FOR HEM ON DRESS
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
STYLE I AND II: - 2 spools of Thread; 9” or 10” Slide Fastener OR Snap Fasteners and Hook and Eye; Triangular Shoulder Pods; 4 Weights; Belt – (Optional); Buckle – prong-type – (Optional); Seam Binding. STYLE I: - Two 4” Slide Fasteners OR Snap Fasteners.
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
WITHOUT NAP OR ONE WAY DESIGN
NOTE: - Additional fabric is required when: - not pre-shrunk – matching stripes and plaids – for nap fabrics – for extra seam allowance when fabric ravels.
If this garment is shortened 2”, it will require 1/8 yd. less fabric than yardage given for every size EXCEPT 54” fabric of Style I; 50” fabric of Style II.
STYLE I
39” fabric, 3 ¼ yds.
41” fabric, 3 yds.
54” fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
STYLE II
39” fabric, 3 1/8 yds.
41” fabric, 3 yds.
54” fabric, 2 3/8 yds.
STYLE I OR II
INTERFACING FOR BELT – 1/8 yd. of 35” muslin.
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
Silk, wool or rayon crepe, satin, matelosse, lame, faille, jersey, shantung, sheer, spun rayon, surah, moire. 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.
