1950s Pattern, Marilyn Monroe Style 'Dixie Doll' Dirndl Dress 'Easy to Sew' PDF Download
1950s Marilyn Style Dress
A dress of pure 'Dixie Doll' delight. So wonderfully flattering you'll want at least one of each version. It's fun, femininity and beautifully flirty! The adorable pouf sleeves and the sleek long sleeve; most dazzling when made of sheers, from airy cotton to elegant chiffon and beautiful in sequins. This 'easy to sew' sewing pattern is available in multi-sizes which is ideal for the beginner sewer. Definitely an elegant, modern fashion showstopper for any occasion!
Offered here as a Digital Download (how to print and assemble). This pattern is also available as a Paper Pattern.
Sewing Skill Level - Beginners
Recommended fabrics: Stretch crepe, Cotton, Jersey, Sinthetic blends, Rayon crepe, Silk, Crepe, Satin, Gingham, Chambray, Poplin, Batiste, Broderie Anglaise, Printed cotton, Cottons, Poly-viscose blended, Cotton-spandex blended, Chiffon, Rayon viscose, Sequinned. Why not take a look at the extensive range of fabrics from our Recommended Partners.
Fabric Amount Guideline: All sizes: 54” (137cm) wide fabric for view 5 is 3.25 yards (2 meters). Please see the image for specific details.
Size GuideBust 30.5" (77.5cm), Waist 23.5" (59.7cm), Hip 32.5" (82.5cm)
Bust 32" (81.3cm), Waist 25" (63.5cm), Hip 34" (86.4cm)
Bust 34" (86.4cm), Waist 26" (66cm), Hip 36" (91.4cm)
Bust 35" (89cm), Waist 27" (68.6cm), Hip 37" (94cm)
Bust 38" (96.5cm), Waist 30" (76.2cm), Hip 40" (101.6cm)
Bust 38- 40" (96.5-101.6cm), Waist 30" -32" (76.2cm-81.3cm), Hip 40"-42" ( 101.6cm- 106.7cm)
Bust 42-44" (106.7-111.8cm), Waist 34" - 36" (86.4cm-91.4cm), Hip 44"-46" (111.8cm- 116.8cm)
What You Will Receive
After purchase, you will receive an email with a link to simply download at home, formatted for both 8.5"x11" and A4 printing. This digital download will print actual size full-scale pattern pieces.
Sizes
Please note that the size number (e.g. size 12) on the reproduced vintage pattern will most likely be completely different to today's sizing. The further back in time you go, the smaller the clothes get, and you may have to adjust up another size or two.
Women| 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust |
76cm /30″ |
81cm /32″ |
86cm /34″ |
91cm /36″ |
96cm /38″ |
101cm /40″ |
106cm /42″ |
111cm /44″ |
116cm /46″ |
| Waist |
59cm /23″ |
64cm /25″ |
69cm /27″ |
74cm /29″ |
79cm /31″ |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37″ |
99cm /39″ |
| Hips |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37” |
99cm /39″ |
104cm /41″ |
109cm /43″ |
114cm /45″ |
119cm /47″ |
124cm /49″ |
| Sizes | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (at fullest) | 89.5cm / 35" | 97cm / 38" | 104.5cm / 51" | 112cm / 44" | 119.5cm / 47" |
| Waist | 59cm / 23″ | 64cm / 25″ | 69cm / 27″ | 74cm / 29″ | 79cm / 31″ |
| Hips | 84cm / 33″ | 89cm / 35″ | 94cm / 37” | 99cm / 39″ | 104cm / 41″ |
| Sizes | Age 2 | Age 4 | Age 6 | Age 8 | Age 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 53cm / 21″ | 57cm / 22.5″ | 61cm / 24″ | 66cm / 26″ | 72cm / 28.5″ |
| Waist | 52cm / 20.5″ | 54cm / 21.25″ | 58cm / 23″ | 61cm / 24″ | 63cm / 25″ |
| Height | 95cm / 38″ | 104cm / 41″ | 116cm / 45.5″ | 128cm / 50.5″ | 140cm / 55 |
