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1950s Timeless One Piece Charming Dress
Elegance is the beauty that never fades! This dress is styled to top your party list. A Beautiful example of the new princess line silhouette of the 50s. A charming dress with wide scoop neckline front and back., it features a flaring skirt, gathered at centre back section and trimmed with a big bow. View 1: boasts a band and small bow under the bust. Dress is all of one fabric. View 2: bow in back is of contrasting fabric. Why not add extra layers of petticoat for lift? A statement design, for many an occasion.
Offered as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF Download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Vintage Size 14
Bust 34” (86.4cm)
Waist 28” (71.1cm)
Hip 36” (91.4cm)
Finished Back Length of Dress 45" 1/2' (115.6 cm)
Vintage Size 18
Bust 38” (96.5cm)
Waist 30” (76.2cm)
Hip 40” (101.6cm)
Finished Back Length of dress 46” (116.9cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
View 1 and 2:- 2 spools of Thread; 14" Neck Type Zipper for dress side opening; Bias Seam Binding-(Optional). VIEW 2: Contrasting Thread.
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
34" Bust
View 1
35" or 36" fabric without nap 6 1/2 yds.
39" fabric without nap 6 1/4 yds.
44" or 45" fabric without nap 5 1/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric with nap 5 3/4 yds.
50" fabric with or without nap 4 3/4 yds.
View 2
35" or 36" fabric without nap 4 3/4 yds.
39" fabric without nap 4 3/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric without nap 3 7/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric with nap 4 1/2 yds.
Width of Lower Edge of Dress 128"
VIEW 2 - RIBBON BOW - 2 1/8 yds. of 6" width.
VIEW 1 or 2, INTERFACING (OPTIONAL) WHEN LACE IS USED, CUT OF NET OR MARQUISETTE
32", 35" OR 36" fabric 3/8 yds.
Vintage Size 18
Bust 38” (96.5cm)
Waist 30” (76.2cm)
Hip 40” (101.6cm)
Finished Back Length of dress 46” 9116.9cm)
38" Bust
View 1
35" or 36" fabric without nap 6 7/8 yds.
39" fabric without nap 6 5/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric without nap 5 3/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric with nap 6 3/8 yds.
50" fabric with or without nap 5 1/8 yds.
View 2
35" or 36" fabric without nap 5 1/4 yds.
39" fabric without nap 4 7/8 yds.
44" or 45" fabric without nap 4 1/4 yds.
44" or 45" fabric with nap 4 7/8 yds.
Width of Lower Edge of Dress 133.5"
VIEW 2 - RIBBON BOW - 2 1/8 yds. of 6" width.
VIEW 1 or 2, INTERFACING (OPTIONAL) WHEN LACE IS USED, CUT OF NET OR MARQUISETTE
32", 35" OR 36" fabric 3/8 yds.
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
V.1 & V.2 lace, Cotton 'peau de sole', Rayon brocade, Cotton, Pique, tafetta, Plain or embossed organdy, Shantung, Satin, Moire, Nylon. V. 1 also in: Silk and rayon 'peau de sole' 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.
