The 1860s brought with it wide skirts, fitted bodices, and a large variety of sleeve styles. The “Meg” 1860 Day Dress pattern has a proper high neckline appropriate for daywear, a wide, draping sleeve known as the “pagoda”, and separate undersleeves. The bodice can be decorated with a ruffle or fringe to dress up the gown.
Make a hooped crinoline to go underneath, also available in my shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1464246799/
This pattern is so versatile - just look at all of the breathtaking dresses my talented testers came up with. I am always amazed at how they bring my designs to life.
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Printable PDF pattern designed to fit 18 inch dolls such as American Girl.
Includes pattern and instructions for dress and separate undersleeves
DRESS
Suggested fabrics: Silk, cotton, linen. Not suitable for heavy fabrics or knits.
Notions: ½ yd 7/8” wide lace for neckline, scrap of ribbon for neckline bow, three small snaps, matching thread. Optional - 1 ½ yd pre-gathered lace trim or fringe for bodice (approx. 1 ¼” wide), 1 ¼ yd of 2 ½” wide gathered lace trim for skirt.
Fabric: 2/3 yd of main fabric, 1/4 yd of lining
UNDERSLEEVES
Suggested fabrics: lightweight cotton, voile, batiste
Notions: 1 yd of 1/8” wide cotton twill tape, ½ yd of 5/8” wide lace, two small snaps, matching thread
Fabric: 12” x 12” scrap of fabric
This pattern is designed to fit 18” dolls such as the newer slim American Girls, however each doll’s body size can be slightly different, so be sure to take measurements and adjust as needed. This would be a bit snug on the older Pleasant Company dolls.
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Listing is for one pdf download pattern only. No clothing included. This pattern is copyrighted, however you may use it for making and selling doll clothing in your small-scale, home-based business, as long as you credit Pemberley Threads for the pattern design.
Designed for the intermediate level sewist
No refunds or returns. However, I am always available to answer questions if you need help! Send me an email at pemberleythreads [!at] gmail.com
THIS IS NOT AN AMERICAN GIRL PRODUCT, AND I AM NOT AFFILIATED WITH AMERICAN GIRL. This product will fit other 18" dolls besides American Girl
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