An eye-catching exceptionally good looking, 50s Princess Line Dress pattern, which is available in two sizes and four styles. You can wear the versatile Dreamboat Dress anytime of the day or night. Team with boots, with flats, or killer heels - even add a beret for that extra touch! The pattern has a choice of Skirts: (A) Below-elbow with a sleeved sheath and princess lines have a crossed pleated bodice and a deep back scoop. Style (B) is a sleeveless sheath and (C) is a full-skirted dress with below-elbow sleeves. The final style (D) showcases the sleeveless version of the pattern (C).
Offered here as; Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/936344169/pdf-vintage-1950s-sewing-pattern
Skill Level: Intermediate
Size Guide:
Bust 34" (86.5cm)
Waist 26" (66cm)
Hips 36" (91cm)
Back length: 30.25" (77cm)
Bust 36" (91cm)
Waist 28" (71cm)
Hips 38" (97cm)
Back length: 30.5" (77.5cm)
Sewing Notions:
12" (30.5cm) zipp for back opening; seam binding View A requires about 2.9 yards/2.7 meters; View B, 2.25 yards/2 meters; View C, 4 yards/4 meters
Please note his pattern is not suitable for stripes or plaid with a diagonal weave.
Fabric Amount Guide:
Size 34" (86cm)
View A
35" (89cm) 4 yards (3.7m)
44" (1.37m) 2.9 yards (2.7m)
54" (1.37m) 2.4 yards(2.4m)
View B
35" (89cm) 3.5 yards (3.2m)
44" (1.37m) 2.75 yards (2.5m)
View C
35" (89cm) 5.75 yards (5.3m)
44" (1.37m) 4.4 yards (4m)
View D
35" (89cm) 4.9 yards (4.5m)
44" (1.37m) 4.25 yards (3.9m)
Size 36" (91.5cm)
View A
35" (89cm) 4.1 yards (3.7m)
44" (1.37m) 3 yards (3m)
54" (1.37m) 2.6 yards(2.4m)
View B
35" (89cm) 3.6 yards (3.3m)
44" (1.37m) 2.9 yards (2.7m)
View C
35" (89cm) 5.9 yards (5.4m)
44" (1.37m) 4.5 yards (4.1m)
View D
35" (89cm) 5 yards (4.6m)
44" (1.37m) 4.25 yards (3.9m)
Recommended Fabrics:
Shantung, Crepe, Faille, Tafetta, Heavy sheers, Cotton broadcloth, Linen, Pique, Sheers or Lightweight wool. This style is not suitable for striped or plaid fabric or fabric with a diagonal weave. See our Fabric Partners
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 resealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which will include age-related wear and tear.