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Pattern Tour D40-5810
1940s 1943 dress EvaDress Patterns
Alexandra Reynolds5-piece pattern originally by DuBarry Pattern Co., 'Dress is gathered below shoulder. Side skirt sections are gathered to front. V-neckline may be trimmed with a ribbon bow. Cape sleeves are provided’. 3/4" seams are given at shoulder and underarm (all side) seams and 1/2" seams are given on all other edges. Sizes: Size set A fits 12-16 (30" to 34" bust, 24" to 28" waist, 33" to 37" hip). Size set B fits 18-40 (36" to 40" bust, 30" to 34" waist, 39" to 43" hip). Order this pattern through Tuesday, May 9, 2022 and get 10% off the...
Pattern Tour, D40-3863
1940's 1943 EvaDress Patterns Pattern Tour
Alexandra Reynolds11-piece pattern originally by Advance Pattern Co., this surplice wrap dress has skirt drape and short kimono sleeves (the short sleeve version is in one with the dress front and back) or a long, drop-sleeve may be inserted. Neckline may be cut high or low and an optional bow is affixed at the left side closing. 1/2" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fits 12-20 (30" to 38" bust, 24" to 32" waist, 33" to 41" hip). Size set B fits 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip). Order this pattern through Tuesday,...
EvaDress Mood Board Pattern Challenge Finalist!
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Alexandra ReynoldsAnnouncing the top finalist in the EvaDress Mood Board Pattern Challenge, Rali Burleson!Rali blew us away with the amount of research and attention to detail with her vintage sewing skills and authentic vintage materials!Of her entry, she wrote:'Dear Alexandra,Thank you for sponsoring this challenge. In a year with few other diversions, I am thankful to have the anticipation of preparing for the challenge by researching World War II (WW II) events and fashions to go along with my chosen pattern (EvaDress Pattern D40-4662 “1943 Dress”). I chose a WW II theme (with emphasis on the United States Army Air Forces)...