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April's Winner for $25 off at EvaDress

Alexandra Reynolds 1929 1930's evening evening gown formal gown Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com Monthly drawing winner

April's Winner for $25 off at EvaDress

@jacquelyn.burge was randomly selected for posting her make from pattern E30-8212, the 1935 Molyneux Dinner Gown on IG!  As captioned in an original 1935 McCall pattern booklet head-lined, 'SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE STARS', 'BIG PRINTS on dark crepe make the simplest dress quite elaborate enough.  The Molyneux frock [at the right] needs only an important print, a splash of contrasting color and a charming figure underneath.'  Image credit: eBay sale, September 19, 2013. Be sure to post your makes from EvaDress Patterns on Instagram and/or FaceBook by tagging (#EvaDressPatterns) and you will be automatically entered for a chance at a...

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Newest Multi-size Pattern, the 1930 Dress or Evening Gown

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal gown

Newest Multi-size Pattern, the 1930 Dress or Evening Gown

13-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by Butterick, the original pattern had writing in pencil which read: 'Wedding dress June 12, 1931 lace over flat crepe.' This sweet design is LOADED with options! The bodice is marked for a daytime and evening front neckline option, as well as three neckline options at the bodice back; a V- or U-neck for daytime and a low V-neck for evening. The bodice is also marked for a sleeveless option if long sleeves are not desired. The skirt may be cut long in one length or rounded at each skirt hem. A shorter daytime hem is also...

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May Winner for $25 off at EvaDress.com!

Alexandra Reynolds 1940's EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com

May Winner for $25 off at EvaDress.com!

@thetallprincess Instagram-posted her delightful creation from pattern D40-4711, the 1946 Day or Evening Dress. She was randomly chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of May!  She really nailed the elegance of adding a sequin motif along the neckline, capturing the 1940's concept of drawing flattery to the face! Be sure to post your makes from EvaDress Patterns on Instagram and/or FaceBook by tagging (#EvaDressPatterns) and you will be automatically entered for a chance at a monthly drawing for $25 off at EvaDress Patterns!There is no limit to the number of posts you make...

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February Winner for $25 off at EvaDress!

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's 1936 beginner EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal frock gown Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com Monthly drawing winner

February Winner for $25 off at EvaDress!

@loveminandoli Instagram-posted her make from pattern E30-1655, the 1936 Evening Frock pattern. She was randomly chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of February.    Be sure to post your makes from EvaDress Patterns on Instagram and/or FaceBook by tagging (#EvaDressPatterns) and you will be automatically entered for a chance at a monthly drawing for $25 off at EvaDress Patterns!There is no limit to the number of posts you make each month (gives more chances to win the drawing!)

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Pattern Tour, E50-4425 1957 Side Tie Dress

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's EvaDress Patterns EvaDress Picks! evening gown formal gown Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour, E50-4425 1957 Side Tie Dress

   15-piece pattern Originally by McCall's, the side-tie dress is in full or shorter length. View A is full length with boned, strapless bodice for evening and View B is with straps and without boning for day in shorter length. 5/8" seams are allowed. I've also made the longer version, View A (9-piece pattern) and the shorter version, View B (10-piece pattern) available separately from one-another.  SUGGESTED DRESS FABRICS: Peau de Soie, Taffeta, Satin, Printed Silkor Cotton, Faille, Polished Cotton, Celanese or Tussah.  @thetallprincess was selected as an 'EvaDress Pick' for $25 off at EvaDress.com for posting her 'Tropical 1950's Dress' from the 1957...

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