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Pattern Tour E50-3818, 1956 Mermaid Evening Dress & Coat
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Alexandra ReynoldsOriginally by McCall's, this ensemble is perfect for any formal occasion! The dress and kimono coat patterns are sold together or, as separates. 5/8" seams are given. Experience with boning a bodice and full or partial linings are very helpful when sewing this design.. The dress pattern only has 14 pieces, pieces and instructions are given to fully line the gown. The dress and coat pattern has 21 pieces, the instructions also include how to fully line the coat. Dress Only in Multiple Sizes: Size set A fits 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 25" to 30" waist, 32" to 38"...
Post your EvaDress Pattern creations for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com each month!
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Alexandra ReynoldsThis is a wonderful beaded silk dress by a customer who sewed it from EvaDress NL30-7121, the 1933 Nightgown pattern! Post your Evadress Pattern creations to Insta or FaceBook photos using #EvaDressPatterns for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to EvaDress each month! There is no limit to the number of posts you add (that'll just increase your chances for the drawing!). All photos submitted are subject for use in EvaDress Pattern promotions and advertising. This nightgown pattern is here.
Finalist of the EvaDress Patterns 'Hollywood is Calling' Challenge!
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Alexandra ReynoldsCongratulations to Heide for her entry as the finalist in the EvaDress 'Hollywood is Calling' Pattern Challenge! Her pink tulle dress is an amazing piece she created inspired by Doris Day in the 1953 production of 'Lullaby of Broadway'! As her sister posted on her behalf: 'Heide used the E50-9509 1953 Evening Gown Pattern. Three colors of tulle and handmade flowers. Heide took vintage couture inspiration and added a boned corselette.' Heide hit the challenge nail on the head AND out of the ball park with her couture techniques such as her boned corselette with waist line ribbon stay and...
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Alexandra ReynoldsJust a little inspiration in the way of more extant examples paired with EvaDress Patterns! This example brought to you by 'Anything Goes - Celebrating the 20s on Tumblr: https://sydneyflapper.tumblr.com/post/80822265617/1920s-dress-sold-through-august-auctions-2013 Sew the look using EvaDress Pattern E20-6632, a 1929 Evening Frock with uneven hem and Scarf: This is an 8-piece hand-drafted pattern originally by Beyer's. The handkerchief hem of the skirt is actually an effect via a drape panel that is sewn in at the geometric dropped waistline. The hip is closely fit with a pin-tucked girdle across front and back. This pattern is for the more advanced sewer as instructions...
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1930s bias cut-outs dress EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal frock gown Pattern Tour Vintage Patterns
Alexandra ReynoldsJust a little inspiration in the way of more extant examples paired with EvaDress Patterns! This example brought to you by Fripperies and Fobs at: https://fripperiesandfobs.tumblr.com/post/145009037326/evening-dress-ca-1930-from-kerry-taylor-auctions I chose this EvaDress Pattern to pair for the overall line, open strapped-front and back. The difference is, you can wear this one by day or create an evening look from it: This 9-piece pattern originally by McCall features optional cut-out at the front and back neckline via shoulder straps or, regulation collar with tie. A pointed lap detail from the under sleeve over the upper sleeve ties in with the diagonal seams of the...