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    14-piece pattern for a very deco dress & capelet originally by McCall. This pattern is for the more advanced sewer as instructions are very basic and lightly illustrated, they are not depicted in a step-by-step manner. 3/8" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fits 14-40 (32" to 40" bust, 26" to 34" waist, 35" to 43" hip). Size set B fits 40-48 (40" to 48" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 51" hip). Order this pattern through Tuesday, November 2, 2021 and get 15% off the pattern price!

    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 dress front. This pattern is for the more advanced sewer as instructions are very basic and lightly illustrated, they are not depicted in a step-by-step manner. 3/8" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fitting 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip). Size set B fitting 40-46 (40" to 46" bust,...

    7-piece pattern originally by McCall, for the more advanced sewer as instructions are very basic and lightly illustrated, they are not depicted in a step-by-step manner.3/8" seams are allowed.Sizes:Size set A fits 14-18 (32" to 36" bust, 26" to 30" waist, 35" to 39" hip).Size set B fits 20-42 (38" to 42" bust, 32" to 36" waist, 41" to 45" hip).Size set C fits 44-48 (44" to 48" bust, 38" to 42" waist, 47" to 51" hip).When sewing this design together l, you will 'flip' the lower back and side piece after joining it with the front piece...

  6-piece pattern originally by McCall for the stunning evening wrap with flounces and tie (A & B) or without flounces and tie (C).   This pattern is for the more advanced sewer as instructions are very basic and lightly illustrated, they are not depicted in a step-by-step manner. 3/8" seams are allowed. Sizes: Size set A fitting 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip). Size set B fitting 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip). In the photos you see a Halloween version a customer created from this pattern. ...

  10-piece hand-drafted pattern originally from Pictorial Review, 'Sleeveless and backless, except for bands that cross in back, this is easy to make. Shoulder ruffles are optional. This model is in wrap-around style and fastens on the right side with a button and on the left side with tie-strings.’  This pattern was originally marketed as a Sports Dress, but I see it well fit as a house or beach dress. Love those strap flounces! RECOMMENDED FABRICS: Satin, Rough silk crepe, moire, metal fabrics, velvet, lace, rayon, celanese or bemberg.   Sizes: Size set A fits 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32"...