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7 years ago this month, I first launched 'La Petite Mode EvaDress'.  La Petite Mode EvaDress is a series of scale models sewn from EvaDress Patterns. The models demonstrate viable high fashion which was originally available to the home sewer of early-to mid-20th century via commercial patterns.  I gleaned inspiration for this series from Le Théâtre de la Mode. As well, The House of Dior drew inspiration from the same exhibit in creating Le Petit Théâtre Dior.La Petite Mode EvaDress models are based on just under half-size scale from vintage patterns which fit 36" bust, 30" waist and 39" hip. You can read...

@merytamun Instagram-posted her creation from pattern E30-371, the 1935 Evening Gown, Cape and Slip (pattern below). She was chosen in the drawing and received the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of January. 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!).

@huar_couture Instagram-posted her creation from pattern D40-5087, the 1940's Dress (pattern below). She was chosen in the drawing and received 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!).

@its.goldi_frocks Instagram-posted her creation from pattern Sp50-3613, the 1956 Swim or Playsuit & Skirt (pattern below). She was chosen in the drawing and received the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of April. 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!).

  5-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...