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Pattern Tour 1929 Evening Wrap, C20-5945

Alexandra Reynolds 1920's coat EvaDress Patterns evening faux fur formal Kimono Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour 1929 Evening Wrap, C20-5945

  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. ...

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Pattern Tour D30-6529, 1930's House, Beach or Sports Dress

Alexandra Reynolds 1930s EvaDress Patterns halter Pattern Tour wrap around dress wrap dress

Pattern Tour D30-6529, 1930's House, Beach or Sports Dress

  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"...

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Pattern Tour D40-6000, 1945 Dresses

Alexandra Reynolds 1940s EvaDress Patterns frock McCall 6000 Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour D40-6000, 1945 Dresses

  14-piece pattern originally by McCall Pattern Co. for the shirred, asymmetrical dress with draped skirt and bracelet or short sleeve. 1/2" seams are given.Recommended fabrics are: Spun rayon, printed silks, faille, challis, satin, novelty silks, sheer wools, chiffon wools, wool crepe, printed cottons, novelty cottons, sheer cottons, lawn.Size:This pattern fits 16-40 (34 to 40" bust, 28 to 34" waist, 37 to 43" hip). Order this pattern through Tuesday, September 28, 2021 and get 15% off the pattern price!

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Pattern Tour E30-5918, 1931 Evening Frock

Alexandra Reynolds 1930s EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour E30-5918, 1931 Evening Frock

4-piece pattern originally by Pictorial Review; From its twisted shoulder straps to floor-length skirt, this gown is as regal as can be. The shaped décolletage, the beautifully manipulated pointed seams and the fullness at center, front and back all give this petite design the appearance of height.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.Recommended fabrics are: Silk or rayon crepe, satin or sheers, such as georgette or heavy chiffon, metallic or lace.3/8" seams are given.Sizes:Size set A fitting 14-1/2-20-1/2 (32-1/2" to 38-1/2" bust, 27" to 33"...

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Pattern Tour E50-1026, 1951 Evening Gown

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour E50-1026, 1951 Evening Gown

I am reviving my 'Pattern Tours', a department of my blog series I started 5 years ago in which I highlight each pattern, delving into its delicious details and giving any heads-up or pointers when sewing it!The owner of Silk Poppy made this and a few of her other patterns available through me (in the collections they are noted as such).  When she closed her business in 2004, she wished her patterns to remain available. 16-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by Modes Royale, 'A dramatic, strapless gown with a fabulously-draped tunic over-skirt'.The long, boned bodice joins to skirt at high hip...

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