Hollywood Classic Dresses Pattern

"Sew-Easy” Background dress with a choice of a slim skirt or a four piece flared skirt. Body and sleeves in one…Notched bateau neckline…bow trim is opening. Three quarter length sleeve or short sleeves. (VI-V2). Dress with FLARED SKIRT – other length sleeves. (V3-V4) SHEATH dress… SLIM Skirt with released folds at hips – either length sleeves.

Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size Guide

Bust: 34" (86.4cm)
Waist: 26" (66.1cm)
Hip (About 7" below natural waistline): 36" (91.5cm)
Back waist length (neck to waistline): 16 1/4" (41.25cm)
Back length (neck to hem): 46 1/2" (117.4cm)
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Bust: 42" (109.25cm)
Waist: 34" (86.4cm)
Hip (About 7" below natural waistline): 44" (111.75cm)
Back waist length (neck to waistline): 17 1/8" (43.5cm)
Back length (neck to hem): 47" (119.4cm)

Notions

Matching thread, Bias seam binding, 22” Neck type zipper, Buckle 1” Belt buckling, Novelty belt, Shoulder pads (optional)

Fabric Amount

YARDAGE REQUIRED
VIEW 1 - DRESS WITH FULL SKIRT, ¾ LENGTH SLEEVE
44”-45” Fabric (without nap): 3 ¾ yds.
54” Fabric (without nap), 3 ¼ yds.
VIEW 2 - DRESS WITH FULL SKIRT, SHORT SLEEVE
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), 4 ⅜ yds.
VIEW 3 - DRESS WITH SHEATH SKIRT, ¾ LENGTH SLEEVE
44”-45” Fabric (without nap), 3 yds.
54” Fabric (without nap), 2 ⅜ yds.
VIEW 4 - DRESS WITH SHEATH SKIRT, SHORT SLEEVE
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), 3 ¼ yds.
44”-45” Fabric (without nap), 2 ¾ yds.
DETACHABLE CONTRAST BOW ALL VIEWS (Optional)
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), ⅜ yd.
25” or 37” Interfacing for All Views, ½ yd.
2 ½” Hem allowed for either Skirt
Width at lower edge V1-2, about, 4 ¼ yds.
Width at lower edge, V3-4, about, 1 ½ yds.
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BUST: 42” (106.7cm)
VIEW 1 - DRESS WITH FULL SKIRT, ¾ LENGTH SLEEVE
44”-45” Fabric (without nap), 4 ⅜ yds.
54” Fabric (without nap), 3 ⅜ yds.
VIEW 2 - DRESS WITH FULL SKIRT, SHORT SLEEVE
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), 5 ⅛ yds.
VIEW 3 - DRESS WITH SHEATH SKIRT, ¾ LENGTH SLEEVE
44”-45” Fabric (without nap), 3 ½ yds.
54” Fabric (without nap), 2 ¾ yds.
VIEW 4 - DRESS WITH SHEATH SKIRT, SHORT SLEEVE
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), 3 ⅜ yds.
44”-45” Fabric (without nap), 3 ⅛ yds.
DETACHABLE CONTRAST BOW ALL VIEWS (Optional)
35”-36” Fabric (without nap), ⅜ yd.
25” or 37” Interfacing for All Views, ⅜ yd.
2 ½” Hem allowed for either Skirt
Width at lower edge V1-2, about, 4 ½ yds.
Width at lower edge, V3-4, about, 1 ¾ yds.

Recommended Fabrics

Cotton, Novelty Cottons, Silk-Synthetics Blends, Crepe, Shantung, Faille, Taffeta, Novelty Weaves, Wools, Synthetics-Blends, Crepes, Jersey, Novelty Weaves.

What You Will Receive

If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions and a full colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive in a clear re-sealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which may include age related wear and tear.