News — 1940's

  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...

11-piece pattern originally by Advance Pattern Co., this surplice wrap dress has skirt drape and short kimono sleeves (the short sleeve version is in one with the dress front and back) or a long, drop-sleeve may be inserted.  Neckline may be cut high or low and an optional bow is affixed at the left side closing. 1/2" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fits 12-20 (30" to 38" bust, 24" to 32" waist, 33" to 41" hip). Size set B fits 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).   Order this pattern through Tuesday,...

13-piece pattern originally by Hollywood Pattern Co., wrap dress with short or bracelet-length sleeves and diamond inset at the skirt drape. Instructions with dimensions are given to create shoulder pads, if desired although pattern pieces are not provided. 1/2" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fits 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip). Size set B fits 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).   Order this pattern through Tuesday, February 15, 2022 and get 10% off the paper pattern price!

  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!

@Eliza.Cosmetics Instagram-posted her creation from pattern U40-4994, the 1944 Brassiere & Panties (pattern below).   She was chosen in the drawing and received the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of May, then with the Instagram post she made the following month (featuring the pattern she picked up with her May winning certificate, The 1942 One-Yard Blouse), she was also randomly selected in the drawing for June!! 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...