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The Latest EvaDress Pick for $25 off at EvaDress.com

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The Latest EvaDress Pick for $25 off at EvaDress.com

These are photos from the latest customer who won an EvaDress Pick for a $25 certificate to EvaDress.com! She posted her make from D40-1484, the 1943 Wrap Dress pattern on FaceBook and she describes this pattern as very beginner friendly. Check out her blog on this and all her fabulous 1940's makes!!  Be sure to post your makes from EvaDress Patterns on Instagram and/or FaceBook by tagging (#EvaDressPatterns) and you will automatically be 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...

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December Winner in monthly $25 gift certificate drawing to EvaDress.com!

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's dress EvaDress Patterns frock Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com

December Winner in monthly $25 gift certificate drawing to EvaDress.com!

Teodora Instagram-posted her creation from pattern D30-9906, the 1938 Dinner Dresses Pattern! She posted her wedding version of the long gown and was chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of December! 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!).

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November Winner in monthly $25 gift certificate drawing to EvaDress.com!

Alexandra Reynolds 1880's Bustle costume crinoline dress EvaDress Patterns Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com

November Winner in monthly $25 gift certificate drawing to EvaDress.com!

Jan Stone FaceBook-posted her creation from pattern Cos80-1887, the 1887 Bat Crinoline Pattern! She posted her version of this ensemble and was chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of November! 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!).

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Pattern Tour, D50-4292 1957 Claire McCardell Dress

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's Claire McCardell dress EvaDress Patterns Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour, D50-4292 1957 Claire McCardell Dress

  8-piece pattern Originally by McCall's, I refer to this one as ‘everybody’s favorite Claire McCardell’!  A superb example of her beautiful designs which were practical and very comfortable to wear. 5/8" seam allowances given. Highlighted in Sew Stylish Magazine's Pattern Round-up blog here. Be sure to check out Julie Eilber's research and work on Claire McCardell on Instagram here! Sizes: Size set A fits 12-16 (32" to 36" bust, 24" to 26" waist, 34" to 38" hip). Size set B fits 18-22 (38" to 42" bust, 30" to 34" waist, 40" to 44" hip). Size set C fits 24-30 (44" to 50" bust, 36"...

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Pattern Tour, D30-764 1930s Dress with Bolero

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Pattern Tour, D30-764 1930s Dress with Bolero

  10-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by New York, 'Waist with low neck front and back is marked for V-neck also, short sleeves. Attached five-piece gored skirt. Bolero with tie collar and short sleeves which may be omitted'.   This style would also make a stunning dress in shorter length! RECOMMENDED FABRICS: Alpaca, challis, matelasse, cottons, metallic, net, lamé, printed crepes. 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, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).   I created...

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