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Pattern Tour, E50-4425 1957 Side Tie Dress

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's EvaDress Patterns EvaDress Picks! evening gown formal gown Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour, E50-4425 1957 Side Tie Dress

   15-piece pattern Originally by McCall's, the side-tie dress is in full or shorter length. View A is full length with boned, strapless bodice for evening and View B is with straps and without boning for day in shorter length. 5/8" seams are allowed. I've also made the longer version, View A (9-piece pattern) and the shorter version, View B (10-piece pattern) available separately from one-another.  SUGGESTED DRESS FABRICS: Peau de Soie, Taffeta, Satin, Printed Silkor Cotton, Faille, Polished Cotton, Celanese or Tussah.  @thetallprincess was selected as an 'EvaDress Pick' for $25 off at EvaDress.com for posting her 'Tropical 1950's Dress' from the 1957...

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Pattern Tour, B50-5490 1950's Blouse & Apron

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's apron bias blouse EvaDress Patterns Pattern Tour

Pattern Tour, B50-5490 1950's Blouse & Apron

  10-piece pattern originally by Advance, the kimono blouse is pleated at center front and with or without sleeve and collar revers.  The bias-cut apron may be cut in printed or contrasting fabric. 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). I sewed this blouse in deep red cotton sateen and I still want to make an apron, just haven't decided what color/print it should be! The blouse is too large...

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

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's blouse Capsule wardrobe EvaDress Patterns halter Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com playsuit

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

Linda Ruiz FaceBook-posted her creation from pattern Sp50-4310, the 1953 Shorts, Bra, Skirt & Shirt! 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 October! 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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September Winner in the monthly $25 gift certificate drawing to EvaDress.com!

Alexandra Reynolds 1950's Capsule wardrobe EvaDress Patterns halter Monthly drawing winner playsuit

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

@thevintagesewer Instagram-posted her creation from pattern Sp50-3613, the 1956 Swim or Playsuit & Skirt pattern. She posted the second version of this ensemble she created this year and was chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of September! 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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