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Our January Winner for $25 off at EvaDress is...

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's 1934 EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal frock Kimono Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com Monthly drawing winner

Our January Winner for $25 off at EvaDress is...

@missbaltimorebombshell!     She said she loved sewing this pattern for coming together so quickly and it was really fun to learn some new techniques like making the slashed sleeves.She sewed it up from E30-4327, the 1933 Evening Gown pattern in a burnt orange satin and added in a vintage rhinestone belt buckle from eBay-Perfect for a jazz show that was 1930s/1940s based for New Years.

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April's Winner for $25 off at EvaDress

Alexandra Reynolds 1929 1930's evening evening gown formal gown Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com Monthly drawing winner

April's Winner for $25 off at EvaDress

@jacquelyn.burge was randomly selected for posting her make from pattern E30-8212, the 1935 Molyneux Dinner Gown on IG!  As captioned in an original 1935 McCall pattern booklet head-lined, 'SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE STARS', 'BIG PRINTS on dark crepe make the simplest dress quite elaborate enough.  The Molyneux frock [at the right] needs only an important print, a splash of contrasting color and a charming figure underneath.'  Image credit: eBay sale, September 19, 2013. 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...

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Newest Multi-size Pattern, the 1930 Dress or Evening Gown

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal gown

Newest Multi-size Pattern, the 1930 Dress or Evening Gown

13-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by Butterick, the original pattern had writing in pencil which read: 'Wedding dress June 12, 1931 lace over flat crepe.' This sweet design is LOADED with options! The bodice is marked for a daytime and evening front neckline option, as well as three neckline options at the bodice back; a V- or U-neck for daytime and a low V-neck for evening. The bodice is also marked for a sleeveless option if long sleeves are not desired. The skirt may be cut long in one length or rounded at each skirt hem. A shorter daytime hem is also...

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May Winner for $25 off at EvaDress.com!

Alexandra Reynolds 1940's EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com

May Winner for $25 off at EvaDress.com!

@thetallprincess Instagram-posted her delightful creation from pattern D40-4711, the 1946 Day or Evening Dress. She was randomly chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of May!  She really nailed the elegance of adding a sequin motif along the neckline, capturing the 1940's concept of drawing flattery to the face! 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...

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February Winner for $25 off at EvaDress!

Alexandra Reynolds 1930's 1936 beginner EvaDress Patterns evening evening gown formal frock gown Monthly $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com Monthly drawing winner

February Winner for $25 off at EvaDress!

@loveminandoli Instagram-posted her make from pattern E30-1655, the 1936 Evening Frock pattern. She was randomly chosen in the drawing to receive the $25 gift certificate to EvaDress.com for the month of February.    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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