Easy. Fits well. I made the late 1830’s option with tucks in the upper sleeves. The tucks require a lot of ironing to sew correctly. It would be flattering for most body types. It’s a comfortable dress to wear to an all-day event.
Rated 5 out of 5
Pat Cannata –
The pattern piece for the bodice lining is too short and the waistband is too short. You’ll have to lengthen both pieces in order to follow the pattern directions correctly. The pattern specifies only two hooks and eyes in back but, you really need more.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jill Silbert –
Of all the patterns I have reproduced for authenticity in this time period, this dress is probably my favorite. The waist is high, as some do not understand, but looks wonderful when complete. The square neckline compliments most women, and gives them a very nice look to faces. This dress will accommodate larger sizes easily, however, will require some adjustment if they are not willing to wear the corset. The banded down sleeves can be tight, and it is best to measure about the arm before banding down.
Rated 4 out of 5
Lisa Prindle –
Excellent research and directions accompany this pattern, a transitional dress from the late 1820’s to the early 1830’s. It calls for hooks and eyes only at the neckline and waist, but I placed them up the entire bodice back. You will be making an exact replica of the original dress, so there are some odd directions for some details you really don’t need to do, so feel free to edit. The dress in the photo was made of an authentic directional print, and shows the pleated sleeve option.
Janet Canning –
Easy. Fits well. I made the late 1830’s option with tucks in the upper sleeves. The tucks require a lot of ironing to sew correctly. It would be flattering for most body types. It’s a comfortable dress to wear to an all-day event.
Pat Cannata –
The pattern piece for the bodice lining is too short and the waistband is too short. You’ll have to lengthen both pieces in order to follow the pattern directions correctly. The pattern specifies only two hooks and eyes in back but, you really need more.
Jill Silbert –
Of all the patterns I have reproduced for authenticity in this time period, this dress is probably my favorite. The waist is high, as some do not understand, but looks wonderful when complete. The square neckline compliments most women, and gives them a very nice look to faces. This dress will accommodate larger sizes easily, however, will require some adjustment if they are not willing to wear the corset. The banded down sleeves can be tight, and it is best to measure about the arm before banding down.
Lisa Prindle –
Excellent research and directions accompany this pattern, a transitional dress from the late 1820’s to the early 1830’s. It calls for hooks and eyes only at the neckline and waist, but I placed them up the entire bodice back. You will be making an exact replica of the original dress, so there are some odd directions for some details you really don’t need to do, so feel free to edit. The dress in the photo was made of an authentic directional print, and shows the pleated sleeve option.