An easy and straight-forward pattern. Just take your time, and follow the directions, and you should not have a problem. In fact, the only problem I ran into was one I created for myself, by deciding to make the dress without the shoulder pads. It was a bit challenging to alter the pattern to this end. Still, I am very pleased with the results, and would definitely use this pattern again.
Rated 4 out of 5
Gladys Campbell –
This dress is not difficult but, it does require patience and experience. The front is cut on the bias; the back is not. You might think you’ve made a mistake when you see the difference in the length. Don’t cut off the front piece! You’ll need that extra length as you ease the pieces of fabric together. Putting in the zipper takes extra time. The finished dress is extremely flattering if you have a curvy figure. If you have a boyish figure, this is not the dress for you.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jana Keeler –
This is a very attractive dress. Like most 1940’s styles, it’s very good for women with curves. Not a difficult pattern but, do make a muslin. You may need to adjust the diagonal seams in the front to get a good fit or adjust the side seams.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jessica Roberts –
This retro pattern from the 1940’s is easy to sew and quick to put together; however, pick your size by your waist and hip measurements, as they’re the closest fitting parts. If your measurements are very far off of the standard, you might want to reconsider making this or at least be prepared to do a couple muslins first. The pattern warns that there is no provision for above the waist alterations, and they’re right. If you’re short-waisted, you might want to consider another dress. All that said, though it didn’t work for me, it’s a great dress and would look wonderful on someone with the right figure for it.
Jennifer Child –
An easy and straight-forward pattern. Just take your time, and follow the directions, and you should not have a problem. In fact, the only problem I ran into was one I created for myself, by deciding to make the dress without the shoulder pads. It was a bit challenging to alter the pattern to this end. Still, I am very pleased with the results, and would definitely use this pattern again.
Gladys Campbell –
This dress is not difficult but, it does require patience and experience. The front is cut on the bias; the back is not. You might think you’ve made a mistake when you see the difference in the length. Don’t cut off the front piece! You’ll need that extra length as you ease the pieces of fabric together. Putting in the zipper takes extra time. The finished dress is extremely flattering if you have a curvy figure. If you have a boyish figure, this is not the dress for you.
Jana Keeler –
This is a very attractive dress. Like most 1940’s styles, it’s very good for women with curves. Not a difficult pattern but, do make a muslin. You may need to adjust the diagonal seams in the front to get a good fit or adjust the side seams.
Jessica Roberts –
This retro pattern from the 1940’s is easy to sew and quick to put together; however, pick your size by your waist and hip measurements, as they’re the closest fitting parts. If your measurements are very far off of the standard, you might want to reconsider making this or at least be prepared to do a couple muslins first. The pattern warns that there is no provision for above the waist alterations, and they’re right. If you’re short-waisted, you might want to consider another dress. All that said, though it didn’t work for me, it’s a great dress and would look wonderful on someone with the right figure for it.