This is my favorite pattern. It’s easy. It fits. It looks good on everyone. Use it. Both attached images feature this bodice.
On the green gown, I created my own sleeves with some border edged fabric I found at Gunne Sax outlet. It’s so easy to add any kind of sleeve you want to this bodice, especially if you bind the sleeve armholes. In this case I finished them with corded edging so you could leave sleeves off and it would look great. I also used the bordered fabric to create a bertha neckline. Finished it off with some hand-made silk ribbon roses, buds and leaves. For the skirt I usually just cut 6-8 panels of 36-45″ fabric the length of the skirt I want and then cartridge pleat it into a waistband. Again, I used the wonderful border edged fabric to create rows of skirt flouncing.
Rated 4 out of 5
Autumn Carey-Adamme –
A great pattern. I this pattern for the bodice of a ball gown. Trystan L. Bass is wearing a ball gown made by Autumn in the photo.
Rated 5 out of 5
Danine Cozzens –
The assembly instructions conform to the 19th c. and that is very different from modern patterns. Go slowly. Read carefully.
Rated 5 out of 5
Kendra Van Cleave –
Another high quality pattern by Past Patterns. The pattern pieces were printed on heavy paper and clearly marked. The construction was relatively easy, although I did have some problems applying the piping to the waist edge.
Rated 4 out of 5
Sheri Jurnecka –
I’ve used this pattern many times. I give it a rave review.
Rated 5 out of 5
Rachel Franklin –
I cannot say enough about this pattern! I LOVE it! The fit is perfect, no matter what the body type; the directions are clear; the pieces fit together wonderfully. Definitely one of the best I’ve seen. In the attached image, Rachel’s bodice is modeled by friend Meg.
Rated 5 out of 5
Annette Stubbs –
The pieces fit together well and they are easy to tailor. I have used View B the most often; I love the sleeves. They may appear tricky at first but, do eventually make sense. I have not tried View A, but have the fabric waiting for it.
Rated 5 out of 5
Margaret DeLap –
Good instructions and easy to fit.
Rated 4 out of 5
Kathleen Songal –
I just finished this bodice and it turned out splendidly. Of course, I had to make some usual alterations but, there’s always a bit of adjustment.
Rated 5 out of 5
Janet Canning –
Make a muslin first if you are a beginner. You want the bodice to rest on your shoulders. Use seam tape so the fabric and stitches don’t stretch. Use a good stiff lining fabric.
Jana Keeler –
This is my favorite pattern. It’s easy. It fits. It looks good on everyone. Use it. Both attached images feature this bodice.
On the green gown, I created my own sleeves with some border edged fabric I found at Gunne Sax outlet. It’s so easy to add any kind of sleeve you want to this bodice, especially if you bind the sleeve armholes. In this case I finished them with corded edging so you could leave sleeves off and it would look great. I also used the bordered fabric to create a bertha neckline. Finished it off with some hand-made silk ribbon roses, buds and leaves. For the skirt I usually just cut 6-8 panels of 36-45″ fabric the length of the skirt I want and then cartridge pleat it into a waistband. Again, I used the wonderful border edged fabric to create rows of skirt flouncing.
Autumn Carey-Adamme –
A great pattern. I this pattern for the bodice of a ball gown. Trystan L. Bass is wearing a ball gown made by Autumn in the photo.
Danine Cozzens –
The assembly instructions conform to the 19th c. and that is very different from modern patterns. Go slowly. Read carefully.
Kendra Van Cleave –
Another high quality pattern by Past Patterns. The pattern pieces were printed on heavy paper and clearly marked. The construction was relatively easy, although I did have some problems applying the piping to the waist edge.
Sheri Jurnecka –
I’ve used this pattern many times. I give it a rave review.
Rachel Franklin –
I cannot say enough about this pattern! I LOVE it! The fit is perfect, no matter what the body type; the directions are clear; the pieces fit together wonderfully. Definitely one of the best I’ve seen. In the attached image, Rachel’s bodice is modeled by friend Meg.
Annette Stubbs –
The pieces fit together well and they are easy to tailor. I have used View B the most often; I love the sleeves. They may appear tricky at first but, do eventually make sense. I have not tried View A, but have the fabric waiting for it.
Margaret DeLap –
Good instructions and easy to fit.
Kathleen Songal –
I just finished this bodice and it turned out splendidly. Of course, I had to make some usual alterations but, there’s always a bit of adjustment.
Janet Canning –
Make a muslin first if you are a beginner. You want the bodice to rest on your shoulders. Use seam tape so the fabric and stitches don’t stretch. Use a good stiff lining fabric.