This pattern is an Simplicity’s interpretation of a 1770 gown. The photograph on the pattern package shows the dress as vampire or renaissance wear. It is a wonderfully easy pattern; great for beginners with lots of drawings. The instructions are well written. The top can be made from one yard of fabric (sizes 10-14). I didn’t bother lining it. I just turned under the exposed seams adding lace. For a one-day event this worked well. Fitting: It seemed that the finished top was too big. The back drawstring/lacing placket doesn’t work very well, using ribbons for the loops. I suggest making it and taking out an inch or two in the center back panel and making twice as many loops for the drawstring; thereby, making the bodice more fitted.
Victoria Meyn –
This pattern is an Simplicity’s interpretation of a 1770 gown. The photograph on the pattern package shows the dress as vampire or renaissance wear. It is a wonderfully easy pattern; great for beginners with lots of drawings. The instructions are well written. The top can be made from one yard of fabric (sizes 10-14). I didn’t bother lining it. I just turned under the exposed seams adding lace. For a one-day event this worked well. Fitting: It seemed that the finished top was too big. The back drawstring/lacing placket doesn’t work very well, using ribbons for the loops. I suggest making it and taking out an inch or two in the center back panel and making twice as many loops for the drawstring; thereby, making the bodice more fitted.