Dresses

MISSES' DRESSES: Dresses have neckline variations, fitted, lined bodice, skirt cut on crosswise grain, shaped hemline, wrong side shows, back zipper and narrow hem. D: Hem band. Designed for medium-weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Challis, Cotton Blends, Sateen, Chambray. Lining: Lining & Cotton Fabrics. RATING:VERY EASY NOTIONS: 18" Zipper, Hook & Eye.

MISSES'/MISS PETITE DRESSES: Pullover fit and flare dresses (close-fitting through bust) have neck band, princess seams, raglan sleeves and narrow hem. B, C, D: Stitched hem on sleeves. A, E: Sleeveless. B, D: Short sleeves. C: Three-quarter length sleeves. Designed for medium-weight moderate stretch knits. FABRICS: Jerseys, Cotton Knit, Interlock, Novelty Knits. *With Nap. **Without Nap. ***With or Without Nap. Size Combinations: A5(6-8-10-12-14), E5(14-16-18-20-22)

MISSES' DRESSES AND BELT: Dresses have pointed collar, collar and front bands, fitted bodice, back pleat, self-lined yoke, forward shoulder seams, French darts and narrow hem. B: Below elbow sleeves, button tab. A, B, C: Patch pockets. A, C: Belt, sleeveless and bias armhole facings. Rolled sleeves B and hem C: Wrong side shows. B, D: Stitched hem on sleeves. C: Handkerchief hem. C, D: Flared skirt cut on crosswise grain, short sleeves and side seam pockets. Note: Separate pattern pieces are included for cup sizes A/B, C, D. Designed for medium-weight wovens. FABRICS: Poplin, Cotton Blends, Denim, Sateen. *With Nap. **Without Nap. NOTIONS: A, C, D: Nine 1/2" Buttons. B: Eleven 1/2" Buttons. A, C: One 11/2" Buckle. Size Combinations: A5(6-8-10-12-14), E5(14-16-18-20-22)

Size 6-14 only MISSES' TOP AND DRESSES: Loose-fitting, pullover top and dresses have raised, elasticized, seamed waist, scoop neckline and stitched hems. A: Short sleeves. B, C: Three-quarter length sleeves and side pockets. C: Collar. Designed for medium-weight moderate stretch knits. FABRICS: Jerseys, Cotton Knit Interlock. *With Nap. **Without Nap. ***With or Without Nap. NOTIONS: 2 yds. of 3/8"-1" Wide Precut Rolls of Bias Fusible Tape, 11/4 yds. of 1/2" Elastic. Size Combinations: A5(6-8-10-12-14), E5(14-16-18-20-22)

MISSES'/CHILDREN'S/GIRLS' DRESS: Sleeveless back wrap dress has close-fitting bodice, attached, buttoned belt, flared skirt cut on crosswise grain, patch pockets, and purchased bias tape finish. Designed for medium-weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Gingham, Linen, Sateen. *With Nap. **Without Nap. ***With or Without Nap. NOTIONS: Kids': Two 3/4" Buttons, 91/2 yds. of 1/2" Double-Fold Bias Tape. Misses': Two 1" Buttons. 121/2 yds. of 1/2" Double-Fold Bias Tape. Size Combinations: KIDS(3/4-5/6-7/8), MISS[Small(8-10)-Medium(12-14)-Large(16-18)-XLarge(20-22)]

Pullover dresses have loose-fitting, lined bodice with shoulder pleats, raised front waist, front pleated and elasticized back skirt, narrow hem, and front snap closing. A: Contrast bodice. A, D: Sleeveless. B: Long sleeves gathered into bands. C: Short sleeves. C, D: Front extends into tie ends. D: Maxi-length. FABRICS: Challis, Crepe de Chine, Crepes, Cotton Blends. Lining: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: 5/8 yd. (0.6 m) of 1/4" (0.6 cm) Elastic, Three Small Snaps.

Pullover top, dresses and pull-on skirts have narrow hem. A: Stitched hem. A, B, C: Sleeveless and scoop neckline. C, F: Shaped hemline (wrong side shows). D, E, F: Elasticized waist. Patterns designed for the beginner Easy-to-follow instructions and basic sewing tips For moderate stretch knits only.

Top, tunic and dresses (semi-fitted through bust) have collar, back pleated into self-lined yoke with forward shoulder seams, and front-fly button closing. B, C: Button tab, below-elbow sleeves. A, B, D: Narrow hem. A, D: Sleeve bands, shaped hemline. B, C, D: Chest pockets. C, D: Flaps. Rolled sleeves B, C and hemline B, D: Wrong side shows. E: Self-belt. B, D, E: Side slits. C, E: Stitched hem. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Gingham, Linen, Chambray, Crepes.

Misses' Laced-Up or Split-Neck Tops and Dress Loose-fitting, pullover tops and dress have front band, French darts, shaped hemline, and narrow hem. A: Short sleeves and sleeve bands. B: Collar. A, B: Neck band. B, C: Chest pockets, long, two-piece sleeves with pleats, button cuffs and tabs. Wrong side shows on rolled sleeves. D: Sleeveless. Mock-neck C, D and armhole D bands. B, C, D: Purchased lacing.

Misses' Handkerchief-Hem, Tent Dresses and Jumpsuit Pullover, sleeveless dresses and pull-on jumpsuit have V-neckline, draped sides and narrow hem. A: Lined. C: Contrast lower bands. D: Wide-leg openings.

Misses' Gathered-Neckline Dresses with Ties, and Belt Loose-fitting, sleeveless, pullover dresses have neckline gathers, back neck slit and hemline variations. C: Belt, and side slit. D: Elasticized waist.

Misses' Wrap Dresses and Belt Fitted, wrap dress has self-belt and French darts. A: Flutter sleeves. B: Bishop sleeves. C, D: Sleeveless. D: High-low hem (wrong side of fabric will show).

Semi-fitted A-line tunic and dress have French darts, notch-neckline and sleeve variations. A, B: Ribbon trim. A, C: Flared sleeves. A, B, C: Side slits. A: Contrast bands. B, D: Sleeveless. C: Purchased cording. D: Purchased beads. C, D: Stitched hem.

Size 14-22 only Misses' Inverted Notch-Collar Shirtdresses and Belt Pullover dress has semi-fitted bodice, side zipper closing, skirt with front and back pleats, self-belt and contrast neckbands. A: Short sleeves with contrast band, skirt cut on crosswise grain. B: Long sleeves with cuff and placket. Circa 1943 FABRICS: Crepes, Border Prints, Challis, Gingham. NOTIONS: A, B: 14" (36 cm) Zipper, 1" (2.5 cm) Buckle. A: Three 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons. B: Five 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons.

Misses' Button-Down Shirt and Shirtdresses with Belt Semi-fitted collared shirt and dresses have front and back princess seams, front and back yoke, sleeve and length variations. A: Shirttail hem. A, B, C: Long sleeves with pleat and button cuff. A, C, D: Pockets. C, D: Self-belt. C: Button tabs. D: Sleeveless. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Chambray, Crepe de Chine, Faux Suede. NOTIONS: A, B, C, D: 1/2" (1.3 cm) Buttons: Twelve for A, B; Sixteen for C; Ten for D. C, D: One 11/4" (3.2 cm) Buckle.

Misses' Mix-and-Match Sweetheart Dresses Dresses have close-fitting, lined, boned bodice with side-front seams, yoke/overbodice variations, pencil skirt/long skirt/short skirt/overskirt variations with back invisible zipper, and optional long sleeves. Create your own design with mix and match pattern pieces. FABRICS: Bodice, Pencil Skirt: Satin, Tafetta. Overbodice, Sleeve: Double-Edge Scalloped Lace. Short, Long, Over Skirt, Yoke: Chiffon, Georgette. Lining: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: One 12" (31 cm) Invisible Zipper, 1 yd. (1 m) of Boning with Casing. Yoke: 2 Hooks & Eyes. Bodice: One Hook & Eye (Optional).

Size XS - M (4-14) only Misses' Knit Bodycon Dresses Very close-fitting pullover dresses have neckline, sleeve and length variations. C, D: Back slit opening. For four-way stretch knits only. Patterns designed for the beginner Easy-to-follow instructions and basic sewing tips With this pattern you can: Learn to set-in a sleeve. Learn to sew a slit. Sew machine stitched hems. Make a dress that is easy to sew—no zipper!

Misses'/Women's Fitted, Sheath Dresses Fitted dresses have back invisible zipper and sleeve variations. A: Shaped hemline. FABRICS: Challis, Crepes, Stable Knits. D, F: Sheers, Lace. Lining D, F: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: A, B, C, D, E, F: One 22" (56 cm) Invisible Zipper and Hook & Eye.

Misses' Banded, Gathered-Waist Dresses Semi-fitted dresses have side zipper, gathered or straight midriff, gathered skirt, neckline and sleeve variations. B: Purchased cording. C: Contrast armhole band, upper midriff and hem back and contrast front and back band and lower midriff. D: Purchased cording, eyelets, and grosgrain trim. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Challis, Dobby, Sateen. B: Sheers. Lining B: Lining Fabric. NOTIONS: A, B, C, D: One 14" (36 cm) Zipper. B: 1/2 yd. (0.5 m) of 1/4" (0.6 cm) Elastic, 13/4 yds. (1.6 m) of Cording, 1/2 yd. (0.5 m) of Elastic Thread. C: One 5/8" (1.5 cm) Button. D: 53/4 yds. (5.3 m) of 3/8" - 1/2" (1 cm - 1.3 cm) Grosgrain Trim, 11/2 yds. (1.4 m) Cording, Ten Eyelets.

Misses' Shirtdresses with Sleeve Options, and Belt Very loose fitting dresses have a back yoke, sleeve and hem variations. C, D: Self belt. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Cotton Lawn, Chambray, Crepe de Chine. NOTIONS: A, B, D: Seven 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons. A, B: 1/2" (1.3 cm) Single-Fold Bias Tape. C: Nine 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons.

Size 6-14 only Misses' Knit, Raglan Sleeve Pullover Tops, Tunic, and Dress Close-fitting pullover tops, tunic and dress have raglan sleeves, sleeve and length variations. D: Uneven hem, wrong side of fabric will show. FABRICS: Moderate Stretch Knits (35% cross grain): Jerseys, Rib Knit, Interlock, Cotton Knit.

Size 6-14 only Misses' Cross-Bodice Romper, Jumpsuit, and Belt Loose-fitting pull-on romper and jumpsuit have shaped back yoke, sleeve and length variations. A: Contrast yoke. FABRICS: Challis, Crepe de Chine, Rayon Blends, Knits. Contrast A: Lace. NOTIONS: 11/4 yds. (1.2 m) of 1/2" (1.3 cm) Elastic. A: 31/2 yds. (3.2 m) of 5/8" (1.5 cm) Lace Trim.

Size XS - M (4-14) only Misses' Sleeveless Pullover Surplice-Style Dresses, Sash, and Length Variations FABRICS: Knits, Challis, Crepe de Chine, Cotton Lawn. Lining: Tricot. NOTIONS: 11/4 yds. (1.2 m) of 1/4" (0.6 cm) Elastic.

Misses' Lined Fit-and Flare Dresses with Petticoat Close-fitting lined dresses have neckline variations and a petticoat. A: Contrast band and straps. Circa 1953. FABRICS: Gingham, Cotton Poplin, Sateen, Cotton Blends. Petticoat: Netting. Lining: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: A, B: One 16" (41 cm) Zipper. A: Three Hook & Eyes. B: One Hook & Eye.

Size XS - M (4-14) only Misses' Knit Swing Dresses with Neckline and Sleeve Variations Fitted through bust dresses have neckline and sleeve variations. FABRICS: For Two-way Stretch Knits (50% Cross Grain): Jerseys, Cotton Knit, Metallic Knit, Rib Knit.

Misses' Banded Dresses with Sleeve and Length Options Loose-fitting pullover dresses with front gathers and elastic at back waist, have sleeve and length variations. B: Contrast overlay. C: Contrast bodice and bands. D: Back tie ends. FABRICS: Cotton Lawn, Crepes, Challis, Crepe De Chine. B Overlay: Lace. NOTIONS: All Views: 5/8 yd. (0.6 m) of 1/4" (0.6 cm) ELastic.

Misses' Dresses, Belt, Romper, and Jumpsuit with Pockets Close-fitting, partially lined dresses have strap, pocket and length variations. A: Self belt. Close fitting, partially lined romper and jumpsuit have strap and length variations. B, C: 2" slide buckle. FABRICS: Gabardine, Cotton Blends, Denim, Wool Blends. Lining: Lining Fabric. NOTIONS: A: One 2" (5 cm) Buckle. B, C: Two 2" (5 cm) Buckles. A, B, C, D: One Hook & Eye, One 16" (41 cm) Invisible Zipper.

Size 14-22 only Misses' V-Neck or Square-Neck Top, Tunic, and Dresses Loose-fitting pullover top, tunic and dress have neckline, sleeve and length variations. B: Contrast upper sides and upper front. D: Contrast upper sides. FABRICS: Crepe de Chine, Crepe, Challis, Cotton Blends. NOTIONS: B, C: Two 3/8" (1 cm) Buttons.

Misses'/Miss Petite Dresses with Mix-and-Match Shoulder, Sleeve, and Skirt Variations Close-fitting lined dresses have bodice, sleeve and skirt variations. Create your own design with mix and match pattern pieces. FABRICS: Satin, Taffeta, Velvet, Cotton Blends. Lining: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: Bodice: One 22" (56 cm) Invisible Zipper. Strapless: One 16" (41 cm) Invisible Zipper, 11/4 yds. (1.2 m) Boning.