How to sew a summer dress with your own hands. Constructing a base pattern - the most understandable way (for beginners) No - I will not give you a single ready-made pattern

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If you are new to sewing, start with simpler models - sew a dress with a simple silhouette, evaluate the accuracy of the pattern, and the fit. If the dress fits perfectly, move on to more complex models. Use high-quality fabrics and threads, because it is the fabric that shines in dresses of a simple cut, creating a chic image of a sophisticated lady. Be sure to first build one, according to which you will model your future creation.
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On the eve of the holidays, the Sewing School of Anastasia Korfiati has prepared a pleasant surprise for all readers of the site. Especially for you, Anastasia Korfiati created a simple-cut, but incredibly spectacular festive dress made of blue-emerald glitter with a degrade effect. This model is suitable for almost any figure and, depending on the color and quality of the material from which you sew it, will look completely different. Sparkling glitter, luxurious jacquard, satin, silk and even lace - any elegant fabric is suitable for this dress. A ready-made pattern for a festive dress in 5 sizes and tips on modeling for a non-standard figure are in our next lesson.

A simple cut, but very warm and comfortable dress with a loose silhouette was created specifically for the cold season. The model is made of soft textured knitted fabric and has several non-standard details: counter pleats on the sleeves simulate volume, large patch pockets cut across create geometry, an original hem at the bottom edge adds lightness to the product. Spectacular buttons act as bright accents and give the model a complete look. And even if you're not a fan of short dresses, pairing this warm dress with tight skinny jeans, leggings or thick wool tights will make you feel comfortable in any situation. Pattern and master class on sewing a warm dress are in this lesson.

The quality of the material used for sewing is often the starting point when creating a product sketch. The density, elasticity coefficient and color of the material give rise to the outlines and silhouette lines of the future model in the designer’s imagination. For our next lesson, we created a model from dense, “heavy” synthetic jersey in a dark plum color, and when working on the model, it was the material that dictated the silhouette of the dress. The result is a product that can highlight all the advantages of a female figure!

A one-piece sleeve is not only a very popular modern trend, but also an excellent solution for clothing of soft shapes, because the shoulder line of such a sleeve turns out to be a streamlined, smooth shape, and the configuration of the shoulder slope and the width of the sleeve itself can be varied depending on the angle of the sleeve during modeling. Let's take a closer look at what types of one-piece sleeves there are, how they differ, and how to model a one-piece sleeve with a gusset yourself.

Each fashion show by the famous designer and inimitable style icon Victoria Beckham is a real event and always receives a huge number of admiring reviews. The dresses she creates almost never go out of fashion - elegant shapes, flowing silhouettes and enveloping fabrics are the main components of the success of her models. Due to numerous requests from our subscribers, we are publishing a pattern that we developed based on a dress from Victoria Beckham.

Puffy voluminous sleeves are a very bright and feminine trend of the season. And since this style emphasizes the figure even more and makes it very graceful, girls are happy to follow the fashion trend and choose dresses with similar sleeves. A striking example of this is Celine Dion’s recent appearance at the Alexandre Vauthier show, where the singer appeared in a floor-length minidress with grotesque puffy sleeves. We do not suggest that you plunge headlong into bold experiments, but start with a sophisticated and feminine dress with an open shoulder line and voluminous sleeves.

We couldn't ignore the original idea of ​​a viscose dress with a high ascot collar, the bow of which is sewn separately and tied using large eyelets installed directly on the corners of the collar. We are sure that after looking at this wonderful dress, you will want to sew something similar for your wardrobe!

When preparing for vacation, it is better to think through your wardrobe in advance. Clothes should not only be bright, but also comfortable, and the fabrics from which you plan to sew yourself a beach dress or tunic should allow the skin to breathe and at the same time not form too many folds and creases on them when you take them off when you come to the beach. The ideal material for such clothing is undoubtedly cotton jersey. And today we offer you two luxurious models of beach dresses that you can sew without any pattern in just half an hour. All you need for this is a piece of material and a sewing machine.

Pattern-basis for full figures, for sizes 50-58, is constructed using the same method as But differs in some specific features: allowances and shoulder seam line, due to the fact that a full bust and, very often, a full waist and belly require other allowances for a loose fit. And must be measured especially carefully.

Therefore, in this article, I decided to post a table with the real measurements of my clients, sizes 50-58, with body types “apple”, “pear”, “hourglass”. They will help you create your own individual base pattern.

Measurement chart for sizes 50-58.

Features of calculations for a base pattern of sizes 50-58.

Rule 1.

If for sizes 44-50 0.5 cm is added to half the chest circumference, then for patterns for full figures 54-58 - 0.7-1 cm. This is done so that the side seam does not move towards the front.

Rule 2.

When constructing a front pattern of sizes 54-58, due to the large size of the dart - 11-15 cm, the shoulder seam line can be drawn at a significant angle. This makes the front armhole small and short for the size. It is very difficult to sew a sleeve into it correctly and beautifully.

Therefore, when I create a pattern, I usually check the shoulder slope line with a reference measure - oblique chest height - VGk. Even if it coincides with the drawn shoulder line, I “raise” the shoulder seam by 1-1.5 cm - the drawing is on the lower collage. And, as a rule, during fitting, if we are sewing a dress model with sleeves, we deepen the armhole by 1.5-3 cm for blouses and dresses, and by 2-4 cm for jackets

Rule 3.

For fuller apple shapes, the side seam line typically runs through the points at the intersection of the bust, hip, and reference lines. And the width of the side and central darts is only 2-2.5 cm

For hourglass and pear silhouette figures, it is more difficult to create a base pattern due to the large difference in the sizes of the chest, waist and hips. For example, if OG is 110 cm, From is 90 cm, and OB is 118, the width of the darts is 3 cm

As a result, you get a rather sharp bend in the side seam, which is difficult to iron when sewing a dress or jacket. Therefore, it is preferable to sew models with a central seam on the back, and redistribute the width of the darts. If the deflection along this seam is 1 cm, then the side darts can be reduced by 0.5-0.7 cm each. And I prefer to sew a zipper, when the style allows it, into the central seam of the back. If the dress model with a skirt is “half-sun”, then the zipper is sewn into the side seam.

Calculations for a base pattern of sizes 50-58.

The allowance for a loose fit to the chest girth, for a dress and blouse, even a fitted silhouette, is better to make 7-8 cm, for a semi-fitted one and for a jacket - 9 -10 cm

Calculation of measurements for size 50.

OT – 78 or OT – 84

(OG + 8) : 2 = 108: 2 = 54: 2 = 27

For the front pattern, add 0.5, for the back pattern, subtract 0.5 cm

OG along the front chest line – 27.5

back exhaust gas – 26.5

Calculation of dart sizes.

From = 78 cm + 4 = 82: 2 = 41

From the calculated measurement of half the waist with allowance, subtract the resulting value of half the waist circumference with allowance: 54 – 41 = 13: 4 = 3.2 – for an hourglass silhouette figure.

With OT = 84, the size of the darts is: 84 + 4 = 88: 2 = 44

54 – 44 = 10 cm: 4 = 2.5 cm – for an “apple” silhouette figure.

Calculation of hip line size.

(OB + 4) : 2 = 104 + 4 = 108: 2 = 54

For a figure with such measurements, the points of the front chest line and the hip line are located on the same reference line.

If OB = 110 cm, then after calculating: (110 + 4 = 114) : 2 = 57, the difference between half the chest circumference with allowances and half the hip circumference with allowances would be 3 cm.

57 – 54 = 3: 2 = +1.5 cm - this value must be set aside from the reference line on the front and back pattern along the hip line. For the front - left, for the back - right.

Calculation of measurements for a size 52 pattern.

OG = (104 + 8) : 2 = 112: 2 = 56: 2 = 28

0.5 = 28.5 – front, - 0.5 = 27.5 – back

OT = (92 + 4) : 2 = 48

Darts = 56 – 48 = 8: 4 = 2 cm – each dart

OB = (112 + 4) : 2 = 116: 2 = 58

58 – 56 = 2 cm: 2 – + 1 cm along the hip line from the reference line.

Calculation of measurements for size 54.

OG = (108 + 8) : 2 = 116: 2 = 58: 2 = 29

Front exhaust = 29 + 0.7 = 29.7

Back OG = 29 – 0.7 = 28.3

From = (94 + 4) : 2 = 98: 2 = 49

Darts = 58 – 49 = 11: 4 = 2.7

OB = (116 + 4) : 2 = 120: 2 = 60 – 58 = 2: 2 = +1 cm from the reference lines along the hip line

Calculation of measurements for size 58.

OG = (116 + 8) : 2 = 124: 2 = 62: 2 = 31

Front exhaust = 31 + 1 = 32

OG back 31 – 1 = 30

OT = (98 + 4) = 2 = 102: 2 = 51

62 - 51 = 11: 4 = 2.7 cm – darts

OB = (122 + 4) : 2 = 126: 2 = 63

63 – 62 = 1 cm: 2 = + 0.5 cm from the reference line point on the hip line.

In order to create a pattern for the basis of a dress with a straight silhouette, draw lines parallel to the middle of the front and back, from a point on the hip line, to the required length of the dress.

Using such a pattern, if it is built accurately and checked, you can model and sew any of the models

For a dress with a trapezoidal silhouette, continue the reference line to the required length and place the inclination point of the side seam at a distance of 12-22 cm to the left of it - for the front half of the pattern. For the back pattern, respectively, to the right. This distance can be increased to 25 cm, but no more, especially if the length of the dress is knee-length. The side seams will simply “fold” inward, and the dress will look sloppy.

If you want a more flared dress, then choose a model with an underbust and a half-sun or bias-cut A-line hem. You can choose a dress model with reliefs - each detail changes along the hemline to the required width.

Flirty and charming, 50s styles are classics that never go out of style. The feminine hourglass silhouettes of the dresses highlight the bust, waist and hips. Using the patterns of dresses from the 50s presented in this article, you can easily sew yourself an original vintage dress.

Silhouette Features:

1. As a rule, it is an hourglass silhouette, with a fitted bodice, often in the form of a corset. The skirt is most often very full, although there are also narrower versions in the style of Marilyn Monroe.
2. The waistline of many models is high.
3. The length of the dresses is slightly below the knee.
4. Sleeves - lantern, three quarters, long. Sometimes the dress was made without sleeves at all.
5. The shape of the rollout could be very different - boat, triangle, heart-shaped, square. Collar – turn-down or sailor.
6. The fabric used for sewing was natural - linen, cotton, satin, silk, satin. For full skirts - crinoline or its analogues.
7. The colors are very different. Geometric patterns are popular - peas, stripes. Color combinations are contrasting, for example, black and white, red and yellow. Business-style dresses were often made from a single-color material.

Turn-down collar dress

The model is made of fabric with a small pattern and is cut at the waist. The front bodice has a semicircular neckline and a button placket in the center. The turn-down collar is made of plain fabric. Its ends are passed under the decorative strip at the front. The skirt is with trimmed barrels, slightly widened at the bottom. Welt pockets are made along the line of attaching the barrels. The waistline is emphasized with a belt.

Dress with a semi-sun skirt

Seam at the waist, half-sun skirt. The bodice has a rectangular neckline. The dress is decorated with a bow. The waist line is emphasized with a belt.

Dress with dropped armhole

The model is made with raised seams. On the side sections the skirt is gathered into a small gather. A narrow belt is sewn into the relief lines at the waist level, tied at the back. The armhole and neckline sections are finished with contrasting trim.

Dress Basques

The model is cut at the waist with a lowered armhole. The front bodice rollout is decorated with a collar. The skirt is straight with a seam in the center of the back panel. The seam has counter folds. The waistline is emphasized by a peplum.

Yoke dress with belt

An example of comfortable casual clothing. If you use elegant fabrics for production, decorate the dress with lace and guipure, you will get a spectacular evening dress.

This model features the feminine shoulder line characteristic of the 50s and 60s and emphasizes the waist.

The bodice is made with a yoke, the dress is continuous at the waist, and the sleeves are set-in. The waist is emphasized by a wide belt, which is fastened with a buckle. The front and back parts are gathered along a guipure yoke. Sleeves - 3⁄4, decorated with guipure cuffs.

To sew this model, you need to prepare two lengths of the dress plus 0.2 m. Do not forget to provide allowances for the seams and the hem.

Who is this model suitable for?

For women with narrow shoulders and wide hips, this model will be the ideal solution. A horizontal yoke will visually make the silhouette more proportional, as it will widen the shoulders. This effect can be enhanced by using a yoke made of contrasting fabric.

Evening dress with a full skirt

A very elegant dress with a low waistline. A striking detail of this model is the voluminous shawl collar. Its details are cut out together with parts of the bodice. Near the rollout of the back there are darts that turn into collar folds. It is due to them that volume is formed. Sleeves - flashlight. The skirt, cut along the bias thread, is folded into small bow pleats along the stitching line with the bodice.

The proposed pattern is designed for size 48. When cutting, it is necessary to provide seam allowances of 1...1.5 cm. Allow 4...5 cm for the bottom edge of the skirt, 3...4 cm for the bottom of the sleeves. To sew this model, you need 4.4 m of fabric with a width of 1.1 m.

Dress with bob neckline

Elegant model of a dress with a seam at the waist. The fitted silhouette is created by darts on the front bodice and pleats on the back bodice. The zipper is sewn into the left shoulder seam. The neck rollout is made in the shape of a square.

Short one-piece sleeves end in cuffs.

The skirt is cut in one piece with a seam in the center of the back panel. A button fastening is made along this center line. The upper edge of the skirt is folded.

The proposed pattern is designed for size 48. When cutting, it is necessary to provide seam allowances of 1...1.5 cm. Allow 4...5 cm for the bottom edge of the skirt, 3...4 cm for the bottom of the sleeves. To sew this model, you need 1.5 m of fabric with a width of 1.4 m.

How to sew a dress in retro style: video mk

Transformable dress from the 50s

The fifties are back! A very original dress model from the 50s looks modern and fresh. No wonder they say that fashion is cyclical and returns every 25-30 years.

For such a vintage dress, you need to choose matching fabrics.

The photo below schematically shows the modeling of this style.

You need to cut out and sew two mirror pieces.

Using this principle, using your imagination, you can sew various versions of cute dresses.

Modeling a dress in retro style: video mk

New look dress

A very modern model from our grandmothers' magazines. A full skirt creates a slender silhouette. To make the skirt more full, it is recommended to make a petticoat. To emphasize the waistline, you will need a belt. It can be made from the main fabric or used ready-made. The proposed patterns include a skirt in the “sun” pattern. If you want to get gathers in the waist area as in the photo above, then you need to cut out two panels for the skirt with a width of 1.4...1.5 m of the required length.

Free patterns are made for size 46 (OG = 92 cm, OT = 74 cm, OB = 100 cm) and size 50 (OG = 100 cm, OT = 82 cm, OB = 108 cm).

To sew this model, thin dress fabrics that hold their shape well are suitable - gabardine, satin, crepe.

Non-woven fabric is used to strengthen the parts.

How to cut

From the main fabric you need to cut:

• middle part of the front - 2 parts;
• front side – 2 parts;
• middle part of the back - 2 parts;
• back flank – 2 parts;
• sleeves - 2 parts;
• collar – 2 parts;
• selection – 2 parts;
• skirt panel - 2 folded parts.

From non-woven fabric you need to cut out:

• selection – 2 parts;
• collar – 1 piece.

For parts cut from the main fabric, we provide a seam allowance of 1.5 cm. We provide an allowance of 3 cm along the lower edge of the middle parts of the front, back and barrels, and 7...10 mm along the neck rollout. We cut out the collar part with allowances of 7...10 mm. We cut out non-woven parts with an allowance of 3...5 mm.

Sewing

We strengthen the parts with non-woven fabric. Having folded the side and central parts of the front with the right sides facing each other, we chop off the relief seams and sew them. We overlock the edges of the seam allowances, turn them to the center of the front, and iron them.

We sew the central seam of the back, process the edges with an overlocker, and iron the seam allowances in different directions.

Having folded the side and central parts of the back with the right sides facing each other, we chop off the relief seams and sew them. We overlock the edges of the seam allowances, turn them to the center of the front, and iron them.

We sew the seams on the shoulders, overcast the allowances, turn them onto the shelf, and iron them.

We sew the side seams, leaving an open area on the left side for sewing in the zipper. We overcast the allowances and iron them.

Having folded the collar pieces with the right sides inward, we pin them together and sew them together. We cut out the corners, turn them inside out, wash them, and iron them.

Apply the collar to the neckline, aligning the center line with the center back seam. We overcast the hem and place it right sides down on the parts of the shelf, stitching. Using one seam, we sew the hem with the front and sew in the collar. We cut out the corners and turn the edges to the wrong side. We sew and iron the roll-out and collar sections. We attach the hem to the shoulder seams using a hand stitch.

We sew the sleeve seams, overcast the allowances, and iron them. Turn up the bottom edge of the sleeves.

We sew the sleeves into the armholes and overcast the edges.

We sew the side seams on the skirt, leaving an open area on the left for sewing in a zipper. We overcast the allowances and iron them.

Having folded the bodice and skirt with their right sides facing each other, we cut off the parts of the dress. We stitch together, overlay the seam allowances, tuck them onto the bodice, and iron them.

We insert the zipper, having previously basted it.

Fold up the bottom of the dress.

We mark the position of the loops and perform them. Sew on the buttons.

Festive retro - dress in the style of the 50s from Burda 8/2012: video MK

Simple pattern with patterns for several sizes

To sew this model you need:

• polka dot fabric - with a width of 1.5 m, 4.3 m will be required;
• hidden zipper – 56 cm.

The pattern is made for sizes 8 to 20 (English)

You can choose the right size by checking the parameters table.

How to cut

We need to cut out:

• back bodice – 2 parts (one for lining);
• front center panel of the skirt – 1 piece;
• side front panels of the skirt - 2 parts;
• back panels of the skirt - 2 parts.

We cut out the parts with allowances of 1.5 cm (unless otherwise indicated).

We print the pattern taking into account the scale and glue it into a common format. Cut out the pieces to your size.

How to sew

We sew the darts starting from the base. We iron them in the direction of the middle lines of the front and back. Place the bodice pieces right sides together, pin and stitch the seams on the shoulders. Iron the seam allowances.

We fold the outer and inner parts of the bodice with the right sides inward, align the cuts, and pin along the rollout and armhole lines. We sew along the rollout and armholes, cutting off the allowances to a minimum.

We turn the bodice inside out, sew along the armholes and neckline, and iron. We combine the side cuts, pin, stitch, iron.

We make vertical seams on the skirt (except for the one into which we will sew a zipper), overlay the sections. Along the top edge we sew a stitch with a large step for gathering. By tightening the bottom thread, we align the length of the skirt cut with the length of the bottom cut of the bodice. We pin the skirt to the bodice and attach it.

We sew in a zipper and stitch the rest of the seam.

We overlay the bottom edge of the dress, turn it in 1 cm and stitch.

Master class on modeling patterns and sewing dresses in the style of the 50s

For sewing you will need:

• fabric – thick satin, 2 m;
• non-woven fabric - about 1 m;
• hidden zipper – 50...60 cm;
• threads, sewing tools.

Description

First of all, we need to make a dress pattern. To do this we need a basic pattern of the required size. Let's retake the patterns for the front and back bodice.

To transfer the dart to the side seam, set aside 5 cm from the edge of the armhole along the side seam line and draw a straight line to the edge of the dart. We make a cut along it, close the chest dart, opening it in the side seam.

On the pattern, measure the shelves along the shoulder seam 6 cm from the highest point, widening the neck. Then we sequentially set aside the width of the shoulder seam - 4 cm. From the bottom of the neck down, measure 9 cm, mark a point. From it to the left we measure 8 cm. We draw a new shape for the rollout of the neck.

On the back template, we put 6 cm and 4 cm along the shoulder line in succession. Along the middle line, we measure down 10 cm. We draw a new line for rolling out the neck of the back at an angle.

We cut off the excess, obtaining ready-made patterns.

For the circle skirt, we make a standard pattern using 1⁄2 or 1⁄4 patterns. If desired, you can increase the length of the upper cut by 20 cm for gathering.

We cut out all the details, not forgetting to allow 2 cm for allowances. We have done the basting according to the markings, you don't have to do this.

Blank for the front - see photo.

Blank for the back - see photo.

We sew up the darts (four on the front and two on the back), and sew them together.

Remove the basting threads and iron.

We process the side cuts with an overlock

and shoulder seams.

We connect the bodice parts along the side seams with basting and stitch together. Remove the basting threads and iron the seam allowances.

We lay out the bodice on the fabric (or paper), unfolded along the armhole. We mark the outline. Parallel to the contour, draw a second line at a facing width of 4 cm. In the next photo, the second line is indicated by arrows. Similarly, we make the facing for the second armhole and neckline (one piece for the front and two pieces for the back). Don’t forget to allow allowances on the shoulder seams that are equal to the allowances on the back and front.

We have to cut out only 5 facings. We cut out the same parts from non-woven fabric. Glue the interlining to the wrong side of the facings.

Baste and sew together the shoulder seams on the bodice. Remove the basting and iron the seam allowances. Sew the shoulder seams on the facings in the same way.

We also remove the basting and iron it.

Place the facings face down on the front side of the dress and sew with a basting stitch along the edge of the front and back neckline. We sew a machine seam. When performing this operation, it is important to ensure that the shoulder seams on the facing coincide with the shoulder seams on the bodice.

We cut the allowances.

Check the width of the facings and trim if necessary. We overlock the edge of the facing.

On the front side we sew the facing at a distance of 3...5 mm from the stitching seam. The decorative stitching should not reach 5 cm from the back cut. This is necessary for conveniently attaching the zipper.

By pulling the bottom thread, gather the edge of the skirt to a length equal to the length of the bottom cut of the bodice. We sew the top and bottom of the dress, overlock the edges, and iron the seam.

All we have to do is complete the middle seam on the back of the dress. First we baste one strip of the zipper, starting from the neck. We attach using a special foot.

We close the zipper. We apply the mirror part of the back to the second zipper strip, making sure that the horizontal seams on both parts match. We chop off the back bodice piece with the zipper braid. Open the zipper and sew a basting seam.

Close the zipper again and check the alignment of the horizontal seams.

We attach the second braid.

We attach the facing to the zipper, trim off the excess fabric, and turn it inside out.

We sew up the middle seam of the back along the remaining length and stitch together. Remove the basting threads and iron the seam.

To level the bottom edge, hang the almost finished dress on hangers or put it on a mannequin. Since the direction of the grain thread along the panel of the skirt is different in different areas, the stretch of the skirt will also be different.

After 12 hours, we adjust the length of the skirt, measuring it from the floor.

We cut off the excess and finish the edge with an overlocker. We make a 2 cm turn and iron it.

We lay a basting seam.

We sew the bottom of the dress, remove the basting threads, and iron it.

All we have to do is secure the lower edges of the facing of the armholes and neckline. We fix them with pins.

Sew the bottom edge of the facings by hand using blind stitches.

The dress is almost ready!

For the belt, we cut out two strips 4 cm wide, the length is the size of the waist plus 0.5 cm for each seam and plus 2...3 cm for the fastener. In addition, we cut out two strips 4 by 20 cm. We reinforce them with non-woven fabric. We baste, stitch, remove the basting, turn it inside out.

We got two parts of the belt - short and long. We iron them.

We make a bow from a short strip by folding it and sewing it in the center - see photo.

We cut off the excess fabric. We make a jumper and sew it onto the bow. Sew a bow to the middle of the large part of the belt.

We fold the open sections of the belt inwards and sew them together by hand.

At the left end of the belt we make a loop,

on the right - sew on a button.

Ironing the finished dress!

Retro dress from Karen Millen: video MK

Dress pattern in the style of the 50s for young and slender girls. The pattern is printed on a regular home printer.

The dress is cut at the waist. The skirt of the dress is half-sun. The zipper is located in the middle back seam.

In the proposed dress pattern, the length of the skirt is 62 cm, but this dress looks great with a shorter skirt or a floor-length skirt - checked!

Be guided by your desires. Adjust the length of the skirt before you start cutting.

The fabric can be very diverse, from chintz to... taffeta and gabardine.

The pattern comes in four life-size sizes. no seam allowances.

The pattern is sent instantly by email.

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">GET THE PATTERN– a few simple manipulations and the pattern appears in your email inbox. This particular method of obtaining a pattern is the most optimal today - quickly, inexpensively, without advertising and without problems. When checking your email, make sure you are at the address you provided on the website. You open the letter with the pattern, print it out on a regular printer, glue it together, cut it out to the desired size and the patterns are ready for cutting.

Even in exceptional cases, if any questions arise when receiving a pattern, we will not leave you and will bring the matter to its logical conclusion.

Note: First, print one sheet with a reference square of 10x10 cm. Check that its sides correspond exactly to 10 cm. Achieve this using the settings of your printer. Now you can print out all the pattern sheets and assemble them into one puzzle, according to the pattern, using narrow tape or an adhesive stick.

Before cutting out your pattern pieces, take a tape measure and compare your measurements to the pattern's measurements. Check all girths and length of the product. Determine the optimal size for yourself and cut out the pattern pieces.

Ready-made patterns are given for a conventionally typical figure. If your figure differs from the conventionally typical one, you should adjust the pattern taking into account the characteristics of your physique and only then start cutting.

ATTENTION! The pattern is given without SEAM ALLOWANCES!(When cutting, you must add them).

Recommended allowances: for sewn seams (side, shoulder, relief, etc.) add 1.5 cm, for facing seams (neck, armholes) 0.7 cm, and for hem allow 1.5 - 2 cm , depending on the type of fabric and processing.

CUT DETAILS

• The middle part of the front bodice – 1 piece with a fold in the middle of the front
• Side bodice front 2 parts
• The middle part of the back of the bodice – 2 parts
• Bodice back side – 2 parts
• Stitching of the neckline and front armhole – 1 piece with fold
• Stitching of neckline and back armhole - 2 parts
• Skirt front panel 1 piece
• Back panel of skirt 2 parts

TAILORING A DRESS

Strengthen the facing parts with an adhesive gasket. All open sections during the sewing process should be overcast. Each knot after the sewing operation should be ironed (ironed, pressed, etc.) - all together this is called: wet heat treatment (WHT).

Those years - a tight-fitting upper part, and a lush lower part. The style emphasized the waist. She often wore a belt. To flaunt such an outfit now, you need a slim figure or shapewear that will “tighten” your waist to a reasonable extent.

Cutting the fabric

If you sew such a dress for yourself, you can walk around on a warm summer day in it, just like ladies walked in the fifties. Accessories will include a small handbag, beads and a light gauze scarf or hat for your head.

First, cut out the material. For the dress you will need approximately 7 meters of fabric with a width of 1 meter 10 cm. The back of the bodice is one-piece. This means that the fabric is folded in half. It is pinned to it with pins, and the middle vertical part of the back of the bodice is placed close to the fold.

Don't forget to leave seam allowances when cutting. If in doubt about the size, make the side seam allowances slightly larger. If the first fitting shows that the dress fits well, then you can leave it that way. If it is a little small, then the stitching is done closer to the edge, and the dress will become a little larger.

When cutting out the bodice, do not forget to mark the location of the darts. If you did not do this right away, then again attach the pattern to the cut out fabric base and use chalk to mark these places on the wrong side of the fabric.

The two parts of the front bodice are symmetrical. If it does not imply the presence of a fastener or buttons, then it, like the back shelf, is also one-piece. In this case, sew a zipper at the back.

The fashion of the 50s also included full skirts. In these models it is flared or sun-flared. Place the piece of this part of the dress on the fabric folded in half and cut out the front and then the bottom of the skirt.

If there are button fasteners at the front of the dress, then the hems are cut out. Don’t forget to cut out the belt, if this model has one.

Stitching parts

First, baste the darts and side and shoulder seams. Now fitting is needed. If the shelf fits well, you can sew the seams using a machine. After this, the sides of the skirt are sewn and stitched to the bodice.

To avoid having to rip it out, it is better to first baste the seams and then stitch them on a sewing machine.

If the zipper is at the back, sew it in. It's the turn of the neck. The neckline is finished with bias tape. The bottom of the dress is hemmed by hand or on a machine that performs this operation.

The 50s dress is ready. Now you can start creating the 60s model. At that time, a sheath dress was fashionable. This is a garment that fits the top and hips, unlike the previous style.