Folkwear Patterns Paper Sewing Pattern Sporty Forties Dress

Our Sporty Forties Dress sewing pattern is a shirtwaist, buttoning all the way to just below the knee hem. The bodice softly pleats from the shoulder seams and into the waistband. Both long (View B) and short sleeved versions (View A) have pleating detail at the shoulder. The skirt sports knife pleats in the front allowing freedom of movement. Two breast pockets complete the dress. To compliment this dress, we offer the Sporty Forties'Sweater included in this pattern, with complete knitting instructions for this cardigan. The long sleeved sweater buttons up the front and has a shawl collar. Body and sleeves are knit in a modified basket stitch; the waistband uses stockinette. The sweater pattern can be purchased separately here, but is included in this pattern.