{"product_id":"220-garden-party-dress","title":"220 Garden Party Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's Sizes XS-2XL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the fashions of the 1910-12 incorporated a new straight, slim silhouette as a departure from the Edwardian S-curve and full, swishing skirts, there seemed to be a reluctance to abandon the lovely lacy detailing of that earlier period.  This type of dress was sometimes referred to as a \"Lingerie Dress\" on account of the sheer, white delicacy of the fabric and trim with which it was made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bodice of our sewing patter for the Garden Party Dress reflects the less constricting tailoring of the post-Edwardian era.  Soft gathers below a square yoke and at the waist provide a comfortable fit.  Two wide flanges emphasize the princess line.  These were typically made of lace or eyelet as in View B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView A, our contemporary interpretation, has a self-bias bound jewel neckline, self-fabric flanges, and a gathered mid-calf length dirndl skirt.  View, B, the traditional version, has a lowered square neckline.  The ankle-length skirt is darted into the waistline for a very flattering, slimming fit;  purchased lace or eyelet on the flanges, cuffs, front yoke, and back add elegance and femininity.  Both views feature three-quarter length sleeves eased into wide below-the-elbow cuffs and a buttoned center back opening.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straight cut of the skirt makes this dress a natural for border prints and eyelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available as a paper pattern or a PDF pattern.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Choose the format you want in the drop down menu.  The PDF pattern has files for instructions, print at home, and copy shop versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Fabrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Soft, sheer to lightweight fabrics such as cotton batiste, voile, lawn, gauze, or eyelet; rayon challis; silks; wool challis or blends.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing and Yardage Chart (pdf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLEARN MORE:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to make this dress with a zipper instead of the traditional buttons on the back? We have a blog post showing you how to do it! Well, it's two blog posts, but find the first one here, and the second here. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Small correction on early version on STEP FIVE: SLEEVES AND FINISHING- Baste along seam line of three notched edges, instead of unnotched. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear LLC","offers":[{"title":"Paper Pattern","offer_id":54235006107759,"sku":"wbd1788600681914","price":15.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF Pattern","offer_id":54235006140527,"sku":"ums1788600681915","price":14.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/7013\/2591\/files\/220-garden-party-dress_1.jpg?v=1788600686","url":"https:\/\/lunalane.shop\/products\/220-garden-party-dress","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}