This is my 1914 Afternoon Dress, which was inspired by an original design in a 1914 home economics textbook (see last image in the slideshow). It is a wonderful pattern for everything from everyday linen dresses to ethereal, filmy teagowns!

• Sizes 6-26 “DD” all included in one envelope.
• Several sleeve styles included (set-in or puffed; wrist- or elbow-length; cuffs or plain).
• Pattern includes instructions for lace insertion, and appendix includes traceable embroidery designs.
• You can also use the pattern to create a simple shift-style underdress. All instructions included!
• Special bodice option just for nursing moms with a secret front nursing panel.
• Photo Instructions online (coming soon in PDF format).
• Click to download the 1914 Afternoon Dress Pattern yardage chart.
• Available for instant download as an ePattern in PDF format!
• I also offer an online class if you’d like step-by-step instructions and help for creating your own gown!

Important Note: Because this pattern was drafted from an original 1914 design, it is created to be worn over a corseted form. If you do not wear a corset with the dress, I recommend cutting your bodice two sizes larger than what your bustline measurement calls for; that will give you the needed modern “ease” to wear the dress comfortably without a corset!

Note: If you purchased a copy of this pattern prior to 2003, click HERE for corrections/revisions.