1914 Afternoon Dress ePattern
This is my 1914 Afternoon Dress pattern, which was inspired by an original design in a 1914 home economics textbook. It is a wonderful pattern for everything from everyday linen dresses to ethereal, filmy tea gowns!
Sizes 6-26 “DD” all included in one ePattern.
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 available as a PDF download.
Click to download the 1914 Afternoon Dress Pattern yardage chart.
Available for instant download!
This pattern is rated intermediate to advanced, depending on whether or not you opt for lace insertion and embroidery.
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.
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