{"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\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\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\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\u003cp\u003eThe straight cut of the skirt makes this dress a natural for border prints and eyelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The PDF pattern has files for instructions, print at home, and copy shop versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/220_Garden_Party_Dress_yardage_requirements.pdf?v=1632154396\"\u003eSizing and Yardage Chart (pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLEARN MORE:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\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 \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/add-a-zipper-to-the-back-of-the-220-garden-party-dress?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=71430996d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003efind the first one here\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/part-two-adding-a-zipper?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=71430996d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ethe second here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eNote: Small correction on early version on STEP FIVE: SLEEVES AND FINISHING- Baste along seam line of three notched edges, instead of unnotched. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":46456842780871,"sku":"000230-001321","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed","offer_id":46456842813639,"sku":"000230-001321-Printed","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/3514\/7097\/files\/replic-220-GardenPartyDress.jpg?v=1777212946","url":"https:\/\/empiremakespace.com\/products\/220-garden-party-dress","provider":"Empire Make Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}