Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern (bust 40 b40) – McCall 8025 Reproduction bust 40 b40 McCall Pattern Co reproduction
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Authentic Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern (McCall 8025) featuring high waistline and two sleeve variations. This WWI-era reproduction pattern fits 40″ bust with complete instructions. Available as physical pattern or digital download.
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Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern (bust 40 b40) – McCall 8025 Reproduction bust 40 b40 McCall Pattern Co reproduction
$24.00
Authentic Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern (McCall 8025) featuring high waistline and two sleeve variations. This WWI-era reproduction pattern fits 40″ bust with complete instructions. Available as physical pattern or digital download.
3/8″ Seams Allowed
Get Free Shipping
On all US Orders over $50!
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Why Choose This Pattern?
Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Pattern History
This authentic Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern (No. 8025) reproduces a classic design originally published by The McCall Pattern Company. This Late 1910s Dress style was advertised in McCall's magazine in November 1917, representing the transitional fashion of the World War I era.
The Late 1910s Dress Silhouette and Design
The Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern captures the essence of wartime fashion when practicality became paramount while maintaining feminine elegance. This Late 1910s Dress features the characteristic high waistline and 39-inch length typical of the period, offering modern sewists an opportunity to recreate authentic 1917 style.
Originally described on the packaging as "Ladies' dress; two styles of sleeve; three-piece skirt; high waistline," this Late 1910s Dress pattern allows you to create two distinct variations:
- View No. 1: A classic Late 1910s Dress featuring an adjustable collar and facing, gathered sleeves with decorative cuffs, practical pockets, and an outside belt that creates the definitive silhouette of the era.
- View No. 2: An alternative Late 1910s Dress showcasing a pointed collar, plain sleeves, and inside belt for a more streamlined look with contrasting collar option.
Late 1910s Dress Sizing and Proportions
This reproduction Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern is designed for authentic 1910s proportions:
- Bust: 40 inches
- Waist: 30 inches
- Hip: 43½ inches
- Front length: 39 inches
- Bottom width: 2⅛ yards
While the original pattern was cut in 8 sizes (34-48 inches bust), this reproduction offers size 40 only. For assistance with resizing this Late 1910s Dress pattern, please visit our Resizing Vintage Patterns guide.
Learn more about historical pattern adaptation at Vintage Sewing Pattern Resources.
Materials for Your Late 1910s Dress Project
Creating an authentic Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt requires:
For size 40 bust:
- View No. 1 (one material with collar and pockets, gathered sleeves): 4¾ yards of 36-inch fabric
- View No. 2 (with contrasting collar, plain sleeves): 4¼ yards of 36-inch fabric plus ⅜ yard for collar
- Belting: 1 yard
- All seams: ⅜ inch
Historically Accurate Fabrics for Late 1910s Dresses
For an authentic Late 1910s Dress, consider period-appropriate materials:
- Winter: Wool blends, heavier cottons, and serviceable fabrics reflecting wartime efficiency
- Summer: Lighter cotton, linen, or lightweight wool for year-round versatility
- Colors: Muted tones predominated including navy, brown, olive green, and burgundy
- Embellishments: Simple details like buttons, modest lace trims, or decorative stitching enhanced these Late 1910s Dresses without compromising their practical nature
For more historical context about 1910s fashion, visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
Pattern Format Options
Our Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern is available in two convenient formats:
- Physical Pattern: Traditional paper pattern mailed to your address
- Digital Download: Instant access PDF version available at our Digital Pattern Shop
The digital download version allows you to print at home or at a copy shop, giving you immediate access to start your Late 1910s Dress project right away.
For historical sewing techniques applicable to this pattern, check this Historical Sewing Guide.
What's Included in Your Late 1910s Dress Pattern Package
Our comprehensive Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern includes:
- Complete set of 12 pattern pieces with ⅜-inch seams allowed
- Front cover featuring original McCall artwork showing the Late 1910s Dress as worn
- Back cover with detailed notes about constructing the Three-piece Skirt and dress body
- Cutting instructions and finished garment illustrations displaying both variations
- Materials requirement charts and fabric cutting diagram for View No. 1
- Historical information on 1910s-1920s waistline finishes particularly relevant to this Late 1910s Dress style
- Detailed construction instructions for assembling your Three-piece Skirt and bodice
Note: Cutting diagram for View No. 2 of the Late 1910s Dress is not provided.
Our physical patterns are hand-drawn to emulate the originals and printed on 20 lb. white paper in 36-inch wide sheets, carefully packaged in a reusable plastic sleeve to protect your Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern.
Learn more about the historical significance of WWI-era fashion at the Fashion History Timeline.
We always offer reasonable shipping rates for domestic and international orders, with automatic adjustments for multiple item purchases.
Experience the elegance and practicality of WWI-era fashion with this authentic Late 1910s Dress with Three-piece Skirt Sewing Pattern reproduction.
Additional information
| Weight | 9 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 × 10 × 2 in |
Sizing Information
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