Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads | Past Patterns 0112
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Instant digital download of our Edwardian Reception Gown pattern (1899-1902). Print at home or copy shop in multiple formats. No shipping, no waiting, unlimited reprints.
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Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads | Past Patterns 0112
$12.50
Instant digital download of our Edwardian Reception Gown pattern (1899-1902). Print at home or copy shop in multiple formats. No shipping, no waiting, unlimited reprints.
999 in stock
Get Free Shipping
On all US Orders over $50!
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Why Choose This Pattern?
Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads - Digital Pattern for Immediate Use
The Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads from Past Patterns delivers instant access to our meticulously researched historical design. This digital reproduction captures the refined elegance of high society during the turn of the century (1899-1902), featuring the distinctive princess cut silhouette that defined the era. Each Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads package contains everything you need to create a historically accurate garment with the convenience of modern digital technology.
Historical Context of the Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads
The Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads represents a pivotal moment in fashion history, bridging Victorian opulence with emerging 20th-century sensibilities. During this period, reception gowns were essential attire for ladies attending formal afternoon gatherings and evening social functions. This specific gown style exemplifies the refined taste and social status of its wearers, with its high neckline, tailored bodice, and dramatic flowing skirt creating an impression of statuesque elegance without the cumbersome understructures of previous decades.
Historical fashion periodicals from 1899-1902, including "The Delineator" and "Ladies' Home Journal," frequently showcased similar designs. Comparable garments can be viewed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's costume collection, illustrating the cultural importance of these garments in Edwardian society.
Digital Advantages of Our Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads
Our Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads offer numerous benefits over traditional paper patterns:
- Immediate access - begin your project within minutes of purchase
- Multiple printing formats - compatible with A0, A4, Letter (8.5x11"), and 36" wide format printers
- Unlimited reprints - print as many copies as needed for fitting adjustments
- Convenient storage - save digital space instead of physical storage
- No shipping costs or delays - perfect for international customers or urgent projects
- Environmentally friendly option - reduce paper waste and shipping carbon footprint
Printing Instructions for Your Digital Pattern
The Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads package includes detailed printing instructions for all formats:
- A0 Format: Take to a local print shop for full-size printing on a single sheet - no assembly required
- A4/Letter Format: Print at home using the included tiling guide, matching registration marks for assembly
- 36" Wide Format: For professional printing services with format-specific layout
Each format includes a 1-inch test square to verify your printer's scale accuracy before proceeding.
Design Features of the Edwardian Reception Gown
The digital Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads pattern creates a stunning historical reproduction with these distinctive elements:
- Valencienne lace overlay with elaborate needlework below the knees
- Detailed instructions for silk embroidery and appliques at the waist, sleeves, and skirt
- Delicate organza trim specifications for neck, wrist, and hem
- Traditional back closure with hooks and eyes
- Multiple rows of ruffles at the skirt hem for authentic period movement
This downloadable pattern includes comprehensive digital instructions for both the foundation garment and decorated overlay, allowing you to recreate this historical masterpiece with precision.
Pattern Specifications
Our Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads are digitally graded for multiple sizes:
- Size 10: Bust 33" | Waist 25½" | Back Length 15¾"
- Size 12: Bust 34¾" | Waist 27" | Back Length 16"
- Size 14: Bust 36¼" | Waist 28½" | Back Length 16⅛"
- Size 16: Bust 37¾" | Waist 30¼" | Back Length 16⅜"
Materials and Notions Requirements
To complete your Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads project, you'll need:
Foundation/Petticoat Fabric: Bottom Weight Silk Taffeta
- Sizes 10-12: 5⅓ yards
- Size 14: 5½ yards
- Size 16: 5⅔ yards
Overlay Recommendation: The original used a black nubby plain weave, medium weight wool. We suggest waiting until you've reviewed the digital pattern before purchasing the lace overlay, organza, and trims to ensure precise quantities.
Notions List:
- 6 yards of 3½" wide trim lace for all sizes
- 11¼ yards of ½" wide double faced satin ribbon trim
- 5 yards piped braid for street hem
- Three 3" zig-zags for collar
- 1 yard ¾" double edge crochet
- Four 6" x ¼" white steel stays
For Appliques:
- 2 yards taffeta
- 2 yards press-on interfacing
- 16 yards or 8 packages of ⅛" or 1/16" soutache braid (matching taffeta color)
- 6 yards ½" wide double faced silk satin ribbon for applique
- 2½ yards 4" wide heavy lace such as cluny or crocheted
- 3/16" loosely twisted silk floss or creative substitute (something curly)
Sewing Expertise Required
The Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads pattern is designed for intermediate to advanced sewists. While the foundational construction is straightforward, this project demands:
- Proficiency in detailed hand-sewing techniques for applying delicate trims and lace
- Experience with French seams and period-appropriate finishing methods
- Patience and precision for executing the elaborate embellishments
- Ability to manage and assemble 15 pattern pieces with historical accuracy
- Understanding of proper fitting techniques for period garments
The time investment is significant, but your completed gown will be a magnificent reproduction worthy of display or special historical events.
What's Included in Your Digital Download
Your Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads package includes:
- Complete digital pattern files in multiple printing formats (A0, A4, Letter, 36")
- Detailed sizing chart and fabric recommendations
- Comprehensive Notes on Fine Points when sewing historical garments
- Instructions for altering pattern pieces and measuring accurately
- Digital fabric layout diagrams
- Step-by-step construction guide with illustrations
- Extensive tutorial for building the gown with historical techniques
Prefer a physical printed pattern? Get this pattern in our traditional format here.
Download your Edwardian Reception Gown Downloads pattern today and experience the joy of creating a timeless piece of fashion history with the convenience of digital technology - a perfect blend of historical craftsmanship and modern accessibility.
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Why are both Trowsers and Trousers listed on site?
Over the last 200 years, much like the human body, our style of language has changed. For vintage patterns, we attempt to use the language of the day where possible.
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Why is my pattern size different from my off the rack dress size?
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What is the difference between a Past Patterns original pattern and a Vintage Revival pattern?
The Past Patterns originals were designed in house and based upon the research, disassembly and time of Saundra Ros Altman. These designs come from finds all over the United States reaching from San Diego, California to the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC. She created the initial patterns, the sizing charts and the instruction content. Many of the these patterns are multi-sized or are available in various sizes. For the most part, these designs are done taking into account the modern human body's shape, height and weight. The Vintage Revival patterns are traces or copies of an old, mass produced pattern; the first mass produced patterns came out in the 1850s. For the most part, you get exactly what came in the original package; in some cases, Saundra has appended historical notes to the instructions. The Vintage Revivals patterns, being copies of the originals, generally only come in one size and are based upon the size and shape of the human body from the era the pattern came from.
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We utilize PW Studio for our designs. Isabelle Lott, a contributor over the years to Past Patterns, is the owner of the company and will be happy to answer an software related questions you have. Her software is available for licensing.
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Where can I see the appropriate clothing fabrics for the 18th and 19th centuries?
You can see 1740 through 1940 fabrics in a book titled "Textile Designs" by Susan Meller and Joost Elffers. The subtitle states, "Two Hundred Years of European and American Patterns for Printed Fabric by Motif, Style, Color, Layout and Period and 1,823 Illustration in Color." What they don't say is that 90% of the swatches pictured are life size. The ISBN is 0-8109-3853-7. A second book is Wearable Prints, 1740-1860, History, Materials, and Mechanics by Susan W. Greene. The ISBN is 978-1-60635-124-6. Great books! Order it from your local library that has interlibrary loan capability if you cannot afford the price. There are now many sources for appropriate fabric through the Internet.
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