Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 5932
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This Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern reproduces an original McCall design sized for an 8-year-old. Includes three sleeve options (sleeveless, short, and long) and original illustrated instructions. Printed on 36″ wide paper.
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Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 5932
$18.00
This Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern reproduces an original McCall design sized for an 8-year-old. Includes three sleeve options (sleeveless, short, and long) and original illustrated instructions. Printed on 36″ wide paper.
999 in stock
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On all US Orders over $50!
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Why Choose This Pattern?
Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern
This Late 1920s Girls Dress with Pleated Front Button Closure Sewing Pattern is a reproduction of an original design by The McCall Pattern Company. The set includes full-size, hand-drawn pattern pieces printed on 36" wide paper, suitable for recreating an authentic 1920s girls dress with historic accuracy.
Design Features of the Late 1920s Girls Dress
The original design was described as a āGirlsā Dress with pleated front button closure. Dress yoke finished in a stair-step pattern on the right breast. Belt may be omitted.ā All three sleeve variationsāsleeveless, short sleeve, and long sleeveāare included in this set. This reflects common tailoring options from the era for seasonal wear and stylistic variation.
The silhouette of the dress is straight and loosely fitted, typical of the Flapper Era's influence on children's fashion. Designed for movement and comfort, the dress falls to knee-length or just below, and the vertical pleats on the front panel add texture and visual interest. A full button front closure makes it easy to wear, practical, and child-friendly.
Recommended Fabrics and Historical Colors
To remain true to the period, we recommend sewing this pattern in fabrics like silk georgette crepe, silk crepe satin, silk warp crepe, or silk flat crepe. Popular historical color choices include:
- Nile Green
- Rose Pink
- Tan Fancy
- Blue Fancy
- Navy Blue
- Rose Beige
- Marron GlacƩ
- Blue
- Navigator Blue
These colors reflect the rich and playful hues found in children's clothing of the late 1920s.
Whatās Included in This Sewing Pattern
- One complete size: for an 8-year-old girl, based on 1920s sizing standards
- Three dress variations: sleeveless, short sleeve, and long sleeve
- Nine hand-drafted pattern pieces printed on 36" wide white paper
- Original illustrated instructions for cutting and construction
- Back cover includes pattern diagram, yardage requirements, and sizing chart
The instruction booklet is a faithful reproduction of the original McCallās layout, with illustrated steps and diagrams for clarity.
Materials Required
To complete this dress, you will need approximately 1-3/4 yards of 36" wide fabric. Always check your fabric choice against the yardage chart provided to allow for directional prints or pattern matching.
Historical Context: Girlsā Fashion in the Late 1920s
The late 1920s represented a turning point in childrenās fashion. Girlsā dresses began reflecting the looser, drop-waist silhouettes that defined womenās Flapper styles, while still allowing comfort and modesty. Practical embellishments like front pleats and belt options gave the garments both versatility and ease of movement. This McCallās design exemplifies the shift from Edwardian constraints to a more modern, streamlined childās garment.
For further reading on 1920s childrenās wear, see the 1920s Children's Clothing Guide from VintageDancer.
Difficulty Level: 2/5 ā Confident Beginner
This pattern is rated 2 out of 5 for difficulty. The construction is straightforward, making it accessible for sewists with basic garment experience. Challenges may include maintaining pleat alignment and attaching sleeves or facings depending on your chosen variation. Pattern includes clearly illustrated instructions for all steps.
Authentic Materials and Quality Production
All Past Patterns products are printed on 20 lb. white bond paper and come packaged in a reusable plastic sleeve for safe storage. Our team ensures every pattern is hand-inspected before shipment to preserve the legacy of historic dressmaking.
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Additional information
| Weight | 7 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 × 10 × 2 in |
Sizing Information
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