1950s-Inspired Shirtwaist Dress PDF Sewing Pattern

Prepared after purchase. Digital delivery within 1 business day. This first-release order is for preparing the PDF sewing pattern described below. Drafting starts after purchase; the files are not available for instant download. No finished garment or printed paper pattern is shipped.

A pointed collar and button-front bodice give this shirtwaist dress its everyday vintage character. The intended design balances a defined waist with a full skirt that moves easily around the legs.

Design details

The planned design includes:

• Button-front bodice with a pointed collar
• Shaped waist seam joining a fitted bodice to a full skirt
• Short set-in sleeves for an everyday day-dress silhouette
• Below-knee skirt length as the starting design

Fabric ideas

For the intended silhouette, consider cotton poplin, lightweight cotton sateen or a stable linen blend. A fabric with some body should support the collar and skirt; final fabric and interfacing choices will follow pattern development.

Sewing notes

The planned construction centers on collar setting, a button placket and joining the bodice to the skirt. Waist shaping and button placement will need checking in a fitting sample.

Pair the finished design with a narrow belt and flats for a relaxed daytime outfit.

Your digital order

Your order covers preparation of a PDF sewing pattern and an English sewing guide for this design. The pattern has not yet been drafted, sewn or fit-tested. A fitting sample will be needed before using your final fabric.

Sizing and PDF page counts

The final size chart, print layouts and PDF page counts will be confirmed when the files are prepared. Please contact Sewlore before ordering to confirm that the planned size range suits your measurements. This listing does not include custom fitting.

Delivery

We will email your download link within 1 business day of payment. Business days are Monday to Friday, with delivery due by the end of the next business day in Istanbul time (UTC+3). Read our pattern preparation and delivery details.

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