McCall's sewing pattern M8304 – historical 19th century ladies' dress with ruffles, lace & belt
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- Difficulty level: simply
- Including seam allowance (except Burda)
- Languages: German, English, and French
With McCall's sewing pattern M8304, you can sew a classic 19th-century women's dress that captivates with its romantic cut and charming details. The bodice is gently gathered and flows into a shaped yoke, creating an elegant silhouette. The two-piece sleeves are adorned with shoulder ruffles and shaped cuffs, while piping and lace trim lend the dress a delicate, feminine character. The look is completed by a belt with front snap fasteners, which accentuates the waist and harmoniously finishes the ensemble. Perfect for role-playing, historical costume events, or cosplay with a Victorian flair.
💡 Recommended Combination:
Combine the dress with a petticoat or crinoline to emphasize the skirt's volume, as well as with lace gloves, a small hat, or a brooch collar for an authentic appearance. For an elegant look, cotton sateen, poplin, or fine wool fabrics are suitable, decorated with lace, ruffles, or narrow piping.
📜 Historical Context:
In the 19th century, the dress was a symbol of feminine elegance and social propriety. Gentle gathers, ruffles, and intricate embellishments like lace and piping characterized the style of this era. These dresses were often worn for social occasions or afternoon visits – stylish yet understated. McCall's M8304 faithfully captures this iconic look, combining historical fashion with modern sewing precision – a true favorite project for lovers of Victorian tailoring.
Fabric Recommendation:
Cotton/Cotton blends, Silk. Interfacing: Lightweight fusible knit. Note: Additional fabric may be needed to match design or for shrinkage.
This is included in your cut:
- Illustrated and described work steps
- Sewing instructions
- Cutting plan
- Material consumption
Seam and hem allowances of 1.5 cm are included in the pattern (except: BURDA STYLE)
EU responsible person/manufacturer/importer:
VOGUE Patterns / Butterick / McCALLS / KnowMe / Simplicity / KwikSew:
Manufacturer:
IG Design Group Americas Inc. Atlanta. GA. 30342 USA Contact: sewdirect@dga-intl.com
Responsible person:
IG Design Group BV 7903 AK Hoogeveen Netherlands Contact: igdesigngroup.eu EU Importer: Cremer GmbH & Co. KG 53879 Euskirchen Germany Contact: info@cremer-kg.de
BURDA Style:
Verlag Aenne Burda GmbH & Co. KG Hubert-Burda-Platz 2 77652 Offenburg Germany Contact: burdastyle@burdadirect.de
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