# 1418 - Dress With Coat - PDF Download

This pattern features a dress with a front bib-style yoke.  The dress sleeve is bicep length, and closes with a buttoned sleeve band. 

The skirt has four panels, with pleats on both sides of center.  Pockets stand out from the skirt, and have button trims.

The open front, full length coat has drop shoulders, and slightly flared sleeves with interesting detail at the armhole.  

Suggested Fabrics:  

Dress:  Washable Silk, Silk Shirting, Crepe, Cotton

Coat:  Flannel, Tweed, Heavy Linen, Heavy Cotton

All of our patterns are replicated directly from the original source material of the period.   

 This PDF contains files for printing and assembling at home, AND a full size print version in A0 size (48" X 33") to take to a local copy shop. 

Your download should contain four individual files.   Print and review the READ ME document which will explain how to print and assemble the pattern.

Prefer a full size print, mailed?  Find it here

A Note About Grading Vintage Patterns

 Grading from one size into a wider range of sizes is both a science and an art.   This is especially true with vintage patterns, that were often inaccurately manufactured, or previously used/altered by a past seamstress.

 Prior to grading, the digitized original size is checked to make sure that seam edges and notches match.  The grading process can (and often does) introduce some variables.  This can be especially true when expanding or shrinking more than three sizes from the original.  Such as from a 32 Bust to 42 Bust.  Or down from a 42 Bust to a 32 Bust. 

You may see some little peaks or valleys along curved edges like armholes or sleeve caps.   Just adjust your cutting to smooth out the curve where needed.  Shoulder seams and neck lines may widen or lengthen disproportionately – use the closest size to your measurements, and adjust accordingly. 

 Always sew a test garment to verify and alter fit before constructing the garment out of your final fabric.