Truly Victorian TV456 Sewing pattern for pre-civil era 1856 Gathered Dress UNCUT

Description

This pattern is for an 1856 dress, designed from fashion plates and original garments of the pre-civil war era. This style is suitable for the years 1855-1862, and fits over TV141 round hoop. It has a gathered Fan Front bodice, with a fitted lining and a gathered back. The deep V neckline can be filled in with a chemisette, or left open for a dinner dress. The full gathered sleeve has a fitted upper section and dropped shoulder line. The bodice reaches to the waist at the back and sides, with a shallow point in front. The bodice can also be made plain, if desired. A full skirt is attached to the bodice, or can be sewn to a separate waistband. The closure is in the center front, with hooks and eyes.
Sizing and Yardage Information:
All the sizes are included, as given below.
Sizing
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
Bust
30"
32"
34"
36"
38"
40"
42"
44"
46"
48"
50"
52"
54"
56"
Waist
22"
24"
26"
28"
30"
32"
34"
36"
38"
40"
42"
44"
46"
48"
Fabric:
7 1/2 yards. Cottons, Cotton or flannel prints, linen, silks, etc.
Lining:
7 1/2 yards. Broadcloth, calico, or other light cotton fabrics.
Interlining:
1 1/2 yards. Use a medium/heavy woven fabric like twill or denim.
Netting:
1 1/2 yards, optional for evening sleeve. (Or as sleeve crinoline for day sleeve.)
Notions:
Seven - 1/4" Bones; hooks and eyes for closure, 3 - 5 yards cording for piping.
Yardages given are with nap and are approximate only. Pattern matching may require more fabric.