{"product_id":"folkwear-235-sporty-forties-dress","title":"Folkwear 235 Sporty Forties Dress","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eBuy the 235 Sporty Forties Dress sewing pattern from Folkwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring World War II, the government asked designers not to use unnecessary amounts of fabric or indulge in excessive trimming. The British Board of Trade conceived of \"utility clothes\", which were to be simple, practical, agreeable to look at, and inexpensive. The clever results are a tribute to the designers' art. Clean simple lines and fine tailoring techniques contribute to the look that is still appreciated as classic today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sporty Forties Dress is a shirtwaist, buttoning all the way to the just-below-the-knee hem. The bodice softly pleats from the shoulder seams and into the waistband. Both the long and short sleeved versions have a pleating detail at the shoulder. The skirt sports knife pleats in the front allowing freedom of movement. Two breast pockets complete the dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compliment the dress, a knitting pattern for a cardigan is also included. This long-sleeved sweater buttons up the front and has a shawl collar. The body and sleeves are knit in a modified basket stitch; the waistband uses stockinette. Note the sweater is in sizes XS-M only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e (available to download immediately after purchase). \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthefoldline.com%2Fhow-to-buy-sewing-patterns%2F\u0026amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7C2055db73b3ff43fa6a0c08d812112ec9%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637279212288807611\u0026amp;sdata=jGOEMr6nT4ZZme5CCL3wpMxImes8GGoiMxBHviYtfeQ%3D\u0026amp;reserved=0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop \u003c\/strong\u003e(We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day).\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote if purchasing copy shop printing: One of the pattern pieces is divided across two A0 sheets. The A0 sheets will need to be joined with no overlap. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress: Crisp linen or linen-like synthetics or blends; medium-weight cottons or blends; medium-weight rayon, silks, and silk noil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweater: Sport weight wool or wool blend yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eYardages are given for fabrics without nap, pile, or one-way design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress View A (short sleeved): 45\" (115 cm) wide fabric: 3 1\/4 - 4 1\/4 yd (3 - 3.9 m) \/\/ 60\" (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 1\/4 - 3 1\/4 yd (2.1 - 3 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress View B (long sleeved): 45\" (115 cm) wide fabric: 3 3\/4 - 4 1\/2 yd (3.4 - 4.1 m) \/\/ 60\" (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 1\/2 - 3 3\/8 yd (2.3 - 3.1 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor each 1\" (2.5 cm) you wish to lengthen or shorten, add or subtract 2\" (5 cm) to or from yardages given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweater: 1 3\/4 oz. (50 g) skeins (135 yd\/128.25 m per skein): 7 - 9 skeins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e XS – 3XL (approx. UK 4\/6 – 28\/30, based on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\/\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/a\u003e). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements. Note the sweater is in sizes XS - M only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress: Thread; ten 1\/2\"-3\/4\" (13 mm-20mm) buttons for View A; twelve 1\/2\"-3\/4\" (13 mm-20 mm) buttons for View B; 1 1\/4 yd (1.15 m) of 22\" (56 cm) interfacing; optional shoulder pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweater: Six 1\/2\"-3\/4\" (13 mm-20 mm) buttons; optional shoulder pads; size 7 knitting needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instructions; US letter\/A4 print-at-home pattern (50 pages); 36″ wide copy shop pattern (1 sheet); A0 copy shop pattern (4 sheets); knitting instructions for sweater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-pattern-reviews\/\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/a\u003e from the sewing community. 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