{"product_id":"folkwear-264-monte-carlo-dress","title":"Folkwear 264 Monte Carlo Dress","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eBuy the 264 Monte Carlo Dress sewing pattern from Folkwear. A popular 1920s fashion among the young, adventurous \"flapper\" girls was the straight-sided drop-waist dress with handkerchief hem, worn with tunic tops made out of revealingly sheer fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFolkwear's Monte Carlo Dress, from 1924, is inspired by the captivating styles of Paul Poiret and Jacques Doucet. This sheath dress features the drop waist and cylindrical silhouette so popular at the time. It is finished off with a bias-cut handkerchief hem that swishes seductively around nylon-stockinged legs and shows off a bit of ankle. Fanciful decoration was all the rage, in beads, sumptuous embroidery, and bejewelled ornaments. Embellish the dress according to the occasion, using the vintage design motifs included in the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo simple-sew tunics can be embellished with tassels or sparking baubles and worn in different arrangements over the dress: facing front or back, belted all around, or belted just in the front. They also create opportunities for interesting layering of sheer or shimmering fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern has several pages of professional sewing tips for using sheer or slinky fabrics as well as tips for embroidery and embroidery designs.\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:\/\/thefoldline.com\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\/\"\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). \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\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress: Lightweight and\/or sheer silk, rayon, polyester, novelty velvets, and jacquards. Dress skirt is attractive in multiple layers of chiffon or georgette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTunics: Lightweight and\/or sheer silk, rayon, lace, polyester, brocade, and burnout velvet. Sheer striped fabrics create a nice graphic effect in the Crossover Tunic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDress: 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric: 4 1\/4 - 5 yd (3.9 - 4.6 m) \/\/ 60″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 4 3\/8 yd (4 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-neck Tunic - Fabric: 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric (sizes XS-M only): 2 5\/8 yd (2.4 m) \/\/ 60″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 5\/8 - 2 3\/4 yd (2.4 - 2.5 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-neck Tunic - Lining: 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric (sizes XS-M only): 2 5\/8 yd (2.4 m) \/\/ 60″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 5\/8 - 2 3\/4 yd (2.4 - 2.5 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrossover Tunic - Fabric: 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric (sizes XS-M only): 3 3\/8 yd (3.1 m) \/\/ 60″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 7\/8 yd (2.6 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrossover Tunic - Lining: 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric (sizes XS-M only): 3 3\/8 yd (3.1 m) \/\/ 60″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 7\/8 yd (2.6 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: \u003c\/strong\u003eXS – 2XL (approx. UK 4\/6 – 24\/26, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003eThread; one snap and one decorative fastener for Crossover Tunic. Optional: Decorative beads, embroidery thread, or purchased appliqué for dress front; three tassels or jewelled pendants for hemline points of Crossover Tunic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instructions; print-at-home pattern (63 pages); 36″ wide copy shop pattern (1 sheet); A0 copy shop pattern (4 sheets).\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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