Prairie Dress - by Folkwear

Sizes - S - L

A practical house dress from the latter 19th century made of washable cotton and usually worn with an apron. This dress falls to the ankles in voluminous gathers and has a gracefully rounded yoke, an option is also included for mid-calf length. A ruffled collar set into a collar band with a deep front opening typical of this era closes with buttons in the yoke. This dress also has pockets set into both side seams. An apron pattern is also included with keyhole pockets and a waistband with buttons in the back. Instructions for decorative feather stitch are included. Suggested fabrics include: soft fabrics such as calico, gingham, muslin, lightweight cotton, cotton, rayon or wool challis. Sizing for this pattern is based off height. Material requirements include: Ankle Length Dress - Small (height 5' - 5'3") 5-1/4 yds 45" wide fabric; Medium (height 5'4" - 5'7") - 5-5/8 yds 45" wide fabric; Large (height 5'8" - 5'11") 6 yds 45" wide fabric; Mid Calf Length Dress - Small (height 5' - 5'3") 4-1/4 yds 45" wide fabric; Medium (height 5'4" - 5'7") 4-5/8 yds; Large (height 5'8" - 5'11") 5 yds 45" wide fabric; Apron - Small (height 5' - 5'3") 2-3/8 yds 45" wide fabric; Medium (height 5'4" - 5'7") 2-1/2 yds 45" wide fabric; Large (height 5'8" - 5'11") 2-5/8 yds 45" wide fabric. Prairie Dress pattern by Folkwear, includes patterns for dress and apron in two lengths. Women's sizes S-L. Can be used to make a housedress or muumuu for hanging out at home during a pandemic.