Simplicity Sewing Pattern S8941 H5 Misses' Costume by American Duchess, Size 6-8-10-12-14

Simplicity S8941 Regency Gown & Robe Sewing Pattern is a beautiful, easy-to-make historical costume perfect for Jane Austen events. The gown consists of an adjustable bodice with a gathered front and fitted back, which can be made with 3/4 sleeves and no train, or long sleeves and a full train. The open robe features a fitted bodice that hooks in front and is designed to be worn over the gown, and can be made with long sleeves or short, and with a train or not. All of the pieces in this pattern are interchangeable. This costume can be worn without stays. The underbodice is darted at the bust, which can easily be adjusted or eliminated to be worn with stays as well. The gown features drawstring closures on the overbodice at empire waist and bustline, which allows for adjustability and preference for fit. Size H5 (6-8-10-12-14) fits Bust 30 1/2" - 36" Waist 23" - 28" Hips 32 1/2" - 38". Size R5 (14-16-18-20-22) fits Bust 36" - 44" Waist 28" - 37" Hips 38" - 46". Suggested Fabrics - Gown - voile, batiste, lawn, dotted swiss, lightweight printed cotton, very lightweight silk taffeta, silk satin, handkerchief weight linen. Lining - lightweight linen, cotton muslin. Open Robe - silk taffeta, silk satin, silk brocade, sari fabric, lightweight wool, printed cotton, shirtweight linen.

• PATTERN S8941 SIZING: Simplicity misses' sizes 6 to 14 are all included in one envelope so you can sew your ideal fit. Pattern sizing runs differently from ready-to-wear, so measure and check the body size chart before cutting.
• IN THE ENVELOPE: Printed tissue pattern pieces and clear step-by-step illustrated sewing instructions guide you from start to finish. The envelope also lists the suggested fabrics and the notions you need, so you can shop for materials with confidence.
• AMERICAN SEWING HERITAGE: An American sewing icon since 1927 and proudly made in the USA, Simplicity has been trusted by home sewists for nearly a century for accurate, easy-to-follow patterns.
• MAKE IT UNIQUELY YOURS: Sewing your own means you control the fit, color, and finishing for a custom handmade piece you cannot buy off the rack. Use the cover photos as inspiration and make it your own with your choice of fabric and trims.
• REWARDING TO SEW: A rewarding project for confident sewists and cosplayers, perfect for Halloween, comic conventions, cosplay, theatre, and Renaissance faire costumes.