1870's Bustle Dress 18" Doll Clothes Pattern

Well Worth the Investment of Time - Dress is Stunning!

I finally decided to tackle this pattern and ended up with one of the most beautiful outfits I've made in a long time. The instructions were clear with plenty of illustrations (for those of us who do better with looking at pictures than actually reading)! I made a couple of minor adaptations (personal preference, not a problem with the pattern), added a Flossie Potter hat and just sat back and admired the results. If you are an experienced seamstress and love details this pattern will not disappoint.

Wonderful and historically accurate . . .

I enjoyed working with this pattern. It is well thought out and well written. My problem with it came from my choice of fabric: an embroidered silk with corded motifs. The fabric was difficult to control, but the results were very good. I chose not to include the buttons on the bustle. I did use 3/8" glass buttons down the front since I had them in my stash of notions. I want to make this pattern again, lengthening the under skirt and making a rounded evening neckline on the jacket. I think it will make a very nice holiday party gown in silk taffeta. Would I buy this pattern again? Indeed I would!

SO CUTE

Adorable as usual :). I recommend making the lobster tail bustle and petticoat (pattern maker also has a pattern for this available) to go with this dress. It really makes the bustle fill out and look stunning :).