Buy the B6985 Vintage 1970's Dress sewing pattern from Butterick. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. Butterick Vintage 1970’s Wrap-and-Go dress. Semi-fitted, sleeveless wrapped dress has scoop neckline and purchased fold over braid finish extending into front ties. Easy – only three main pattern pieces. No buttons, no zippers, no snaps. Just slip it on wrap and tie in front and you are all set to go.
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK over £50)
Suggested fabrics: Soft or crisp fabrics such as challis, gingham, jersey, lightweight double knits, polished cotton, polyester double knits, seersucker, surah.
Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way design fabrics or shrinkage.
Sizing: B5 (8-10-12-14-16), Y5 (18-20-22-24-26), which is approx. UK sizes B5 (6 – 12), Y5 (14 – 24) based on our . Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Thread. 6 1/2 yds. (5.9m) of 1/2" (1.3cm) fold over braid, straight seam binding.
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