Description
Butterick "Making History" ladies' Renaissance or Medieval dress / gown costume pattern.
Pattern Number 3552.
Sizes 12, 14, 16.
Dated 2002. Out of print.
Fitted and flared lined dress, floor-length, has low cut shaped neckline, longer than regular sleeves, princess seams, shaped hem at back and back zipper closing.
A has contrast godets, pointed sleeves at lower edge, cape with hook and eye attachments.
B has contrast sleeve lining.
Purchased trims and accessories.
Rated "average" in difficulty.
Such elegant and romantic dresses - they are reminiscent of the romantic heroines in John William Waterhouse paintings from the late 1800s (below is the Lady of Shalott.)
In excellent, complete, uncut condition.
The envelope has some storage wear.
From a smoke-free home.
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