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Silk Gertie Dress

Front Drape Cocktail

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/silk-gertie-dress • Posted by Markee R.

I made this dress from Gertie's Front Drape Cocktail pattern (Butterick B5814). I bought some 100 percent silk fabric, lining, a hidden zipper and boning. Her instructions are incredibly clear, and she take a lot of time to construct her pieces. If you are new to vintage patterns, I would definitely recommend starting with her stuff.

You will need

Project Budget
Reasonably Priced

Time

5 h 00

Difficulty

So-so
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Description

I made this dress from Gertie's Front Drape Cocktail pattern (Butterick B5814). I bought some 100 percent silk fabric, lining, a hidden zipper and boning. Her instructions are incredibly clear, and she take a lot of time to construct her pieces. If you are new to vintage patterns, I would definitely recommend starting with her stuff.

Instructions