Christmas season will soon be upon us and that means parties. From a casual get together with friends to a formal event, you can make a dress that will turn heads with one of these 10 awesome holiday party dress patterns.
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FORMAL HOLIDAY DRESS PATTERNS
1. This pattern comes in two neckline variations as well as different hemlines.
Make it with McCalls pattern #M7684. Rated Easy for sizes 8 to 24, this dress looks fabulous in Taffeta or Satin.
2. This boho style dress is close-fitting through the bust and the easy to sew pattern offers 4 sleeve variations, side pockets, and back zipper. Available in size 6 to 22 with separate pieces for A, B, C and D cup sizes.
Make it with Crepe de Chine or
Rayon Challis
SEMI-FORMAL DRESSES
5. Little black dress #1. This classic vintage style dress is fitted with a full flowing skirt.
Make up in Shantung, Taffeta or Satin with the free pattern from Sew Mag.
6. Ida by Seamworks is a flattering, figure-hugging dress that hits just above your knee. With such a simple pattern, the art is in the details. Ida has a boat-neck neckline, with shoulder gussets to keep the neckline in place and prevent it from stretching. This dress looks so flattering made in stretch velvet
CASUAL HOLIDAY DRESS PATTERNS
7. Shift dresses are always flattering on any type of figure. These dresses can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.
This Simplicity pattern features four different styles
8. I have seen this VeraVenus 1950’s party Dress made in various fabrics and colors and each one looks fabulous. Perfect for a casual office party!
9. Technically not a dress, but this real fun skirt will definitely make a statement at your next party. And it is easy to make with the FREE tutorial .from Cotton and Curls.
HINT: find the softest/flowy-est tulle you can in a width of 54″ or wider.
AND OF COURSE MY FAVORITE HOLIDAY PARTY DRESS – THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS
Of all the little black dresses out there, this one is so flattering and perfect for any event – dress it up or keep it casual. And best of all the pattern is FREE!! Made from Ponte/Double Knit the pattern comes in sizes 6-22 and has been rated easy for beginners to make.
Which dress will you wear this Christmas? Tag some photos #whatsnanamaking @whatsnanamaking2019. Leave me a comment and don’t forget to share. I look forward to seeing you in your new dress!!
