TUTORIAL ON MAKING A SIMPLE LACE  DRESS WITH A LONG JACKET 

Combining two patterns to recreate a style

I used the “New Look” Pattern for the dress and the “Simplicity” pattern  for the jacket. .

• I extended the New Look bodice pattern as seen in diagram.

• Use the same method to cut the lining.

• Because the lace is very light, I pinned the lace to the lining before basting to  keep in place and add weight.

Join front and back of dress together by basting before stitching.

• I faced the neck.  Press seams open and put in zipper and hemmed dress to desired length

• I used the Simplicity pattern for the jacket.

Completed Dress with Long Jacket.