Nothing like finishing at the last minute!
1954 Patriotic Seersucker Sundress
I made this dress for the Fall for Cotton challenge, hosted by Rochelle (Lucky Lucille) and Tasha (By Gum By Golly).
I chose Vintage Vogue 2960, a reproduction pattern from 1954.
Vintage Vogue 2960
My version is made of red/white/blue cotton seersucker that I found at Joann’s. I noticed this fabric earlier in the summer, but didn’t bite until I had a 60% off coupon. I started off following the directions, but stopped after a couple of steps. I didn’t do all of the vintage sewing details like bound buttonholes and pinked seams and omitted the facings. I lined my bodice with swiss cotton dot, which was leftover from a past project. I also top stitched the bodice.
The inside
I found the buttons on clearance at Beverly’s for 20 cents a strip! They almost nearly match this pearl-ish vintage buckle I got from my grandma’s notion stash. And yes, I made myself a self fabric belt. Sometimes I think most all dresses look a little better with a belt or a sash.
This dress uses some of the things that I have been clamoring for in my closet, like seersucker and a patriotic dress. I am not sure whether you call the fabric pattern a gingham or a check. I think it looks like a gingham pattern, but someone else called it a check. I matched up the pattern where I could, but it was nearly impossible to do with the skirt and bodice due to the pleats. Hopefully the belt broke that up a bit.
I am wearing my light summer petticoat, which is made of cotton muslin. I used Simplicity 5006 to make it, using view D, but shortening the length. This pattern is great to make crinolines as well, and I made myself a taffeta petticoat with it for my wedding dress.
I just love my vintage frames! They are a little bit “newer” than the design of this dress as they are from 1960. I think our old GMC cattle truck is from about 1956 though, so I nearly got the props all right. 🙂
Yes, lots of photos as I was having fun taking them. 🙂
This dress is so comfortable and fun to wear that I will surely be making another version of it. I can wear this into fall with a cardi and will be looking forward to wearing it on the 4th of July. 🙂
Happy Sewing!
Dress: Vintage Vogue 2960 in cotton seersucker, made by me
Shoes: American Eagle Outfitters
Earrings: Gift from my mom
Nice job matching your fabric! I have this Vogue pattern too but I haven’t made anything yet. I love the front and back neckline on it. Congratulations on finishing your project!
Thank you! You should make it! It’s a great dress to wear. I’m even wearing it now!
Oh, what a cute dress! You look great 🙂 Love the petticoat showing, I agree; the perfect picnic dress! *I totally need a patriotic dress now*
Well done!
I think everyone needs a patriotic dress!!! 🙂
Super cute dress! Love the print!
Thanks, Shanni! 🙂
Such a cute dress! I love it and I love your pictures. 🙂
Thank you, Becca! 🙂
This dress is super cute on you! I also love the fabric too.
Thanks, Adelle! 🙂
A-DOR-A-BLE!!!!! I love the fabric here and the scoop neckline in back and I am a sucker for covered belts (which I’ve never actually made myself?!) This is totally how to do vintage without being costume-y…you can wear this most any day. Well, any warm, summery day 🙂
Thanks, Kathy! It is a very wearable dress and in fact, I was wearing it today! My belt actually isn’t covered belting. It’s like making a sash with interfacing inside and then sewn onto a buckle and then adding grommets. I prefer this method to using belting. Much easier and faster!
I love your dress!!! I have some serious fabric envy right now. Fantastic job sewing this!
Thank you! I was in love with the fabric from the first time I saw it and knew it would make a great retro dress. 🙂
This so adorable! I really love it. The scoop back with the cap sleeves is just the perfect combination.
Thanks, Megan! It’s a great pattern. I highly recommend it.
Dress looks adorable. Great job fitting.
Thank you! It’s one of my favorites.
What a great dress. The shape is very flattering. I love this length on you and the petticoat is perfect.
Thank you! It’s definitely a pattern to make again.
This turned out fabulous. very cute pattern, and I love the pics with the truck–what a perfect prop!
Thanks! 🙂 Yes, the truck is a perfect prop! It has to be a certain time of day though to take photos in front for the light. It really adds to 50s/60s dresses
A great dress ! You are probably having more fun with your sewing than the remaining contestants!
Thanks, Peg! Yes! I don’t have to sew with the knits they sent me! Not my colors or style. You were lucky with your package. I bet you’ve made something fabulous!
Ha! I agree with Peg! :)>
That’s a great bit of matching on the front of the skirt! Looks great.
Thank you, Amanda! It took some time to do that and I like that effect!
Cool dress! And the pictures are lovely!
Thanks, Rox! It’s fun to wear!