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PrettyNPink · #1 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 03:03

I'm wanting some good patterns and instruction to make my DD an A-Line dress. Any ideas?

rebeccalw68 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 03:04

I think WM sells some.

bnbmom · #3 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 04:40

2 good ones are the A-line dress and top pattern from CarlaC which is sold on You Can Make This. I highly recommend that pattern. Another is the Martha Pullen pattern which is in the Martha's favorite appliques book. I haven't seen that in the store and I purchased it online for around $10. I also have one by New Look but I prefer the other 2 over that.

Settlefamily · #4 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 05:59

I have drawn my own and used a McCall's to make Ellie one - I think - you will do just as well by drawing your own.

I'd LOVE a Martha Pullen book - I need to order one soon!

Amanda

sarahg · #5 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 06:23

Hi
I LOVE the martha pullen book too. You can make the dress reversible and the possibilities for embellishment are endless (and then there is the matching bows of course!!!!). It takes a little to figure out, but once you get it down you will be making them in no time

MarthaPullen.com Store

But, you might find a cheaper on one ebay, etc

Oh, and I figured out how to do ribbons on the sleeves, so let me know if you get the pattern and are interested

Good luck

pinklady · #6 (**permalink**) 06-11-2008, 06:50

I have tried several patterns for a-line dresses and I prefer the one in the Martha Pullen Applique Book. You just trace the size you need and it has many sizes to choose from, different ways to do the straps and also has a jon jon pattern for boys. The appliques are just adorable. I purchased this book on ebay for around 10 dollars. You can't possibly go wrong with this pattern and the dresses are fully lined.

madimom · #7 (**permalink**) 06-12-2008, 10:37

Hi! I am interested in how you put ribbon on the sleeves? Thanks

iluvespirates · #8 (**permalink**) 06-22-2008, 01:32

I think I am going to attempt my first Aline dress next week, for some reason I find them very intemidating, I bought the CarlaC pattern so I hope all goes well...I have heard good thinks about her patterns so wish me luck ladies...

Annie