PDF Sewing Pattern | 247 Lindy Shirtdress | Folkwear

PDF Sewing Pattern | 247 Lindy Shirtdress | Folkwear

Sizes: Women's XS–3XL
Skill Level: Intermediate
Language: English Only

The 247 Lindy Shirtdress sewing pattern by Folkwear recreates the elegant yet practical silhouette of a late-1940s shirtdress. Inspired by an original hand-sewn garment, this design combines distinctive period details with an easy-to-wear shape suitable for everyday dressing or vintage-inspired wardrobes.

The bodice features an interesting combination of shoulder and waist pleats and darts, creating shaping and visual interest without excessive fullness. A graceful shawl-style collar frames the neckline, while the fitted waistband defines the waist.

The skirt uses carefully positioned pleats and darts to create a flattering silhouette while maintaining comfortable ease through the hips. Elbow-length sleeves finished with cuffs complete the classic 1940s-inspired look, while an invisible zipper at the left side provides a clean finish.

Pattern Features

• 1940s-inspired shirtdress
• Based on an original late-1940s hand-sewn dress
• Women's sizes XS–3XL
• Shoulder pleats
• Waist pleats and shaping
• Shawl-style collar
• Buttoned front bodice
• Fitted waistband
• Skirt pleats and darts
• Comfortable ease through the hips
• Elbow-length sleeves
• Sleeve cuffs
• Invisible side zipper
• Below-the-knee vintage-inspired silhouette

Recommended Fabrics

• Cotton
  
• Challis
• Wool
  
• Silk
  
• Other light to medium-weight woven fabrics with good drape

Notions

• Interfacing: 3/4 yd / 0.69 m
• Buttons: 5 × 1/2" / 13 mm buttons
• Zipper: 14" / 35.5 cm invisible zipper
• Thread: Matching sewing thread

Size Chart

XS: Bust 30 1/2–31 1/2" / 78–80 cm | Waist 23–24" / 58–61 cm | Hip 32 1/2–33 1/2" / 83–86 cm

SM: Bust 32 1/2–34" / 83–87 cm | Waist 25–26 1/2" / 64–67 cm | Hip 34 1/2–36" / 89–94 cm

MED: Bust 36–38" / 92–97 cm | Waist 28–30" / 72–77 cm | Hip 38–40" / 97–102 cm

LG: Bust 40–42" / 102–107 cm | Waist 32–34" / 82–87 cm | Hip 42–44" / 107–112 cm

XL: Bust 44–46" / 112–117 cm | Waist 37–39" / 92–97 cm | Hip 46–48" / 117–122 cm

2XL: Bust 48–50" / 122–127 cm | Waist 42–44" / 102–107 cm | Hip 50–52" / 127–132 cm

3XL: Bust 52–54" / 132–135 cm | Waist 46 1/2–49" / 118–124.5 cm | Hip 54–56" / 135–142 cm

Fabric Requirements

45" / 115 cm Wide Fabric:

• XS: 3 1/2 yds / 3.2 m
• SM: 3 7/8 yds / 3.5 m
• MED: 4 1/4 yds / 3.9 m
• LG: 4 7/8 yds / 4.5 m
• XL: 5 3/8 yds / 4.9 m
• 2XL: 5 3/4 yds / 5.3 m
• 3XL: 5 3/4 yds / 5.3 m

60" / 150 cm Wide Fabric:

• XS: 2 5/8 yds / 2.4 m
• SM: 2 7/8 yds / 2.6 m
• MED: 3 1/4 yds / 3 m
• LG: 3 1/2 yds / 3.2 m
• XL: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m
• 2XL: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m
• 3XL: 3 5/8 yds / 3.3 m

PDF Pattern Includes

• Complete cutting and sewing instructions
• Women's sizes XS–3XL
• 36" Copyshop File : 1 page
• A0 Copyshop File : 3 pages
• A4 & Lettre US Print-at-Home File : 50 pages