Swordgrass Dress Pattern Release!
[Alt Text: Joseon Modern Designs Swordgrass Dress. Marian Sizes 0-16. Guinevere Sizes 14-32. Cups A-G/H. No Zipper Closures with JMD's Orchid Pattern Line. Fantasy/Cosplay. 1930s + 1990s/Y2K Vintage Inspired. Skill Level: Advanced. Illustrated Fitting Guide + Instructions plus layered Letter/A4, A0/Copyshop, and Projector files included. Please feel free to reach out via email at jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need a more accessible copy or description of any photo!]
The digital Swordgrass Dress sewing pattern is now available for purchase on JMD's Etsy store and is included in JMD’s 20% off store-wide sale through 3/15/26!
The Swordgrass Dress is inspired by the timelessly elegant bias cut slip dresses of the 1930s and 1990s/Y2K era and combines both vintage and modern techniques and features.
Mix and match bias cut slip dress options include a front cowl neckline with a choice of spaghetti or wide (bra-friendly!) shoulder straps and a midi or fairy length. The fairy length includes additional 90s/Y2K elements with an asymmetrical hi-low hem and three sweeping back godets for a stunning evening look! The fairy length can also be styled for a fantasy/Renfaire gown fit for a fae!
The Swordgrass Dress Pattern includes:
-Front Cowl Neckline with Side Darts (Cup Sizes A-G/H Included)
-Choice of Spaghetti or Wide (Bra-Friendly!) Shoulder Straps
-Bias Cut Slip Dress with a Choice of Midi or Fairy Length
-The Fairy Length includes an Asymmetrical Hi-Low Hem + Three Sweeping Back Godets
-Pullover Dress (No Zipper Closures!)
-In-Depth Instructions for Working with and Fitting Bias Cut Fabrics
-Instructions for a Baby Hem Finish (No Serger or Rolled Hem Foot Required!)
-Modern, Illustrated Instructions Featuring Vintage Inspired Techniques
-A Separate, Pattern-Specific Fitting Guide with Common Fit Adjustments
-Layered Projector, A4/Letter, and A0/Copy Shop files
Instructions are also given for additional variations:
-Adding a Lining
-Cowl Neck Camisole Top
-Raising the Upper Dress Back (Bra-Friendly!)
-Narrow Shoulder Straps
-How to Use a Fabric Width Narrower than 60in/152.4cm (a 1930s Technique!)
Note: The Swordgrass Dress underwent a pattern test. Many thanks to the pattern testers!
The Swordgrass Dress is available in two separately drafted size ranges ~ direct Etsy links found below:
-Guinevere: Plus-Size Friendly Sizes 14-32
Note: Additional photos and details including size and yardage charts can be found in each listing.