I made this dress for a friend for her 18th birthday so that if she goes to the Renaissance faire with us, she can go in something other than mundanes without having to borrow anything from me (and because it was fun and I just wanted to). Princess seams aren’t historically accurate, but I worked with what I had, and they look pretty regardless. They’re better than neon striped tights, a miniskirt, and fairy wings, like some people wear (no offense to those people – I just prefer a look closer to historical accuracy).

I used McCall’s 5499. I left the sleeve open below the elbow, added eyelets, and laced it closed. I also added a decorative stitch at the neckline, which hemmed with bias tape. You can’t see either of these details in the pictures, though. I barely finished making the dress on time (I had to put some of the eyelets and the cord in at the place she had her party).

Here’s the trim I put on the sleeves:

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And the dress:

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I’m glad it fits.

God bless!
- Manwariel