Pattern and Instructions: The Haynes Bodice
This stunning bodice, inspired by the “Sisters” dress in the movie White Christmas, is a true showstopper — breathtaking in lace when layered over another Lamour-series design, or striking all on its own as a fully lined simple winter bodice. Plus, its classic double-darted construction leaves lots of opportunities for customization.
With an elegant silhouette and three graceful neckline options, it’s a design that captures timeless vintage glamour while feeling completely at home in a modern wardrobe. Whether you choose one of the two optional collars or keep the neckline sleek and simple, this bodice will fit in perfectly with any winter wonderland.
IMPORTANT: You'll find the tiled file (for printing at home on A4 or letter size sheets and taping together) and the A0 file (for printing at a copy shop like ThePlottedPattern.com). Please note that we have two size blocks, so make sure to download the correct files for the size you're making. If you have any questions about which size to sew, don't forget to read our blog post with all the details!
Don't forget to share your makes with the hashtags #haynesbodice and #charmpatterns!
xoxo,
Gertie
Comments (47)
I have a question regarding the fit of the haynes bodice. It looks like it is quite a bit shorter than the other bodices. Has anyone else noticed it or is it just me? I lengthened it 1.1/2 inch but need another inch at the front. Where do i do that? At the upper part of the bodice or the lower part?
I'm so frustrated. I've tried and tried but can't get an answer to what was used to do the pencil skirt version? Could somebody please tell me which pattern was used.
I think in the Crowdcast she said it was the boardwalk slim skirt, but straightened at the bottom!
hi, I have been having a problem the last 2 releases. It will only download the 2-20 copy shop print; the rest just download. Is there any known issues?
Susie you look amazing 😍
Beautiful!!
This years Patreon is my favourite. Every month a new masterpiece ❤️
The high neck would drive me crazy, but there are so many great tips with this pattern for sewing with lace and for making an overlay! I think this is the perfect pattern to use for a lace overlay bodice I really want to make with just a little mod to the neckline:) Love that it matches the lamour series ❤️
I don't like choke-y high necks. I'm going to make it but will take a neckline off of another pattern and superimpose it. A V-neck or something curved and scoopy..
EEK!!!! I was just talking about making this dress to match those in the movie! Now to find the fabrics now that JoAnn's in closed. They had the perfect selection.
*The Lavender Bodice* Ok someone talk to me about how to get that cut-out V-shape ala Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. It looks like cutwork, but.....help? I have wanted to recreate Marilyn's lavender top from that movie for AGES!!!
I would think it is an insertion of entredeux, often used in heirloom or French hand sewing.
ITS GORGEOUS!!!! OMG I LOVE IT!!!!!
This is exactly perfect. So many ways to interpret this design both as casual and elaborate. Thank you thank you thank you!
I’m imagining a hack of this bodice + the Betty waist band to recreate Grace Kelly’s wedding dress…
It would also make any amazing version of the Gentlemen Prefer Blondes wedding dresses!
What a way to end this year! I just watched White Christmas over the weekend, saw your pink lace quip, then the Edith Head teaser, and I guessed this one correctly!!
@gertie Did you cut the bodice a certain way to inlay the ribbon detain on the front? From the pattern it doesn’t look like any alterations were made
Yes, it's a lace insertion technique, so we created a v-shaped seamline to insert the trim into! I have video of the way I did it, so I will share that soon, I promise :)
Oh my God I just saw this while I was taking my grandson to his physical therapy and I literally screamed with excitement. I have been wanting this Marilyn Monroe dress for 1000 years thank you. I completely embarrassed myself and I don’t care. Lol
This isn't a Marilyn dress, it's from White Christmas.
I know this is the Lamour series, but is that the Stanwyck pencil skirt?
It's the Boardwalk Slim Skirt, with the side seams straightened from the hip to the hem.
eeeeeeeeee i knew it and i looove it!! WAIT, there’s MORE?! omg!
Oh that back detail is so sweet!
Squeeeeeee! I was hoping you would do this!
This is PERFECTION!!! 😍♥️😍♥️
Completely obsessed! And I actually have suitable fabric on hand! What a win!
Going out with a bang. I am obsessed.
YESSSSS. I am very excited about this!
What a fantastic close-out to my favorite theme so far!
This is so amazing! Love the inspiration and the execution
This is gorgeous! I really hope you get the fan shot framed and hung up someplace wonderful because it's PERFECT. ❤️❤️
I love the dress Marylin wore in Gentlemen prefer blonds. I am so excited to start this design.
I'm going to fall over and faint I'm so happy
Cool that there are 2 neckline options 😊🙏🏻👍🏻 beautiful pattern 😍
So lovely!! The purple is gorgeous!
Love the look in pink!
Very nice!!!!!!
I was watching "White Christmas" yesterday morning as I put up the first lot of decorations! It's kismet!
Before 9 am?!?! I should have called out from work today!
I like the slim line dress in 💜 purple
So cute
Beautiful!💕💕
Damn! I just fell over! AGAIN! Beautiful!🤩 love the key hole back!
😍😍😍😍😍😍
Lovely!