In C285-A

Girl's 1910 Dress

Our 1910 dress comes from a pattern by Sense and Sensibility.  It was made from pictures of styles worn by girls in the early decades of the 20th century and makes a beautiful everyday or formal occasion dress.  This style can be seen earlier than 1900 but with longer sleeves.  By the 1930's the bodice remained almost the same but skirt length shortened and were less full to save on fabric. 

The short sleeves have gathers at the shoulders and the bodice is attached to a waistband which extends around the back of the dress.  The full skirt attaches to the bottom of the waistband and buttons do up the back bodice.  A long white sash is included with every dress in case you would like to use it for a special occasion.  This dress is a little different from anything else in our collection and a nice treat for a special girl.  If at all possible, please measure the waist of the child you are purchasing this dress for and include it below.

We have not measured the completed dress lengths for all sizes, but they appear to be similar to the lengths found on our size chart page. 

Square Yoke Prairie Dress in C199-B with Elbow length sleeves

Prairie Pinafore

Girl's Pinafore

Back of Girl's Pinafore

Girl's Prairie Dress and Pinafores

Our Prairie Dress closely resembles the dresses worn by pioneer and homesteading girls of the 19th century.  High yokes made the dresses fit longer and the easy fit was right for school, work and play.  Girls generally had three dresses.  Two were for weekday use and one for Sunday and special occasions.  Old dresses were either used for chores or were handed down to a younger sister.  When they were all worn out, many were cut up and used as patches for quilts.  Their dresses would usually have had long sleeves but we wanted to give you some options for comfortable summertime wear.  During the week, pioneer girls almost always wore a pinafore over their dresses in order to protect the dress.  In winter dresses were made of wool but during much of the year, cotton calicos were the norm.  Pinafores were usually made of white or natural colored cotton so that they could be used with any dress.  I'm not sure why white was chosen when it would become dirty so quickly, but it does seem that light colored cottons were the most inexpensive.

Our Prairie Dress comes with either a square or rounded (curved) yoke, front bodice buttons, elbow length sleeves and a round collar.  Long elastic ruffled sleeves are available as an option below.  Two pinafores work great with our Prairie Dress.  The Prairie Pinafore buttons in the back and has a sweet ruffle at the bottom.  The Girls Pinafore is a basic high yoke design which also buttons in the back.  Both are loose, full and easy to get on and off.  The finished lengths are about 2" shorter than the Prairie Dress and both work equally well with any of our other dresses.  Sewn by license from patterns by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths for Dress:

In C243-A and C116-A with 3/4 length sleeves

Girl's Vest Dress

Our Girl's Vest Dress comes with an attached V-neck vest in the front, short back ties and short elbow length or 3/4 length elastic ruffle sleeves.  It closes in the back with a zipper.  Long sleeves with cuffs and a round collar are also available.  You may choose one or two fabrics for this dress.  Please see our coordinating fabrics page for help.  It is accessible from the Fabric Chart.  Approximate finished lengths are found below.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

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Cap sleeves

Meghan's Dress

Meghan's Dress comes in a nice contemporary design for older girls.  It is either dressy or casual based on the fabric you choose.  Cap raglan sleeves and round neckline are gently gathered with elastic.  The empire waist is also finished with elastic for a nice fit.  A fun ruffle finishes off the bottom edge. Longer short sleeves and full length sleeves are optional.   A nice alternative would be to use a contrast fabric for the bodice/sleeves and bottom hem.  For this option, when putting in your fabric choice, please list the bodice/sleeve/hem fabric first and the skirt fabric second and then check the surcharge box below.  This approximate finished lengths are noted in the chart below.  Dress design licensed from KWIK.SEW Pattern Co., Inc.

Dawn's Dress Set

Dawn's Dress Set is made up of Dawn's Pinafore and a Basic Dress with matching Peter Pan Collar.  The pinafore closes in the back on the bodice and comes complete with back ties.  The simple dress has short, elbow length sleeves, a long skirt and collar with a zipper closing in the back.  The pinafore will be a couple inches shorter than the dress.  This combination is beautiful in a solid dress and floral pinafore or with a mix and match from one of our fabric collections.  It's also very pretty with a print dress and solid pinafore.  Please see our Fabric Chart and Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

In C63-A and C116-A 

Dress with optional long sleeves and ruffle collar.

In C170-A and C57-B with optional long sleeves and round collar.

Victoria's Dress Set

This dress combination combines a basic long dress with back zipper and elbow length ruffled sleeves.  The dress can be changed up with long sleeves and a ruffle collar, round collar or pointed collar.  It is matched with our Full Apron/Pinafore with one button and long ties in the back.  The apron will be a couple inches shorter than the dress.  Please see the Apron page for more pictures of the apron.  This is a pretty and practical set that works for all seasons.  In the winter, try long sleeves and a ruffle collar for extra warmth. Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

In C190-C with blue accents

In dark denim with red floral accents

Girl's Winter Dress

Some of our customers have admitted that dresses are fun and practical in the summer, but fear that their girls may be cold during the winter.  Here's a dress designed just for the winter.  It is available in any of our warm denim, corduroy, twill, Kona crush or flannel fabrics, found near the bottom of the fabric chart.  Made in a simple button front design, the bodice ends at the natural waist. Gathers at the shoulders leave plenty of room to add a thermal shirt or turtleneck.  Pair the long skirt with tights, leggings or knee-highs and bloomers.  To order, please choose a denim, corduroy or flannel and then find a nice contrast fabric to add some interest.  Don't worry, if your choice doesn't work well, we'll be sure to let you know and give you some suggestions.  Older girls may also enjoy this dress with the cuffs and collar in the same fabric as the rest of the dress.  You may add back ties to pull in the waist if needed.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Short sleeves

Short sleeves with optional collar

Carrie's Dress

After many requests, we finally finished modifying a pattern for a high yoke dress in older girl's sizes.  A traditional little girl outfit, this dress matches closely with our Baby Carrie's Dress and is available in sizes 2-12.  Short sleeves are finished with a small ruffle and long sleeves with a cuff.  The Peter Pan collar is optional.  The back closes with a reasonably long zipper.  Because of the high yoke and full skirt, this dress fits for a longer time than most and may remind you of the dresses you wore as a child.  Sorry, side pockets are not available with this design.  We have not worked out all the finished lengths for this style, but they are similar to those found on the size chart. Pattern for smaller sizes used by permission from Primrose Lane.

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Joanna's Dress

Here's a new high yoke dress with a round yoke.  The skirt hangs from the yoke without gathers and is cut to create a nice swing style skirt.  A round collar is included.  The short cap sleeves have gathers at the shoulder and are finished with a small hem.  The dress buttons all the way down the back.  In sizes 6/12/18/24 months the skirts are made with a single piece of fabric.  In sizes 3/4/5/6 the skirt will be made with gores in order to have enough fabric to create the swing skirt.  Sorry, side pockets are not available with this design.  You may choose this dress in one fabric or in a main fabric with a white collar.  We are still working on figuring out the finished lengths on all sizes, but it would appear that the finished lengths are a couple inches shorter than our size chart lengths.  Pattern used by permission from Bonnie Blue Designs.

In C247-B and C250-B

Julia's Play Dress

Julia's Play Dress is a loose, fun dress for little girls.  The short raglan sleeves are attached to the main part of the dress and the neckline and sleeves are gathered with elastic in casings.  A bottom ruffle is particularly sweet in a contrast fabric. The sleeves are pretty in either the main fabric or contrasting fabric.  The finished length of this dress is shorter than most of our dresses.  Because of the shorter style, we are adding optional matching play shorts to wear under the dress.  These are very similar to our split slips but are cut to accommodate the style of this dress.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Dress design licensed from KWIK.SEW Pattern Co., Inc.

Approximate finished lengths:

Style A in C94-A and C176-A

Style A with shortened length

Style B in C27-B and C132-A

April's Dress

Loose and carefree, this is one of our favorite playdresses.  It's a very sweet design loved by girls.  April's Dress has a round neckline and short sleeves.  Both the neckline and sleeve ends are gathered with elastic and the dress easily slips over the head.  Back ties pull in the waist and a gathered skirt finishes it off.  April's Dress is available for girls from six months up to 12 years old.  Sewn by permission from a pattern by Portabellopixie.

There are three styles for this Dress: Style A has the bodice and sleeves in one fabric with a contrasting skirt.  Style B has skirt and sleeves in one fabric with a contrasting bodice.  Style C uses one fabric for the whole dress.  All three styles turn out very nicely and each has a unique look.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page (accessible from the Fabric Chart) for help in choosing fabrics that work well together.

Approximate finished lengths can be found below.  Many families like this dress in a shorter length.  Please use the option below to shorten your dress. 

Rebecca Dress

Created from our own design, this has quickly become one of our most popular summer dresses.  While modest, it has a contemporary look.  It has a twirly 4-gore skirt which is lightly gathered at the waist, a button front bodice and short sleeves.  While this will make great everyday attire, we can dress it up for you by simply adding a white lace collar to the neckline. Please size up if between sizes as we do not carry this dress in a size 3, 5 or 7.  We have changed the sleeves from the picture just a little.  They are now straight with few or no gathers at the shoulders.  We think it looks a little nicer in this style.

Approximate finished lengths:

Longer length

In PC64-A

Girl's Plain Amish Dress and Apron

Here's the dress that you will find in plain communities across North America.  It is very simple with short sleeves, a button front bodice coming to the natural waist and gathered skirt.  The skirt allows for plenty of movement, but is not as wide as most of our other skirts.  This dress is worn 3-5 inches shorter than the lengths found on our size page and is meant for everyday work, school and play.  We can lengthen it if you prefer a longer dress.  The plain canning style apron pops over the head without ties and protects the dress from dirt and wear.  It comes with two pockets on the front.  Traditionally, a plain dress is made with a solid color and has a white or black apron.  That said, you are welcome to have us sew this set in any of our fabrics.  While simple, this is a nice everyday dress for busy girls and pretty in either a solid or floral. Please size up if between sizes as we do not carry this set in a size 3, 5 or 7.  Sewn by permission from a pattern by Friends Patterns.

Isabella Dress

Fashioned after our Isabella Jumper, this dress has short sleeves that come above the elbow and a pointed collar.  It's a very pretty summer dress for girls who like something just a little special.  The waist is raised and the bodice buttons in front.  We recommend a solid or check for the accents and a floral for the main dress.  It also works great with solids and florals.  Approximate finished lengths are shown below. Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart.  Sorry, long sleeves are not available in this style. Pattern used by permission from Primrose Lane.

Holly's Dress

Fashioned after our Isabella Dress, Holly's Dress is a bit dressier and perfect for special occasions.  Holly's Dress has short sleeves and a pointed collar.  The waist is raised and the bodice buttons in front.  The main part of the dress will be done in the fabric you choose under "Main Fabric" below.  The collar, small cuffs and hem will be done in your Coordinate Fabric.  You can find help in choosing coordinates on our Coordinating Fabrics chart, accessible from the Fabric Chart.   Approximate finished lengths are shown below.  Pattern used by permission from Primrose Lane.

In C112-A with optional long sleeves.

Optional long sleeves

Karen's Dress

A traditional girl's dress with short or long cuffed sleeves, a slight empire waist and a buttoned back bodice.  It is dressed up with a small lace collar and is popular for sister dresses and beautiful for special occasions.  If you'd like this dress for everyday wear, we can substitute a peter pan collar for the lace collar in either the same fabric or a contrasting fabric. 

Approximate finished lengths:

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In C63-A with long sleeves

Elbow length sleeves

Caroline's Dress

This natural length dress has a small ruffle collar, elbow length ruffled sleeves and a back zipper.  The skirt is long and full and the neckline is quite high, making it a beautifully modest dress.  Add long sleeves and it is perfect for cold weather.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

In dark blue Tropical Breeze print with optional long sleeves

Girl's Basic Dress One

Our basic dress is very simple but can be customized for your needs.  It has a back zipper and can be made with elbow length or long elastic ruffle sleeves.  A round peter pan or pointed collar can be added to the neckline.  Back ties may be added at the side seams. The skirt is gathered to the bodice at the natural waistline and is long and full.  Back ties are optional.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
2	23"
3	25"
4	27"
5	31"
6	33"
7	35"
8	36"
10	37"
12	39"
14	42"

A-Line Skirt with Elastic Waist

Close-up of round collar

3/4 length sleeves with elastic waist

Girl's Basic Dress Two

This basic style also zips in the back and comes in elbow length or 3/4 length elastic ruffle sleeves.   A small round collar can be added to the neckline.  Sizes 1 through 3 have a regular gathered skirt.  Sizes 4-14 have an elastic waist.  This dress is a little different in that it has a beautiful A-Line skirt which is much slimmer at the top than the bottom.  The A-Line skirt along with the elastic waist creates a nice  trim look.  Back ties may be added at the side seams in sizes 1-3. This is the "Sunday" dress style worn by most young girls in conservative Mennonite circles and is longer than most.  We've decided to make a new one in each size based on the original pattern skirt lengths.  We will record them as we finish each size.  In the meantime, if the size you are ordering does not have a finished length, assume the length on our girl's size chart and add or subtract length using the length option below. 

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
1	23"
2	23.5"
3
4
5
6
7
8	39"
10
12	43"
14	47"

Mary's Dress

Another everyday design with short sleeves, a scoop neckline and front buttons.  This matches our ladies Mary's Dress and is especially nice for older girls.  The bodice ends at the natural waist and has darts in the front and back, giving this dress a tailored look.  The short sleeves have small gathers at the shoulders but are not "puffy".  The skirt is gathered and full.  Sewn by permission from a pattern by Primrose Lane.

Approximate finished lengths:

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Style G30 - $30 (sizes 2-4), $34 (sizes 6-8), $36 (sizes 10-14)

Size: 2 4 6 8 10 12 14

Fabric	Fabric Surcharge: Please select letter following dash in Fabric Choice
	Select -A (no surcharge) -B ($2.00) -C ($3.00) -D ($6.00)

Dress Length: Please select approximate finished length.
For standard length (from chart above) choose "standard".
Select Standard (no charge) Shorten 1" (no charge) Shorten 2" (no charge) Shorten 3" (no charge) Shorten 4" (no charge) Shorten 5" (no charge) Lengthen 1" ($1.00) Lengthen 2" ($2.00) Lengthen 3" ($3.00) Lengthen 4" ($4.00) Lengthen 5" ($5.00)

Back Ties... add $3
Hidden Side Pockets... add $2

In C179-A

Eyelet Dress

In the same cut as Nicole's Dress, our Eyelet Dress adds a pretty hem of cotton eyelet around the peter pan collar and bottom hem.  Back ties are included.  The buttoned bodice comes to a natural waist length and the elbow length sleeves are finished with a cuff.  Please enquire by e-mail for pricing if you would like something similar in a ladies size.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

In Black linen (L2-A) with white accents

Heidi's Dress

Sometimes the simplest designs are the most striking ones.  Using the same design as Nicole's Dress, this dress works best with a floral or solid for the dress and white cotton for the collar and cuffs.  White poly-cotton is used if you have chosen a Tropical Breeze fabric.  The buttoned bodice comes down to a natural waist length and the skirt is full with a gathered waist.  White back ties are included in the price.  This dress has become quite popular for special occasions when made in our linen fabrics.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".  

Approximate finished lengths:

In dark purple Tropical Breeze with optional lace on tiered hem.

Sophia Dress

A special occasion dress with lace ruffles around the collar and optional lace on the tiered hem.  Sleeves come either elbow length or long and have small cuffs.  The bodice comes down to a natural waist and the long, full skirt is gathered at the waist. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Sarah's Dress

A princess line flared dress with a round neckline, cap sleeves and short ties in the back.  The back closes with a zipper.  This simple dress will especially appeal to older girls and can be casual or formal depending on the fabric chosen.  For fall and winter, just add long sleeves.  Design licensed from KWIK.SEW Pattern Co., Inc.

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
7	33"
8	33.5"
10	36"
12	38.5"
14	41"

Matching Ladies Item

In C33-A and C134-A

Erin's Dress

Our empire waist dress with a button front, large square collar and pleated, puffed sleeves.  The collar and hem are done in a contrasting color and the bodice is fully lined.  This would make a beautiful Easter or special occasion dress.  For cooler weather, simply add long cuffed sleeves.  The cuffs will be made with your contrasting color.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. We haven't worked out the exact finished lengths for all sizes, but they are similar to the lengths found on the Girls size chart.  Sewn by permission from a pattern by Sense and Sensibility.

1850's Dress

One of our favorite dresses, this cute outfit is period correct to about 1850 and represents the type of play dresses that girls wore during that era.  The fully lined bodice has empire seams in the back, along with a button closure.  The shoulder drops to the back by an inch or so, as dresses did in the 1800's.  The sleeves are slightly flared with small puffs at the shoulders.  The 4-gore skirt is full and declared "very twirly" by our tester.  It comes 1"- 2" shorter than our size chart lengths.  Girls of the time wore long pantaloons underneath their dresses, as shown.  The pantaloons create a very sweet combination for special occasions or perhaps even climbing trees.  Please see our Underclothing page for pantaloons. This dress fits fairly snugly in the bodice.  We recommend sizing up one size if you would like some extra room.   Pattern used by permission from Sense and Sensibility.

In C132-A

Stripes Dress

A very simple design comes alive with coordinating tops in solids and skirts in fun stripes and plaids.  The bodice closes in the back with a zipper.  Long and short sleeves have gathers at the top but are otherwise straight and hemmed.  This is a great school dress and is enjoyed by families who prefer a simple design.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Made in one fabric, this is one of our simplest looking dresses.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

In C59-A and C87-A

In C218-B and C222-B

Emma's Dress

This easy-to-wear outfit is dressed up with coordinating fabrics and accents.  The bodice zips up in the back.  A small bias tape around the neckline draws the skirt fabric into the bodice.  Long and short sleeves are hemmed and finished with skirt fabric. This dress looks equally nice with a solid for the skirt and a floral for the top.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters". 

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
2	23"
3	25"
4	27"
5	31"
6	33"
7	35"
8	36"
10	37"
12	39"
14	42"

Abigail's Dress

Originally created as our first formal Christmas dress, this  dress is perfect for any special occasion.  It comes complete with cuffed long or short sleeves, collar, back ties and a flounce on the skirt.  While it is all one piece, it is designed to look like a pinafore covering a dress.  This dress is quite long with the flounce but we actually really like it equally without the flounce.  We have not worked out all the finished lengths, but they are a bit longer than the lengths on our size chart.  Without the flounce, they are about the same.  Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart.  

Short Sleeves

Contrast collars and cuffs in C30-A & C179-A

Nicole's Dress

A popular, simple dress with a natural waist, puffed elbow length sleeves with narrow cuffs and a long, full skirt. It can be an everyday dress or a formal, special occasion outfit when made in the right fabric. Try adding a collar or long sleeves for variation. Please see our Coordinating Fabrics page for help choosing contrast fabrics.  It is accessible from Fabric Chart. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
2	23"
3	25"
4	27"
5	31"
6	33"
7	35"
8	36"
10	37"
12	39"
14	42"

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Dawn's Dress

Similar in style to Nicole's Dress above, this simple dress has elbow length sleeves finished with a tuck. The bodice comes down to a natural waist. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
2	23"
3	25"
4	27"
5	31"
6	33"
7	35"
8	36"
10	37"
12	39"
14	42"

Summer Dress

This pretty summer dress comes with elbow length gathered sleeves, a peter pan collar and a back zipper.  The bodice comes down to a natural waist. Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".

Approximate finished lengths:

Size	Length
2	23"
3	25"
4	27"
5	31"
6	33"
7	35"
8	36"
10	37"
12	39"
14	42"

Matching Baby/Toddler Item

3/4 length sleeve

Girl's Charity Dress

For many, the cape dress defines what a modest dress should be.  Charity's Cape Dress has a full cape in front and back, a gentle elastic waist and invisible back zipper.  The neckline is round and fairly high.  It matches our ladies Charity Cape Dress.  The skirt is gently gathered at the waist and full at the hem.  There are no extra bells and whistles on this dress.  It's a simple, practical design and reflects the daily dress of older girls from conservative churches.  Available in sizes 12 and14.  We have not measured all the finished lengths for this style, but they appear to be similar to those found on the girls size chart.  Pattern used by permission by Home-Sew Designing.

For those who desire a simple back zipper dress with an elastic waist, we can also make this dress without a cape.  Please see the options below.

Toddler size with added ruffle

Girl's Flannel Dress

This flannel dress comes with a high yoke, square in the back and slightly rounded in the front, long sleeves, and an optional ruffle on hem (as shown).  Only Toddler sizes have a Peter Pan Collar.  It makes a beautiful winter dress in flannel but may be ordered in any of our fabrics. We haven't measured the exact length of all the sizes, but without the ruffle, they are about the same as the lengths found in our size chart.  Please be aware that none of our fabric meets federal flame-retardant standards required for children's nightwear.  Design licensed from KWIK.SEW Pattern Co., Inc.

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Square Yoke Dress

This old fashioned style has a high square bodice with long ruffled sleeves.  The skirt portion is quite long and is fuller than the Girl's Flannel Dress above.   Approximate dress lengths are longer than our other dresses and are shown below.  Please be aware that none of our fabric meets federal flame-retardant standards required for children's nightwear.   Because these  lengths are already longer than our usual dresses and due to the greatly increased cost of fabric, we are not lengthening this garment.  Size 14 girls who need a longer length should move up to ladies sizing.  Thanks for your understanding.  Sewn by license from a pattern by "The King's Daughters".