This replicated pattern is sized to fit a 36 inch bust / 30 inch waist / 39 inch hip.
As per original 1938 pattern description: Misses' and women's dress, utterly feminine and lovely, this dress has the soft gathered bodice and snug waist yoke that is so good for the figure. The neckline is a low V; skirt is slightly flared. Style 1 has buttons and a sash trimming the yoke, long sleeves. Style 2 has short sleeves and is shown with an optional belt. SUGGESTED MATERIALS: Plain or Printed Heavy Sheers, Silk Jersey, Novelty Silks, Rayons, Crepe Satin, Voile, Lawn. Style 1 only: Sheer Velvet, Sheer Wool
Dress Style 1:
39 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3-3/4 Yards
54 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 2-7/8 Yards
39 Inch Wide Material - WITH NAP 4-1/8 Yards
Dress With Short Sleeves:
35 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3-5/8 Yards
39 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3-1/2 Yards
Dress Style 2:
35 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3-3/8 Yards
39 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3-1/4 Yards
See below for a review of this pattern:
"The sleeves on this frock were a dream to put in. I loved the darts in the sleeve head. All the points lined up and the instructions were very clear. Altogether a fun and remarkably easy pattern. I had a moment of panic doing the collar, but it's a very clever way to do a self facing. I didn't understand the little rabbit ear that formed the collar back because I had never encountered anything like it before. Once I joined the shoulder seams it was easy."
This Simplicity pattern was originally created by Dec. 30, 1939 and has been re-digitized into it's current format. All content falls under the copyright www.BeespokeVintagePatterns.com 2005, and as such, no portion of this pattern may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written consent. Photo #8 shows this advertised on the cover of PreVue Magazine, November 1938.
Patterns are reproduced directly from the original source material, with no changes in order to retain the historical accuracy of the pattern. Prior sewing experience and knowledge of working with vintage patterns is recommended.
Please note: This is NOT a finished garment and the original pattern and documentation are NOT included
PDF pattern is available here: 670665264
**PLEASE KEEP IN MIND**
This is an exact copy of the original vintage pattern and as such may retain any original errors or miscalculations in formatting native to the original pattern. While I have made up some of these patterns, I have not tested them all out and cannot attest to their accuracy or perfect fit. As with all garment construction, it is best to make a mock-up for fitting in test fabric prior to cutting and constructing with your final fashion fabric.
**NOT YOUR SIZE?**
Here are some resources for resizing a pattern...
https://www.patreon.com/posts/grading-your-own-68272892
http://sensibility.com/blog/tips/how-to-resize-a-pattern/
**CAN YOU MAKE THIS FOR ME?**
I sure can! I'd be happy to make this up in your size and your choice of fabric. Please message me with a custom order request and we can finalize the details.
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