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  10-piece pattern originally by Advance, the kimono blouse is pleated at center front and with or without sleeve and collar revers.  The bias-cut apron may be cut in printed or contrasting fabric. 1/2" seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fits 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip). Size set B fits 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip). I sewed this blouse in deep red cotton sateen and I still want to make an apron, just haven't decided what color/print it should be! The blouse is too large...

  4-piece hand-drafted pattern originally by Simplicity, has the two sizes listed below on one sheet.  The shorts are pleated at center front and back with halter attached at front. 1/2" seams are given. On the page for this pattern, you will see a photo from a costumer showing this halter top made into a separate blouse and accompanying the wide leg trousers from pattern NL30-1241. When I made my set from this pattern, I did not stitch the halter top to the front of the shorts waistband, as instructed. I rather finished the shorts waistline and the lower edge extension of the halter...

  8-piece pattern Originally by McCall's, I refer to this one as ‘everybody’s favorite Claire McCardell’!  A superb example of her beautiful designs which were practical and very comfortable to wear. 5/8" seam allowances given. Highlighted in Sew Stylish Magazine's Pattern Round-up blog here. Be sure to check out Julie Eilber's research and work on Claire McCardell on Instagram here! Sizes: Size set A fits 12-16 (32" to 36" bust, 24" to 26" waist, 34" to 38" hip). Size set B fits 18-22 (38" to 42" bust, 30" to 34" waist, 40" to 44" hip). Size set C fits 24-30 (44" to 50" bust, 36"...

  10-piece digitally-drafted pattern originally by New York, 'Waist with low neck front and back is marked for V-neck also, short sleeves. Attached five-piece gored skirt. Bolero with tie collar and short sleeves which may be omitted'.   This style would also make a stunning dress in shorter length! RECOMMENDED FABRICS: Alpaca, challis, matelasse, cottons, metallic, net, lamé, printed crepes. 3/8” seams are given. Sizes: Size set A fitting 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip). Size set B fitting 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).   I created...

  12-piece pattern originally by Butterick, ‘The decorative detail on the bodice of this women’s one-piece dress adds a distinctive note.  Sleeves are in three lengths: short (note the curved lines), below-elbow, or long.  The skirt has soft fullness in front and a three-gore back'. 5/8" seams are given. See this style featured in Threads Magazine Pattern Review, page 24 of issue #188 (Dec. '16/Jan. '17). The V-neck and shoulder cut outs follow the heavily emphasized design element of the 1940's to frame the face in the most flattering way. I am always onboard with using organza to create crisp corners or...