Vintage & Retro

Simplicity sewing pattern for Vintage 1950's Misses' One-Piece Dress in afternoon and evening lengths with Jacket. A fitted midriff and soft gathers at the bustline fashion the bodice. The full skirt is gathered at the waistline. Short kimono sleeves, gathered at the lower edge and a wide horseshoe neckline are important features of the front buttoned fitted jacket. A pre-pleated fabric is used for View B and ribbon trims the bodice, View C is the shorter length dress. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional size options and cutting layouts.

Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress with three main pattern pieces. Simple to sew collarless A-line dress has raglan sleeves, back zipper, extended neckline, optional front and back waistline darts and purchased or ribbon belt worn either above or below normal waistline. View 1 and 2 are regular-length. View 3 is above knee-length. View 1 has about wrist-length sleeves. View 2 and 3 have short sleeves. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Very Easy Suitable Fabrics: Cottons and Blends, Cotton Sateen, Crepe, Double Knits, Jersey, Lightweight Wools and Wool Blends, Moire, Printed Silks, Synthetics and Blends, Textured Knits, Wool Crepe. Pattern 9845.

Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress with three main pattern pieces. Simple to sew slim dress with high round neckline and back zipper has extended shoulder line and optional self tie belt. View 1 & 2 have a tie collar. View 1 has long set-in sleeves. View 2 & 3 are sleeveless. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Very Easy Suitable Fabrics: Brocades, Cotton and Cotton Blends, Cotton Knit, Crepe, Double Knits, Jersey, Lightweight Wool and Wool Blends, Linen, Pique, Satin, Silks, Silk Shantung, Synthetics and Blends, Velveteen, Wool Crepe. Pattern 9846.

Vintage Simplicity 1950's coat sewing pattern. Simple-to-make trio has flared styling, raglan sleeves and optional top-stitching. All views are collarless with raised necklines. View 1 shows full length coat. View 2 features three-quarter length coat with three button opening. View 3 is jacket length. View 1 sleeves are long; View 2 and 3 coats are three-quarter length. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Blends, Cottons, Faille, Linen, Moire, Pique, Viscoses (Rayons), Silks, Taffeta, Wools. Views 2 and 3 also in Corduroy, Fleece, Shetland, Velveteen. Lining: Lining Fabric. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-in. Pattern 9847.

Vintage Simplicity 1960's dress sewing pattern. The sleeveless and collarless sheath dress View 1 has high round neckline and back zipper. View 2 & 3 with gathered neckline has bias binding and bow trim. View 2 has long set-in sleeves gathered to sleeve bands. Sleeveless view 3 has optional feather trim. When view 2 or 3 is made of lace or sheer fabric, View 1 dress may be worn as an underdress. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: All views in Brocade, Challis, Crepe, Metallic Knits, Matelasse, Silks, Synthetics and Blends. View 1 also in Cottons and Cotton Blends, Linen, Metallic Brocades, Metallic Crepe. Views 1 and 2 also in Jersey, Lightweight Wool and Wool Blends, Printed Wools, Wool Crepe. Views 2, 3 also in Chiffon, Cotton Sheers, Lace, Metallic Netting, Voile. Pattern 9848.

Vintage Simplicity 1950's dress sewing pattern. Empire-line dress has short kimono sleeves and neck band to which upper edge of bodice front is softly pleated. Pleated section crosses right over left at neck edge. Dress has back neck zipper opening. View 1 has flared skirt; View 2 has sheath skirt with back pleat. Both skirts are fitted with waistline-darts and shaped to a point in front; cut straight in back at upper edge. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Broadcloth, Chambray, Cottons, Cotton Blends, Linen, Pique, Viscoses (Rayons), Shantung, Silk, Synthetics, Taffeta. View 1 also in Peau de soie, Satin. View 2 also in Crepe, Jersey, Wools. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-in (optional). Pattern 9849.

Misses' Skirt and Jacket Vintage Simplicity 1950's skirt and jacket sewing pattern. View 1 of this "Simple to Make" fitted jacket is styled with three-quarter sleeves cut in one with the bodice. Tabs at the neck and sleeve cuffs button to the jacket. View 2 jacket features a small collar and cuffs. The easily made full skirt is styled with soft pleats and zipper closing at center back. A contrasting ribbon scarf trims for View 1 jacket. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts.

Misses' Reversible Coat Vintage Simplicity 1960'S Jiffy reversible coat sewing pattern. Coat worn reversible or not has collar and optional top-stitching trim. The below elbow length kimono sleeves with optional turn back cuffs have notch detail. A purchased tie belt may be worn at waistline. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. SEWING RATING ⓘ: Very Easy

Misses' Dress in Two Lengths Vintage Simplicity 1960's Jiffy dress sewing pattern. The collarless dress with low round neckline has back zipper. View 1 and View 2 have front and back waistline darts. View 1 sleeveless dress with slit in left side seam is ankle-length. View 2 and View 3 have short set-in sleeves. View 3 is worn with a ribbon sash. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts.

Vintage Simplicity 1950's one-piece dress sewing pattern. The collar and bodice of this sleeveless dress are cut in one. The bodice has a lapped front closing above center front seam and collar is tapered at center back. Patch pockets trim flared skirt. View 1 has soutache braid trim. View 2 top stitched pockets are buttoned to skirt. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: View 1: Cotton, Denim, Linen, Pique, Viscose (Rayon), Taffeta, Tissue Faille. View 2: Butcher Linen, Chambray, Lengthwise Striped or Plain Cotton, Pique, Viscose (Rayon), Taffeta. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-in.

Vintage Simplicity 1960's one-piece and two-piece dress sewing pattern. Dess in View 1 and overblouse in View 2 feature high round neckline, front yoke with a slit opening at center front neck edge, below elbow length kimono type sleeves and back zipper closing. Seam is tapered to a point at center front, where yoke joins lower front section. View 1 has a slightly curved self-fabric belt in back, which buttons to side front. View 2 top has a separating zipper in back. Slim skirt, dart fitted at waistline, has left side zipper closing. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Blends, Cotton Suede, Cottons, Crepe, Double Knits, Flannel, Homespun, Jersey, Linens, Pique, Sailcloth, Shantung, Textures, Wools and Wool Blends. Interfacing: Lightweight Sew-In (opt.)

Vintage Simplicity 1960's one-piece dress in two lengths sewing pattern. Lined dress with side zipper is pleated to one shoulder over which a self-fabric bow is draped. View 1 is ankle-length dress and has left side slit. View 2 dress is regular length. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Brocade, Cottons and Blends, Crepe, Linen, Peau de Soie, Pique, Satin, Silk Prints, Silk Shantung, Silks, Synthetics and Blends, Velveteen, Voile. Lining: Lining Fabrics. Pattern 9916.

Vintage Simplicity 1970s pullover tops sewing pattern. Misses pullover tops sized for stretch knits only. One-yard tops: each top takes 1 yard or less of 60 inch fabric. V. 1 or 2 top with armhole bands and optional rick-rack trim has front slash opening fastened with shoe lace. V. 3 with short set-in sleeves and shirt tail hem is trimmed with ribbon and eyelet edging. Authentic Vintage Reproduction. Recommended fabrics Stretch Knits only.

Vintage Simplicity 1980s misses set of tops sewing pattern. One-yard tops: each takes 1 yard or less of 45 fabric. View 1 front-wrap halter top, with asymmetrical loop and button closure and front pleats is encased in double fold bias tape. View 2 fitted halter top with button-back, is encased in double fold bias tape. View 3 blouson top has elastic casings forming self-ruffles and shoulder ties of double fold bias tape. Authentic Vintage Reproduction. Recommended fabrics Broadcloth, Cotton Types, Crepe and Crepe Types, Silk Types.

Vintage Simplicity 1980s Misses Pullover Tops. A Time-Saver Stretch Knit Pattern. One-yard tops: each takes 1 yard or less of 60 fabric. Top Stitched Tops have self-banded straps and lace trims. V. 1 has self-ruffle flounce. V. 2 has optional lace applique. V. 3 has optional satin ribbon trim. V. 4 has mock wrap front. Authentic Vintage Reproduction. Recommended fabrics Stretch Knits only such as Cotton or Synthetic Knits, Novelty and Pointelle Knits, Stretch Terry.

Vintage Simplicity 1980s misses set of shorts pattern. One-yard shorts: each pair of shorts takes 1 yard or less of 45 inch or 60 inch fabric. Views 1 and 2 have front zip. View 1 has waistband, yoke and pockets with front tucks. Wrong side of fabric shows when legs are rolled up. View 2 has front buttoned waistband, back elastic waistline casing and piping trim. View 3 shorts have elastic waistline casing and drawstring at sides. View 4 wrapped shorts have high cut legs, front waistband fastened in back and back waistband tied in front. Authentic Vintage Reproduction. Recommended fabrics Broadcloth, Chambray, Chino, Cotton Types, Lightweight Denim, Linen Types, Poplin. Interfacing (View 1 and 2): Lightweight Fusible.

Retro-style garments. Pleated skirt forming a nice contrast to the fitted top. View A with yoke and bateau-neck. B with straps. Top C with peplum and small neck-frill.

Party dress with a flared circle skirt, reminiscent of the fifties, worn true to the period with a petticoat. Dress A has pretty short sleeves, lines and gathered with an elastic band.

MISSES' SKIRTS AND BELT: Skirts have raised waist and back zipper. A: semi-fitted, lined yoke front and back waistband, front pleat underlay, button trim and topstitching. B: loose-fitting, princess seams and self belt. Designed for Medium-Weight Stable Knits and Wovens. SUGGESTED FABRICS: Crepes, Wool Blends, Gabardine, Double Knit.

MISSES'/WOMEN'S DRESSES: Dresses have semi-fitted bodice cut in-one with sleeves, bias, tucked midriff, knot, lined skirt and back zipper. A: gathered skirt. B: sleeve darts, semi-fitted skirt and back vent. Designed for medium-weight wovens. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Crepes, Wool Blends, Linen, Sateen. Lining: Lining Fabrics.

MISSES'/CHILDREN'S/GIRLS' TOP AND JUMPER: Semi-fitted top has collar, sleeves with slit opening, button cuffs, and front button closing. Fitted and flared jumper has button shoulder straps, princess seams and back zipper. Narrow hem. Designed for medium-weight wovens. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Gingham, Chambray, Baby Cord. *With Nap **Without Nap ***With or Without Nap NOTIONS: A: Misses & Child: Seven 5/8" Buttons. B: Misses: One 9" Zipper, Two 5/8" Buttons, Hook & Eye. Child: One 7" Zipper, Two 5/8" Buttons, Hook & Eye.

MISSES'/CHILDREN'S/GIRLS' DRESS: Sleeveless back wrap dress has close-fitting bodice, attached, buttoned belt, flared skirt cut on crosswise grain, patch pockets, and purchased bias tape finish. Designed for medium-weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Gingham, Linen, Sateen. *With Nap. **Without Nap. ***With or Without Nap. NOTIONS: Kids': Two 3/4" Buttons, 91/2 yds. of 1/2" Double-Fold Bias Tape. Misses': Two 1" Buttons. 121/2 yds. of 1/2" Double-Fold Bias Tape. Size Combinations: KIDS(3/4-5/6-7/8), MISS[Small(8-10)-Medium(12-14)-Large(16-18)-XLarge(20-22)]

Misses' Inverted Notch-Collar Shirtdresses and Belt Pullover dress has semi-fitted bodice, side zipper closing, skirt with front and back pleats, self-belt and contrast neckbands. A: Short sleeves with contrast band, skirt cut on crosswise grain. B: Long sleeves with cuff and placket. Circa 1943 FABRICS: Crepes, Border Prints, Challis, Gingham. NOTIONS: A, B: 14" (36 cm) Zipper, 1" (2.5 cm) Buckle. A: Three 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons. B: Five 5/8" (1.5 cm) Buttons.

Misses' Lined Fit-and Flare Dresses with Petticoat Close-fitting lined dresses have neckline variations and a petticoat. A: Contrast band and straps. Circa 1953. FABRICS: Gingham, Cotton Poplin, Sateen, Cotton Blends. Petticoat: Netting. Lining: Lining Fabrics. NOTIONS: A, B: One 16" (41 cm) Zipper. A: Three Hook & Eyes. B: One Hook & Eye.

Misses' Dresses Pullover dresses are fitted through bust with neck facings, side zipper closure and back skirt vent with length variations. Two- part Overskirt, open at center back, is gathered onto a waistband which fastens in front with hooks and eyes. Cummerbund is boned and fastens in back with hooks and eyes. FABRICS: Taffeta, Brocade, Satin, Crepe. Note: Fabric requirement allows for nap, one-way design or shading. Extra fabric may be needed to match design or for shrinkage. NOTIONS: A, B: One 12" (31 cm) Zipper, Five Hook & Eye Sets, One Waistband Hook and Bar Set, 1/2 yd. (0.5 m) of 1/4" (0.6 cm) Plastic Boning and 1/2 yd. (0.5 m) of 3/8" (1 cm) Ribbon or Seam Binding (Optional).

Misses' Pants A, B, C has Flared hems, belt carriers and fly front. B: Front and back patch pockets. C: Contrast panels. FABRICS: Denim, Twill, Chino, Cotton Blends. Note: Fabric requirement allows for nap, one-way design or shading. Extra fabric may be needed to match design or for shrinkage. NOTIONS: One 7" (18 cm) Zipper, Two Hook & Eye Closures.

Misses' Historical Hats

Misses' Historical Jacket & Skirt

Misses' Historical Blouse

Vintage 1976 reissued sewing pattern. View A and B tops have lace trim and flowing sleeves stitched to the front and back bands. View C has extensions tied in front and cape sewn to back neckline and fronts. Skirt and pants have elastic in waistline casing.