Vintage & Retro

Vintage Vogue Patterns 1959 one-piece dress and petticoat. Wide neckline has front modesty. Sleeveless, short, or full-length sleeves. Flared skirt in two lengths has released darts, joins the bodice at waistline. Petticoat in two lengths has gathered tiers. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional size options and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Average Suitable Fabrics: Barathea, Brocade, Cotton Satin, Faille, Lame, Matelasse, Percale, Satin, Shantung, Surah, Taffeta, Velvet. Interfacing: Muslin. Petticoat: Net.

Vintage Vogue Patterns 1970's Front Wrap Dress by Diane von Furstenberg. For Stretchable Knits Only. Front-wrapped dress, three inches below mid-knee or evening length, with skirt gathered to fitted bodice, has neckline bands, attached tie ends and side seam pockets. Sleeveless or short sleeves with mock sleeve band. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional size options and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Very Easy Suitable Fabrics: Stretchable Knits such as Cotton Single Jersey Knits, Lightweight Double Jersey Knits, Synthetic Single Jersey Knits.

Vintage Vogue Patterns 1970's one-piece evening dress. A-line dress in above knee or evening length has front bodice and back extension gathered into bracelet ring at center front. Elasticized waistline and self sash. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional size options and cutting layouts. Difficulty: Easy Suitable Fabrics: Soft Fabrics such as Crepe, Double Knit, Georgette, Lightweight Wool, Satin Crepe, Silk Linen, Surah, Synthetic Knits. Lining: Lining Fabric.

Size 6-10 only Vintage Dress: Lined dress, below mid-calf length, has fitted bodice, circular skirt, side zipper, inside belt and contrast band extending into shoulder straps. A: ribbon belt with purchased decorative pin. B: contrast hem band. FABRICS: Cotton Broadcloth, Linen, Dotted Swiss and Piqué.

Vintage Vogue Dress. Fitted dress, has princess seams, back zipper, flared skirt with inverted pleats at sides, side front and side back. Inside yoke extends above neckline. Lower calf length. B: contrast yoke and three-quarter length sleeves. FABRICS: Cotton Broadcloth, Shantung, Faille and Piqué.

MISSES’ WRAP DRESS: Three pattern pieces, darted in front and back, with back waist and shoulder seams. Back wraps around to the front for a sheath-and-overskirt look. A: contrast back and skirt. Bias tape finished edges. NOTIONS: Dress A, B: Three Packages of 1/2" Double Fold Bias Tape and 3/8" Snaps. Also for A: Two 7/8" Buttons. For B: One 7/8" Button and Three 5/8" Buttons. FABRICS: Lightweight Broadcloth, Lightweight Piqué, Lightweight Linen and Taffeta.

MISSES’ DRESS: Halter or cap sleeve dress, below mid-knee length, has side zipper, fitted self-lined bodice and flared, gathered skirt. FABRICS: Lightweight Broadcloth, Lightweight Linen, Damask, Lightweight Satin, Lightweight Piqué and Crepe

Misses' Vintage Jiffy Knit Wrap and Tie Top This 1970s authentic Simplicity original pattern for Misses lets you wrap and tie halter with self fabric tie ends, and can be worn in several different ways as shown on the front of the envelope. Make it in two different fabrics or all of one color fabric.

Misses' One-Size Vintage Jiffy Caftan This reproduction of our original vintage 1970s pattern is an easy cut, simple to sew Jiffy pattern for a Misses' caftan in two lengths. The caftan with stitching lines for small (8-10), medium (12-14), large (16-18) and extra-large (20-40) has side openings. Short length has novelty fridge trim and the second view is ankle length.

MISSES' DRESS: Dress has close-fitting, bias, self-lined bodice/midriff, skirt front and back cut-in-one, invisible side zipper and baby narrow hem. Bodice extends into tie ends (shown tied multiple ways). Purchased petticoat. Designed for Lightweight Woven Fabrics. FABRICS: Cotton Broadcloth, Chambray, Linen, Crepe, Shantung.

MISSES'/MISSES' PETITE DRESS: Lined dress has close-fitting bodice, flared skirt (Cut on crosswise grain of fabric), side zipper and very narrow hem. A: attached bows. Purchased petticoat. Designed for medium weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Shantung, Linens, Pique.

Simplicity Archives 1960's Wardrobe for 11 1/2 Inch Fashion Dolls

MISSES'/MISSES' PETITE DRESS AND BELT: Lined dress (loose-fitting through bust) has semi-fitted skirt, side back seams, self-lined overlay with left side tuck, side zipper and self belt. Designed for lightweight to medium weight woven fabrics.

Size 6-14 only MISSES' DRESS, BELT AND SLIP: Pullover dress has raised neckline, fitted bodice, pockets, gathered front skirt, and self belt. B: stitched hem on sleeves. Close-fitting, bias slip has bias shoulder straps/neck/armhole binding, and narrow hem. Designed for light to medium medium weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: A,B: Lace, Linens, Voile, Shantung. Also for A: Sheer Fabrics. Slip C: Satin, Voile.

MISSES' DRESS: Dress has raised neckline variations, fitted bodice, button trim, raised waist, fitted and flared skirt with princess seams, side zipper and short sleeves. A: fold-back lapels and shaped cuffs. Designed for light- to medium-weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Linen, Pique, Taffeta.

Size 12-20 only MISSES' DRESS: Dress has close-fitting, self-lined, boned bodice with bra, princess seams, bias band, elasticized side back, skirt variations, and back zipper. A: inside buttoned shoulder straps, and skirt cut on crosswise grain. B: semi-fitted skirt with right front pleats and narrow hem. Separate pattern pieces are included for cup sizes A/B, C, D. Designed for light- to medium-weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Denim, Linen, Satin, Faille. Bra Padding: Batting

MISSES' DRESS AND BELT: Pullover dress has collar, optional shoulder pads, fitted bodice, pockets with ties, side zipper and self belt. Designed for lightweight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Linen, Taffeta, Pique, Faille, Brocade.

MISSES' JACKET, BIB AND SKIRT: Semi-fitted lined jacket has asymmetrical closing, front and back princess seams and contrast collar and cuffs. C,D: bib has neck band, back neck closing with hook and eye and top stitching. D: Gathered neck ruffle with lace trim. E: close-fitting high waisted skirt has left side front pleats, side zipper, topstitching and optional buttons. Designed for lightweight to medium weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: A,B,C,D: Bengaline, Woolens, Velvets. C,D: Batiste, Silk.

Size 14-22 only MISSES' COSTUME: Loose-fitting, unlined jacket has pleated front and knot, and hook, eye and snap closing. Dress has semi-fitted, underlined, lined, boned bodice, raised waist, inside belt, bias drape variations, and back placket, hook & eye closing. B and C: Overskirt. C: Bias flower and leaf. D: Skirt back extends into train, wrong side shows. C and D: Appliques. Bias head band has pleats. Purchased trim for B, D, flowers D, E, and trim and head band for F. FABRICS: B, C, D: Crepe, Faille, Silk, Satin. A, E, Contrast B, D: Mesh, Wire-edged Mesh. Contrast 1 C: Galloon Lace. Underlining B, C, D: Batiste. Lining B, C, D: Lining Fabric, Silk. Stabilizer C: Tulle.

Vintage Gifts and Kitchen Accessories Create a variety of simple-to-sew kitchen accessories and gifts, all in 1960s vintage style. Pattern includes 3 aprons, oven mitts, head scarves, a shoulder bag, and a clutch.

Misses' retro style dress with boat neckline has self or contrast bias binding at neck and sleeves. Optional contrast band at hem and on trend open ladder back detailing. New Look sewing pattern.

MISSES' DRESS AND BELT: Pullover, front wrap dress (fitted through bust) has bodice back extending to side front, skirt cut on crosswise grain, no side seams on bodice or skirt, concealed elastic with hook & eye closure, front button and hook & eye closing, narrow hem, and self-belt. Topstitching. Note: No provisions provided for above waist adjustment. Designed for lightweight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Linen, Cotton, Broadcloth, Chambray, Crepe, Shantung. *With Nap. **Without Nap. Unsuitable for obvious diagonals. NOTIONS: Six 3/4" Buttons, One 11/4" Buckle, One 3/4" Wide Hook and Eye Closure, 1/4 yd. of 1" Elastic, Hook & Eye.

MISSES' DRESS: Pullover, back wrap dress (fitted through bust) has bodice front extending to side back, self-lined midriff, skirt extending to side back, no side seams, concealed elastic with hook & eye closure, and narrow hem. A: Back button closing. B: Back tie ends. Note: No provisions provided for above waist adjustment. Designed for lightweight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Linen, Gingham. *With Nap. **Without Nap. Unsuitable for obvious diagonals. NOTIONS: 1/4 yd. of 1" Elastic, One 3/4" Hook & Eye Closure, Six 3/4" Buttons.

MISSES' DRESS: Pullover dress has continuous, self-bias binding for neckline and sleeve hems, semi-fitted bodice (cut on crosswise grain), bias cummerbund with stay, skirt variations, and side zipper. A: Skirt cut on crosswise grain, and narrow hem. B: Back vent. Designed for lightweight woven fabrics and stable knits. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Crepe, Wool Jerseys.

Size 6-14 only MISSES' TOP AND SKIRT: Fitted, self-lined, wrap top has tie ends. Note: No provisions provided for above waist adjustment. Pleated skirt (cut on crosswise grain) has waistband, side pockets and narrow hem. Designed for lightweight to medium-weight moderate stretch knits and woven fabric. FABRICS: A, B: Jerseys. C: Broadcloth, Satins, Taffeta. *With Nap. **Without Nap. Unsuitable for obvious diagonals. NOTIONS: C: 7" Invisible Zipper and Hook & Eye Closure

MISSES' DRESS: Dress has semi-fitted bodice, short dolman sleeves, wide single-layer tie ends (wrong side shows), narrow hem, full gathered skirt and back zipper. B: Contrast tie ends. Designed for lightweight woven fabrics. FABRICS: Broadcloth, Gingham, Linen, Taffeta

Size 6-14 only Dress has loose-fitting bodice extended into short sleeve with shoulder tucks, semi-fitted skirt, and front button closing. Purchased trim. A: Collar. B: Front placket, side snap closing. Hat has brim, bias binding and band. Hat in Head Sizes X-Small(201/2"), Small(211/2"), Medium(221/2"), Large(231/2"). Purchased trim for belt B, tie ends C and flowers D. FABRICS: A, B: Cotton/Cotton Blends, Challis, Silk Types. C, D: Linen, Satin. Interfacing A, B: Sew-In. C, D: Buckram, Extra-Firm Heavy Craft Weight. Unsuitable for obvious diagonals.

Size 14-22 only Misses' Swan-Neck or Shawl Collar Dresses with Asymmetrical Gather ress has shaped front with gathers, side seam zipper, shoulder pads, shoulder gathers, sleeve and neckline variations. A: Long sleeves with elbow darts, swan neckline and snap opening. Optional ribbon for bow. B: Three-quarter length sleeves, shawl collar and front buttons. Buttons are not functional. Circa 1944 FABRICS: Faille, Rayon, Challis, Crepe. NOTIONS: One 14" (36 cm) Zipper. A: Four Snaps, 1 yd. (1.0 m) of Seam Binding. Optional: 1 yd. (1.0 m) of 1" - 11/2" (2.5 cm - 3.8 cm) Wide Ribbon, One Hook & Eye. B: Eleven 1/2" (1.3 cm) Buttons.

Misses' Dresses with Shoulder and Bust Detail, Waist Tie, and Sleeve Variations Loose-fitting dress has back zipper, front tuck detail, attached tie ends and sleeve variations. B: Contrast front. Circa 1944 FABRICS: Challis, Rayon, Crepe, Linen, Broadcloth. NOTIONS: One 24" (61 cm) Zipper, One Pair of 1/2" (1.3 cm) Set-In Style Shoulder Pads.

Button-front dress has loose-fitting bodice with handkerchief pocket, sweetheart neckline, neck facings, self-lined sleeves, and self fabric belt with purchased belting and buckle. Hat is one size and made from buckram bridal headpiece, with bias fabric binding, netting veil, and purchased flowers and leaves. Cotton, Cotton Blends. B: Satin.