1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes
1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes
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Dawn & Team
Vintage House Dress Pattern
Housecoat with a double- breasted bodice, fitted with darts, is styled with large collar. The softly pleated skirt joins the bodice at the natural waistline. Style 1 has long sleeves, trimmed with wide cuffs. In style 2, embroidered edging accents the collar and cuffs of the short sleeves
Offered here as: Paper Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Sizes
Sizes
Bust 32" (81.3cm)
Waist 26" (66cm)
Hips 35" (88.9cm)
Bust 34” (86.4cm)
Waist 28” (71.2cm)
Hips 37” (94cm)
Bust 36" (91.5cm)
Waist 30" (76.2cm)
Hips 39" (99cm)
Bust 38" (96.5cm)
Waist 32" (81.3cm)
Hips 41" (104cm)
Finished back length from base of neck to hem:
(Bust 32") Housecoat, 56"
(Bust 34”) Housecoat, 56 1/2"
(Bust 36”) Housecoat, 57"
(Bust 38") Housecoat, 57 1/2"
Width around lower edge:
(Bust 32") Housecoat, 98 1/2"
(Bust 34”) Housecoat, 100 1/2"
(Bust 36”) Housecoat, 103"
(Bust 38") Housecoat, 105”
1 1/2" Turn up for for hem.
International Pattern Size Chart
International Pattern Size Chart
| Vintage Pattern Size | Bust (inches) | Bust (cm) | UK Size | France Size | Germany Size | Italy Size | Spain Size | US / Canada Size |
| 12 | 30 | 76.2 | 4 – 6 | 34 | 32 | 38 | 34 | 0 – 2 |
| 14 | 32 | 81.3 | 6 – 8 | 36 | 34 | 40 | 36 | 2 – 4 |
| 16 | 34 | 86.4 | 8 – 10 | 38 | 36 | 42 | 38 | 4 – 6 |
| 18 | 36 | 91.4 | 10 – 12 | 40 | 38 | 44 | 40 | 6 – 8 |
| 20 | 38 | 96.5 | 12 – 14 | 42 | 40 | 46 | 42 | 8 – 10 |
| 40 | 40 | 101.6 | 14 – 16 | 44 | 42 | 48 | 44 | 10 – 12 |
| 42 | 42 | 106.7 | 16 – 18 | 46 | 44 | 50 | 46 | 12 – 14 |
| 44 | 44 | 111.8 | 18 – 20 | 48 | 46 | 52 | 48 | 14 – 16 |
| 46 | 46 | 116.8 | 20 – 22 | 50 | 48 | 54 | 50 | 16 – 18 |
| 48 | 48 | 121.9 | 22 – 24 | 52 | 50 | 56 | 52 | 18 – 20 |
| 50 | 50 | 127 | 24 – 26 | 54 | 52 | 58 | 54 | 20 – 22 |
| 52 | 52 | 132.1 | 26 – 28 | 56 | 54 | 60 | 56 | 22 – 24 |
| 54 | 54 | 137.2 | 28 – 30 | 58 | 56 | 62 | 58 | 24 – 26 |
Use the size chart above to find your closest modern-day size equivalent in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the USA or Canada, using your bust measurement in inches or centimetres.
How to Measure Your Bust
- Wear a well-fitting bra.
- Wrap a measuring tape around the fullest part of your bust.
- Keep the tape level across your back and comfortably snug, without pulling it tight.
- Record your measurement in inches or centimetres and compare it with our size chart.
For the best fit, always choose your pattern size based on your body measurements, not your usual shop size. Always check your bust measurement before ordering!
For more information about how pattern sizes can slightly vary between brands and decade, how to measure yourself, what is ease etc, please visit our Vintage Sizing Explained.
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
STYLE 1 AND 2:- 3 Spools of Thread; 4 Buttons; Triangular Shoulder Pads; Seam Binding; Snap Fastener.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
WITHOUT NAP OR ONE WAY DESIGN UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
Size 32"
STYLE 1 - WITH LONG SLEEVES
35" Fabric with nap, 5 7/8 yds.
35" Fabric, 6 1/8 yds.
35" Fabric with nap, 5 3/8 yds.
39" Fabric with nap, 5 1/4 yds.
41" Fabric with nap, 3 3/4 yds.
35" or 39" Lining for facings, collar & cuffs, 1/2 yds.
35" thin muslin, 1/2 yds.
STYLE 2 - WITH SHORT SLEEVES
35" fabric, 5 3/4 yds.
39" fabric, 5 yds.
Interfacing for Collar, 35" thin muslin, 3/8 yds.
Embroidered Edging, 1 5/8 yds. 3 7/8
Size 34"
STYLE 1 - WITH LONG SLEEVES
35" Fabric with nap, 6 1/8 yds.
35" Fabric, 6 1/2 yds.
35" Fabric with nap, 5 7/8 yds.
39" Fabric with nap, 5 5/4 yds.
41" Fabric with nap, 4 1/8 yds.
35" or 39" Lining for facings, collar & cuffs, 1/2 yds.
35" thin muslin, 1/2 yds.
STYLE 2 - WITH SHORT SLEEVES
35" fabric, 6 1/8 yds.
39" fabric, 5 5/8 yds.
Interfacing for Collar, 35" thin muslin, 3/8 yds.
Embroidered Edging, 1 5/8 wide, yds. 3 7/8
Size 36":
STYLE 1 - WITH LONG SLEEVES,
35" Fabric with nap, 6 1/2 yds.
35" Fabric, 6 3/4 yds.
35" Fabric with nap, 6 1/4 yds.
39" Fabric with nap, 5 7/8 yds.
41" Fabric with nap, 4 3/8 yds.
35" or 39" Lining for facings, collar & cuffs, 5/8 yds.
35" thin muslin, 5/8 yds.
STYLE 2 - WITH SHORT SLEEVES
35" fabric, 6 1/8 yds.
39" fabric, 5 5/8 yds.
Interfacing for Collar, 35" thin muslin, 3/8 yds.
Embroidered Edging, 1 5/8 wide, yds. 4 1/8
Size 38":
STYLE 1 - WITH LONG SLEEVES,
35" Fabric with nap, 6 5/8 yds.
35" Fabric, 7 yds.
35" Fabric with nap, 6 1/2 yds.
39" Fabric with nap, 6 1/4 yds.
41" Fabric with nap, 4 1/2 yds.
35" or 39" Lining for facings, collar & cuffs, 5/8 yds.
35" thin muslin, 5/8 yds.
STYLE 2 - WITH SHORT SLEEVES
35" fabric, 6 3/8 yds.
39" fabric, 5 7/8 yds.
41” fabric, 5 5/8 yds.
Interfacing for Collar, 35" thin muslin, 5/8 yds.
Embroidered Edging, 1 5/8 wide, yds. 4 1/2
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Yards to Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛ yard | 11.4cm |
| ¼ yard | 22.9cm |
| ⅓ yard | 30.5cm |
| ⅜ yard | 34.3cm |
| ½ yard | 45.7cm |
| ⅝ yard | 57.2cm |
| ⅔ yard | 61cm |
| ¾ yard | 68.6cm |
| 1 yard | 91.4cm |
| 1¼ yard | 114.3cm |
| 1½ yard | 137.2cm |
| 1¾ yard | 160cm |
| 2 yards | 182.9cm |
| 2¼ yards | 205.7cm |
| 2½ yards | 228.6cm |
| 2¾ yards | 251.5cm |
| 3 yards | 274.3cm |
| 3½ yards | 320cm |
| 4 yards | 365.8cm |
Inches to Millimeters/Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ⅛" | 3mm |
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅓" | 8mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ⅔" | 17mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
| 1" | 2.5cm |
| 1¼" | 3.2cm |
| 1½" | 3.8cm |
| 1¾" | 4.4cm |
| 2" | 5.1cm |
| 2¼" | 5.7cm |
| 2½" | 6.4cm |
| 2¾" | 7.0cm |
| 3" | 7.6cm |
| 3¼" | 8.25cm |
| 3½" | 8.9cm |
| 4" | 10.2cm |
| 4½" | 11.4cm |
| 5" | 12.7cm |
| 5½" | 14cm |
| 6" | 15.2cm |
| 7" | 17.8cm |
| 8" | 20.3cm |
| 9" | 22.9cm |
| 10" | 25.4cm |
| 11" | 28cm |
| 12" | 30.5cm |
Roll Width (Inches to Centimeters)
| Imperial | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 35" | 88.9cm |
| 36" | 91.44cm |
| 38" | 96.52cm |
| 39" | 99.06cm |
| 42" | 106.68cm |
| 48" | 121.92cm |
| 54" | 137.16cm |
Seam Allowances
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| ¼" | 6mm |
| ⅜" | 10mm |
| ½" | 12mm |
| ⅝" | 16mm |
| ¾" | 19mm |
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Skill Level
Skill Level
Intermediate
What You Will Receive
What You Will Receive
If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions and a full colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive in a clear re-sealable envelope for easy storage.
Gorgeous pattern & extremely fast delivery. I can't wait to make it
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From Glenda Walker
Fast shipping. Perfect 1950s patterson for a robe i'm getting commissioned.
1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes
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Gorgeous pattern & extremely fast delivery. I can't wait to make it
Due to an error on my part I haven’t received the item and it is now lost in transit. So, I am unable to review the item however can commend Gill for her assistance with this. She has now sent me a replacement with the corrected details and I look forward to receiving it soon.
From Glenda Walker
Fast shipping. Perfect 1950s patterson for a robe i'm getting commissioned.
1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes
Gorgeous pattern & extremely fast delivery. I can't wait to make it
Due to an error on my part I haven’t received the item and it is now lost in transit. So, I am unable to review the item however can commend Gill for her assistance with this. She has now sent me a replacement with the corrected details and I look forward to receiving it soon.
From Glenda Walker
Fast shipping. Perfect 1950s patterson for a robe i'm getting commissioned.
1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes
- 5 stars: 3 (75%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (25%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Gorgeous pattern & extremely fast delivery. I can't wait to make it
Due to an error on my part I haven’t received the item and it is now lost in transit. So, I am unable to review the item however can commend Gill for her assistance with this. She has now sent me a replacement with the corrected details and I look forward to receiving it soon.
From Glenda Walker
Fast shipping. Perfect 1950s patterson for a robe i'm getting commissioned.
1950s Vintage Pattern, 'Biddy' House Dress, Housecoat, Dressing Gown - Multi-sizes