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1950s Pattern - Rockabilly Vestee Dress
Dress may feature slim skirt, view 1, or flared skirt, view 2. Wide collar outlines V-neckline which is finished with button trimmed vestee. Dress may have short set-in sleeves or be sleeveless. V. 1 detachable collar is contrasting. V. 2 collar is detailed with top-stitching.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern and the Original pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF Download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Vintage Size: 16
Bust: 34” (86.4cm)
Waist: 28” (71.2cm)
Hip: 37” (94cm)
Finished Back Length of View 1 and 2: 47” (119.4cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
VIEW 1 AND 2: - 2 spools of Thread; 12” Dress Type Zipper for side opening of dress; 1 Button; Bias Binding; Belt, Buckle – (Optional). VIEW 1: - Double Fold Bias Tape; Tailored Shoulder Pads – (Optional).
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
VIEW 1
35” or 36” fabric without nap, 4 yds.
39” fabric without nap, 3 5/8 yds.
44” or 45” fabric without nap, 3 ¼ yds.
54” fabric without nap, 2 5/8 yds.
VIEW 1 – CONTRASTING DETACHABLE COLLAR
35”, 36” or 39” fabric without nap, 7/8 yd.
VIEW 2
35” or 36” fabric without nap, 5 1/8 yds.
44” or 45” fabric without nap, 4 yds.
50” fabric without nap, 3 1/8 yds.
Width Around Lower Edge of View 1, 51 ¾”
Width Around Lower Edge of View 2, 106 ½”
VIEW 1 – SKIRT INTERFACING … 3/8 yd. of 35”, 36” or 39” fabric.
VIEW 1 OR 2 – COLLAR AND VESTEE INTERFACING
25”, 32”, 35” or 36” fabric, 5/8 yd.
2” HEM ALLOWED IN DRESS
12 pieces pattern
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 |
Recommended Fabrics
Recommended Fabrics
TYPES: - V. 1: Cotton, denim, linen, pique, cotton tweed, rayon, butcher linen, tissue faille, sharkskin, wool. Contrast: Cotton, linen, rayon, silk. V. 2: Cotton, chambray, broadcloth, pique, linen, polished cotton, rayon, taffeta, shantung, faille. See our Fabric Partners
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. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which may include age related wear and tear.
