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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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1940s Two Piece Dress or Top & Skirt
Step out in retro style! Imagine yourself in this multi-functional, stylish two-piece 1940's fabulous Two-Piece Dress, with two variations for both the blouse and the skirt. This sewing pattern is available in multi-sizes which is ideal to create the perfect fit. Fabulous with a self made belt or add your own, team with killer heels for the night time look or play it down with boots. Why not add a hat?
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Size 8-10 (UK)
Bust: 33-35" (84-89 cm)
Waist: 26-28" (66-71 cm)
Hips: 39- 41" (99-104 cm)
Size 12-14(UK)
Bust: 37-39" (94-99 cm)
Waist: 30-32" (76-91 cm)
Hips: 39-41" (99-104 cm)
Size 16-18(UK)
Bust: 41-43.5" (104-110.5 cm)
Waist: 34-36.5" (86-92.5 cm)
Hips: 43-45.5" (109-115.5 cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
4 x Buttons for Blouse. 9 x Buttons for Skirt
Thread
Sleeve stiffening if desired,
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
Size 8-10:
View A:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.25m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2.5m
View B:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.25m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2.5m
View C Blouse:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.25m
Sleeve Stiffening: 0.25m
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Size 12-14:
View A:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3.25m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3m
View B:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.25m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2.5m
View C Blouse:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
Sleeve Stiffening: 0.25m
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Size 16-18:
View A:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2.25m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3.5m
View B:
Blouse
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.25m
Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 2m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
Blouse and Skirt
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3.25m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 3m
View C Blouse:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.75m
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1.5m
Sleeve Stiffening: 0.25m
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Imperial to Metric Conversion Guide
Yards to Centimeter
| Imperial | Metric |
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| 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
Surah, Linen, Pique, Crepe, Muslin, Chambray, Seersucker, jacquard, Wash Silks, Sheer Woolens, Novelty Weaves,. One-Way checks, Strpes or Plaids made from Silk, Cotton, Wool, Rayon or Synthetics.
An Image illustrates the fabrics: Tencel Lawn – Charlotte and - Silk Stripe – Lime from our Recommended Partner Croft Mill. 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 will receive a piece of history that may include age-related wear and tear!
