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Sewing Instructions are in English

1950's Crop & Bra Tops

Get ready for summer sewing!
This vintage-inspired top and bra sewing pattern offers 4 versatile styles that are perfect for warm-weather wardrobes, retro looks, or costume design. Each style features a flattering shaped front and a classic back button closure.

Pattern Features:

✨ View 1: Waist-length top with self-fabric cuff trim, detailed with contrast bias; optional contrast shoulder straps.
🎀 View 2: Waist-length top finished with a charming bow at the center front.
🪡 View 3: Bra style with self-fabric cuff trim along the upper edge.
👗 View 4: Bra style with the option to add shoulder straps.

Why You’ll Love It:

4 designs in 1 pattern — mix and match to suit your style
Perfect for casual summer wear, pin-up fashion, or layered vintage looks
A versatile staple that pairs beautifully with skirts, shorts, or high-waist trousers

With its flattering lines and playful details, this pattern is a must-have for vintage sewing enthusiasts. Create your own 1950s-inspired wardrobe and enjoy styles that never go out of fashion!

A tutorial for feather boning can be found here: Feather Boning.

Offered here as; Paper Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.

Size Guide

All sizes are included in the pattern.
UK Size 8:
Bust 33" (84cm), Waist 26" (66cm)

UK Size 10
Bust 35" (89 cm), Waist 28" (71cm)

UK Size 12
Bust 37" (94cm), Waist 30" (76cm)

UK Size 14
Bust 39" (99cm), Waist 32" (81.3cm)

UK Size 16
Bust 41" (104cm), Waist 34" (86.4cm)

UK Size 18
Bust 43.5" (110.5cm), Waist 36.5" (92.5cm)

Sewing Notions

View 1, 2,3 and 4: Thread for each garment. View 1 and 2 5 buttons. View 3 and 4: 3 buttons. View 1: contrasting thread.

Fabric Amount Guide

(UK) Sizes 8 & 10 - Bust: 33" & 35" ((84 cm & 89 cm)
View 1 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m.

View 1 Contrast:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 2 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m;
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

Views 1 or 2 Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 3, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 4, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.
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(UK)Sizes 12 &14 - Bust 37" & 39" (94 cm &99 cm)
View 1 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m.

View 1 Contrast:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 2 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

Views 1 or 2 Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 3, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 4, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.
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(UK)Sizes 16 &18 Bust: 41" & 43" (104 cm & 109 cm).
View 1 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 1m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m.

View 1 Contrast:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 2 Top:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

Views 1 or 2 Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.

View 3, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.75m.

View 4, Bra + Facing:
48" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m,
54" Wide Non-Directional Fabric - 0.5m.
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All Sizes:
View 1 or 2, Feather Boning: 1.6m,
View 3 or 4, Feather Boning: 1.15m.
This is a multi-sized pattern with all sizes included for a custom fit.

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

Intermediate

What You Will Receive

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 resealable envelope for easy storage.

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