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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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HOUSECOAT
Housecoat in two lengths has a flattering, wrapped waistline that ties in a kerchief knot. (A) Full length version with shawl collar, three-quarter sleeves. (B) Dress length version, short sleeves, patch pockets. (C) Collarless version.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Vintage Size: 14
Bust: 34” (86cm)
Waist: 26” (66cm)
Hip: 36” (91cm)
Back waist length: 16 ¼” (41cm)
Finished length from back of neck to lower edge – View A –
no hem allowed: 59 ¾” (151.7cm)
View B and C –
3” hem allowed: 44 ½” (113cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
Thread. 1 Hook and Eye. 1 Snap. VIEWS B and C: 4 yds. Seam Binding.
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
VIEW A FULL LENGTH
35” Fabric (Without Nap), 6 ¾ yds.
44” Fabric (Without Nap), 5 ¼ yds.
54” Fabric (Without Nap), 4 ¼ yds.
VIEW B
35” Fabric (Without Nap), 5 ½ yds.
44” Fabric (Without Nap), 4 ¼ yds.
VIEW C
35” Fabric (Without Nap), 5 1/8 yds.
44” Fabric (Without Nap), 3 7/8 yds.
Do not use fabric with a diagonal stripe or a decided diagonal weave. The above yardage does not allow for shrinkage or for matching stripes or plaids. Lower Edge Measurement: Size 14 – View A – 106”; View B and C – 91” (231cm)
11 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
Silk, Cottons, Broadcloths, Piques, Crepes, Shantungs, Flannels, Satins, Taffetas. 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.
