1950s Sewing Pattern – 'Attention' Coat in Two lengths - Bust 36" (91.4cm)
1950s Sewing Pattern – 'Attention' Coat in Two lengths - Bust 36" (91.4cm)
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Dawn & Team
You will attract attention in this striking coat. Edge to edge with turned back collar leading to drape at front. Cuffed back sleeves. An excellent example of the glamorous 1950s.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download
Sizes
Sizes
Bust: 36” (91.4cm)
Waist: 30” (76.2cm)
Hip (7” below natural) waistline: 39” (99.1cm)
Finished longer length from beck of neck: 48 3/8” (122.9cm)
(12” hem allowed)
Finished shorter length from back of neck: 36 3/8” (92.4cm)
(12” hen allowed)
Width at lower edge of longer length: 73” (185cm)
Width at lower edge of shorter length: 65 ½” (166cm)
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
Matching sewing cotton.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
VIEW A –
35” Fabric With Nap*, 6 1/8 yds.
35” Fabric Without Nap**, 5 5/8 yds.
45” Fabric Without Nap**, 4 ¼ yds.
54” Fabric With Nap* or Without Nap**, 3 ¾ yds.
VIEW B –
52” Fabric Without Nap**, 3 yds.
Lining or Interlining (Interlining Optional)
39” Fabric, 2 ¾ yds.
Interfacing
25” Hair Canvas or Non-woven Interfacing, 1 3/8 yds.
VIEW C –
54” Fabric Without Nap**, 3 yds.
Contrast – 35” or 54” Fabric, 1 5/8 yds.
VIEW A or C –
Lining or Interlining (Interlining Optional)
39” Fabric, 3 3/8 yds.
54” Fabric, 2 ¼ yds.
Interfacing
25” Hair Canvas or Non-woven Interfacing, 1 ½ yds.
VIEW A, B or C-
For Shoulder Pads
28” Crinoline, ¼ yd.
35” Muslin, ¼ yd.
35” Flannelette, ¼ yd.
*WITH NAP means fabric with one way design, or with nap or pile.
**WITHOUT NAP means fabric with either way design, or without nap or pile.
'Be sure that woolens, washable fabrics and interfacing are pre-shrunk'.
How to adjust this pattern to your measurements included.
15 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
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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 resealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which will include age-related wear and tear.
Pattern came in good time and it’s great quality, looks like it’s easy to follow and it has tips for making adjustments for the sizing, just waiting for material so I can make the coat, looking forward to it and would certainly consider them again if I decided on a new project after this one’s completed, thanks!
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Pattern came in good time and it’s great quality, looks like it’s easy to follow and it has tips for making adjustments for the sizing, just waiting for material so I can make the coat, looking forward to it and would certainly consider them again if I decided on a new project after this one’s completed, thanks!
Pattern came in good time and it’s great quality, looks like it’s easy to follow and it has tips for making adjustments for the sizing, just waiting for material so I can make the coat, looking forward to it and would certainly consider them again if I decided on a new project after this one’s completed, thanks!
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Pattern came in good time and it’s great quality, looks like it’s easy to follow and it has tips for making adjustments for the sizing, just waiting for material so I can make the coat, looking forward to it and would certainly consider them again if I decided on a new project after this one’s completed, thanks!