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Classic Safari Suit Pattern
Mid to late 1930's; One-Piece Culottes Dress and Jacket. The blouse features a notched collar, pleated sleeves and action back. The Culottes are slightly circular. The box-jacket buttons high at the neck has patch pockets and may have long or short sleeves. Pattern includes a fitting and adjustment guide.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Bust: 30” (76.2cm)
Waist: 26” (66cm)
Hips: 33” (83.9cm)
Finished length from base of neck to hem of Culotte Dress: 44 1/2"
Finished length from base of neck to hem of Jacket: 23 1/4"
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
Buttons. A purchased belt may be used.
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
WITHOUT NAP OR UP OR DOWN DESIGN
Note:- If materials ravel or are loosely woven, additional seam allowance is necessary. This required about 1/8 yd. of extra material.
CULOTTE DRESS
35" material, 3 3/4 yds.
39" material 3 1/2 yds.
54" material, 2 1/2 yds.
JACKET WITH SHORT SLEEVES
35" material, 2 yds.
39" material 1 7/8 yds.
JACKET WITH LONG SLEEVES
35" material, 2 3/8 yds.
39" material 2 1/8 yds.
54" material, 1 1/2 yds.
An additional 3/8 yd. is required to match small or medium size plaids.
1/2" SEAMS ALLOWED
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
CULOTTE DRESS:
Percale, English Broadcloth, printed muslin, seersucker,gingham, linen, shantung, rayon and cotton crepe. silk, linen, flannel, jersey.
JACKET:
Printed muslin, seersucker,gingham, linen, shantung, rayon and cotton crepe. silk, linen, flannel, jersey. 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 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.
