1940's Pattern, Four Piece Pin Up Beachwear Outfit - Multi-sized
Bra Top, Shorts, Blouse & Skirt Ensemble
Have fun on the beach, slip into the city or picnic in the park! This four piece versatile ensemble, features a halter neck bra and shorts that you can wear on its own or under the short sleeved blouse and buttoned down skirt as a fabulous cover up. The skirt can easily be adapted to exclude the buttons by just adding a zip to the back. A very sought after sewing pattern.
Offered here as; Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Difficulty Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Recommended Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Linen, Cotton Polyester, Cotton Lawn, Rayon. We recommend a stretch fabric for shorts as there is no ease and a stretch for bikini top if it is to be worn in water.
Fabric Amount Guideline: Fabric amounts for the full set are around 2.9 metres of 30" (76cm) wide fabric, this will vary depending on size and views. Please see the pattern back image for specific details. Check out the extensive range of fabrics from our Recommended Partners.
One multi-sized pattern as below:
Bust 35" (89cm) Waist 28" (71cm) Hips 37" (94cm)
Bust 37" (94cm) Waist 30" (76cm) Hips 39" (99cm)
Bust 39" (99cm) Waist 32" (81cm) Hips 41" (104cm)
Bust 41" (104cm) Waist 34" (86cm) Hips 43" (109cm)
Bust 43.5" (110.5cm) Waist 36.5" (92.5cm) Hips 45.5" (115.5cm)
Reproduction from original
Bust: 32” (81.3cm) Waist: 25" (63.5cm) Hips: 36" (91.5cm)
What You Will ReceiveIf 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.
Sizes
Please note that the size number (e.g. size 12) on the reproduced vintage pattern will most likely be completely different to today's sizing. The further back in time you go, the smaller the clothes get, and you may have to adjust up another size or two.
Women| 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust |
76cm /30″ |
81cm /32″ |
86cm /34″ |
91cm /36″ |
96cm /38″ |
101cm /40″ |
106cm /42″ |
111cm /44″ |
116cm /46″ |
| Waist |
59cm /23″ |
64cm /25″ |
69cm /27″ |
74cm /29″ |
79cm /31″ |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37″ |
99cm /39″ |
| Hips |
84cm /33″ |
89cm /35″ |
94cm /37” |
99cm /39″ |
104cm /41″ |
109cm /43″ |
114cm /45″ |
119cm /47″ |
124cm /49″ |
| Sizes | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (at fullest) | 89.5cm / 35" | 97cm / 38" | 104.5cm / 51" | 112cm / 44" | 119.5cm / 47" |
| Waist | 59cm / 23″ | 64cm / 25″ | 69cm / 27″ | 74cm / 29″ | 79cm / 31″ |
| Hips | 84cm / 33″ | 89cm / 35″ | 94cm / 37” | 99cm / 39″ | 104cm / 41″ |
| Sizes | Age 2 | Age 4 | Age 6 | Age 8 | Age 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 53cm / 21″ | 57cm / 22.5″ | 61cm / 24″ | 66cm / 26″ | 72cm / 28.5″ |
| Waist | 52cm / 20.5″ | 54cm / 21.25″ | 58cm / 23″ | 61cm / 24″ | 63cm / 25″ |
| Height | 95cm / 38″ | 104cm / 41″ | 116cm / 45.5″ | 128cm / 50.5″ | 140cm / 55 |
