Vintage 1940's Pattern, Women's Four Piece Beach Outfit - Multi-size
Bathing Suit and Blouse & Skirt
A very sought after sewing pattern; Bathing Suit with Skirt & Blouse
Offered here as; Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDF download.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate sewing pattern skills
Recommended Fabrics: Cotton, Silk, Wool, Linen, Cotton Polyester, 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 2.9meters 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.
Size Guide
Reproduction from original
Bust: 32” (81.3cm) Waist: 25" (63.5cm) Hips: 36" (91.5cm)
Bust 33" (84cm) Waist 26" (66cm) Hips 35" (89cm)
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)
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 |
