1950s Sewing Pattern: Toddler Tie Back Dress, Bolero & Panties - Chest 21" (53.3cm)
1950s Sewing Pattern: Toddler Tie Back Dress, Bolero & Panties - Chest 21" (53.3cm)
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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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Dawn & Team
CHILD’S ONE-PIECE DRESS, BOLERO AND PANTIES; TRANSFER INCLUDED: The sleeveless bodice is styled with a square neckline, and the gathered skirt has grouped tucks. The bolero is fashioned with a Peter pan style collar and short sleeves. Style 1 features lace edging and flower embroidery, and the dress ties at the back. Style 2 has a wide collar and is featured in a striped fabric. Please note you will receive a printed image of original transfer along with the sewing pattern and instructions.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern.
Sizes
Sizes
Size: 2 (Vintage size)
Chest: 21”(53.3cm)
Waist: 20”(50.8cm)
Hips: 22”(55.9cm)
Finished Back Length from Base of Neck to Hem of:
Dress: 18”(45.8cm)
Bolero: 7 3/8” (18.8cm)
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
STYLE 1: - DRESS – 2 spools of Thread; 4 Buttons; Hooks and Eyes; Embroidery Thread. BOLERO – 2 spools of Thread; 3 Buttons; Embroidery Thread. STYLE 2: - DRESS – 2 spools of Thread; Zipper for back opening; 6” for Size 1, 7” for Size 2; 8” for Sizes 3 and 4, 9” for Size 5, 10” for Size 6; Hook and Eye. BOLERO – 2 spools of Thread; 3 Buttons. PANTIES: - 2 spools of Thread.
Fabric Amounts
Fabric Amounts
FABRIC REQUIRED Extra Fabric is required for plaids and napped fabrics.
Size: 2 (Vintage size)
STYLE 1 - DRESS AND BOLERO
35" fabric, 2 ¾ yds.
39" fabric, 2 ½ yds.
44" fabric, 2 1/8 yds.
STYLE 2-DRESS
35" lengthwise striped fabric, 1 7/8 yds.
39" lengthwise striped fabric, 1 ¾ yds.
STYLE 2 - BOLERO
35" fabric, 7/8 yd.
39" fabric, ¾ yd.
Width Around Lower Edge of Dress, 67 ½” (171.5cm)
4" hem on Dress, Zipper for Style 2: 6" for Size 1, 7" for Size 2, 8" for Sizes 3 and 4, 9" for Size 5, 10" for Size 6.
STYLE 1, LACE EDGING 5/8" wide, 5 ¼ yds.
PANTIES
35" fabric, ¾ yd.
39" fabric, 3/8 yd.
ELASTIC - 3/8" width, 1 ¼ yds.
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
Style 1: Cotton, rayon, organdie. Style 2: Lengthwise striped cotton, chambray, rayon. Bolero: Cotton, rayon, Panties: Cotton, rayon. See our Fabric Partners
Skill Level
Skill Level
Beginner
What You Will Receive
What You Will Receive
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.
