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Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
Returns Policy, Shipping & Customer Service
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50s Pretty Princess Slip
Fabulous pinup style, slim or flared below the waistline slip. Princesse slip, slim or flared below the waistline. Camisole top. Flared or straight, the petticoat is finished with a narrow waistband. Buttoned closing at underarm. Fitted panties button at left side.
Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern. This pattern is also available as a PDf download.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Size: 20 (Vintage size)
Bust: 38" (97cm)
Hips: 41" (104cm)
Sewing Notions
Sewing Notions
Matching thread
Fabric Amount Guide
Fabric Amount Guide
YARDAGE
No allowance for matching plaid or stripes.
VIEW A – ONE TONE
35” Without Nap|, 3 ½ yds.
39” Without Nap|, 2 ½ yds.
VIEW A WITH LACE YOKE
39” Without Nap|, 2 ¼ yds.
VIEW B – ONE TONE
35” Without Nap|, 3 yds.
39” Without Nap|, 2 ¾ yds.
VIEW B WITH LACE YOKE
39” Without Nap|, 2 5/8 yds.
VIEW C
39” Without Nap|, 2 3/8 yds.
VIEW D
39” Without Nap|, 2 yds.
PANTIE
35” Without Nap|, 1 ½ yds.
39” Without Nap|, 1 3/8 yds.
4” Lace Banding for Yoke A or B, 1 5/8 yds.
1 ½” Lace Edging for A or D, 2 ¾ yds.
1 ½” Lace Edging for B or C, 2 1/8 yds.
1 ½” Lace Edging for Pantie, 2 3/8 yds.
½” Ribbon for Shoulder Straps, 1 5/8 yds.
14” Zipper for Slip
WIDTH at lower edge of View A or D in size 16 is 83 ½” (about 2 ¼ yds.).
WIDTH at lower edge of View C or D in size 16 is 62 ½” (about 1 ¾ yds.).
No Hem allowed.
| Without nap or pile or with a two-way design.
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
Silk, Satins, Velvet, Chiffon, Pique, Poplin, Mixed synthetics. 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.
