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1940 Beach suit pattern 88 cm or 96 cm (34.6" or 37.8") bust

★★★★★ (1)

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1940s beachwear pattern. A 3-piece beach ensemble consisting of: a bra-top, high-waisted shorts and a dress. The bustier bra is shaped with gathers and the back closes with a button. The shorts, which don’t have a waistband, open with a side zipper. The cover-dress features a decorative panel and pockets in contrasting fabric.

Available in two original sizes:

	Bust	Waist	Hip
1.	88 cm (34.6")	70 cm (27.6")	94cm (37")
2.	96 cm (37.8")	76 cm (30")	106 cm (41.7")

Includes:

1.5 cm (5/8”) seam allowances
Original annotations on the pattern pieces are in German and English
Guide with written instructions* in English only
Links to additional sewing references in our online library
Printed on 40-GSM semi-transparent paper

*Previous sewing experience is recommended for this pattern because the instructions are without diagrams.

Link to a description of our pattern format

Customer reviews

★★★★★ 1 review

★★★★★
Caroline M., 5 Oct, 2023

This pattern is an excellent version of a historical pattern. It contains 10 pages of information about the pattern, including an overview with measurements, two reproduction colors pages from 1940 magazines featuring it, the original outline and description (in German), a guide to pattern pieces, a discussion of vintage patterns, and sewing instructions. That is just the introduction! The pattern pieces are printed on lovely paper, not too thin and not too thick, in both English and German. I think anyone using this pattern couldn't go wrong and would learn a great deal about vintage patterns as well. I haven't made it yet because I'm looking for just the right material, but I don't anticipate any difficulties with the pattern. I'm very glad I purchased it and wouldn't hesitate to purchase another vintage pattern from this store. Five stars plus!