E-Pattern- Bathing Beauty- 1940s Swimsuit Swim Suit- Bust 30"-40"

This listing is for an E-Pattern to print yourself at home on your home printer's USA letter and A4 sized paper.

--- DESCRIPTION ---

A Resto-Vival pattern based on on original early 1940s swimsuit to make yourself. The original description read:

“Misses’ and Women’s Play and Bathing Suit- This figure-flattering costume for sun exposures is made with a fitted bodice which is joined to the brief skirt and shorts at the waistline under a belt. The pointed godets of the skirt may be outlined in rick-rack to match the trim of belt and shoulder straps. In Style II, contrasting material is used for shoulder straps, belt, and pointed godets”.

Fabric suggestions can be seen in the last photo. The shorts were originally meant to be made of a stretch material. Using non-stretch may require alterations to the shorts pieces.

--- SIZING ---
Measurements given in inches.

BUST 30- 32- 34- 36- 38- 40
WAIST 24- 26- 28- 30- 32- 34
HIP 33- 35- 37- 39- 41- 43

This pattern is in MISSES SIZING. Juniors or plus sizes may need alterations.


--- PATTERN TECHNICAL INFO ---

Resto-Vival™ Patterns are original historic patterns that have been restored and revived. Original patterns are usually available only in single sizes, precut from tissue paper and totally unprinted, with details like grainlines and darts indicated only by small perforations. Resto-Vival™ patterns are clearly marked with drawn and labeled markings. These markings aid the modern sewer in understanding the markings of the original pattern and the construction of the garment. Resto-Vival™ patterns follow the period shapes of the original patterns, maintaining the historical accuracy of the completed garment. Original period instructions are included. These instructions are text only (unless otherwise noted) and fairly minimal, especially compared to instructions for modern patterns. At least an intermediate knowledge of dressmaking and a good familiarity with pattern construction is suggested. You may choose to have a modern or period sewing book handy to help with basic construction methods that the pattern instructions do not cover in detail. Also, fitting a muslin mockup is strongly recommended, as all garments were meant to be worn over period foundation garments or corsetry.

This pattern includes pattern instructions based on on the original instructions. Some notes have been added to the instructions to aid in construction.




--- ABOUT THIS DOWNLOAD ---

YOU WILL NEED ADOBE READER, A FREE PDF READER PROGRAM, IN ORDER TO OPEN AND PRINT THIS PATTERN.

This pattern is formatted for USA Letter Size and A4 sized paper. You will need to print this pattern to 100% scale. Open the "READ-ME-FIRST" File for instructions on printing and piecing your pattern.

This pattern is tiled into letter sized paper. You will print these documents on your home printer, cut, and tape them together, to form a larger pattern layout. Then you cut and use your pattern just as you would a normal home sewing pattern.



--- ABOUT WEARING HISTORY RESTO-VIVAL PATTERNS ---

Resto-Vival™ Patterns are original historic patterns that have been restored and revived. Original patterns are usually available only in single sizes, precut from tissue paper and totally unprinted, with details like grainlines and darts indicated only by small perforations. Resto-Vival™ patterns are clearly marked with drawn and labeled markings. These markings aid the modern sewer in understanding the markings of the original pattern and the construction of the garment. Resto-Vival™ patterns follow the period shapes of the original patterns, maintaining the historical accuracy of the completed garment. Original period instructions are included. These instructions are text only (unless otherwise noted) and fairly minimal, especially compared to instructions for modern patterns. At least an intermediate knowledge of dressmaking and a good familiarity with pattern construction is suggested. You may choose to have a modern or period sewing book handy to help with basic construction methods that the pattern instructions do not cover in detail. Also, fitting a muslin mockup is strongly recommended, as all garments were meant to be worn over period foundation garments or corsetry.

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