mail order #581; circa 1937; miss 16; bust 34″: a beautiful bias frock pattern, an early 30s summer style. this frock can also be called a sun dress. a central seam cuts the style into graphic pieces. the sleeves are capelet or can be cut short to strap length. the style has a belt which closes with two buttons. ric rac was also used to embellish the straps and front bodice.
stripes are always effective for the early 30s bias cut, that’s why i recommend woven stripes for this style.
QUALITY:
pieces: 5; perforated; used but looks great.
instruction sheet: good.
envelope: none, because it’s mail order.
Please see photos for quality.
this bias frock pattern includes an archival sleeve or bag for storage & will be shipped in a pattern folder designed to be used with your new project. the pattern folder protects the pattern through transport + has a material conversion card, basic resize info, measuring guide, heart form for applique or pockets, tips & mini tutorials for shoulder pads, lingerie straps, scallop tucks, etc.
MEASUREMENTS:
bust….34″…86cm
waist..28″….71cm
hip……37″…..94cm
YARDAGE (bias):
36″x3-3/8Yds
130cmx2.2M
NOTIONS:
thread; 8 buttons; snaps; hooks + eyes; 2.75Yds Ric Rac.
MATERIAL:
none specified but looks great in woven stripes in linen, cotton, silk or rayon.
