This 1960s california style towel dress pattern is perfect for pool, beach, party or vacation wear. The robe or pool dress with zipper front closing and elbow length sleeve, can be short or ankle length with slit at front for ease of movement. This is a great pattern for patchwork, appliqué & painting. Styles can be cut from 3 towels or make a deluxe version in fur, velvet or brocade. Simplicity patterns is an american company.
Simplicty #6795; ©1966; bust 32″; Dress Pattern
DETAILS
This is a tissue paper pattern for recreating the styles shown on the pattern cover. The original pieces are printed tissue paper and should be handled with care. The pieces have not been cut, they were unfolded to check or completeness. The envelope back has a text description of the styles, guide to pieces, material useage chart, notions needed and material suggestions. The information sheets show the process of construction with some tips.
pieces: 4 printed; factory fold seperated.
instruction sheet: good.
envelope: top edge wrinkly.
please see photos for quality…..pattern includes an archival sleeve for storage.
· Yardage: (2) 54″x1-5/8yds or 137cmx1.5m or 3 towels (47″x23.5″)
· Notions: 22″ / 56cm zipper, bias binding for towels, optional frog closure.
· Material: towels or terry, velvet, velveteen, shantung, brocade, fur fabric, linen.
FIT
· Measurements: bust…..32” or 81cm, waist…25” or 63.5cm, hip……35″ or 89cm
USE
In order to recreate a style you will need to purchase your material, notions and anything you might need for embellishing. To test the fit before using expensive fabric, purchase muslin & recreate the style in a basic version. It is advisable to make a paper copy when resizing or altering the design.
CARE
- For small tears, use archival tape or a glue stick & tissue paper.
- Store the pattern in its protective sleeve or bag to reduce breakage and further discoloring.
For more information, please view Pattern Care.
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SHIPPING
I aim to dispatch parcels within 1-2 days. You will be notified of any delays within this time. Shipping is tracked delivery with DHL, unless requested otherwise. 4-5 patterns can be shipped together in a large envelope. For customers shipping within the eu, prices include all relevant import duties and taxes.
For international orders, DHL or UPS are generally used. Please note that duties, taxes, customs, and brokerage fees (if any) are the recipient’s responsibility. Delivery times for international shipping may vary depending on your location. Please check the article page for the actual shipping cost of the item.
RETURNS
Unfortunately, I cannot accept returns for vintage patterns/magazines or custom made items.
For more vacation style patterns, check out the resort section: https://tammysueatmoss.com/product-category/vintage-sewing/resort-patterns/
