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Vintage Simplicity 1950’s bolero suit and bodice sewing pattern. A front button closing, and shoulder straps style the fitted bodice. The four gored skirt is flared with soft pleats at front waistline. The flared back bolero has a front button closing and set in sleeves. View 1 has long sleeves and a pointed cuff. In view 2 the collar, cuffs and belt are of contrasting fabric. The sleeves are Three quarter length. Authentic Vintage Reproduction includes additional sizes and cutting layouts.

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View 1: Cotton Types, Linen Types, Wool Types. View 2: Bengaline, Cotton Types, Rayons, Taffeta, Wool Types. View 2 Contrast: Cotton Types, Faille, Velvet, Velveteen. Lining: Lining Fabric. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible or non-fusible.

$22.00

Item Number: S3116

Simplicity Sewing Pattern S3116 Misses’ Bolero Suit and Bodice

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