Simplicity Skirt, Shorts and Top S8654

Buy the 8654 vintage skirt, shorts and top sewing pattern from Simplicity. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. Simplicity 1940's Vintage Pattern. The short sleeved top ties in a knot in front leaving a bare midriff. The shorts are smartly pleated in front and back and finished with a waist band. A shaped yoke, gathered at the sides, releases the soft fullness of the skirt.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: Challis, chambray, cotton types, linen types, lightweight poplin, lightweight sateen, silky types.

Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way designs fabrics or shrinkage.

Sizing: D5 (4-6-8-10-12) P5 (12-14-16-18-20) approx. UK sizes D5 (4/6 – 8), P5 (8– 16). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread. A: One pair of shoulder pads (opt.). B: One 7" zipper, one 3/4" button, one pkg of 1/2" wide hem tape (opt.). C: One 7" zipper, two hook closures, one pkg of 1/2" wide hem tape (opt.).

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