McCalls Vintage Tops, Skirt, Trousers & Shorts M8493

Buy the M8493 Vintage 1970's Knit Tops, Skirt, Trousers and Shorts sewing pattern from McCalls. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. Vintage McCall’s 1970s quick and easy tops, skirt, trousers and shorts sewing pattern. Tops have extended shoulder line. A has sleeve bands and drawstring in waistline casing. Views B, C, D, E have turned up sleeves. B, C, E have drawstring in lower casing. D, or E with cowl collar have pockets in side seam openings. Skirt has elastic in waistline casing. trousers or shorts have elastic in back casing.

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: Unbonded Stretchable Knits such as Cotton Knits, Knitted Terry, Knitted Velour, Sweater Knits, Wool or Synthetic Jersey.

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

Sizing: A (XS-S-M-L), approx. UK sizes A (4 – 14/16), based on our standardised size chart. Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread. View A Skirt: 1 1/2 yd. (1.2m) of 1/2" (1.3cm) elastic. View B,C,E: 5/8 yd. (0.6m) of 1/2" (1.3cm) elastic. View A Top and Skirt, B,C,E: Optional stretch lace.

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