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Past Patterns PP#0159

1920s Simple House Dress Sewing Pattern

This Late 1920s House Dress pattern was published by The Simplicity Pattern Company.

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Simplicity referred to their releases as "The Only All-in-One PATTERN".

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In the late 1920s, women's fashion was influenced by the broader social changes of the decade, including increased female independence and participation in the workforce. House dresses were designed to be practical and comfortable for daily activities, reflecting the evolving role of women. These dresses provided an easy, affordable way to stay stylish while managing household duties.

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This pattern was designed for a late 1920s woman with 40" (102cm) bust.

There are 10 pattern pieces with this set.

1/2" Seam Allowance.

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Saundra Altman, our founder, suggested using "Gingham and Percale. Period accurate pieces should be colored blue, grey, tan, lavender, blue-plaid, pink-plaid, pink-check, blue-check or black-and-white-check."

Materials required: Dress 2-3/4 Yds. 36" wide. Trim 1 Yd. 36" wide.

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The package includes a copy of the original front cover, 2 pages of historical information, written construction instructions and 2 36”x53” sheets of patterns that are hand-drawn, emulating the original patterns.

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Our patterns are printed on 20 lb. white paper and packaged in reusable plastic. We always attempt to offer the most reasonable shipping rates for domestic and international orders. Multi item purchases are automatically adjusted for combined shipping.
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See sizing chart in images.

Item will be shipped USPS Media Mail

When multiple items are ordered and paid for on the same check,

shipping discounts will be applied

Expedited shipments are available

Pattern developed by Saundra Ros Altman

From the Past Patterns website:

Our first goal, at Past Patterns, is to make patterns of existing antique garments from which you can make reproductions.

We do this with the hope that people will start creating and wearing reproductions instead of antique originals.

The clothes we wear and that our grandparents wore are part of our cultural history.

Just as you would not abuse antiques furniture by cutting off decorative trim, so you should not abuse antique garments by wearing them.

Our second goal is that you pick up a little bit of history when you sew the garment.

The fit, the cut, the fasteners, the fabric design, just to mention a few things, are part to the technology of the time.

Our third goal, in sewing the patterns, is to spark an interest in genealogy and local history.

Researching local history is always a rewarding pursuit.

SKU 0159

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