Simplicity sewing pattern S3116, for Misses' bolero suit and bodice. This is an authentic reproduction of an original 1950s design, with added size options and cutting layouts.

Difficulty Rating: Average.

Vintage Simplicity 1950s 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.

Suggested Fabrics: 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.

This pattern is available in a choice of two size combinations; K5(8,10,12,14,16) or Y5(18,20,22,24,26).Please see below for measurements;

Size

8

10

12

14

16

18

20

22

24

26

 

Bust

31.5

80

32.5

83

34

87

36

92

38

97

40

102

42

107

44

112

46

117

48

122

Ins

cm

Waist

24

61

25

64

26.5

67

28

71

30

76

32

81

34

87

37

94

39

99

41.5

106

Ins

cm

Hips

33.5

85

34.5

88

36

92

38

97

40

102

42

107

44

112

46

117

48

122

50

127

Ins

cm

Back Neck To Waist

15.75

40

16

40.5

16.25

41.5

16.5

42

16.75

42.5

17

43

17.25

44

17.4

44

17.5

44.5

17.75

44.5

Ins

cm