This replicated pattern is sized to fit a 25 inch waist.
This pattern was transcribed from the May 5, 1912 edition of the French Fashion Magazine La Mode Illustree. Skirt is straight cut with a slight flare, and has soutache (optional) detailing along the front panel. Back panel has kick pleats. High waist secures along left side panel. Photo #2 and #3 show this made up as designed with soutache braid pattern provided. SUGGESTED MATERIALS: Linen, Pique, Light Weight Woolens, Heavy Silks.
Fabric requirements for size given (this is an approximate)
~ 44 Inch Wide Material - Without Nap 3 Yards
~ Soutache Braid 8 Yards
~ 2 Inch Wide Heavy GrosGrain or Petersham For Waist Band 1 Yard
Information on construction and soutache application can be found here: https://costumedeeva.wordpress.com/2012/06/26/1912-ladies-skirt-0162/
This pattern was originally created by Dec. 30, 1919 and has been re-digitized into it's current format. All content falls under the copyright Vintage Pattern Lending Library 2012, and as such, no portion of this pattern may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written consent.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The source material from which these early patterns are replicated contain much less information than the more modern patterns from the 1920's and 1930's. Patterns and fashion journals published during these eras presumed that the home seamstress possessed sufficient skills to construct a garment without detailed directions. As a result, patterns for facings, linings and other details - such as instructions on how to create trims, are sketchy at best -- and usually non-existent.
Be aware that all of these patterns run small compared to our modern bodies, and were drafted with the understanding that "proper" undergarments and corsets would be worn underneath. It is very important when sewing these items to make a fitting mock-up of the pattern out of muslin or other waste fabric, and make all of the adjustments for your individual figure on the mock-up.
Our replicated historic patterns are the highest quality available. They are electronically digitized and printed on a high-quality graphics printer in two to three colors. Paper is a beautiful 18lb semi-transparent vellum for ease of pinning and cutting. They are NOT inferior hand drawn, photo-copied or blue-printed replications. Our reproduced patterns are printed on full size sheets - no need for taping multiple small pages, or re-sizing from a small diagram.
Our patterns include seam allowances, grain lines and updated text for ease of construction. Patterns are reproduced directly from the original source material, with no changes in order to retain the historical accuracy of the pattern. Prior sewing experience and knowledge of working with vintage patterns is recommended.
Please note: This is NOT a finished garment and the original documentation and pattern are NOT included.
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