D30-4344; 1939 Frocks
Originally by Lutterloh, for a soft and comfortable line, the skirt joins the waist front just above the bust and shirring is created over the waist with an overlay. Low V-neck is trimmed with lace in the short sleeve frock, and left plain in the long sleeve frock. Five dressmaker clips trim the center front seam. Short sleeve cap is pleated and has a dart lapping at lower end which fastens with hooks and eyes. Long sleeve is tapered to fit with a lower dart. The lower back waist and slightly flared skirt are pleated for fullness in the back and narrow sashes are sewn in to tie in back at the natural waistline.
RECOMMENDED FABRICS: For Styles A & B: Silk crêpe, Satin, Novelty silk crêpe, Heavy sheer crêpe (georgette), taffeta, metal fabrics, velvet, lace.
Style A also in: Sheer cotton (voile), Handkerchief Linen, Rayon, Celanese or (rayon) Bemberg.
Style B also in: Sheer wool or soft woolen (knits).
3/8" seams are given.
Size set A fitting 14-20 (32" to 38" bust, 26" to 32" waist, 35" to 41" hip).
Size set B fitting 40-46 (40" to 46" bust, 34" to 40" waist, 43" to 49" hip).
PATTERN NOT IN YOUR SIZE? Upon request, I am happy to furnish an additional schematic showing where to adjust the pattern pieces with instructions on how to re-size the pattern.
