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1927 TEA FROCK
The "Genuine Philippine Hand-Embroidered" frocks of the 1920s were all the rage among women too busy to stitch. This easy-sew style features a flattering dropped waist and optional smocking. Pattern includes instructions for smocking and embroidery stitches, as well as a full-size embroidery design motif.

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GLAMOUR GIRL DRESS
Glamour oozed in Hollywood in the 1930s and 1940s, and this is the daytime dress the starlets wore. It emphasizes curves, drapes elegantly, and lends an air of discreet sexiness. The close-fitting bodice is visually cinched in with front waistline ties, and fits smoothly into a flared skirt. Shoulder pads lend that commanding air to any aspiring celebrity.

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SPORTY FORTIES DRESS & SWEATER
Stylish 1940s shirtwaist fashion with pleated bodice, long or short sleeves, and full button-front opening. Pattern includes knitting instructions for shawl-collar cardigan.

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SOPHISTICATED LADY
Classy 1930s two-piece suit and knitted shell. Unlined Jacket has soft gathering at shoulders and high hip, slightly padded shoulders, and long slender sleeves. Straight Skirt has center back kick pleat. Basketweave stitch shell has round neck and cap sleeves.

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TANGO DRESS
The tango craze swept the country in the 1920s, and the exotic dance required fashions that dipped and swayed with the music. This dramatic fashion has an optional shaped back hemline and draped scarf for sensuous movement. The dress can also be made more conservatively, and worn with a cardigan sweater (knitting instructions included).

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LE SMOKING JACKET
Smoking jackets symbolized sophistication during the 1920s and 1930s, both on the silver screen and in real life. Our classy version features contrasting or quilted lapels, cuffs, and pocket trim. Pattern includes instructions for women's knitted tank top to wear underneath.

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BLONDE BOMBSHELL
Celebrate your femininity in this full-skirted, dramatic style from the 1950s. Make it in colorful cotton for a summer sundress or shimmering brocade for an evening party any time of the year. Pattern includes instructions for knitted bolero sweater to wear on top.

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ROSIE THE RIVETER
The heroic working women of World War II inspired this factory wardrobe of camp shirt, pleated slacks, and overalls with sweetheart bib. Pattern includes historical information and instructions for knitted sweater and crocheted snood that keeps hair in place.

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FIFTIES FIT & FLAIR
After World War II, designers gave up fabric-conserving styles in favor of generous full skirts for ready-to-wear. This classic dolman-sleeve dress with full skirt offers three neckline options: jewel, V-neck, and turtleneck. Pattern includes instructions for knitted stole to drape seductively around the shoulders.

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HOLLYWOOD PANTS
Movie stars Marlene Dietrich and Katharine Hepburn wore trousers with exceptional attitude before pants were socially acceptable, and made them essential components of every stylish woman's wardrobe. Our Hollywood-inspired styles include sporty knickers, classic trousers, and kicky shorts.

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