Sweet and elegant both describe this little blouse from the 1940’s. Β I had such a fun time creating it, that I wanted to share the pattern with you! Β However, unlike patterns I have created in the past, this one is a bit different. Β I have created a drafting guide with the hopes of allowing anyone of any size the ability to recreate this pattern just for them!
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Tools to Draft Pattern:
- Ruler
- Curved Ruler for Armholes and Hip Curves
- Pencil
- Craft or Wrapping Paper
- Meausuring Tape
- Knowledge of your ownΒ upper body measurements
How To Draft:
- Following the guide below, write down all the proper measurements.
- On a large piece of craft or wrapping paper, begin marking and drawing the patterns using the picture above and your measurements as a guide.
- Once completed, cut out and drape on body or dress form. Β Note needed alterations and adjust accordingly.
- Once base pattern is satisfactory, cut out of fabric making sure to add in seam allowances and extra width on one side for the zipper. Β Check armhole fit for comfort and ease of movement.
- I also recommend to test the pattern first out of muslin for proper fit.
Guide:
1943 Ruffled Blouse Pattern Drafting Guide
Cut 2 of Bodice Front Top. Β Cut 1 on fold of Bodice Front Bottom. Β Cut 1 on Fold of Bodice Back.
You will also need a long piece of fabric measuring 3″ wide by length of total neckline plus 10″-15″
Supplies:
- 1-1/2 yards of fabric
- 9″ zipper
Process:
- Stitch back dart if needed.
- Run gathering stitch along bottom of Bodice Front Top.
- Pull gathering stitches to fit the angle of the Bodice Front Bottom making sure that most of the gathers are closest to the top. Β Pin and stitch right sides together. Β Repeat with the other side.
- Stitch shoulder seams.
- Choose side for the zipper and insert.
- Stitch other side seam.
- Give a narrow hem to sleeves and to the bottom of the blouse.
- Turn long strip right sides together and stitch the ends only. Β Turn out and press.
- Run a gathering stitch along the long strip of fabric wrong sides together. Β Tie off one end of gathering threads and then gently gather to fit in neckline.
- Pin to neckline so raw edges line up. Β Stitch. Β Trim or serge seams.
- Optional: Apply a facing to raw edges of neckline for a neat trim.
- Press and enjoy!
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