40s Beachwear Coat & Swimsuit Pattern

Down to the shore in a smart ensemble: one –piece bathing suit with drawstring halter neck, button-back closing; drawstring detail at the sides. Flare back beach coat has a Peter Pan collar, one-button closing and large patch pockets.

Offered here as: Paper Pattern or the Original Pattern.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size Guide

Bust: 34” (86cm)
Waist: 28” (71cm)
Hips: 37” (94cm)

Finished length from back of neck to lower edge of beach coat, 2” turn-up, size 16, 3 ¼” (8.3cm)

Notions

5 Buttons for Bathing Suit. 1 Button for Beach Coat.

Fabric Amount

BEACH COAT
35” Fabric (Without Nap), 3 ¾ yds.

BATHING SUIT
35” Fabric (Without Nap), 1 5/8 yds.
39” Fabric (Without Nap), 1 ½ yds.
With 54” Wool Jersey for lining, 7/8 yd.
* 54” Wool Jersey (Without Nap), 1 7/8 yds.
* Suit cut double of Wool Jersey.

Note: This design is not suitable for fabrics with diagonal stripe or weove.
The above yardage does not allow for shrinkage.

Lower Edge Measurement of Beach Coat: Size 16” – 77” (40.7cm – 195.6cm)
Width at bottom of each leg: Size 16” – 22 ¾” (40.7cm – 57.8cm)

Recommended Fabrics

Coat: Terry Cloth.
Bathing Suit: Cottons, Rayons, Crepe, Wool Jersey.
Suit Lining: Wool Jersey.

What You Will Receive

If you select a Paper Pattern, you will receive a true to scale reproduction sewing pattern printed on A0 premium paper, along with instructions and a full colour front cover. Your pattern will arrive in a clear re-sealable envelope for easy storage. If you choose to purchase the original pattern, you receive a piece of history which may include age related wear and tear.