The Forties 

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Gloves c. 1942

This pattern has 5 variations of ladies' fabric dress gloves.  Some are elbow length and some are just passed the wrist.  This pattern is meant for a size 6-7 or  a ladies' medium.    

HH-GL..............$15.00

Glamour Girl Dress

by Folkwear

The glamour emanating from Hollywood in the 1930s and the 1940s held the American public in thrall.  Folkwear's Glamour Girl Dress is a stunning example of early 1940s styling, designed to emphasize feminine curves, drape elegantly and give the wearer an aura of discreet sexiness.  Sizes 6-16 included in one packet.

F233..........$14.95

Hollywood Pants

by Folkwear

The emergence of pants as acceptable public attire for women began in the early 1930s, largely due to the enormous influence of the movies and high profile movie stars.

Included in this pattern are Knickers (c. 1931), Trousers (c. 1940) and Shorts (c. 1940)   Sizes in one packet are 8-14.

F250........$19.95

1940s Afternoon Dress

by Rocking Horse Farm

Shoulder yokes and waist of contrasting color.  Buttons to the left of center.  Short sleeved.  Size 10-14 in one packet only.

RH948.........$16.00

Evening Cape

by Rocking Horse Farm

Cape in three lengths.   side fronts softly gathered into yoke, circa 1941.  All sizes 8-26 included in one packet.

RH947...........$16.00

Rosie the Riveter

by Folkwear

The heroic women of World War II inspired this hard-working wardrobe of camp shirt, pleated slacks, overalls with a sweetheart bodice, a two-tone cardigan to knit and snood to crochet.  Medium-weight cottons, rayons, blends for shirt: medium to bottom weight cottons, wools blends for slacks or overalls.  Misses sizes 6-20 in one packet.

F240......$19.95

Sporty Forties Dress and Sweater

by Folkwear

A classic combination that will delight those who sew and knit.  Clean, simple lines make this a flattering daytime dress.  Top it with a waist-length knitted cardigan in modified basket stitch, a perfect match.  Crisp mid-weight cottons, linens, blends; rayon, silks or silkies, voile.  Misses sizes 6-16 in one package.

F235..........$16.95

1940s Robe or Coat

by Rocking Horse Farm

1940s short sleeved housecoat or long sleeved overcoat.  Lovely either way.

Sizes 8-14 in one packet.

RH949-S-M..........$16.00

Russian Hat

The dramatic chic of the 1940s is in this bold Russian styled open crown hat.

DL117......$12.00

1940s Doll Hat

This shape brings you the wit and dash of the 1940s.  You can trim it in soft veiling and flowers for bridal, or make it exotic with feathers and tulle.

DL119........$12.00

Beret

This basic beret is made new again with subtle detailing and shaping.

DL129......$12.00

1940s Beret

Distinctive styling gives this modern “Beret” a sophisticated 1940s attitude.

DL130.......$12.00

               1940s "Swing" Dress Pattern                      

from Sense and Sensibility

Inspired by an original Hollywood design circa 1942. The design comes from the WWII days of fabric rationing, which meant narrower skirts and more tailored lines.  Sizes 8-26 all included in one envelope.  Unique yoke with gathered shoulders and two sleeve options (short and "bracelet-length").  Gored skirt great for twirling! Put on your dancing shoes!  Transition this pattern to evening wear by lengthening the skirt.   

SS-14..........$16.00