NL40-622; 1941 Housecoat or Dress

11-piece hand-drafted pattern originally by Hollywood, 'One-piece dress or house-coat in instep length or shorter. Front panel in one from neck to hem, with a slide-fastener (zipper) closing. A tied sash conceals the joining of the waist and skirt at sides. Short sleeves gathered at top. Shaped pockets. Self ruffling or braid trimming'.  

RECOMMENDED FABRICS ARE: Novelty cotton, linen, gingham, piqué, seersucker, novelty silk crêpe, taffeta, rayon, batiste.

1/2" seams are given.

Olivia de Havilland was featured on the front of this pattern for her role in "Strawberry Blonde". A Warner Bros. Picture.

Size 20 fits 36" bust, 32" waist, 41" hip. 

PATTERN NOT IN YOUR SIZE? I am happy to furnish an additional schematic showing where to adjust the pattern pieces with instructions on how to go about it upon request.