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Folkwear Sewing Pattern #240
Rosie The Riveter
Sizes 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20
Pattern condition: Uncut and factory folded
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.
The shirt is styled from men's sport shirts
and is known today as a "camp" shirt. It's timeless in crisp white cotton and
lots of fun made extra-large in bright tropical prints.
The pleated
slacks have side pockets and a back zipper. Straight legs fall smoothly fron the
hips for a clean, smooth look. Add the swetheart-shaped bodice for overalls with
straps that cross in the back.
The charming sweater knit in two colors
in alternating garter and stockinette stitches has set-in sleeves and a round
neck; and to keep your hair out of the machinery, a simple snood to crochet
completes the package.
Included in the pattern is "The Life and Times of
Rosie the Riveter," a fascinating account of women's valuable contributions in
the war effort.
Suggested fabrics: For Shirt, choose medium-weight
cotton, rayon, silk, or blends. For Slacks and Overalls, choose medium to
heavyweight cotton, wool, blends, corduroy, denim, velvet, or velveteen.
