PLEASE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE PURCHASE. This is not a standard pattern and some drafting is required. This is a digital draft-at-home pattern drafting template and scale ruler set to make a charming French bra from circa 1947. The bra is illustrated in lace and pintucks. The original source material did not include an illustration of the back. This pattern may be made using a few different methods. It does not include the illustrated pin tucks. These bras commonly had topstitched or pin-tucked triangles stitched over the finished bra in contrasting fabric for structure and style. We recommend making the main body of the bra with lace lined in a soft net. Then trace and cut a triangle from already pin-tucked satin, or topstitch/ applique stitch the triangles on. Fabric: the original source material did not include fabric requirements. A basic estimate would be approximately 1/2 meter (about 1/2 yard). SIZING 5 1/2" - 60" Bust: This is a pattern from a French pattern drafting system similar to the Lutterloh golden rule patterns. You will be able to draft a pattern to your exact size from the miniature pattern template and specially designed rulers. To draft any of these special patterns to doll, children, and adult sizes is easy. Rulers are included to draft the pattern as small as a 5 1/2" chest to as large as a 60" chest and the pattern will be scaled perfectly every time. ALL RULERS ARE INCLUDED AS PRINTABLES WITH THESE PATTERNS. Don't have a printer? Not a problem! We offer a printing service for these patterns here: www.etsy.com/listing/196872505 Please note that you will still need to draft your pattern using the printed materials. We are unable to offer a drafting service at this time. The pattern includes basic markings that show you how they fit together, and includes indications such as dotted lines for cutting on the fold. I have included several pages of drafting instructions that I have translated from the original French personally. The illustrated instructions show you how to easily draw your pattern pieces from the miniature pattern template using our special rulers. These patterns were marketed originally to both home seamstresses and professionals alike and assume that you have a basic understanding of clothing construction. The original patterns DO NOT include any sewing instructions or facings. To sew these, you should have a basic understanding of how pattern pieces should fit together. The pattern pieces are illustrated in such a way that you can see how they are supposed to be sewn to each other. DIFFICULTY LEVEL: These patterns might be a bit difficult for the beginner but an intermediate level home seamstress will most likely have little trouble. For a complete tutorial on drafting your pattern including photos, check out this blog post: http://afewthreadsloose.blogspot.no/2013/01/draft-at-home-patterns-how-to.html QUESTIONS? Check out our extensive draft-at-home patterns FAQ page and video tutorials: https://mrsdepew.com/draft-at-home-faq If you find that you need a bit of help with your pattern, or if you just want to show off your finished work, join us at the Mrs. Depew Vintage Sew and Tell Group on Facebook! www.facebook.com/groups/MrsDepewSewandTell/ INSTANT DOWNLOAD: Your purchase will be available for download the second your payment clears through Etsy. Simply follow the email sent to you, or click on , then and under your receipt, . What you will need: Paper (I use large tracing paper but butcher paper, pattern-making paper, or wrapping paper all work well Pencil, a thumbtack or pin, a small piece of cardboard, and a bit of tape. It's that simple! No special tools are required! If French is your first language and you would prefer a copy of the instructions in French instead, you can find them on our website: https://mrsdepew.com/shop/ols/products/d-a-h-draft-at-home-sewing-patterns-original-french-drafting-instructions
