Misses' Set of Lined and Unlined Vests -- Lined vests V. 1, 2, 3 and 4 have optional top-stitching. V. 1 has pockets, V. 2 has cord drawstring through waistline casing. V. 3 with front lacing has optional embroidery. V. 4 has welts. V. 4 and 5 have button front. V. 5 and 6 are unlined. V. 5 has notched collar. V. 6 has shawl collar.

Maker: Simplicity
Number: 5294
Size: 16, Bust 38
Who: Women
Date on Envelope: 1981
Condition: Cut (Please see the pictures for envelope detail. I never claim the pattern to be perfect or mint. They've all got character, one way or another.)

Enlarge the picture of the back of the pattern for fabric details and size measurements.

Sometimes it's far more fun to sew something from another time.

Sometimes it's even more fun to update it or make it a little differently to suit your taste.

And sometimes the only thing you can do with that totally awesome vintage yardage you have is build an equally awesome vintage garment. But the only way to make it look "right" is to use a pattern it was meant to be used with back in the day.

In any case, I hope you have "just the right fabric" to use with this pattern.

Always contact me if you have questions. I love to talk sewing and patterns and vintage...and a bunch of other stuff, too!