70s sewing patterns

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Style 3872; ©1972; Misses' Dress: Dress with high-line bodice has bias skirt, back zipper and sleeves gathered into armholes. View 1 and 2 have collar. View 1 has short sleeves gathered into sleeve bands with braid and button trim. View 2 and 3 have long sleeves gathered into cuffs. View 3 has stand collar. [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]…

Vogue 7711; ca. 1969; Misses' Gown or Top, Pants and Shorts. Loose-fitting sleeveless gown or top with scoop neckline has lace trim and side ribbon ties. Shorts and straight legged pants darted into waistband. Still featured in Vogue International Pattern Book December 1970/January 1971 [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!] Annipond - I would love to…

Item specifics Condition Used An item that has been used previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions opens in a new window or tab Seller Notes “Uncut, factory folded, envelope has yellowed.” Gender Female Compatible Size S Decade 1970s Type Dress, Pants, Vest Features Size 10 Waist 25" Age Group Teen Brand Simplicity UPC Does not apply

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Butterick 4200; ca. 1976; Misses' Dress. Dress in two lengths has fitted bias bodice, attached straps with front buttoned closing, flared skirt and patch pockets, bias self ruffle, back buttoned closing, and topstitch trim. allthepreciousthings.com.au [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!] mcleo1

As I've been going through all of my vintage patterns and posting them for sale over at Etcetorize Vintage Pattern Supplies I wonder with some of them if anyone will actually purchase them. These patterns are sooooo cute, but honestly, do you think you could pull of a Bikini Sizzler??? I don't think I could. So, today's modern take on these patterns comes from Japan. You got it...the Harajuku girls! Now stick with me, if Gwen Stefani and her friends can do it, why not you??? The pic above is…