Simplicity Sewing Pattern 3226 Misses' Colonial Patriots Costumes

Simplicity sewing pattern 3226 for Re-Release Commemorate America 250. The lined bodice Views 1, 2 and 3 with contrasting front section has low round neckline, elbow length set-in sleeves, back zipper and optional boning. Views 1 and 2 bodices with contrasting neck and sleeve ruffles may be trimmed with novelty tri or with ribbon and bows. View 3 bodice is trimmed with lace or eyelet edging and ribbon and bows. Views 1, 2 and 3 skirt gathered to waistband has back snap closing. Views 1 or 2 skirt features and overskirt off bodice fabric which can be tacked back revealing a contrasting facing. Shawl Views 1, 2 and 3 has self-fabric ruffle. Views 1, 2 and 3 cap with elastic casing forming self-ruffle has ribbon bow.
Fabric Suggestion : All except View 1 and 2 Bodice and Sleeve Ruffles in: Brocade, Challis, Cotton Broadcloth, Crepe, Crepe-back Satin, Lawn, Polished Cotton, Sateen, Shantung, Surah. View 1,2,3 Bodice Front also in: Cotton Lace, Eyelet. View 1 & 2 Bodice and Sleeve Ruffles in: Dotted Swiss, Organdy, Organza, Voile. Shawl also in: Voile. Cap also in: Cotton Lace, Eyelet, Voile. Extra fabric is needed to match plaids, stripes and one-way designs. Use nap yardage and nap layouts for one-way design fabrics. Not suitable for obvious diagonals.
Sewing Rating : Average