Vintage 1970s Children's Jumpsuit Sewing Pattern Age 4 Old Retro Model

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Description

This document is an original sewing pattern from 1970, for making a child's jumpsuit. The cover features a pattern titled "Un confortable 'Jumpsuit'" (A comfortable "Jumpsuit"), referenced as No. 1901, specifically for a 4-year-old child (Category B). The visual shows a young boy wearing the finished model: a long jumpsuit with flared legs, a high collar, and large patch pockets on the front, characteristic of late 60s-early 70s children's style. The illustration highlights the loose fit and practicality of the garment, typical of patterns from that period.

At the top of the page is the mention "Supplément hebdomadaire gratuit à Femmes d’Aujourd’hui n°1333 – 18 novembre 1970" (Free weekly supplement to Femmes d'Aujourd'hui No. 1333 – November 18, 1970), attesting to the provenance and precise dating of this pattern. The document is printed in black and white on period paper, with a slight visible grain. The arrangement of the different pattern pieces (back facing, front, pocket, bodice pocket facing, etc.) is clearly illustrated on the left side of the page, allowing for a direct visualization of the cutting plan to be transferred to the fabric.

The graphic style and typography are typical of the 1970s, with straight characters and a functional layout. Technical information, such as the required fabric length ("1.55 m in 1 m") and the layout of the pieces, is printed with precision. The pattern is presented on a single sheet, only the front side of which is visible in the photo, with no indication of the content on the back.

The overall condition shows signs of age consistent with a paper document from this era: slightly creased edges, small handling marks, but no major tears visible on the presented side. The print remains perfectly legible, both for the illustration image and for the diagram of the pieces to be cut.

This type of pattern is sought after for reconstructing vintage clothing, retro sewing, or seventies-inspired styling. It is distinguished by the clarity of its instructions and its authenticity, with the exact publication date clearly mentioned.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The sheet shows traces of use and a period patina, with creases and slight marks on the edges. The whole remains legible and usable for a sewing or archiving project.

Did you know? The magazine "Femmes d’Aujourd’hui," founded in 1933, long offered sewing pattern supplements to its readers, contributing to the spread of fashion trends and the creative autonomy of households. Children's designs from the 1970s reflect the practical and playful spirit of the decade's fashion, where the jumpsuit became popular for both adults and youngsters.

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