Vintage sewing pattern Modes & Travaux pinafore dress 3000 70s retro

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Description

This vintage sewing pattern, published by the Modes & Travaux brand under reference 3000, offers instructions for creating a wool canvas shift dress. The pattern envelope shown in the photo features a color illustration of a female model wearing a high-neck, long-sleeved dress with a matching belt, typical of 1970s trends. The design stands out with its straight cut, sleek silhouette, and structured drape, reflecting the understated elegance of the era.

The pattern is advertised for three main sizes (40, 44, 48), but it is also usable for seven sizes ranging from 38 to 50, as specified on the cover. The envelope indicates "Patron immédiat couture" (Instant Sewing Pattern), signifying a ready-to-use product for home sewing. The instructions mention the possibility of adapting the pattern pieces to the fabric width specified for this model.

The visible front of the envelope also shows a black and white photograph of the model in profile, allowing appreciation of the ample cut of the sleeves and the structure of the high collar. The entire pattern is presented in a transparent plastic envelope, suggesting good preservation of the original packaging.

The dominant colors of the envelope are white, seafoam green (for the illustrated dress), and turquoise green and black graphic inserts for the brand and technical information. No excessive wear, pronounced creases, or tears are visible on the exposed front. The inscriptions "Modes & Travaux", "Patron immédiat couture", "3000 robe-chasuble en toile de laine" are perfectly legible.

This vintage pattern is ideal for faithful reproduction of retro models, for creative sewing, or for textile workshop decoration. Reference 3000 precisely identifies this model within the Modes & Travaux range.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The original envelope and cover appear to be in good condition on the visible front. Contents not verified.

Did you know? Modes & Travaux is an iconic French magazine launched in 1919, which popularized home sewing from the 1950s-70s thanks to accessible patterns and models adapted to everyday fashion. "Instant" patterns were designed to facilitate garment making without complex adjustments, making fashion more accessible to everyone.

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