1950s Doll Wardrobe Sewing Pattern (Saucy Walker, Bonny Braids) — Simplicity 4509 (1953), 22–23" Dolls — Digital PDF

Sew a full wardrobe for the big dolls of the 1950s from a genuine vintage pattern. This is a faithful reproduction of Simplicity 4509 (1953), with every original marking preserved, delivered as an instant digital download — including the original insert on how to dress a Saucy Walker doll.

The design: View 1 coat with raglan sleeves and contrasting collar, plus a hat with contrast band and ties. View 2 blouse with embroidered eyelet collar and a circular skirt with rick-rack trim. View 3 dress with fitted bodice and gathered skirt, contrast skirt, binding and hat, with a lace-trimmed pinafore. Views 2 and 3 include circular crinoline petticoats. View 4 sleeveless pajama top with collar and suspender pants. View 5 overalls with contrast leg facings and a sleeveless contrast blouse.

Fits: 22"–23" dolls — Saucy Walker, Susan Stroller and Posie by Ideal (original pattern also covered 14" Bonny Braids and 16–17" Saucy Walker).

What you receive — instant digital download (ZIP):

• Print-at-home PDF for US Letter or A4 paper (28 tiled pages + instructions)
• A0 format for copy-shop or plotter printing
• Original instructions (English)
• All pattern pieces at full scale with original markings (English)

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