This is yet another version of Simplicity 4238 – a sleeveless blouse pattern from the 1950’s.
I made it after seeing this recent picture of Betty Draper and deciding I wanted one exactly the same!
As well as an almost identical vintage pattern, I also had the perfect fabric in my stash – a metre of Liberty Tana lawn. My fabric has a bit more red and blue in it and perhaps not as much green and yellow, but it’s a pretty good match.
I’ve made this pattern before, here and here, so it was a quick, easy make. It seems to go with everything so I think it will be getting a lot of wear this summer! There are more construction details and photos on my blog – Handmade Jane. Thanks for reading! x
I wanted to recreate this Betty look as soon as I saw it! I especially love how she wears the little red cardi with it towards the end of the episode. Such a gorgeous and classy summer look. Your blouse is SPOT on. I don’t think you could have found a better fabric.
What a perfect copy of the blouse. Amazing!
Thank you for showing your pretty blouse! It’s so nice when you find a reliable pattern that you know will fit and looks so cute.
Hey! that is a great lookalike! very sassy! Now all you need is some cheeky teenage boys to admire you while your husband gets jealous! =D
What a beautiful top, so pretty 🙂
Perfect fit and flattering on you.
Beautiful summery top!
What a lovely blouse! Your placket and buttons are perfect! Great job!
Lovely blouse and fabric!!