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Format Page Counts 8.5"x 11" pattern pages: 50 pages A4 pattern pages: 45 pages 8.5"x 11" instruction booklet: 10 pages Your Early 1930s Dress with Waist Yoke Downloads includes four convenient formats: 36-inch wide copy-shop format A4 tiled PDF (international use) 8.5"x 11" tiled PDF (US Letter size) Pattern Features Digitally restored from an original 1930s Butterick pattern Distinctive waist yoke for period-correct shaping Princess seams for a flattering, elongated silhouette Flared skirt suitable for movement and comfort Short or long sleeve options for seasonal versatility Detailed instructions including historical alterations and sizing guidance Historical Background The early 1930s marked a turning point in fashion as women sought garments that reflected grace, modesty, and resilience during the economic hardships of the Great Depression

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