Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Jiffy Knits 1973

a closeup of Shelley from the package cover
for Simplicity 5615, 1973

Shelley appeared on many Simplicity pattern catalogs, brochures and packaging during the 1960s and 1970s. The Simplicity Pattern Company is the leading manufacturer of sewing patterns and sewing pattern guides which are distributed throughout the world. They have been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and have allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. In 1973, she appeared on the cover of pattern package 5615. It contained patterns and instructions for creating a pullover top and wide-legged pants... for stretch knits. The top-stitched top had a lowered round neckline, short set-in sleeves gathered to the armholes and an optional patch pocket. The pants had an elasticized waistline and an optional purchased belt. As always, Shelley looked fab.

Shelley on the package cover for Simplicity 5615, 1973