Simplicity 9556-Back to the 80's!

Another flashback goodie - 1980's Simplicity 9556. This was a popular Jiffy pattern, even my sister had one. You may be lucky and find another in thrift stores, eBay, etc. Because of the elasticized neckline, I wanted this version to have a little bit more weight and drape than a cotton or linen would provide, so I used a peached knit ($1/yard Wally World), even though knits were not listed on the envelope as a suggested fabric. Simplicity's patterns were still pretty well drafted back then; I was surprised and happy to discover the shoulder stays put.

I was also happy and surprised to see that the Size 12 still fit, albeit with small adjustments (1/2" on the front side seam, recurving and lowering the armholes 1/4", adding 4 inches in length to the back and 4 1/2 inches to the front pattern pieces.)

A 1980 design with today's fabrics and notions (thank goodness for Steam-A-Seam 2!), creates a fun and cool Summer of 2007 top.