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These are just some of patterns for the 1940's Simplicity mannequin dolls . They came in box with mannequin , Ususually you got 3 of them but could order more from Latexture prods. NY . I have shown one with Student Nurse dress made for me by my daughter .
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Manikin, I never dreamed they made these, that's amasing. I remember (back in the 50's) going with my mother to the dept. store and her buying patterns for her. Thanks for teaching me something new today.
Glad you enjoyed seeing these kerry ! They made even more than I have pictured . And memories of you going to store for your Mom is such a good memory ! Thank you for sharing that story . That was in day of homemade clothes and we were happy to have them no designer labels then ! :-)
Are you allowed to trade patterns?
Hi Manikin
Are we allowed to trade patterns on here?
Thank you AdelBee ! And Thank you all I missed when I first posted I am sorry I didn't thank you I must have been asleep at the wheel here :-)