Preloved Vintage Kwik Sew 917 sewing pattern for a men's western-style shirt, designed by Kerstin Martensson and dating from approximately 1978.
Preloved Kwik Sew by Kerstin Martensson Sewing Pattern 917 Men's Western Shirt.
This sewing pattern is uncut.
Pattern Details
- Design: The pattern features a classic Western-style shirt with a collar (with stand and front tab), decorative yokes, and long sleeves with button or snap cuffs.
- Sizes: This specific envelope covers sizes 34, 36, 38, and 40 (chest measurements in inches).
- Designer: It was designed by Kerstin Martensson, the founder of Kwik Sew.
Visual Variations
The illustration on the envelope shows three views of the shirt:
- View A: A blue checkered version with a simple western yoke.
- View B: A white shirt featuring a prominent, decorative contrast yoke with floral detailing.
- View C: A blue and red version with a bold, two-tone contrasting yoke.
The envelope is in poor condition. It has two sides open, tears and pen marks.
Kwik Sew patterns are historically noted for their multi-size grading and focus on ease of use, particularly for knit and stretch fabrics. Though the brand was purchased by the McCall Pattern Company in 2011, Kwik Sew patterns have been officially discontinued since 2021, making original copies like this one collectible.
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Preloved Kwik Sew by Kerstin Martensson Sewing Pattern 917 Men's Western Shirt.
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