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We never give up! These requests have been around for a very long time, but we're still looking for them. They're in order by pattern maker and number, and include both requests for replacement pieces and patterns someone wants to buy. Let's get these moved to the Success Stories page!


Butterick 3550 Betsey Johnson apron pattern wanted
Original wanted

Butterick 3550 misses Betsey Johnson apron, hat, belt and bag pattern from the 1970s.

Size Needed: Any size, although Small (8-10) is preferrred.

Updated 10 Apr 2010
p-b3550-700		 How can you help?
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Lisa has one at Vintage Fashion Library

McCall's 8332 Almost backless dress pattern wanted
Original or Reproduction

McCall's 8332 misses open-back sundress pattern from the 1960s.

Size Needed: Any size.

We have two open requests for this pattern.

Updated 13 Apr 2010
p-m8332-600		 How can you help?
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: A member spotted one on eBay, but Anna was outbid and is still looking….

Simplicity 2959 1960s Simplicity dress pattern wanted
Original wanted

Simplicity 2959 misses pleated neckline dress pattern from the 1960s.

Size Needed: Bust 36.

A complete pattern would be nice, but the bodice pieces are the critical parts.

Updated 21 Mar 2010
p-s2959-600		 How can you help?
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Still open.

Vogue 1253 Embroidered peasant dress pattern wanted
Original wanted

Vogue 1253 misses peasant tunic or dress and transfer pattern from the 1970s.

Size Needed: Size L-XL.

Updated 21 Mar 2010
p-v1253-700		 How can you help?
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Still open.

McCall's 9385 Pattern Points Opportunity (3 points)
Several pieces needed
  Copy OK

McCall's 9385 misses swing dress or top from the 1960s.

Size Needed: Size 14.

Pieces needed: Collar; facing for 3/4 sleeve; and shoulder pad piece 2.

Updated 21 Mar 2010
p-m9385-603		 How can you help?
I'll copy the parts from my pattern - tell me how
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Still open.

Advance 8227 Pattern Points Opportunity (3 points)
Pocket and sleeve pieces needed
  Copy OK

Advance 8227 misses pajamas pattern from the 1960s.

Size Needed: Size 16.

Pieces needed: Pocket (B), sleeve (D) and sleeveband (E).

Updated 21 Mar 2010
p-a8227-603		 How can you help?
I'll copy the parts from my pattern - tell me how
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Still open.

Simplicity 3282 Pattern Points Opportunity (5 points)
Multiple pieces needed
  Copy OK

Simplicity 3282 misses dress and cummerbund pattern from the 1960s.

Size Needed: Size 14.

Pieces needed: Instruction sheet and pieces A through H.

Updated 21 Mar 2010
p-s3282-605		 How can you help?
I'll copy the parts from my pattern - tell me how
I have one of these I don't need and will donate it
I spotted this pattern online

(enter web address or type in your message)

My registered email address (optional for sightings)
 
STATUS: Still open.

Butterick 4388 Pattern Points Opportunity (1/2 points)
Skirt pieces coming

Butterick 4388 misses dress pattern from the 1980s.

Size Needed: Size 18.

Pieces needed: Waistband and skirt pieces (3, 5 and 6)

Updated 13 Apr 2010
p-b4388-801/2		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Someone is donating this pattern.

McCall's 3302 Pattern Points Opportunity (1/2 points)
Pants pieces needed

McCall's 3302 misses sleeveless jacket and pants pattern from 1972.

Size Needed: Size 12.

Pieces needed: Pants front and back (pieces 5 and 6).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-m3302-701/2		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

McCall's 4556 Pattern Points Opportunity (3/7 points)
Instructions and pocket piece needed

McCall's 4556 misses apron dress pattern from 1975.

Size Needed: Size 10 or any…

Pieces needed: Instructions and pocket piece (8).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-m4556-703/7		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Simplicity 5149 Pattern Points Opportunity (1/2 points)
Sleeve piece needed.

Simplicity 5149 misses shirt-dress pattern from 1972.

Size Needed: Size 10.

Pieces needed: Sleeve (G).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-s5149-701/2		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Simplicity 9650 Pattern Points Opportunity (1/2 points)
Shorts and pocket pieces needed

Simplicity 9650 misses jacket, pants and short shorts pattern from 1971.

Size Needed: Size 12.

Pieces needed: Shorts pieces (E and F) and pocket pieces (H, K, L and M).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-s9650-701/2		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Simplicity 9936 Pattern Points Opportunity (3/5 points)
Sleeve piece needed

Simplicity 9936 misses wedding and bridesmaid dress pattern from 1972.

Size Needed: Size 16.

Pieces needed: Sleeve (L).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-s9936-703/5		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Vogue 2805 Pattern Points Opportunity (2/5 points)
Blouse pieces needed

Vogue 2805 misses Oscar de la Renta blouse and camisole pattern from the 1980s.

Size Needed: Size 12.

Pieces needed: Blouse pieces (4 and 5).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-v2805-802/5		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Vogue 7499 Pattern Points Opportunity (3 points)
Skirt piece needed

Vogue 7499 misses pleated skirt dress pattern from 1989.

Size Needed: Size 16.

Pieces needed: Skirt front (10).

Posted 03 Oct 2009
p-v7499-803		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

Vogue 7603 Pattern Points Opportunity (1/5 points)
Pocket piece needed

Vogue 7603 misses evening dress and jacket pattern from the 1980s.

Size Needed: Size 12.

Pieces needed: Pocket piece (8).

Posted 01 Oct 2009
p-v7603-801/5		 How can you help?
Yes! I have one I don't need and will donate it: My pattern is complete (earns higher points shown
My pattern is incomplete, but has the pieces needed (earns lower points shown
After you submit this form, please print out our Packing List and send it along with the pattern. Thank you for helping! My registered email address
 
STATUS: Still open.

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