Original 1972 Simplicity Pattern No. 9994 - Toddlers' Playsuit, Pinafore and Bonnet

Original 1972 Simplicity Pattern No. 9994 for a toddler's summer set: a bubble playsuit with button-on suspenders, a lined pinafore with patch pockets, and a sweet sun bonnet with ribbon ties. Trimmed with embroidered eyelet, it's made for sunny days at the beach or in the backyard. Factory Folded and Unused.

Quick Facts

• Pattern Number: Simplicity No. 9994
• Year: 1972
• Garment: Toddlers' Playsuit, Pinafore and Bonnet
• Size: 1 Toddler (20" Breast, 19½" Waist)
• Condition: Factory Folded

Design

Simplicity 9994 is a complete toddler outfit in three pieces. The playsuit has elastic casings at the back waistline and leg edges for a round, bubble shape, and its front buttons to suspenders that cross at the back. The lined pinafore has a square neckline, patch pockets, and a back button closing; in View 2 it opens into a split back that flutters over the playsuit. The bonnet's crown is gathered to a brim, with elastic at the back and ribbon ties. View 1 adds embroidered eyelet at the playsuit neckline and pinafore pockets; View 2 puts eyelet ruffles across the playsuit back and the pinafore's lower edge. Nine pieces.

A Moment in Fashion History

In the early 1970s, toddler summer clothes mixed old-fashioned sweetness with bold modern prints. Sun bonnets and eyelet ruffles recalled earlier generations, while bright gingham and whimsical novelty fabrics, like the rooster print on this envelope, gave them a cheerful '70s look. Mix-and-match sets like this one let a mother sew a whole summer wardrobe from one pattern.

Illustration

The cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to highlight the original fashion artwork while preserving the character and artistry of this historic Simplicity pattern envelope.

Connections

With its bonnet and ruffled bubble playsuit, this 1972 sunsuit is made for the beach, and it's the perfect start for a Coppertone Girl costume; just add a toy puppy tagging along behind. Explore our ongoing exhibit of the sewing life around having a baby, Nursery Notions, and our limited-time exhibit of masquerades, pageants and make-believe, Costumes for All Ages from All Eras, before it closes.