McCall 1469: 1940s Misses Full Coverage Apron Fits All Vintage Sewing Pattern
Original circa 1949 McCall Pattern No. 1469 - Misses' Apron
Original circa 1949 McCall Printed Pattern No. 1469, a full bib apron with a gathered skirt and patch pocket, offered in two embroidered views - a garland of green ivy leaves, or a single white rose with buds and leaves. This package includes the rose embroidery transfer for View B. Uncut, not Factory Folded.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: McCall No. 1469
- Year: Circa 1949
- Garment: Misses' Apron
- Size: One Size (Suitable 12 to 18)
- Condition: Uncut, Not Factory Folded
- Transfer: Uncut
Design
Pattern 1469 is a full bib apron with a shaped bib front, gathered skirt, and a single patch pocket, tied at the waist with a wide sash. View A trims the neckline with a garland of embroidered green ivy leaves; View B instead centers a single embroidered white rose with bud and leaves on the bib front. Seven pattern pieces plus one transfer, cut in one size suitable for a range from 12 to 18.
A Moment in Fashion History
Floral and botanical embroidery motifs were a hallmark of late-1940s apron design, turning a simple kitchen cover-up into a showcase for needlework skill. McCall's Pattern 1469 offers a clear choice between a leafy garland and a single statement rose, letting the home sewer pick the look that best suited her own kitchen or gift-giving occasion.
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 McCall pattern envelope.
Connections
While I love everything about McCall, it must be said, "McCall Makes the Cutest Aprons!"
