#707 Yoked Chemise with Embroidery and Short Sleeves.
The pattern is multi-sized 8-26. All sizes require 3-1/8 Yds. of 45" fabric.
Chemises or 'shimmie' were worn throughout the nineteenth century next to the body. The corset was put on over the chemise. Generally, they were calf-length.
The original fabric is a medium weight, high thread count white cotton sheeting.
Past Patterns' patterns for a Petticoat and Drawers #706, a Hoop Skirt #712 and one of the Corsets: #703, #720 or #708, complete the underwear ensemble.
