120 FOLKWEAR NAVAJO PULLOVER BLOUSE WOMEN/GIRLS PATTERN 4-20

The jewel-colored velvet blouses of Navajo women and girls date back to the 1870s when machine-woven textiles were first brought to the newly established trading posts. This snugly fitting pullover blouse is typically lined with calico and worn over a voluminously gathered and tiered "broomstick" skirt. The Navajos traditionally embellished many or all of the seams with silver jewelry and coins. Decorated or not, this blouse is a versatile and practical addition to any wardrobe. The Blouse is unlined, with contrasting (usually calico) facings at collar, neck and cuffs. A decorative neck placket at center front closes with snaps; narrow tucks accent the sleeves. View A features a simple square collar and slip-over cuffs, while View B offers a larger, shaped collar with narrow neckband; sleeves are fastened with buttoned cuffs. A decorative placket finished the cuff opening. Included in the historical notes is a diagram for a Navajo tiered "broomstick" Skirt design. Folkwear 120 ethnic pattern brown envelope 1979 lovely lovely ethnic pattern.. uncut nice condition LOVELY CHILDREN SIZE 4 TO 6 AND 8 TO 10.. LADIES 4 TO 12 AND 14 TO 20 COVERED.. USE VELVET, VELVETEEN, VELOUR, LTWT CORD, LT AND MED WT COTTONS ETC.. ETC.. I used the website write up and pictures.. but this one 120 Folkwear only appears to be the Navajo Blouse only and suggested to be worn with a broomstick skirt but for the blouse only.  UNCUT ONES GO FIRST