The Simplicity Pattern Company is a manufacturer of sewing pattern guides, under the “Simplicity Pattern”, “It’s So Easy” and “New Look” brands.
Where To Buy Simplicity Patterns In South Africa
Sure-Fit Designs South Africa
Address: 20 The Oval St, Symhurst, Germiston, 1401, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4PM
Phone: +27 11 453 3117
Arthur Bales
Address: 62 4th Ave, Linden, Randburg, 2104, South Africa
Areas served: South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5:30PM
Phone: +27 11 888 2401
Cape Town Sewing Centre
Address: 78 Darling St, Zonnebloem, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 21 465 2111
Simplicity Online
Address: Corner Ysterhout & Rabie, Boskruin, Randburg, Johannesburg, 2188, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 11 029 8855.
Is Simplicity patterns still in business?
In 1998, the company was acquired by Conso International Corp. Conso subsequently changed its name to Simplicity Creative Group, Inc. Simplicity Creative Group was acquired by Wilton Brands, Inc. in 2013, and sold in November 2017 to CSS Industries.
Are Simplicity patterns true to size?
Do NOT buy the size you buy at retail. Patterns are based on standardised body measurements that have been consistent from the first Simplicity patterns ever made to the present day. The sizes used for patterns are still the same, unlike retail sizing, which has changed over time.
What cup size are New Look patterns?
Along the same line, the volume of a 40DD cup will be considerably larger than a 32DD cup.
Cup size reference chart.
| Pattern Company | Cup Size(s) | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| New Look | B | |
| Ottobre Woman | B/C | |
| Paprika | B (sizes 1-7) C (sizes 6-10) | |
| Petite Plus | D | Petite Plus are drafted for curvier women 5’4″ and under |
What cup size are Tilly and the buttons patterns?
Tilly and the Buttons – Their range spans 6 – 34 with sizes 6-24 in a B cup and sizes 16 – 34 in a D cup