Simplicity 1158 is a charming vintage sewing pattern for a complete baby bunting set designed for infants sleeping in a carriage or crib. This practical and cozy pattern includes a bunting-style coat and cap, a button-front sleeper, and a beautifully finished blanket, making it possible to create an entire coordinated cold-weather layette from one pattern.
The bunting coat features a comfortable, cocoon-like design that fastens with fabric loops and buttons. The sleeves are finished with snug hand sections to help keep little hands warm. The matching cap has a small attached cape, buttons beneath the chin, and a drawstring for a secure and adjustable fit.
The sleeper buttons down the front, while the back extends over the front for additional warmth and coverage. Its sleeves also feature snug hand sections, making it especially practical for keeping an infant warm while resting.
The blanket is made from two sections and finished with wide satin binding and decorative ribbon bows and tie ends. An appliqué design guide is included, providing an additional decorative option for personalizing the set.
The pattern has a finished length of approximately 26 inches from center back to the lower edge of the coat and sleeper, making it a wonderfully useful vintage pattern for creating a cozy infant wardrobe or recreating classic nursery fashions.
A variety of fabrics can be used depending on the desired weight and season. The pattern includes instructions for lining the coat and sleeve sections, ribbon ties and drawstrings, satin blanket binding, buttons, and decorative appliqué details.
Pattern Includes: Bunting-style infant coat, matching cap with small cape, front-buttoning sleeper, two-piece blanket, appliqué design guide, sewing instructions and construction details, Directions for linings, ribbon ties, binding, buttons, and decorative finishing
Suggested Uses: This pattern is ideal for vintage sewing enthusiasts, baby clothing makers, heirloom sewing, nursery projects, handmade baby shower gifts, vintage pattern collectors, and anyone wanting to recreate classic mid-century infant sleepwear.
Simplicity 1158 is a wonderful example of vintage baby sewing, combining practicality, warmth, and charming details into one coordinated sleeping and carriage set.








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