This may have been the Novemeber Challenge extended to January, I'm not sure..
Make something from a 'current retro pattern' so - behold Simplicity Pattern No. 4044, 1940's suit. I've only managed to run up a pair of pants so far, and they are incredibly comfy!
I had to adjust the darts on the waistband as my waist isn't as narrow as the pattern, but they're a good fit. I was having a good old moan the other day about not being able to find any nice fabric locally. I'd really love to make the short sleeved pant suit for summer and will have to do a thorough fabric search, something with abstract flowers I think ;-)
These pants will be great for jiving in, I just need to make a few cotton shirts that tie at the waist now...