I was standing over my sewing table contemplating what sewing pattern & fabric I wanted to use for my next project. I has having a…
Tag: 1940’s
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Butterick 5951 in Wool Crepe
I started sewing Butterick 5951 late in the winter of 2016 and before I knew it, the weather turned warm and spring was on the…
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My 1940’s Suit
I've long since wanted a vintage suit in my wardrobe, somehow stars aligned and I felt compelled to finally make one for my very own. This…
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Sewing Without a Plan & The Silk Pajama Set
This past fall & winter, I've been a sewing renegade; I've been sewing without a plan. I generally like to make lists and sew what…
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A Perfect 1940’s Dress
Perfect - as in the perfect design. Not that my dress is perfect... not yet anyways. Recently, I bought Hollywood Pattern 1103. It's everything I…
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Knitting for (Fair Isle) Victory
After (sadly) being too busy to participate in Rochelle's Sew for Victory this past Spring so I had to redeem myself when I discovered that…
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Pattern Freebie: Pair of Fair Isle Mittens
I am totally stoked today to start sharing with you several new knitting patterns that recently came in my possession. Out of the blue, I…
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Pattern Freebie: The Panelled Cardigan
Today's pattern freebie comes from a Bestway publication during the 1940s. Click on the following link to download the pattern as a pdf: Panelled Cardigan Pattern…
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The Aeroplane Blouse
After I purchased some fun Michael Miller quilting cotton for the picnic dress, I quickly realized what fun garments they can become. More on this…
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My Ideal 40’s blouse
I'd blogged plenty about my McCalls 7838 blouse as I was stitching it up, but summer got the best of me and I finally managed…
