My Vogue patterns from the early 1950’s fit into a small, single page and can be terse, but they do have illustrations. In the late 60’s (women’s lib time!), you start seeing the introduction of “Learn to Sew” patterns, which were meant to teach you to sew as you made a garment. No previous knowledge necessary!
I love aprons! As a fashion sewing entrepreneur (IndygoJunction.com), aprons have always been a big part of the patterns we offer. As well, as the author of Vintage Notions, aprons appear prominently throughout my book. One of my absolute favorite publications in my collection I discovered during my book research. It’s called “Apron Lore, Practical Suggestions About the Housewife’s Best Friend”. This 1916 piece contains a number of wonderful gems:
The dress pattern designed by Luisa Beccara, now available here on BurdaStyleBeccaria is now sharing one of her designs with all of us and you can get your very own romantic Beccaria look! Her Dress Pattern has her signature features like ruffles and pleating. It has a great A-line silhouette that is super flowy and free. This dress also has a flattering wide waist belt and
Gary…). listened to live entertainment and enjoyed tasty food – including lobster rolls and whoopie pies. and enjoyed an evening of free music at the Discovery Park Stage. This giveaway is only open to US residents. Right when I opened the book, that’s where the relationship ends. after an exciting winter, we break out a deck of cards at the picnic table until our chocolate lab interrupts,L.2 kgs 24M 31-33" 78.
How did you start sewing?I began sewing in high school but didn’t start working with patterns until college after a few bad experiences turned me off from clothes sewing (who knew reading the pattern directions could be so helpful?). My favorite project in my studio so far is probably my Striped Tulip Skirt, not because it is especially intricate or a masterpiece but because it took me multiple attempts to get it right and I’m glad I stuck with the pattern and finally found a fabric that worked for it.
Traditionally, on Father’s Day, we give dad a tie. But what about all those slightly worn, stained, or out of style ties that he no longer uses? Upcycle them! Make yourself a skirt, halter dress, cool neck tie feathers, belt, or gadget case. Better yet, check out this entire list of links on recycling ties into crafty projects. Now you have an excuse to buy dad that tie this year – you can always take it over and make something new from it!
000) Boas & Tiaras Sponsors?($3, Larry Arnn has been my friend for 27 years. It’s so bad.words are everything. It’s like I was thrown back to that little hungry girl that I used to be, but that is a poor excuse for what they are expecting… And today is the day.
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