The Vintage Traveler: new home for a great blog!

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifVxJZ7TgrTRe0PPWvOUxug9nYRaML6W4XpnKK4WpuaXBZBVcIlb5XJvco9uxPBhtR2MoC_n3-zzSGvtSyJhea1eZ6hhKDlg2lkQ69x-313YGGfx93_tDfqWXKtmGvp0qfCtXhvIeJEgwF/s1600/vintage+traveler.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5557441568354129218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifVxJZ7TgrTRe0PPWvOUxug9nYRaML6W4XpnKK4WpuaXBZBVcIlb5XJvco9uxPBhtR2MoC_n3-zzSGvtSyJhea1eZ6hhKDlg2lkQ69x-313YGGfx93_tDfqWXKtmGvp0qfCtXhvIeJEgwF/s400/vintage+traveler.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 120px; height: 400px;" /></a>Lizzie Bramlett, the author of the fun vintage and travel blog: <a href="http://thevintagetraveler.wordpress.com/"><span style="font-weight:bold;">The Vintage Traveler</span></a>, has packed up and moved her blog to a new address. You'll want to make a note of that so you don't miss her newest post, she's having a giveway!<br /><br /><a href="http://thevintagetraveler.wordpress.com/"><span style="font-weight:bold;">http://thevintagetraveler.wordpress.com/</span></a>

The Vintage Traveler: new home for a great blog!

Lizzie Bramlett, the author of the fun vintage and travel blog: The Vintage Traveler , has packed up and moved her blog to a new address. Y...

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Lilli Ann: 1950's Swing Coat

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO-hcJn3shWtCccfSNMSUUouQ7TGFmo7URBYPqkxQPkSqjwp4686E0-GgymPTeEvIr9tTDrLfWUhwJiSVQcJr-UQGdHYWmeGmBZqRl9DSwdTXQFz08Zs-1hiu66zXAqyRFvZ_W7ORwmpe4/s1600/Slide1.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550040121598229090" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO-hcJn3shWtCccfSNMSUUouQ7TGFmo7URBYPqkxQPkSqjwp4686E0-GgymPTeEvIr9tTDrLfWUhwJiSVQcJr-UQGdHYWmeGmBZqRl9DSwdTXQFz08Zs-1hiu66zXAqyRFvZ_W7ORwmpe4/s400/Slide1.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 530px;" /></a>In vintage fashion, a Lilli Ann label brings to mind the San Francisco design house that specialized in drama and fashion flash. It is noted for wonderful wool coats and suits produced following WWII. Although the company history spans several decades, the late 1940's through mid-1960's era are probably the most popular eras for Lilli Ann collectors. I wanted to share one of my Lilli Ann study garments with you. It dates from the early to mid-1950's.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzeHpM1pYy0Y_aink-BKSfLoIw3ClazKRHJamNlS0NJB7paW464K5OqkQTE9Aj2P3g3_zYc0BYUaCdYuD6egMgO6O0RZGC9rML467fC4LtetAGfW4xUrDZ_dQmOXr6NnygCUr-HQIHuOEP/s1600/Lilli+Ann+coat.2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550042001200217874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzeHpM1pYy0Y_aink-BKSfLoIw3ClazKRHJamNlS0NJB7paW464K5OqkQTE9Aj2P3g3_zYc0BYUaCdYuD6egMgO6O0RZGC9rML467fC4LtetAGfW4xUrDZ_dQmOXr6NnygCUr-HQIHuOEP/s400/Lilli+Ann+coat.2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 530px; height: 400px;" /></a>Probably the first thing you will notice is the sheer weight of this black wool coat. It is really heavy, in part due to the thick, lush fur blend wool that was produced in post war France for Lilli Ann. The shiny fur guard hairs produce a glimmer that is unmistakable. The silhouette for this coat is a wide 'swing' or 'A Line' cut. Its wide hem is very full, enhanced by pleats in front that fall from the neckline. <br /><br />Appliqued on the wool are black velvet stripes that widen towards the hem. These chevron down the center back seam line, creating a pointed optical illusion at the hem. The stripes are wound around the coat, starting in the upper front and ending in a chevron point at back.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrAGlmdNP-8FwEOTiPQQrvED9DY1SxuESpr7_SdUlLDg894QNZY9F7FC_k41gdUV_ziJqrPN8v6KNdzskaEeLggK2vxn7ERmjRqzJp4OREipsj91rX76jzgRTFM-1FLmzb-lWqnof-yIZA/s1600/Lilli+Ann+coat.3.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550041835670359202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrAGlmdNP-8FwEOTiPQQrvED9DY1SxuESpr7_SdUlLDg894QNZY9F7FC_k41gdUV_ziJqrPN8v6KNdzskaEeLggK2vxn7ERmjRqzJp4OREipsj91rX76jzgRTFM-1FLmzb-lWqnof-yIZA/s400/Lilli+Ann+coat.3.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 530px; height: 400px;" /></a>To compliment this 'A line' shape, the sleeves have width at the elbow and gather into narrow wrists. These are accented by deep turned back cuffs. An equally wide pilgrim collar can button to the chest.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8wl7ebR8TEVvcMWEpPxy-6Ip5CAcqAst94q5tGoS7WW05EzTAz6xWyHRGqspdI0BhUBZGt8ktePUCM7r1dXlVP6St8QnIum6VPhkjOx1_YKC424_HYkuE96WD5HJnP-uHtmAdFqYDxPGg/s1600/Slide12.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550039159587286642" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8wl7ebR8TEVvcMWEpPxy-6Ip5CAcqAst94q5tGoS7WW05EzTAz6xWyHRGqspdI0BhUBZGt8ktePUCM7r1dXlVP6St8QnIum6VPhkjOx1_YKC424_HYkuE96WD5HJnP-uHtmAdFqYDxPGg/s400/Slide12.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 530px;" /></a>When looking to date this coat, I found several Lilli Ann coats of the same textile. Often these have a 'fit and flare' princess seamed silhouette. These two types of coats seem to form the main silhouette selection at Lilli Ann during the early 1950's. Wide collars were popular, and are almost always part of the look. This picture group shows a Lilli Ann coat and others typical of the era.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbtmJscKblRZBLakPo8QYNt8OmDoyEwcF8AEQhv9yW46IpIAL3cr9JptIsFIyusVs4DZjUPddYKV7MRsbmKdp6xYcYUAfsA28ykB-eZoT3A5-mvHSOFyWD0D5kRWINU34ENOtBoP28TxM-/s1600/Lilli+Ann+coat.1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550042167830602466" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbtmJscKblRZBLakPo8QYNt8OmDoyEwcF8AEQhv9yW46IpIAL3cr9JptIsFIyusVs4DZjUPddYKV7MRsbmKdp6xYcYUAfsA28ykB-eZoT3A5-mvHSOFyWD0D5kRWINU34ENOtBoP28TxM-/s400/Lilli+Ann+coat.1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 530px; height: 400px;" /></a>The drafts of this coat are drawn to scale and show the coat in detail with its very wide skirt. The front pleats are also apparent in the draft, along with the placement of the velvet appliques. <br /><br />I hope this great coat can be an inspiration to you. Many elements are very easily reproduced. Especially trying the chevron applique could make a 'ho hum' coat simply fabulous!<br />And if you collect vintage, keep your eye out. You never know where a Lilli Ann coat will be hiding!<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">More articles on <span style="font-weight:bold;">Lilli Ann</span>:</span><br /><br /><a href="http://pintuckstyle.blogspot.com/2009/07/lilli-ann-suits-from-1940s-early-years.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">1940's suits</span></a><br /><br /><a href="http://pintuckstyle.blogspot.com/2009/09/lilli-ann-vintage-suits-from-1950s.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">1950's and 60's suits</span></a><br /><br /><a href="http://pintuckstyle.blogspot.com/2010/03/lilli-ann-1950s-jackets-that-inspire.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">1950's Jackets</span></a><br /><br /><a href="http://pintuckstyle.blogspot.com/2010/05/lilli-ann-into-1980s.html"><span style="font-weight:bold;">1980's Jacket</span></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="none" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Lilli Ann: 1950's Swing Coat

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HOLIDAY ONE DAY SALE

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiegjw-Re_bZG44IQqOVLiF4RXiSxWzctcHHlSgfgzdJHUIkSYTAW7xJof9MDue7bDyhcadxQoKxiYsiHREH83VU-83K2iSbngRo0KvZaFukVUoFgCJbpIBTNstxk9X8JI8mpromY_PVsWw/s1600/IMG_3037.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546665079496413074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiegjw-Re_bZG44IQqOVLiF4RXiSxWzctcHHlSgfgzdJHUIkSYTAW7xJof9MDue7bDyhcadxQoKxiYsiHREH83VU-83K2iSbngRo0KvZaFukVUoFgCJbpIBTNstxk9X8JI8mpromY_PVsWw/s400/IMG_3037.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 219px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">24 HOUR SALE<br />SATURDAY, DEC. 4 ONLY<br />20% off ALL items<br />in our Etsy shops:<br /> <br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/pintuckstyle"><span style="font-style:italic;">PintuckStyle</span></a><br />and<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/pintucksew"><span style="font-style:italic;">PintuckSew</span></span><br /></a>

HOLIDAY ONE DAY SALE

24 HOUR SALE SATURDAY, DEC. 4 ONLY 20% off ALL items in our Etsy shops: PintuckStyle and PintuckSew

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Mad Men Era: Green Silk Cocktail Coat

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79Djyo8zbV-buJoY2KHZk6q94ueOXUmhvVW-hDd_EV1mpzSaOokLRTJszzyYlQFznJoOeW5MUuLA7LrXnzcXnGunBbwDi0gEfxoPcQqS9h5TLA53_uLTLb44vkiUQSnNdmLuc1w4xDaKq/s1600/IMG_2997.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539203966164435010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79Djyo8zbV-buJoY2KHZk6q94ueOXUmhvVW-hDd_EV1mpzSaOokLRTJszzyYlQFznJoOeW5MUuLA7LrXnzcXnGunBbwDi0gEfxoPcQqS9h5TLA53_uLTLb44vkiUQSnNdmLuc1w4xDaKq/s400/IMG_2997.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 268px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim9q9K5abdnM6UD2nikpCjJ3ArQa86ZdkkH_aDqQT0QeM9q2u9XwT7ur1Te1lJLZulE1q1dHkZ9O_jqgOp6PO6AVJj9pVZorRAm4OBX9CroH40S8IWjZwS1sJbwTb-PD0Fyyd4-OftU7-e/s1600/IMG_2996.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539203691771650818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim9q9K5abdnM6UD2nikpCjJ3ArQa86ZdkkH_aDqQT0QeM9q2u9XwT7ur1Te1lJLZulE1q1dHkZ9O_jqgOp6PO6AVJj9pVZorRAm4OBX9CroH40S8IWjZwS1sJbwTb-PD0Fyyd4-OftU7-e/s400/IMG_2996.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidakq4Yr_lq3zMnx9qv9wJB7modeDe9bB2ke_y7AwJSICnRjyxX0smEEQfiAHX1HTqN3xOtMpB16kffp-3-K4sHxoAriegzzJSb6QwmHhIsG4i35LcNCQ7htTJrlaBl09BU3hwMe9q_Qy1/s1600/IMG_2998.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539203504575397602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidakq4Yr_lq3zMnx9qv9wJB7modeDe9bB2ke_y7AwJSICnRjyxX0smEEQfiAHX1HTqN3xOtMpB16kffp-3-K4sHxoAriegzzJSb6QwmHhIsG4i35LcNCQ7htTJrlaBl09BU3hwMe9q_Qy1/s400/IMG_2998.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 217px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br />Vintage fashion from the late 1950's or early 1960's can be created in silhouettes that stop traffic. Mad Men style, it's something to wear this winter.<br /><br />Sometimes something perfect comes along, and this emerald green cocktail coat from Sak's Fifth Avenue is one of those moments in fashion history. Sculptural and refined, it's waiting for an evening on the town or keeping off the sea breeze when you admire the view of Hollywood from a hillside terrace.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60910886/50s-emerald-green-mad-men-era-vintage"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Green Silk Satin Cocktail Coat: Sak's Fifth Avenue</span></a>

Mad Men Era: Green Silk Cocktail Coat

Vintage fashion from the late 1950's or early 1960's can be created in silhouettes that stop traffic. Mad Men style, it's somet...

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1960's MOD Fashions to Wear or Sew

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSJsAxCWU3xxTfEm9FCaimqBekaQkKvR1sql1hJag8lb37wB1kRtwEG7az65bxnVifsf6Xm7-WoKkN9VOLp-arWX3S8u3V_R6IrD3qUtADNq6Bx2lcgwIASLbUd8DpNtwSox_aSfVho52/s1600/Slide1.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531307771170899394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSJsAxCWU3xxTfEm9FCaimqBekaQkKvR1sql1hJag8lb37wB1kRtwEG7az65bxnVifsf6Xm7-WoKkN9VOLp-arWX3S8u3V_R6IrD3qUtADNq6Bx2lcgwIASLbUd8DpNtwSox_aSfVho52/s400/Slide1.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a>Sewing dresses can be fun and easier than you think. 1960's fashions have such cute styles that seem very wearable right now. Yes, that center style has a divided skirt! I could see sewing up a few for spring, or even some in heavier fabrics for winter. How cute would these be with leggings and boots?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSUKQPdSxd8n-TIqBacTxDrh3qbQWqY51wrQuFAMt8iHWTp0puNCVTSzHlHrBc8irU8kva4_gFRvwnsBvG-1xoERrzgORN2MFKsfW5U6A42DUIJdVwdIIzIjjIA-KZzwse7ZmtVRsNWu9S/s1600/Slide2.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531307628566255954" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSUKQPdSxd8n-TIqBacTxDrh3qbQWqY51wrQuFAMt8iHWTp0puNCVTSzHlHrBc8irU8kva4_gFRvwnsBvG-1xoERrzgORN2MFKsfW5U6A42DUIJdVwdIIzIjjIA-KZzwse7ZmtVRsNWu9S/s400/Slide2.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a>These dresses are all from vintage BUTTERICK patterns of that era. With so many cool vintage patterns <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_query=1960s+butterick+dress&search_type=vintage">selling on Etsy</a> and other sites online, I think it wouldn't be too hard to look them up for yourself. I find these older patterns have excellent pattern instructions that are easy to work from.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiKoG9Tft1_ZP_5XBCuczMvuYwJvP1_JKYFG2xlZjwqQxHBeS6vKBL_oeRE2qzLcGiVB65vevZOhzM1H8lRWUn_EB9lfWgSutzfZsnQSGluIaxBPRk8pkZ-qn0DpkwNGtv1bNZ0pYS9rVs/s1600/Slide3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531307480550551026" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiKoG9Tft1_ZP_5XBCuczMvuYwJvP1_JKYFG2xlZjwqQxHBeS6vKBL_oeRE2qzLcGiVB65vevZOhzM1H8lRWUn_EB9lfWgSutzfZsnQSGluIaxBPRk8pkZ-qn0DpkwNGtv1bNZ0pYS9rVs/s400/Slide3.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a>Here are the back views with pattern numbers, so you can get a good idea about the styles. <br />Would you use a 60's pattern to sew a dress like the ones here?<br /><br /><br />If you collect or wear vintage, this group of styles dates from Spring, 1967. Using patterns can be a great way to help with dating vintage garments too.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="none" data-via="Pintuckstyle">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

1960's MOD Fashions to Wear or Sew

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Sewing Vintage Styles: Vogue Vintage Patterns, 8686 & 8687

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGFXWcumvrRQ3VoPNn8Ve10wJIkCwTfkNYglQd_MZO5tM6Ixk7gePQRnfjiUMYTEqKFmOtX4Sfy7w2RqKv19OpYk-XFEy9V-_Zkfcx4xSOAAzBKLxia5iAhtMMkZBY8-nJ96XH-4rMZobJ/s1600/Slide9.JPG"><img alt="Vogue 8687" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520900886772614994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGFXWcumvrRQ3VoPNn8Ve10wJIkCwTfkNYglQd_MZO5tM6Ixk7gePQRnfjiUMYTEqKFmOtX4Sfy7w2RqKv19OpYk-XFEy9V-_Zkfcx4xSOAAzBKLxia5iAhtMMkZBY8-nJ96XH-4rMZobJ/s400/Slide9.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnD5XpjiEObDigqT7OSzPj5Zxbaf2PhwPiqikrGBLFUSMp6xdTCl4NtIhDQIdzVmIIBZhHuMzGq-9viTLcAVQlSH2wYmhpJ8UQamdJ_nluug-uj4GV376MXQhgMQ-rc1SbRyGMX2Uqot_j/s1600/Slide10.JPG"><img alt="Vogue 8687" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520900799299363042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnD5XpjiEObDigqT7OSzPj5Zxbaf2PhwPiqikrGBLFUSMp6xdTCl4NtIhDQIdzVmIIBZhHuMzGq-9viTLcAVQlSH2wYmhpJ8UQamdJ_nluug-uj4GV376MXQhgMQ-rc1SbRyGMX2Uqot_j/s400/Slide10.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 316px;" /></a><br /><br />Vintage style sewing patterns Vogue 8686 and Vogue 8687 offer a great way to get a retro look with a more modern fit. Fall is a good time to start a sewing project and these two patterns would sew up well in light weight wools or wool blends. <br /><br />The <a href="http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8687-products-13211.php?page_id=857&search_control=display&list=search"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Vogue 8687</span></a> ensemble above has a 1950's coat style that would be easy to sew. It could be made to be worn alone. This coat would be perfect in many weights of fabric, from brocade for evening to gabardine, plaid or canvas for outer wear. The body of the coat is cut in one with the sleeves, so it is a great project for the sewist who might be afraid of a difficult and complicated coat pattern.<br /><br />The sleeveless sheath included in this pattern could also be worn alone. 1950's styles are often seen in silk florals, brocades, solid crepes or linens (great for spring and summer). For a more modern twist why not try a light wool men's wear gabardine.<br /><br />Of course, you can go with the suggested ensemble and create the set. I have in my collection a gorgeous dress and coat set in black wool crepe lined in silk with a black and white abstract design. This pattern is a super way to showcase a dramatic silk print. Another alternative is to make the sheath bodice in the same silk to match. As a lining, the print will come as a suprise when you take off the coat with a flourish!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_zgCtDL9fEs7U7EGzxB-io547zbM4iJ_Cm94GdrqomiKNulxWHCxN3nqJpM0hrYylOdyqTkkgfg5Ata1Rb24d6gt2ex3EYahePhJOEodvSl_wSN33v3AxBOhsggXvmNvCTtppjviSI2v/s1600/Slide7.JPG"><img alt="Vogue 8686" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520900718350701490" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl_zgCtDL9fEs7U7EGzxB-io547zbM4iJ_Cm94GdrqomiKNulxWHCxN3nqJpM0hrYylOdyqTkkgfg5Ata1Rb24d6gt2ex3EYahePhJOEodvSl_wSN33v3AxBOhsggXvmNvCTtppjviSI2v/s400/Slide7.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR5BXlDrz9-3ZH8dgmTwA2plPoBWFMx0kB8Wg7DSC_N5cRlgGas04hW8xcnoUN1BUeSrJoYPgQHIZ1sz_r44DjelOtq0lexeLGE1QnVTwfKqH6iwTLo86GkSHSdfQJp9ZgRbkNUNRRNXc4/s1600/Slide8.JPG"><img alt="Vogue 8686" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520900629051430514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR5BXlDrz9-3ZH8dgmTwA2plPoBWFMx0kB8Wg7DSC_N5cRlgGas04hW8xcnoUN1BUeSrJoYPgQHIZ1sz_r44DjelOtq0lexeLGE1QnVTwfKqH6iwTLo86GkSHSdfQJp9ZgRbkNUNRRNXc4/s400/Slide8.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 486px;" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8686-products-13210.php?page_id=850"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Vogue 8686</span></a> has a mid-1930's style with a slender skirt and wider upper body typical of the period. When looking for the right fabric, try to find one with enough drape to reveal the body. If the fabric has too much shape, this dress could look bulky and stiff. I think that a wool crepe would be nice and have the right vintage look. <br /> <br />The bodice pattern has small bust gathers at the waistline, typical of the early to mid-1930's. It may not have enough shape for a larger bustline. Sizes bigger than a B cup may want to make a muslin fit sample and add shape to the midriff with a waistline bust dart to decrease the bodice fullness. <br /><br />This dress would be a knock-out, especially of you can find a great bakelite buckle to go with it!<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="none" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Sewing Vintage Styles: Vogue Vintage Patterns, 8686 & 8687

Vintage style sewing patterns Vogue 8686 and Vogue 8687 offer a great way to get a retro look with a more modern fit. Fall is a good time t...

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Homage to the Pumpkin: Fall colors once more

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrkfU3Rlg0ozYqWHyGX7bX40FaXAqE5fiworh5ghlkLMcsqHeLjdCW6v0Cf0yGgq-17ATqqOF49F617hiQSSvdgCUfjyRFgFxLAuxmD4XLrAKX8tTvpHWRHb13y4XfsFgUo6MuQKxd45H/s1600/pumpkin+treasury.jpg"><img alt="fall colors" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519380807265380322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrkfU3Rlg0ozYqWHyGX7bX40FaXAqE5fiworh5ghlkLMcsqHeLjdCW6v0Cf0yGgq-17ATqqOF49F617hiQSSvdgCUfjyRFgFxLAuxmD4XLrAKX8tTvpHWRHb13y4XfsFgUo6MuQKxd45H/s400/pumpkin+treasury.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a>This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c953f519f986d91a3cf4954/homage-to-the-pumpkin-who-is-king">color treasury on Etsy</a> was compiled by Karen at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HighDesertRose"><span style="font-weight:bold;">High Desert Rose</span></a>. It's that time of year again, when the dusty colors of fall seem perfect. I love these shades of orange, from bright to rusty. Our 60's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/55008499/50s-dress-suit-tweedy-vintage-fall"><span style="font-weight:bold;">Mad Men era dress suit</span></a> got to join the selection, and it's the perfect autumn ensemble. After looking at this great treasury, I think a spicy pumpkin pie is in the making soon.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU9fAAajn_1aqBdgmyo2in5VA8uRaevKf73pcSZYomhotgSWYzMv7YPEW6zb1uXjF1sjQ1X433dxE5NhhlDJp9GtjxfFUprUv2YJCgN0c1HlsEbwclrgo0pGYDtff4gJ-ChNsCZZ7DbxQN/s1600/P1150185.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519385401561936386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU9fAAajn_1aqBdgmyo2in5VA8uRaevKf73pcSZYomhotgSWYzMv7YPEW6zb1uXjF1sjQ1X433dxE5NhhlDJp9GtjxfFUprUv2YJCgN0c1HlsEbwclrgo0pGYDtff4gJ-ChNsCZZ7DbxQN/s400/P1150185.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 800px;" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/55008499/50s-dress-suit-tweedy-vintage-fall"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pumpkin Orange Tweed Dress with Matching Jacket</span></a>

Homage to the Pumpkin: Fall colors once more

This color treasury on Etsy was compiled by Karen at High Desert Rose . It's that time of year again, when the dusty colors of fall se...

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Opal Essence

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycypIJ8L7QQyZriWz2jeneq_gLCOdTFneTqw0HQDKRC4PWBF6ZLejJtRAUD9s13EeD5kPnzlASeZewWDTb7ha-neAuoGBEs-WKOLQdQFeI1E7wQJd1pHLxTUyV6JY4gpz4tjjVcQQoR8h/s1600/opalescent+treasury.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515110027929017330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycypIJ8L7QQyZriWz2jeneq_gLCOdTFneTqw0HQDKRC4PWBF6ZLejJtRAUD9s13EeD5kPnzlASeZewWDTb7ha-neAuoGBEs-WKOLQdQFeI1E7wQJd1pHLxTUyV6JY4gpz4tjjVcQQoR8h/s400/opalescent+treasury.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 450px;" /></a><br />I wanted to share this color fest treasury called <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c8928b8f5ba8eef4bfff777/opal-essence-love-for-lorraine-of">"Opal Essence"</a> posted on Etsy by Nancy of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/localcolorist">LocalColorist</a>. She featured our cool <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/29922720/sale80s-does-1940s-joan-crawford-style?ref=tre-4c8928b8f5ba8eef4bfff777-11">1940's style opalescent purple dress</a>, it's a knock-out! Don't you love all the glowing soft purples she found and brought together here?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglvdGuA2uiPu-JL-Za098K39j7yGiIr-P-zlukCIGV0d0VDzj6wTvvtwRD-a-zF-P0aEnedy1KrU0HI2r9fTw0e0XMJRc9OxvvNU6_NvIhRPsipds5lZwhQpDuOm_2VqPgS3BZZ3hOfvBP/s1600/Slide3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515110967169227010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglvdGuA2uiPu-JL-Za098K39j7yGiIr-P-zlukCIGV0d0VDzj6wTvvtwRD-a-zF-P0aEnedy1KrU0HI2r9fTw0e0XMJRc9OxvvNU6_NvIhRPsipds5lZwhQpDuOm_2VqPgS3BZZ3hOfvBP/s400/Slide3.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 399px;" /></a><br /><br />thanks Nancy!<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Opal Essence

I wanted to share this color fest treasury called "Opal Essence" posted on Etsy by Nancy of LocalColorist . She featured our coo...

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Plaids on the Horizon for Fall

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjgpSHXlQ-xVPQE1w4w2hKoxVCcKEHCIXyp8srR4GXhd2JSZGA-o3d8cw3fbLF7NW9Pd2cTsmssu5VrcOmonsnoXN0EtAUjc2w9evWTPey5Hy_65CMFHxXV4u7sQSW8CgM2l9nrO68g_5c/s1600/P2020151.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514539653723831554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjgpSHXlQ-xVPQE1w4w2hKoxVCcKEHCIXyp8srR4GXhd2JSZGA-o3d8cw3fbLF7NW9Pd2cTsmssu5VrcOmonsnoXN0EtAUjc2w9evWTPey5Hy_65CMFHxXV4u7sQSW8CgM2l9nrO68g_5c/s320/P2020151.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0px 0px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 170px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRU-sulIlTAvb5qSRbk1n5AQenLVONHTIl0i5ihXMJhxH7f_RYBI6ThGJw9sBMoVzBs_V5GhmAtUwluLYKPyf__kRbn8a8xStfFbGrF2zEqrlQO9wmhNkEckCaWjN7mgoZrjK70nT8nlV/s1600/P2020215.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514545817988422610" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRU-sulIlTAvb5qSRbk1n5AQenLVONHTIl0i5ihXMJhxH7f_RYBI6ThGJw9sBMoVzBs_V5GhmAtUwluLYKPyf__kRbn8a8xStfFbGrF2zEqrlQO9wmhNkEckCaWjN7mgoZrjK70nT8nlV/s320/P2020215.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0px auto 0px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 160px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdNke2Dov4dujweeaaulY-WLXDQ5vp-QeYIcJDv5qSpqapN1aqcVUPvNnwaOFFvWgpSqCtKlHtdtMW-qRADO-I3jBonW_46bNICTj2oEQtgEo2kx3iVWZDJRPmj4DvHWCOSokYJYrf260r/s1600/P2020199.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514540182568984690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdNke2Dov4dujweeaaulY-WLXDQ5vp-QeYIcJDv5qSpqapN1aqcVUPvNnwaOFFvWgpSqCtKlHtdtMW-qRADO-I3jBonW_46bNICTj2oEQtgEo2kx3iVWZDJRPmj4DvHWCOSokYJYrf260r/s320/P2020199.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0 px 0px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 174px; height: 320px;" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizkHZvEpzGaKTPQlNURpuiK4fDSGhWunEGbyEk9uzWIhf5d3_KffAEkijAl7uhGy3hEgKNy_HGZY1VMtQc9u7JP_rb48jYXcXWKxW5AdSsMCsYNFvgmQKLNVd7U8d5YbuyB2OqL_XCnuC5/s1600/P9270024.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514541705815911506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizkHZvEpzGaKTPQlNURpuiK4fDSGhWunEGbyEk9uzWIhf5d3_KffAEkijAl7uhGy3hEgKNy_HGZY1VMtQc9u7JP_rb48jYXcXWKxW5AdSsMCsYNFvgmQKLNVd7U8d5YbuyB2OqL_XCnuC5/s400/P9270024.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0 0px 0px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a>There's something about fall that brings out a whole new perspective in fashion. Plaid looks great right now. It's on the runways, and ready to wear. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46494460/80s-red-plaid-tartan-vintage-kilt?ref=v1_other_1">Vintage tartan skirts</a> make their annual appearance, many with great, classic looks. The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46493115/80s-red-tartan-vintage-plaid-shorts-todd?ref=v1_other_1">plaid short is vintage Todd Oldham</a> and a cute version we would love to see with boots. Having a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/33271856/boyfriend-tartan-vintage-1980s-red-plaid">tartan boyfriend jacket</a> is an great way to show off plaid without breaking the bank. And finally, keep you eyes out for a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46491836/70s-red-tartan-suit-vintage-plaid">Pendleton tartan plaid suit</a>. It's hard to imagine that Pendleton no longer makes these well loved suits, where you get the bonus of a cute jacket or skirt to wear alone, or together if you're feeling very preppy. If you find one, get it, they will be hard to find soon! <br />So, what plaids are you looking for this year?<br /><br />Find these vintage plaids at PintuckStyle on Etsy:<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46491836/70s-red-tartan-suit-vintage-plaid"><br />Pendleton suit</a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46493115/80s-red-tartan-vintage-plaid-shorts-todd?ref=v1_other_1">Todd Oldham Short</a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/33271856/boyfriend-tartan-vintage-1980s-red-plaid">Boyfriend Jacket</a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46494460/80s-red-plaid-tartan-vintage-kilt">Red plaid kilt</a><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Plaids on the Horizon for Fall

There's something about fall that brings out a whole new perspective in fashion. Plaid looks great right now. It's on the runways,...

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Innocent Crush: new textile group by Anna Maria Horner

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOdX6qTeK7AWlrqfjoTkZ60IlKR0JNytJfO0HCZBT5oWPtKiuggZGkLCuuNdkB-mnppoSFe19ure7UnsbWlx1DbystpnURVB4nyB50OLxv8lRXdMFHZ-PTFKIcMxQX2SunbtL4zwdPiACi/s1600/anna.marie.horner.fall.2010.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514213232078769586" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOdX6qTeK7AWlrqfjoTkZ60IlKR0JNytJfO0HCZBT5oWPtKiuggZGkLCuuNdkB-mnppoSFe19ure7UnsbWlx1DbystpnURVB4nyB50OLxv8lRXdMFHZ-PTFKIcMxQX2SunbtL4zwdPiACi/s400/anna.marie.horner.fall.2010.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 261px; height: 400px;" /></a>Anna Maria Horner has a new and gorgeous set of fabrics out this fall called <a href="http://annamariahorner.blogspot.com/2010/08/introducing-innocent-crush.html">Innocent Crush</a>. The colors and patterns are amazing, with a textile selection that runs from quilter's cottons, to voile and cotton velveteen. Seeing them will renew your interest in textile prints, if you have gotten bored lately with too much toile! Now, what to make?<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Innocent Crush: new textile group by Anna Maria Horner

Anna Maria Horner has a new and gorgeous set of fabrics out this fall called Innocent Crush . The colors and patterns are amazing, with a t...

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SEWING VINTAGE: 'S' Curve Darts & Flat Lining as Facing

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXiXAjmDVUnC94Brc6iG5YQMg8mSMbJ3Qd7md00RkELWgvG1NhX_m00KFo3tGbtxQJ0N-MTw71CnGMEO58Bvfu16YskaEHgDuQfU4oT2r2cLl9-zJU_8KeCnBue-VBleuUHzzUNBM0G7wO/s1600/Slide1.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512332624337422274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXiXAjmDVUnC94Brc6iG5YQMg8mSMbJ3Qd7md00RkELWgvG1NhX_m00KFo3tGbtxQJ0N-MTw71CnGMEO58Bvfu16YskaEHgDuQfU4oT2r2cLl9-zJU_8KeCnBue-VBleuUHzzUNBM0G7wO/s400/Slide1.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 380px;" /></a><br />Sewing vintage patterns from the 1940's, 1950's and early 1960's is fun, but getting the right look often requires sewing methods we don't see today. Learning how to sew the styles you like will make it easier to get the look you want. One method is flat lining, and here I want to show a fast and easy way to sew. Our modern fusible interfacings have made traditional flat lining unnecessary. It can have advantages though, and I thought I would share those with you.<br /><br />Another out dated construction technique is the "S" shaped dart. A straight dart creates at flat curve. In some cases, that is what we want. However, if you are trying to get an hour glass fit to your bodice, than you might want to consider an "S" shaped dart. Glove fitting dresses like those produced by Lanz in the 1950's reveal this dart shape: it hugs the rib cage and curves around the bustline for a smooth body fit.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZJn62eW0uiE3A5Ub27Pk0i7T5HT7FGlOKHwBAZXDWnTYyNAOIMMUaUXxscqAa2aPeoewXnPCAlw8owzhT4veQyDjULzT_cdv-Icn5EL6poUziu0I1jtD6NfeiyKIaWByoneO6sfu9iIWK/s1600/Slide4.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512332514797823074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZJn62eW0uiE3A5Ub27Pk0i7T5HT7FGlOKHwBAZXDWnTYyNAOIMMUaUXxscqAa2aPeoewXnPCAlw8owzhT4veQyDjULzT_cdv-Icn5EL6poUziu0I1jtD6NfeiyKIaWByoneO6sfu9iIWK/s400/Slide4.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 480px; height: 500px;" /></a><br />This light-weight summer cotton dress would wrinkle, and perhaps pull at the seams without this inner construction method. A cool cotton faces the fashion fabric, creating a stronger bodice to the flowing skirt.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">FLAT LINING as FACING</span><br /><br />Briefly, this method uses a cotton lining that is cut at the same time as the fashion fabric. This is sewn around the neckline and if it is sleeveless, the armholes. This bodice is then turned to the right side. At this point the darts can be sewn and the side seams completed.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2TNISLs2Bv995Ou7upcO4_ja2OeAFW0RGNAsMBIV4auOvecFxiUH970pQBR_oWCCozCfs2iw-YYUhfkMmD_3dDccfxx8HduWQzHA37WWDOYi9Fi8Ya2fkR4OiUv4qQQP8_295IKqwBQ8A/s1600/Slide2.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512332406790945810" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2TNISLs2Bv995Ou7upcO4_ja2OeAFW0RGNAsMBIV4auOvecFxiUH970pQBR_oWCCozCfs2iw-YYUhfkMmD_3dDccfxx8HduWQzHA37WWDOYi9Fi8Ya2fkR4OiUv4qQQP8_295IKqwBQ8A/s400/Slide2.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 290px;" /></a>This is a fast method that eliminates the need for facing in most cases. The time spent cutting out facing and finishing those edges will be saved.<br /><br />Open side seams allow for further fitting and adjustments in the future. The top edge at the armhole can be hand sewn to reinforce that upper edge. This method works for both sleeveless styles and bodices with sleeves. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGJ_w3D9KeZ5ZO_LRUxV_wgAtAehK23nrl2u6fX0sVHzzi7psGPnNDgTFUmAxX-93oPmu8m_0KkFyA5YKMBMdAhUiZjRtNRcor6OSLBSvLU7uVUR4qQyYAVvnCfIfPT3JxRSHU-RIhbbBo/s1600/Slide3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512332257118059426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGJ_w3D9KeZ5ZO_LRUxV_wgAtAehK23nrl2u6fX0sVHzzi7psGPnNDgTFUmAxX-93oPmu8m_0KkFyA5YKMBMdAhUiZjRtNRcor6OSLBSvLU7uVUR4qQyYAVvnCfIfPT3JxRSHU-RIhbbBo/s400/Slide3.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 420px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">'S' CURVE DART</span> <br /><br />The dart will have an smooth seam line up the rib cage, then curve around the bottom of the bust, tapering to a fine line at the end. An 'S' curved bodice dart will create a smooth fitting bodice. It has to be fitted on the body, and should be developed in the pattern stage. However, it can be pinned into place after the bodice is flat lined.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">POINT OF BUST</span> <br /><br />This is the bustline center. Do not end darts here because that will make pointed darts. Imagine a Quarter sized circle around the point of bust (it's OK to draw this onto your lining). End the dart point at that circle perimeter line.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">FITTING</span><br /><br />1-BASTE the side darts, using your machine's largest stitch length<br /><br />2-BASTE the side seams together<br /><br />3-TRY ON the bodice<br /><br />4-PIN the back seam together down the seam line<br /><br />5-PIN in the front bodice darts, shaping them to the rib cage and around the bustline, creating an 'S' curve dart. <br /><br />6-MARKING: after fitting, remove the bodice for marking. You may mark the dart position on the lining with chalk or pencil before you sew these darts. The two darts should be 'balanced' visually but they may not be exactly the same. As long as the bodice side seams are in the correct location (down your body sides), then they should be fine. No one is exactly the same on both sides of their body, so your darts may reflect that as well.<br /><br />7-CLIPPING: some 'S' curve darts require clipping so that they can be pressed open. Trim away excess fabric to create a 1/2" seam allowance up the dart. If you have a serger, you can finish these cut seams to prevent unraveling (or zig-zag over the edges). <br /><br />8-PRESSING: these darts can be pressed open, or towards the front. On this bodice the seams were overlocked together and pressed towards center front. Often the fabric bulk requires that they are pressed open.<br /><br /><br />-----------------------------------------<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">HOW TO FLAT LINE as FACING:<br />STEP-BY-STEP</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">LINING and FASHION FABRIC<br /><br /></span>On your cutting surface, lay out the fashion fabric 'face down'. Over this, lay on the cotton lining. Smooth out bubbles and align the selvage edges. Pin on pattern (this method will need a pattern for each part, as it doesn't have a center fold). Cut out the pattern.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">SEWING</span> <br /><br />1-Separate the lining and fashion fabrics. Sew the lining fabric shoulder seams and bodice fabric shoulder seams. Press those seams open.<br /><br />2-On the work surface: lay out the fashion fabric bodice, face up. Over this, lay the lining bodice, face down. The two layers will now be facing each other. Pin together, matching the shoulder seams, then smooth the fabric flat so that all edges meet.<br /><br />3-SEW around the neckline and armholes. Clip the seam allowances around these curves.<br /><br />4-TURN the bodices to the right side so the good sides are now facing out, press flat. Match all edges and pin together so that the fabric doesn't shift apart.<br /><br />5-OVERLOCK unfinished edges, with both layers together: side seams, waistlines and back seams. If you do not have a serger, trim these edges neatly then zig-zag overcast with a wide stitch.<br /><br />6-FITTING: (see notes above)<br /><br />7-DARTS: sew bodice darts (see "S" curve dart)<br /><br />8-SIDE SEAM: this seam will be sewn, then opened flat. The top edge can be reinforced by hand stitching to keep it open. This type of seam will allow for alterations in fit.<br /><br />9-NECKLINE and ARMHOLE edges can be edge stitched to create a crisp, flat edge.<br />The bodice is now ready for the skirt to be sewn on to it.<br /><br />------------------------------------------ <br /><br />I hope you can try this flat lining technique with your next project. I think you will really like the results. If you have had your own experience flat lining, let us know how that worked out.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">note: I used a display form for these photos who is sizes smaller than the dresses shown. You will notice the fit isn't correct, try to imagine it is.</span><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

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Flappers on Film: Vintage Kodak footage in Color

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWAiYuafiiTG2JqA8z2f3vuCq3BRvRStSCHZAmHXZr-vbGGqqrrGcWAu-eODVdEviDhBf2mjUll-NCwkaWsl-7737xaVkXJ5c-GgkHwNugedkrTiBNU2QSxlPsgEHJoBeq78C6dUHmBMR9/s1600/flapper-1-1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5509367279616375122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWAiYuafiiTG2JqA8z2f3vuCq3BRvRStSCHZAmHXZr-vbGGqqrrGcWAu-eODVdEviDhBf2mjUll-NCwkaWsl-7737xaVkXJ5c-GgkHwNugedkrTiBNU2QSxlPsgEHJoBeq78C6dUHmBMR9/s400/flapper-1-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 388px; height: 500px;" /></a><br />Flappers, the wild and young generation of the 1920's are back with us once more. Captured by the medium of colored film, several actresses of 1922 are shown <a href="http://www.boingboing.net/2010/08/24/kodak-1922-kodachrom.html">HERE</a> in self conscious poses, gestures and movements. Kodak film experiments of that era recorded for us a generation that is now long gone, but is still a strong influence on us today. Enjoy this video, it's such an intimate peek into their lives.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Doing the math, if the young women in these shots were about 22 years old, then they would have been 110 this year.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">photo image above is a random flapper photo that is not seen in this film, but I like her anyway</span><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Flappers on Film: Vintage Kodak footage in Color

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Pioneers in California Fashion: Peggy Hunt and the Affliliated Fashionists

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7JcS4XZu8HabjsE8puPsRafmX_qOv5YqeY39p2bCP82UFZJa2uRZ2spTDYG6f71widpzYrrUKDS6WNR1ufpL3qSaoxcyc5Djv6n5f5eM-BHiIRwv-aDRVO0U_rS2YZ0gOfgdAQolP7ynh/s1600/Slide10.JPG"><img alt="Peggy Hunt" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507835465710743698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7JcS4XZu8HabjsE8puPsRafmX_qOv5YqeY39p2bCP82UFZJa2uRZ2spTDYG6f71widpzYrrUKDS6WNR1ufpL3qSaoxcyc5Djv6n5f5eM-BHiIRwv-aDRVO0U_rS2YZ0gOfgdAQolP7ynh/s400/Slide10.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 375px;" /></a><br />California fashion industry was well under way by the 1920's. Los Angeles had found its niche in two important local businesses: Hollywood and Tourism. This meant that by creating a strong brand identification with both the luxury of resort and sun sports, along with Hollywood and the glamour associated with it, a new identification was found for a growing apparel industry in the region.<br /><br />During the 1920’s, the fashion industry saw several new trade and marketing organizations develop. The Associated Apparel Manufacturers of Los Angeles and the California Fashion Creators were important firsts during this decade of growth. The Fashion Creators would stage fashion shows at movie star homes to market new designs to the public. <br /><br />By 1921 the Associated Apparel Manufactures of Los Angeles established a bureau of information, employment office, and a buyers office for out of town buyers. This meant that the fashion industry now had a core or 'go to' for information and marketing events.<br /> <br />In 1926, a group of 6 female designers, who owned their own businesses, formed the Affiliated Fashionist group. Its purpose was to promote their companies with many social events and fashion shows, often staged in the designer's homes, around a pool or outdoor Los Angeles theme. The first members were: Irene Bury, Viola Dimmitt, Peggy Hunt, Violet Tatum, Pat Perkins, Marjorie Montgomery, Addie Masters, Louella Ballernio, Agnes Barrett, and Mabs Barnes. Nearly 40 years later (in 1962) Peggy Hunt, Marjorie Montgomery, and Addie Masters were still in business. Violet Tatum and Pat Perkins had retired from the group early.<br /> <br />Several members, such as Mabs Barnes, who in 1933 would create the Satin lastex swimsuit with a one-piece skirt panel in front and bustline fit, went on to design important innovations and trends. Addie Masters specialized in glamorous, yet casual at home fashions with a “wrap-rascal” dress and hostess trousers in 1939.<br /><br />In September of 1946, the group staged a fashion show at Peggy Hunt’s estate that was attended by 400 guests and showcased 72 styles. Resort and cruise wear fashions predominated. Ethel Joutras was the co-ordinating director of the event where the following fashions were featured:<br /><br />Addie Masters: cover-up group in black and white, exercise suit that was a one-piece play suit with shorts and blouse<br /><br />Marjorie Montgomery: play suit in turquoise<br /><br />Viola Dimmitt: raincoat-dress, a coat that could be worn as a dress, made from black nylon<br /><br />Agness Barrett: slacks and fashions with a Mexican color theme<br /><br />Mabs Barnes: lingerie<br /><br />Peggy Hunt: black crepe with nude sheers, and a junior line with Children and Teen styles, and another group called "Jean Carol" that featured women’s dresses. During WWII, actress Deanna Durbin was costumed in a ‘Jean Carol’ label for a movie. Peggy was the first to show sheer-yoke cocktail dresses. <br /><br />Jeannette Alexander: dresses with a focus on the young sophisticate (Jeannette Alexander was Peggy Hunt’s daughter)<br /><br />A press release in 1948, showed that at that time there were 8 designer members in the group. They were following Paris trends with 12” hems for day, and 9,10,11” for night. At this event, Peggy Hunt showed lace and marquisette accents and floor length gowns. <br /><br />Louella Ballerino presented “American Gothic” dresses with subdued coloring. In 1950 she would show drapery prints in her dresses. Her styles were part of an "Americana" trend that may have spun off of the success of the musical "Oklahoma" in 1943. Agnes Barrett, like Louella presented nostalgic styles with a Victorian look that included braid trims, tucks, and skirts that flared in back. <br /><br />Marjorie Montgomery designed for college girls with new looks in dolman sleeves, petal collars and cuffs, and easy skirts. Irene Bury kept to her classics and showed an afternoon dress in a green and white stripe.<br /><br />Louella Ballerino also showed resort sportswear featuring a strapless bra in a black and white print, white shorts, with wrap skirt. Addie Masters continued her casual resort wear with at-home fashions in crepe of tangerines and pinks.<br /><br />Mabs Barnes had little change in her now popular swimwear styles, but she did feature new colors and fabrics, with control panties, and girdles. <br /><br />Viola Dimmett's coats were water repellent with full backs and some hoods, worn belted or loose, styles that made her label a big seller. <br /><br />From the early years of the 20th century through to the 1960's, growth for a new apparel industry in southern California was enhanced by these innovative fashion pioneers. They are partly responsible for the strong brand identification that California fashion has in the world. They promoted their designs with marketing innovations that proved successful, creating a California "style" that local designers today still rely on.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">The cocktail dress shown here by Peggy Hunt features her well known nude sheer yoke and black silk chiffon with bias cascade. It probably dates from the late 1950's or early 1960's.</span><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

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1940's Hawaiian styles and Lauren Bacall

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYB8jaPNgtMJrxtjTQO3LnXgFOktoufi4ajIK3uo1_FjV2sf2ay4jTypDaouQ8OWnoUkFbuHb_FtHmr7voRA0U3RUxCYN6tJDE49M4OAZkMXggdf1xyjemZyJ8os670gB2qLzT6mA-_JYv/s1600/Slide5.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504539110671935522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYB8jaPNgtMJrxtjTQO3LnXgFOktoufi4ajIK3uo1_FjV2sf2ay4jTypDaouQ8OWnoUkFbuHb_FtHmr7voRA0U3RUxCYN6tJDE49M4OAZkMXggdf1xyjemZyJ8os670gB2qLzT6mA-_JYv/s400/Slide5.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 375px;" /></a><span style="font-style:italic;">Audree Gay Creations, California, c. late 1930's through 1940's</span><br /><br />I saw the Alfred Shaheen exhibit of Hawaiian fashions recently and it brought to mind this sultry gown in an aloha print fabric. The fashion styling blends a bit of Pacific sarong skirt with a mainland cowl neck top. A flash of midriff is seen between the skirt and cropped top that is held in place by the insertion of a center front tab, attaching the skirt to bodice. This cocktail or evening style would have been a sensation on the dance floor of the WWII era ball room or private patio party. <br /><br />It is made from a fine navy blue rayon crepe with white floral design, to immitate the better Japanese kabe crepe that was first imported and later inspired the Hawaiian tropicals of the 1930's and 1940's pre-war years.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm7Gp8vD80_rc6Xu3DyaCnqdslt3TbR9ePf_crkgg_UCRwKpsu3Z0Rd4daWtay25KGXzeJtcnZAG1gWHHkIu_b2GwnOrnkfPc07XujLpcyOR_K6pzO7ovdk2ijpEeqI_BQKghhZmUqfmvs/s1600/lauren+bacall.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504543860444404770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm7Gp8vD80_rc6Xu3DyaCnqdslt3TbR9ePf_crkgg_UCRwKpsu3Z0Rd4daWtay25KGXzeJtcnZAG1gWHHkIu_b2GwnOrnkfPc07XujLpcyOR_K6pzO7ovdk2ijpEeqI_BQKghhZmUqfmvs/s400/lauren+bacall.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 304px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">To Have and Have Not,1944, Lauren Bacall, designer Milo Anderson (1910-1984) </span><br /><br />The aloha print rayon dress is similar to a sleek version of the same style by Milo Anderson for Lauren Bacall in 1944. Her sarong skirt and midriff top are linked (literally) by a metal ring: a style that would take fire in the 1970's. Her top is more artfully custom draped, but the overall sense of style is still the same: bared midriff with a tropical front draped skirt.<br /><br />It is interesting that this flattering style is so seldom seen in fashion. The concept is a perfect example of 'less is more' when it comes to body exposure!<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

1940's Hawaiian styles and Lauren Bacall

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Vintage Fashion: 1950's Shelf Bust

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkw6vvAr1yC6VpUsnXAwK_E1y8-UmG9NbcirJrclEzbozZTGuGQ4Pf4zvolFk740Go-18VbB2rcbxIYp5-DJ4658XerVCF_QeNfMrp1iuhER74PFlsOLk0VzRNbZuJBQuZEeOV73CoAXao/s1600/Slide6.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500816926274283858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkw6vvAr1yC6VpUsnXAwK_E1y8-UmG9NbcirJrclEzbozZTGuGQ4Pf4zvolFk740Go-18VbB2rcbxIYp5-DJ4658XerVCF_QeNfMrp1iuhER74PFlsOLk0VzRNbZuJBQuZEeOV73CoAXao/s400/Slide6.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 375px;" /></a><br />The shelf bust in vintage fashion is always a fun style to see. It is nearly daring, a bit outrageous, and always eye-catching. A recent blog post by <a href="http://www.blogforbettersewing.com/2010/08/inspiration-shelf-bust.html">Gertie</a> on shelf bustlines presented a great gallery of styles that show a variety of versions. Many are draped, a few are pleated.<br /><br />I remembered this dress from my California collection, and decided to share it with you. Maybe you will get some inspiration from seeing it up close and personal.<br /><br />The dress itself is a heavy, crisp black faille, with the same fabric used for the bustline. Its late 1940's or early 1950's flange hip pockets help to balance out this imposing shelf bust and collar in white. <br /><br />The label says it is "A Filmland Creation" by "Miss Hollywood". I"m guessing if you wear it, you will get discovered, or in the very least mistaken for Jane Russell or Marilyn's cousin, new in town and ready to be cast in a leading roll.<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Vintage Fashion: 1950's Shelf Bust

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Anatomy of a DRESS: Flat Lining in a 1960's Dress

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN_ZXsY13kFSqEIDSN1xAZ250XfiO1YDdgmyZOmE2_UdEKzyFxPUdv0e8S7ZZk5-kQMp8bXscx5oybjxe7GQk1vGBx6ZyK9GnucB3syK2Nkz5Qe1xhkxN3dVCMi-Pl_wmgc59ABcb7E6D5/s1600/Slide1.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498999939935651538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN_ZXsY13kFSqEIDSN1xAZ250XfiO1YDdgmyZOmE2_UdEKzyFxPUdv0e8S7ZZk5-kQMp8bXscx5oybjxe7GQk1vGBx6ZyK9GnucB3syK2Nkz5Qe1xhkxN3dVCMi-Pl_wmgc59ABcb7E6D5/s400/Slide1.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 500px;" /></a><span style="font-style:italic;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50642770/60s-blue-green-floral-vintage-dress">1960's Print Dress in a cotton screen print, I.Magnin label</a></span><br /><br />Sewing vintage styles can be a new experience if you have been sewing crafts and modern fashions. One of the best ways to learn how-to sew dresses, especially vintage dresses, is to study examples. Trying to get the right effect usually means following the same, or similar sewing techniques along the way. <br /><br />I am going to take you through a close look at this cute Mad Men era dress, to see what makes it 'tick' and how you can get the same professional results when you sew vintage.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4WKTSX6CDWfDKB3P_1odid-YlZ9PNt5xTq38RW9lpktEJy6vECxQ02UGnkdpzp2PEM-uxvUIlSzBWX1jCXNN8pL2ZovvCDiD7pWJvzrcvS90fDjAETdxS8RLwBH_b02m2QuyRNVAF7GnZ/s1600/Slide2.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498999838624819474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4WKTSX6CDWfDKB3P_1odid-YlZ9PNt5xTq38RW9lpktEJy6vECxQ02UGnkdpzp2PEM-uxvUIlSzBWX1jCXNN8pL2ZovvCDiD7pWJvzrcvS90fDjAETdxS8RLwBH_b02m2QuyRNVAF7GnZ/s400/Slide2.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />This dress has two personalities, the fashion fabric exterior, and the technical interior. What makes this dress seem smooth and well fit is a simple process termed flat lining.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Flat lining</span><br />This technique is used for many (most?) dresses made before knits came into fashion during the late 1960's. Simply, it is a method where the fashion fabric is backed by a lining. Both are cut at the same time, stabilized by sewing around all edges to make them handle like one fabric, then sewn into the garment.<br /><br />Darts and seams are sewn after the fashion fabric has been flat lined.<br />In this example, white cotton broadcloth has been used to flat line the cotton fashion fabric.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Why cotton broadcloth?</span><br />Since the fashion shell is cotton, using cotton in the lining will retain the cool property of the original fashion fabric. Cotton is also strong, and will prevent the seams from pulling out or the skirt from stretching while seated. It can also be washable, although this garment was not designed to be laundered.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmaz2X3moE_ZGIqZhqKLu7PvxLVYeIdEIAr8DA7Z6YWo4-M2cyFMwhPIv0VVlWk8zKT40FBGAb3dJg3A1bwTK8LgvPzTQR_F5Hs77zSSCdg7WGWBDek4hdW8mRRg0JJ4_YSP0Ef1i8gNVZ/s1600/Slide3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498999740622683810" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmaz2X3moE_ZGIqZhqKLu7PvxLVYeIdEIAr8DA7Z6YWo4-M2cyFMwhPIv0VVlWk8zKT40FBGAb3dJg3A1bwTK8LgvPzTQR_F5Hs77zSSCdg7WGWBDek4hdW8mRRg0JJ4_YSP0Ef1i8gNVZ/s400/Slide3.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />This inside view shows the details of a bodice.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Flat lining</span>: the white cotton can be seen as the inner layer that is sewn to the fashion fabric around all edges about 1/4" from those edges. It was trimmed with pinking shears.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Dart</span>: the dart has been slashed and spread open to minimize bulk. In the preparation process both fabric layers were sewn 1/4" from the edge as shown<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Waistline</span>: to keep the waistline from ripping out or popping stitches, wide twill tape was sewn over the seamline where bodice meets skirt. Also notice that the skirt is flat lined. Sometimes the skirt is not flat lined if it is very full or gathered.<br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9IWmufOYMpau1SkewbuGMItfNH6PXI8VoiOWQQ54uyGIlHoPB5SOpWbSCnvXYKfgpTmFbww1ET-SW-ZbQ0DPCo57eegk4shdtzmlGt4a4GXad49N85rziLQ2gwMtlHWKJJrFnN2evjGZD/s1600/Slide4.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498999637347555042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9IWmufOYMpau1SkewbuGMItfNH6PXI8VoiOWQQ54uyGIlHoPB5SOpWbSCnvXYKfgpTmFbww1ET-SW-ZbQ0DPCo57eegk4shdtzmlGt4a4GXad49N85rziLQ2gwMtlHWKJJrFnN2evjGZD/s400/Slide4.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hem tape</span>: This close look at the hem shows how hem tape is sewn to the edge of the hem, then it is turned up and stitched to the flat lining. If done this way, the hem stitches will not show. Hem tape does two things: it keeps the hem edge from unraveling while it provides a non-bulky method of sewing it up. A hem that has been turned back and machine sewn before hemming has two layers, and will often leave a shadow or thickness. This way the hem is not 'pressed' forward into the skirt fabric where it will leave a mark when pressing.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9vhyphenhyphent8uGCD8-PS60iR2gnn8BjKrQq_UUQPFt24v4fQrcvIDDb27obBVhk_dSPdhmmhY01ds3BcdGSqyAKVoR3zyXYaCd_ThxcD04ttlzX43hCovLL6ymsHEbyM5vwOq72wcKrHZoMa40e/s1600/Slide5.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498999542472661122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9vhyphenhyphent8uGCD8-PS60iR2gnn8BjKrQq_UUQPFt24v4fQrcvIDDb27obBVhk_dSPdhmmhY01ds3BcdGSqyAKVoR3zyXYaCd_ThxcD04ttlzX43hCovLL6ymsHEbyM5vwOq72wcKrHZoMa40e/s400/Slide5.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Facing</span>: Facing will clean finish the neckline and armholes. The edge here has been turned and stitched to prevent unraveling. <br /> <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Under-stitching</span>: Stitching around the curved edges of the arm hole and neckline will prevent the lining from pulling and showing when worn. These stitches are around the seamline, but sewn only on the facing. This is different from top stitching. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">HOW TO FLAT LINE</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Getting started</span>: Start with a big, smooth cutting surface (probably your floor).<br /><br />#1--Lay out the flat lining fabric, be sure it is straight and on grain (not crooked).<br /><br />#2--Spread the fashion fabric 'face' up over the lining, smooth it out to remove bubbles and wrinkles, be sure the grain lines match by aligning the selvage edges. If possible, press both layers. This will help to smooth them out and creates a 'bond' between them.<br /><br />#3--Pin selvage edges together so they won't shift as you work.<br /><br />#4--Layout pattern as usual. Because this method uses the fabric in an open layout, with out a center fold, you may need to flip some patterns to get both right and left sides. For the bodice front, tape tissue to the center front line of your pattern, fold down center front and cut around the cutting lines. When cut, open tissue and you should have a full front pattern with both left and right sides. While laying out the pattern, consider the print of your fabric as well, since you can see both left and right sides clearly during layout process.<br /><br />#5--Pin pattern pieces to the fabric and cut through both layers. Keep shears perpendicular to the cutting surface. Cutting at an angle will make the layers different.<br /><br />#6--Transfer pins when removing the paper pattern to pin only the fabric 'sandwich' piece. Pin away from edges to keep fabric from shifting.<br /><br />#7--Machine sew around each fabric 'sandwich' piece using 1/4" seam lines and a medium length stitch. MODERN: use an overlock to clean finish all edges instead, but don't trim off fabric or you will reduce the pattern size (!!!)<br /><br />#8--Your flat lining process is complete. Now proceed with marking your pattern and preparing to sew. <br /><br />Sew your dress as usual, following pattern instructions and refering to your sewing books for more details. Remember to press the seams open because the extra layers will add up to more bulk.<br /><br />I think you will be happy with the results. Let me know if you have further questions about this technique.<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Anatomy of a DRESS: Flat Lining in a 1960's Dress

1960's Print Dress in a cotton screen print, I.Magnin label Sewing vintage styles can be a new experience if you have been sewing crafts...

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Vintage Shopping: Tacoma, Washington

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMbqBsCiN0Ki5a6ak6WSBuQ3dn7g2jYn2nxod0vgPXH9J9FOfjIQUJ3Cfid2O1RWdNO_nG-71LqG6lvEk2tljQrfCRIMQ915zFJVHzQTQsGIYyO1c_JmstdSmP1M_X1HDlDa378zZYWuW/s1600/IMG_1567.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495307960389285394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMbqBsCiN0Ki5a6ak6WSBuQ3dn7g2jYn2nxod0vgPXH9J9FOfjIQUJ3Cfid2O1RWdNO_nG-71LqG6lvEk2tljQrfCRIMQ915zFJVHzQTQsGIYyO1c_JmstdSmP1M_X1HDlDa378zZYWuW/s400/IMG_1567.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a>I have returned from a week enjoying the great Pacific North/West.<br />One thing that I love to do when traveling is vintage shopping--and I don't mean in Seattle where prices are equal to New York's vintage shops. <br /><br />Instead I cruise the wonderful vintage stores in TACOMA. This sleepy Victorian and Bungalow era city is loaded with more antique and vintage shopping than one can see in a day. I have sorted it all out here, and give you my top three. The drive is easy--these are freeway close, in districts with other things to see and do (for your fellow travelers who may not drool over vintage the way you do).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">TACOMA VINTAGE SHOPPING</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">VANITY FASHION BOUTIQUE</span><br />This vintage shop is adorable! Pink décor with vintage furnishings makes this feel like your very hip best friend’s cool bedroom. When we were there, the shop was buzzing with happy shoppers (and it was only a Tuesday afternoon!)<br />The selection tends towards 1950’s and later. There is a ‘wall of shoes’ down their rear hallway that you won’t want to miss. Styles are arranged by type and color, so you can cruise what you are looking for and avoid that overwhelming mish-mash of stuff like some other vintage shops. We found both true vintage and recent retro styles on the racks.<br /><br />Prices: amazingly low, I’m guessing this is 30% to 50% less than big city prices.<br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/melsvanity">www.melsvanity.etsy.com</a><br />3903 6th Ave (6th at Proctor)<br />Off the 16 freeway at Union (n. to 6th, left to Proctor)<br />Or at 6th (rt. To Proctor)<br />Parking in back<br />253 761 7801<br />Hours: 12-6, Tuesday-Sunday<br /><br />Also nearby:<br />University of Puget Sound campus<br />Point Defiance Park, Zoo and Aquarium<br />Vashon Island Ferry<br />Tacoma Narrows Bridge (and Gig Harbor)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">On BROADWAY:<br /><br />GLENNA’S CLOTHING</span><br />Glenna’s is one of the best west coast vintage shops. It would be difficult to find a finer collection in any other west coast city (or NYC for that matter). <br />The overall tone is sophisticated and luxurious. Fashions are hung by color and type. But what makes this shop a stand-out is the quality of the pieces and the diversity of styles. It’s as good as any museum (I covet the Lilli Ann suit now on display!). In addition, this shop also showcases vintage accessories, especially handbags, hats and jewelry.<br /><br />Prices: moderate and fair for the quality of the pieces. Don’t expect bargain hunting here.<br />783 Broadway, 98402-3709<br />Freeway: take 5 into Tacoma, then #705 into downtown district (Pacific)<br />Take Pacific north (right) up to S. 9th street, turn left 2 blocks to Broadway.<br />253-627-8501<br />Located at Broadway and S. 9th St.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">THE WARDROBE</span><br />New to the Broadway antiques district is this sweet vintage fashion shop. Located hidden away in the back of a cool antiques store (check out the mid-century mod!). The shop owner, Nanette, has created a fanciful environment with painted walls, hanging chandeliers and lots of vintage furnishings. Her vintage stock spans from the 50’s to current retro styles. It all works together well, making this shop a real find, and a fun place to shop. <br /><br />Prices: very low to moderate<br />742 Broadway (behind Best Antiques)<br />253-617-3509<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">NOTE</span>: These two shops sit in a small antiques district located along Broadway in downtown Tacoma. Plan to cruise the other shops between S. 7th street and S. 9th street. Then recover at the Tully’s café located in an amazing flat iron building on the corner.<br /><br />CAFÉ: Tulleys at Broadway and 9th<br />VINTAGE DIST: on Broadway between S. 9th St and S. 7th St.<br />STREET PARKING: approach district from S. 7th St. to approach street parking.<br /><br />Also nearby: The downtown area of Tacoma is minutes from the #5 freeway <br />Children’s Museum of Tacoma<br />Museum of Glass<br />Washington State History Museum<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="vertical" data-via="Pintucks">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>

Vintage Shopping: Tacoma, Washington

I have returned from a week enjoying the great Pacific North/West. One thing that I love to do when traveling is vintage shopping--and I don...

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Summer Vintage: Blue Prints and Florals

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNv8lYIHgvk3oj4Xrk69b9f6U50h60S1VMPXojCcyLFyyuqQRJiYJlF7CndneyCo865o5UqId-nvkT6FU1Z6a4K28PI8RUB0RNNFZP6FOvnPVxxpof2u1TffO2yYxgFnzL81T8jw4ud9bh/s1600/Slide1.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490467876637857778" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNv8lYIHgvk3oj4Xrk69b9f6U50h60S1VMPXojCcyLFyyuqQRJiYJlF7CndneyCo865o5UqId-nvkT6FU1Z6a4K28PI8RUB0RNNFZP6FOvnPVxxpof2u1TffO2yYxgFnzL81T8jw4ud9bh/s400/Slide1.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 700px; height: 550px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">above, from top left: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50084504/blue-and-aqua-roses-floral-fabric-with">blue rose cotton textile</a>, blue and green silk on 1960's dress, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50635772/80s-batik-sun-blue-tie-dye-vintage-beach">batik sun on tie dye blue rayon on 1980's dress</a>.</span><br /><br />Florals and bold patterns are coloring new and vintage fashion right now in eye catching color combinations. Retro blue, aqua, and blue/greens seem to look fresh and really great. When I look for fashion this summer and into fall, it's hard not to miss some of the beautiful vintage and more recent patterns currently shown in fashion and textiles.<br /><br />The beautiful silk fabric on the right is close to the very mod, mid-century textile designs produced by the Finnish company, Marimekko, during the 1960's and 70's. It is the dominate feature on a floor length sheath dress. The batik sun on blue/green background is scattered all over a soft rayon textile, made up in a loose over sized 1980's sun dress.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuv0Y6B4RL4rCXbo6Puyvnja2-DJIid33XLfHVvra-C2_g3wsgvs_0LXcDfik5N1X9yIbO-hroMyxjcoQXvbkC_RBv5EZj9PgDfaSwQqVuPGqTqOOuuT5XdgromL71R2sH8CXiHaGhX5rg/s1600/Slide2.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490468176159953122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuv0Y6B4RL4rCXbo6Puyvnja2-DJIid33XLfHVvra-C2_g3wsgvs_0LXcDfik5N1X9yIbO-hroMyxjcoQXvbkC_RBv5EZj9PgDfaSwQqVuPGqTqOOuuT5XdgromL71R2sH8CXiHaGhX5rg/s400/Slide2.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 700px; height: 550px;" /></a><span style="font-style:italic;">from upper left: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50642770/60s-blue-green-floral-vintage-dress">screen print floral on cotton, on 1960's dress</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/transaction/31008070">Persian print panel, on 1960's dress</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50082998/blue-pansy-floral-on-white-cotton-fabric">blue pansy print, cotton fabric</a>.<br /></span> <br />Cotton prints on vintage fashion were often produced by screen printing, a process that produced limited quantities. This gorgeous panel of a mythical Persian scene is one example of how elaborate some screen printing designs were. This is from "Florida Handprints, Miami". The floral at upper left is on a cotton sateen fabric. Its bold pattern is subdued by the very simple dress design, accented only by cording and a tiny bow a the waistline.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOUS0RqToaW_2wns6hOQw4LF-XTPMeouIuXQUhyJ1ixoexDmvqC9yFacionohUu2-qMH0ApcOtsXM9-PC4YZSs8ky6FSFuzcQ7dlqrNZu7yYpRtH1mOd4CBKn9XTcUyI9Oiihkc_70YpH/s1600/Slide3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490468010850233810" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOUS0RqToaW_2wns6hOQw4LF-XTPMeouIuXQUhyJ1ixoexDmvqC9yFacionohUu2-qMH0ApcOtsXM9-PC4YZSs8ky6FSFuzcQ7dlqrNZu7yYpRtH1mOd4CBKn9XTcUyI9Oiihkc_70YpH/s400/Slide3.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 700px; height: 550px;" /></a>from upper left: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50083672/blue-happy-flower-geometric-vintage">1960's geometric floral on cotton voile yardage</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50081145/blue-floral-wild-flowers-on-white-cotton">field flowers, on cotton yardage</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50639504/80s-floaty-sun-dress-blue-brush-stroke">blue brush stoke on white rayon, 1980's dress</a>.<br />Summer fabrics seem best when soft and sheer. Uncommon 1960's cotton voile is always a wonderful fabric to find. I love the way it carries a visual weight, while being nearly airless. Another popular warm weather stand by are the soft rayons. This version in white has 1980's designs in sky blue brush strokes, a reflection of a summer sky.<br /><br />It's going to be a long summer ahead and I know that I don't want to be caught without a few great patterns to choose from. That is all anyone needs to wear with flip flops and still make a great fashion statement.

Summer Vintage: Blue Prints and Florals

above, from top left: blue rose cotton textile , blue and green silk on 1960's dress, batik sun on tie dye blue rayon on 1980's dres...

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Sewing Vintage: Putting it all together - Fabric & Patterns

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu5qBF4wGHcnqdl_uHYwcBhx1QLuyiNQQl5HI4gBmcj9weSKayWprWmD2Hurzq2LIZHZOLltmMUw41cmrq5QT5L8RjrHdfpTL75ACbLyQ1IxzyOCYDMJhMeG6HjvZOLH8rPHWzFWmWTlld/s1600/Slide1.GIF"><img alt="vintage fabric" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485634400678320882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu5qBF4wGHcnqdl_uHYwcBhx1QLuyiNQQl5HI4gBmcj9weSKayWprWmD2Hurzq2LIZHZOLltmMUw41cmrq5QT5L8RjrHdfpTL75ACbLyQ1IxzyOCYDMJhMeG6HjvZOLH8rPHWzFWmWTlld/s400/Slide1.GIF" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 700px; height: 500px;" /></a><br />I thought it might be fun to take one Vintage Vogue pattern and put together two entirely different outfits. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49849406/mattli-vogue-designer-sheath">Vogue Designer pattern #2609 by Mattli</a> has great seamline details and a smooth clean look. It would look great in a shorter length with accessories that pop.<br /><br />Making the fabric selection was next. In the first set, a 1960's girly floral in pinky-red water colors was chosen. The smooth silhouette of the dress design will carry off this floral very well. Finally we pair the dress with D&G heels that have amazing flirty details. For accent: a crystal clear necklace to break up the florals a bit.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz0z5WnFYZg6FcfkXr8SRkOWuPEP8WGtC7NcmpFMCylTgDERjDJkQp1CfQi_LSX-Fu7hB-Vnhyo-pTXmp2R6ui1qqXhNZgnzM698YbYvdQWVIJBA74Uk-PByZWaJDqvKqHtLzvn7pdTXL8/s1600/Slide2.GIF"><img alt="vintage fabric" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485634261420956098" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz0z5WnFYZg6FcfkXr8SRkOWuPEP8WGtC7NcmpFMCylTgDERjDJkQp1CfQi_LSX-Fu7hB-Vnhyo-pTXmp2R6ui1qqXhNZgnzM698YbYvdQWVIJBA74Uk-PByZWaJDqvKqHtLzvn7pdTXL8/s400/Slide2.GIF" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 750px; height: 600px;" /></a><br />Another fabric option is a 1970's sporty red/white/blue geometric print. A bit of red-orange in the navy design wakes it up, so red shoes were selected to play up that color. The beaded necklace will pull focus to the face. We love this 70's look with a new twist.<br /><br />Top Set:<br />Red shoes: Kate Spade, Metro, Zappos<br />Necklace: Carolee LUX Coral Bib, Bloomingdales, <br />Fabric: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/27041404/vtg-fabric-red-poppy-floral-scarf-weight">Red Floral</a><br />Pattern: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49849406/mattli-vogue-designer-sheath">Vogue 2609, Bust 34</a><br /><br />Lower Set:<br />Pink shoes: D&G Dolce & Gabbana DS1938 E1134 8S548, Zappos<br />Necklace:Tulle, Lucite and Faux Pearl, Bloomingdales <br />Fabric: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/21323313/vtg-60s-70s-redwhitenavy-mod-print">Red, White & Blue Geometric</a>

Sewing Vintage: Putting it all together - Fabric & Patterns

I thought it might be fun to take one Vintage Vogue pattern and put together two entirely different outfits. Vogue Designer pattern #2609 b...

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Vintage Fashion: Books to Collect, a Review

<span style="font-weight:bold;">Review of Books on Vintage Fashion or Costume History<br /><br />A World of Costumes in Cutout<br />Hello Gorgeous!<br />70's Fashion Fiascos<br />Encyclopedia of World Costume<br />Dressing the Part<br />History of Costume<br />Fashion: The Changing Shape of Fashion Through the Years</span><br /><br />If you read this blog, you probably have more than a passing interest in vintage fashion or costume history. Collecting a good library of books is essential for inspiration, dating, and general research into fashion eras. The following books are a few good ones. Some are recent publications, one is over 50 years old. They all 'stand up' to the test: nice to look at, with good information. <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFaHbLBkzYngCUjQo_JkOpT6yv01WOIynZsX41NU0KBPEjK21NtBjZUw_ZGlbLw3wyjQlCvGq9otLt3ivHl81whF7icx1LuT_DqIIHrMFoh762ovQS-1xdnZUZYQ5mL-m7cUUPGUYJhlgp/s1600/IMG_0838.JPG"><img alt="A World of Costume in Cutout" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485259368575131058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFaHbLBkzYngCUjQo_JkOpT6yv01WOIynZsX41NU0KBPEjK21NtBjZUw_ZGlbLw3wyjQlCvGq9otLt3ivHl81whF7icx1LuT_DqIIHrMFoh762ovQS-1xdnZUZYQ5mL-m7cUUPGUYJhlgp/s400/IMG_0838.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49745056/costume-paper-dolls-a-world-of-costumes">A World of Costume in Cutout</a></span> is colorful and well illustrated. This paperback book is designed to be cut up and made into standing paper dolls arranged in scenic rooms. The fashion illustrations show historical examples in gorgeous color, making it hard to even think of cutting up this book's pages.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhADR-6xqNT-YKva8s6cK3CsD_GTc8PM90RZ9A8wiGu66y_qhtiQFvgBlkH4GeYCgnrCvWpjLTtLpHC8G5jte1KFoxSLyAej9HBsgrJC_dTECDJI5hN8hbk3WQPExbYzOlAQEyYsMsm8W_n/s1600/P8100019.JPG"><img alt="Hello Gorgeous" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485256560744781186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhADR-6xqNT-YKva8s6cK3CsD_GTc8PM90RZ9A8wiGu66y_qhtiQFvgBlkH4GeYCgnrCvWpjLTtLpHC8G5jte1KFoxSLyAej9HBsgrJC_dTECDJI5hN8hbk3WQPExbYzOlAQEyYsMsm8W_n/s400/P8100019.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 326px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49857919/50s-beauty-looks-retro-book-hello">Hello Gorgeous</a></span> is a tiny book, packed with terrific full color beauty ads from the 1940's, 1950's and 1960's. It is a great resource for graphic artists, fashion historians and those who love vintage fashion or want to re-create their own vintage look in hair and makeup.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPeaf_dZeJDCWQxpqum-8WGZA1SUPi1OxguCceqDNXyj5il0g7h-pXgLm8Mrg6W3H0xcc4xfQLvJtI1b1_QEyixFQj5OZnvuq14t5eh76teVzNkv_xFSQ-INVrZQ6V2mGmkC0KL3A382sf/s1600/P8100025.JPG"><img alt="70s Fashion Fiascos" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485256405004387634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPeaf_dZeJDCWQxpqum-8WGZA1SUPi1OxguCceqDNXyj5il0g7h-pXgLm8Mrg6W3H0xcc4xfQLvJtI1b1_QEyixFQj5OZnvuq14t5eh76teVzNkv_xFSQ-INVrZQ6V2mGmkC0KL3A382sf/s400/P8100025.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 265px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49858385/70s-vintage-fashion-book-lots-of-great">70s Fashion Fiascos</a></span> is full of great color photos from apparel catalogs of the 1970's. This includes shoes and other accessories, as well as amazing photos of men's wear during that decade (did they really look like that?). Whether you collect or wear vintage, design fashion or costumes, this little book is a must for your bookshelf.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRu9I6Tx3kWH4FKNDWtn3dzHNJcDF2Jho05i4fzh2boS5Q7GpEUVFiz5jymwWKHnxbrTab9gnlVP2hyphenhyphen7MnUQjAnp92D5wkxlslhX8eogydy8hA-8C0OyQn41Z50zi1so8bdLGasFAWd653/s1600/IMG_0828.JPG"><img alt="encyclopedia of world costume" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485256020455639602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRu9I6Tx3kWH4FKNDWtn3dzHNJcDF2Jho05i4fzh2boS5Q7GpEUVFiz5jymwWKHnxbrTab9gnlVP2hyphenhyphen7MnUQjAnp92D5wkxlslhX8eogydy8hA-8C0OyQn41Z50zi1so8bdLGasFAWd653/s400/IMG_0828.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49743180/costume-history-encyclopedia-of-world">Encyclopedia of World Costume</a></span> is an excellent book to use when looking for ideas, dating something, designing costume or fashion. The illustrations are line drawings with lots of great details. If you ever watched a movie and wondered about the costume era, this book will help you find that information. It is arranged by alphabetic topic, rather than historical order.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Dh_Xln3NSNAe_MEpvmkVIHU-QJB2gXHDc4iV3kT4n8xznDrfquXZ8qNH3N2hY0PqTincSuRne0DvrkOkbrU4C3NIR8gkwbRQOJbZzUu0GTX7KdHvBZEg4kxSDS5cJKv68D6FRFF4wQ1I/s1600/IMG_0848.JPG"><img alt="dressing the part" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485255733734729058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Dh_Xln3NSNAe_MEpvmkVIHU-QJB2gXHDc4iV3kT4n8xznDrfquXZ8qNH3N2hY0PqTincSuRne0DvrkOkbrU4C3NIR8gkwbRQOJbZzUu0GTX7KdHvBZEg4kxSDS5cJKv68D6FRFF4wQ1I/s400/IMG_0848.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49744358/dressing-the-part-costume-history-and">Dressing the Part</a></span> was published in 1950 as a revision to a 1938 costume history book. It has excellent information on historical costume for the costume designer, with special references on the era itself. The early 20th century section is a first hand account. It is illustrated with black line drawings, a reminder of the days when every costumer had to sketch her own drawings by hand. The author was the costumer at the famed Pasadena Playhouse during its golden years, so this is a sought after volume.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUa3F0dNqRJao_53DkG2B_iG5v0N5432-AsdoKbBSBOCumhZr7SfOUwiWM8dh7-C40UUVYQIwu4kzkJ1VLp54nnEhNF6FpRP2PhssBGgNEue55TFOBTnQ4HQCQ_VF6X-Y0b7YRWlz2_IqD/s1600/IMG_0832.JPG"><img alt="history of costume" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485257509474448530" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUa3F0dNqRJao_53DkG2B_iG5v0N5432-AsdoKbBSBOCumhZr7SfOUwiWM8dh7-C40UUVYQIwu4kzkJ1VLp54nnEhNF6FpRP2PhssBGgNEue55TFOBTnQ4HQCQ_VF6X-Y0b7YRWlz2_IqD/s400/IMG_0832.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 296px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;">History of Costume</span> was for many generations of costumers their bible. It has gorgeous line drawings, with occasional black and white photos of actual garments of the period. Collect this and you will have one of the best respected books on historical costume available.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgV68P3IBNHY3umMClnBOlkiMTeAjYT10NnadHk6nHddjBECfJlA6-n2nRFoUx7tncvQIo-HXMT5BmUcvPCJYHHHBm8UyD71EMvzxKbVsgE6-9z5XIpXsyQbcIFDCJuieYKP1QBqSdwt6I/s1600/IMG_0853.JPG"><img alt="Fashion, the changing shape" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485259068295391618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgV68P3IBNHY3umMClnBOlkiMTeAjYT10NnadHk6nHddjBECfJlA6-n2nRFoUx7tncvQIo-HXMT5BmUcvPCJYHHHBm8UyD71EMvzxKbVsgE6-9z5XIpXsyQbcIFDCJuieYKP1QBqSdwt6I/s400/IMG_0853.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><span style="font-weight:bold;">Fashion, The Changing Shape of Fashion Through the Years: <br /></span> Published in the 1970's, this book is illustrated with color and black and white photos, many from the 60's and 70's. Original paintings from historical eras are included, which give excellent examples of how fashion was worn by real people. This is a great book for anyone who wants to build their understanding of historical fashion: costumer, fashion designer or vintage fashion collector.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">BOOK LIST<br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49745056/costume-paper-dolls-a-world-of-costumes">A World of Costumes in Cutout, Lowndes and Kailer<br /></a><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49857919/50s-beauty-looks-retro-book-hello">Hello Gorgeous, Rachel C. Weingarten</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49858385/70s-vintage-fashion-book-lots-of-great">70's Fashion Fiascos, Maureen Valdes Marsh</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49743180/costume-history-encyclopedia-of-world">Encyclopedia of World Costume, Doreen Yarwood</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49744358/dressing-the-part-costume-history-and">Dressing the Part, Fairfax Proudfit Walkup </a><br /><br />History of Costume, Blanche Payne<br /><br />Fashion: The Changing Shape of Fashion Through the Years, Jane Dorner</span>

Vintage Fashion: Books to Collect, a Review

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