News — 1950's

This is the second of two new multi-size patterns in honor of my Flirty 50's Pattern Challenge, the 1953 Evening Dress: A small pleat is taken in each side of the center front skirt piece and the pleat is then lapped over each skirt front/skirt side front seam to create the box-pleats.  The same process is done with respect to the skirt back. The front and back gathered drapes are assembled and basted to the stitched bodice; then the top edges are finished off when the lining is stitched along the top edge and turned to the inside.  In the case...

Do you Pinterest?  I have an interest in Pinterest, August's most pinned from my pattern boards are the following.  A nice representation from the 1920's, 30's, 40's & 50's! 1956 Swim or Play suit & Skirt   1940's One-yard Apron   1936 Set of Hats   1920's Golfing Knickers (Plus Fours)  

I issued two new multi-size patterns in honor of my Flirty 50's Pattern Challenge.   So, this is a great time to introduce my 'Pattern Tour'.  A new blog department in which I will highlight each pattern by delving into its delicious details and any heads-up or pointers when sewing it up!  First pattern is the 1953 Shorts, Bra, Skirt & Shirt. First, I have this pattern available with all four pieces, in three pieces (bra, shorts & shirt) or for the shirt only (these options are on the ordering page). The shirt is cut kimono style as the sleeves are in...