Mainelydad

1970′s Mens Safari Jacket (with a few modifications)

by Mainelydad

in 1970s,Jackets,Mens

This is my most recent project.  Straight out of 1975 a safari style leisure suit.  The pattern is Simplicity 6887, and it’s easily found on Etsy and Ebay.  Was it really popular, or was it a dud.  Who knows?  My goal was to bring it into the present.      I know some people may [...]

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The “Cocoa Beach Shirt” — my first post here

by Mainelydad

in 1960s,Mens,Shirts,Vintage Sewing

   Thanks to Katherine for inviting me to post here.  I’m truly flattered, not to mention amazed that anyone pays attention to what happens on my silly little blog.  I’m one of those guys who sews.  The challenge and the sense of accomplishment that I get propels me from project to project.  Plus I get [...]

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