If you are like me, then you cannot ever throw a piece of textile away until you are totally, utterly, absolutely sure you will never, ever, cross-your-heart-and-hope-to-die find a use for it at some unknown future time and date. I love re-using bits and bobs of discarded textiles to make cushions, patchworks, toys, bags or gifts. So when [...]
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This Sunday for the last catalog Sunday of Man Month are separates.
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I just finished remaking a cool WWI wool hat in a bright cool linen for a friend of mine. It was quite an interesting exercise. You can read more about it here, and here. Thanks!
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This Sunday I have men’s suits from the 30s and 40s.
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Hi everyone. This March I’ve dedicated Man Month on my blog. I’ll be posting lots of info and man related vintage sewing projects, scans and other treats. Please stop by and take a look! This Sunday I have catalog scans of men’s underthings from the early 40s. Thanks!
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My boyfriend and I had a prohibition era (1920-1933) themed party this past weekend and I wanted to share some pictures from the event and our outfits with you. I made my skirt and blouse from an original early 1930s dress pattern that I adapted for separates, and I made Brian’s pants and vest. The [...]
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At long last I have a project completed with a pic to show. I made this shirt for my husband to wear when he plays out – they do mostly oldies, so it seems appropriate to have something retro. The fabric has musical notes, and he loves the way his guitar contrasts with the bright [...]
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This Sunday is mens hats and suits. Dont we all wish our men could dress this dreamy?
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I never got around to blogging this cool robe I made for my husband for Xmas:It’s from a 1957 Simplicity men’s robe pattern:With dressing gown, towelling bathrobe and smoking jacket versions!! I made the dressing gown view from some JoAnn’s flannel. It was a dream to sew, he loves his robe, and my 5-year-old loved [...]
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