bolero

I can’t afford a real Shaheen… (Butterick B6019)

by Bex

in 1950s,Dresses,Vintage Sewing

Hi guys and gals! I’ve finally finished making Gertie’s Shaheen-inspired sarong dress (Butterick B6019) and I hope you like it! The pattern:                         My version:                               This pattern was HARD! [...]

Tagged as: B6019, bolero, butterick 6087, Butterick Retro Patterns, Gerties Patterns, sarong dress

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1950s Christmas

by Starspangledheart

in 1950s,Pattern Drafting,Skirts,Vintage Sewing

I’d worn the same Christmas dress for the last few years and decided that I just needed something new this year! I didn’t have any fabric that really screamed Christmas in my stash but I did have some red with black velvet polka dot fabric that was quite festive. I opted for a circle skirt [...]

Tagged as: 1950s, bolero, circle skirt, polka dot, sewing, Vintage, wearing history

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Fabric, in search of a pattern

by LadyD

in 1950s,Vintage Sewing

I have the most gorgeous fabric and I have a plan…all I need is a pattern. Here is my fabric.   And here is my ideal design….   Looking for a vintage/retro inspired sweetheart neck bodice and a little matching bolero jacket. Can anyone help me in locating a pattern? I can find dresses with [...]

Tagged as: bodice, bolero, retro, sweetheart neckline

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