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 [...]
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1950s,
bolero,
circle skirt,
polka dot,
sewing,
Vintage,
wearing history
This blouse was such an easy make. And it is such a comfortable and flattering style. I’m not sure what era it is. Im thinking 1950s but I always struggle to find a date on vintage patterns. Does anyone know? The pattern description reads: “Wing collared blouses for casual and dress-up occasions” and I think [...]
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1940s,
1950s,
blouse,
Butterick,
polka dot,
red,
red and black,
sewing,
Vintage,
vintage sewing,
winged collar
Alright, ok, you got me, it’s not retro…but I’m making it retro! I have a little problem with sailor addiction everyone, yes, its true, I’m a nautical freak! I love that 50′s pin up aesthetic, the red and blue, the hats! I mean, who doesn’t want to look like this. I totally do! My attempt [...]
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colette,
jasmine,
nautical,
polka dot,
sailor,
wool