simplicity 2851

Floral Fourties

by Starspangledheart on July 7, 2014 · 2 comments

in 1940s,Dresses

The late 40s are my favorite period and I’ve made yet another version of my favorite late 40s pattern-Simplicity 2851!

I made it up in a great vintage floral fabric that I got from a local sewing shop.

This is my first time making this pattern up in a print and it looks fabulous!

This makes the fourth time I’ve sewn up this pattern! And I’m sure I could make four more! Do you have a favorite pattern you love to make again and again?

More photos and construction notes over on the blog.

Tagged as: simplicity 2851

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Western for Summer

by Starspangledheart on May 15, 2013 · 2 comments

in 1940s,Dresses,Vintage Sewing

I’m not much of a country girl but I couldn’t resist adding a bit of western flare to my blue chambray dress!

I used Simplicity 2851 from 1949. I just love late 40s looks!

I used these cute metal buttons with stars and faux top stitching. And of course, it needed a self fabric belt!

More photos and construction details here.

Tagged as: 1940s, 1949, dress, new look, simplicity 2851, Vintage, western

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