a look at vintage pattern sizing from 1920s-1950s
Size charts are never the same. one company makes their pieces extra slim another wants the customers to have a loose fit, they dictate the measurements and the fit.
Category explore
explore, new ways of seeing things, looking at the details including sewing techniques, fashion details, vintage paper patterns, history, and inspiration
“how to take measurements” ©1926
If there is any marked difference between your measurements and the pattern you intend using, study the diagrams on the following pages before you cut your goods.
sew your own vintage
what you like To sew your own vintage, it’s advisable to map out what you would like. Before you purchase a pattern, you should know what you would generally like to recreate. Gather inspiration from old movies, vintage magazines, vintage…
pattern care
how to use & properly store vintage paper sewing patterns, as well as tips on restoring torn or crumbling old + vintage paper patterns for future use.
8 Inspired Embellishment Techniques / Effektvolle Textilveredelung von A–Z
an ever evolving guide to textile embellishment techniques in german and english. embellishments / verzierungen | tammysueatmoss