Lauren
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Free Clip Art- Edwardian Frames
Hi all! Long time no post! I recently ran across…
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Free 1″ Sided Hexagons for EPP- And a Quick Method I use for Making Them
More free hexies! I didn’t bother putting my logo, etc…
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Merry Go Round Skirt- Pocket Hack by Maria of Sew Through Time!
Hello! I’m so very excited to share that Maria of…
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Freebie- 5/8″ & 3/4″ Sided Hexagons for English Paper Piecing
(Old pic just for visual, this file is smaller size…
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Suit-A-Long- Original Period Instructions
Hi there! After all these years, it’s come to my…
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The Life and Death of James McCall
James McCall was the founder of McCall Patterns, and while…
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How to Sew a Bias Facing for a Neckline Ribbon Casing
This tutorial is for Wearing History Resto-vival #R162- The late…
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1955- “Pattern Companies Include Designs by Big Names in ‘Haute Couture’”
I came across this article today while researching a pattern…
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Musings: Historical Accuracy and Paper Sewing Patterns for Early 20th Century Sewing
I always believe it’s wonderful to choose our own adventure…
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New Pattern- R160 1950s Skirt with Scalloped Detailing
Hurrah! New pattern time! Early 1950s skirt with scalloped detail…
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Circa 1916 Tunic Skirt Pattern
Photo visual for the waist treatment of the Wearing History…
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R159- 1930s Frilled Blouse
The 1930s Frilled Blouse pattern is up and finished. Woohoo!…
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Video Tutorial- How to Sew Shirring to a Stay
Shirring to a stay is a vintage and historical sewing…
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How to Sew a Lapped Seam- Resources
Links to tutorials and videos that feature how to sew…
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1910s, 1916, fashion history, pattern line, pattern preservation project, repro patterns, vintage patternsPattern Preservation Line: New 1916 Evening Bodice- Behind the Seams
I’m very excited to announce the fourth pattern for the…
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Sold at Auction- Regency Era Dresses
The Kerry Taylor Auction House recently had an incredible collection…
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Two Antique Purses- Short Videos
Hi All! Call me crazy, but I’ve been dipping my…
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Introducing the Pattern Preservation Project-
What happens if you’ve been blessed with amazing historical resources,…
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McCall Patterns, January 1948
There has been a box of magazines sitting, ignored, for…
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Video Tutorial- How to Finish a Collar with Bias Facing
It’s been a long time coming, but I’ve finally made…
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1915 Fashion- Skirts “Short” and Voluminous
This article comes from the October, 1915 issue of the…
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Little House on the Prairie Crocheted Cap- Historical Inspiration
This is a bit of a wacky post, and outside…
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An Early Republic (Regency) Era Portrait, a Cap, and Volcanoes
I finally remembered to come back and share photos of…
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Fashion & Beauty Advice and a 19th Century Bra Advert, July 1898
Here is an “early” brassiere. Interestingly, it has straps to…
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On Weddings and Engagements, July 1898
These are suggestions written by Ruth Ashmore in July, 1898…
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Summer Shoes & Mourning Advice, July 1898
Both of these come from the same page in a…
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A Vintage 1920s Marshall Field & Co Wedding Dress
As mentioned in my last post, I recently went to…
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An Estate Sale in a 1920s House
This weekend well and truly felt like Summer! After weeks…
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1898- Ribbon Trimming for Hats
If there’s one thing iconic about 1890’s hats, it’s got…
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Where Do My Blog Images Come From?
Just a really quick note, as I realize that I…
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Fashions of 1910- New Princesse Gowns
This great (somewhat long) article is from the June, 1910…
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Victorian “Tear Catchers”- a Frequent Myth
Every so often, this image, or similar images, make the…
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A 1920s Linen Skirt
A “LaterBlog” (instead of “Latergram”), I realized when posting yesterday…
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Some 1930s Sewing, Some Edwardian Crochet
Alas, my return to (regular-ish) blogging attempt was thwarted by…
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Finally! Wearing the Sagebrush 1930s Blouse
We went to a fun antique tractor show this last…
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A Regency Era Cap (Possibly)
In a moment of pure madness, I included this cap…
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New Pattern- Child’s 1940s Two-Piece Play Suit
New pattern time! I actually started this pattern last summer,…
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1940s Blouse and Skirt Video Tutorials
These videos were made in 2019 for the “Montana” 1940s…
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1910- Irish Crochet Trimmings for Dresses- AND the Sahlin Perfect Form
It’s time for a pattern freebie! Although this is quite…
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Home Sewing is Easy- Free 1950s Sewing PDF
To help with your vintage sewing adventures, here’s a free…
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Cars of the Year 2000- A 1960s View of the Future
While researching this particular pattern, I came across this interesting…
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Introducing “Hawthorn” 1950s Blouse Pattern
New Pattern! My May 2024 pattern release! I have this…
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Gauzrib- Knitted “Vest” Underwear, 1910
If you’ve followed my blog for a while, you’ve probably…
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This is Not AI. Sun Valley, 1946
I’ve been trying to spend less time online. It’s been…
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1953- How to Let Out a Dress
I recently acquired some vintage goodies from my late aunt,…
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1905 Embellished Stockings
A look at hand embroidered stockings from May, 1905. Did…
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1937- Cutex Nail Polish Shades, Fashion, and Celebrity Marketing
I love a paper doll, and this ad for Cutex…
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1914- Pre-Printed Fabric Blouses to Embroider
From a 1914 “Artikraft” needlework catalog I have, comes this…
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1940’s Rayon Panties- An Alternate to Satin Tap Pants
Did you know that 1940s gals weren’t just limited to…
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2023 Sewing and Crafting Year in Review
It’s April and I’m finally just getting around to documenting…
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R155- Sagebrush 1930s Blouse Pattern
Introducing the newest pattern! This blouse from the early 30s…
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AC133- Ladies Wrap Pattern- Circa 1921-1922
Hello all! If you’ve been following along on my Instagram,…
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Wearing History Pattern News- Re-routing Productivity & Re-Direction
Hello All, What a wild year 2023 ended up being…
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Video Tutorial- Sailor Girl Playsuit Collar
I recently got a question about how to sew the…
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Merry Go Round Circle Skirt- Photos!
I finally have some photos of the circle skirt I…
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Lounging at the Lido- New Sample Photos!
If you’ve been around for a while you may recognize…
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“Promenade Deck” 1930s Dress Pattern- Sample Photos!
Newly finished just a few weeks ago (at time of…
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Eliza 1910s Dress Pattern- Finally with Photos!
After quite a challenging late Spring and busy summer, I…
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AC131- How to Sew the Novelty Sleeve
This is the final tutorial is for Wearing History pattern…
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AC131- How to Attach the Side Ties
This tutorial is for Wearing History #AC131, the Side-Tied Blouse…
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How To: Bias Facing a Neckline and Slit Opening
This tutorial was made for AC131- Circa 1920 Side-Tied Blouse…
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A Period Overview of AC131- 1920 Side-Tied Blouse
Pattern #AC131- Circa 1920 Side-Tied Blouse. This pattern is from…
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AC131- Circa 1920 Side-Tied Blouse Pattern Tutorials
This post is a holding place for photo tutorial index…
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Pattern Hack- Pockets for Smooth Sailing Trousers Pattern
I’ve been meaning to do this for ages! Here’s a…
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Errata- Filomena 1930s Evening Dress Pattern Correction
It’s come to my attention that I had a mistake…
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Making a Vacation Hat- May, 1905
If there’s one skill that seems to be a historical…
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1914- Knit and Woven Combinations, Princess Slips, and More Notes on 1910s Underwear
There can’t be too many people who get as thrilled…
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Additional Help- View 2 of Moderne 1930s Dress Bodice
The Moderne 1930s Dress (3015) was one of the first…
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McCall Fashions, February, 1945
If there’s one thing I inherited from my mother (and…
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Unboxing and Sharing Antique Clothing Treasures!
When a wonderful follower reached out to me and asked…
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Pattern Hack: Lana 1940s Crop Tops- Use Ties and Taping To Keep a Low Neckline On Your Shoulders
I’ve been sewing View C of the “Lana” 1940s crop…
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Photo Tutorial: “Merry Go Round” Skirt Opening
This is a photo tutorial for the skirt opening for…
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Free Edwardian-WWI Era Sewing Books
This blog post is meant to be an index for…
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1918 “Knitting Nerves”- Women Fight Back!
A few days ago I posted an article about “Knitting…
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Finished Project: Mid 1930’s Plaid Coat
Finally, a finished project! And I’m actually posting it on…
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Controlling Fullness- a 1930s Example
My friend, Charity, asked me to post this information somewhere…
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Look Out for WWI “Knitting Nerves”!
During WWI the American Homefront went knitting mad! With the…
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R148- 1940s Pajamas Waistband Tutorial
Introducing the first pattern of 2023! This pajama pattern includes…
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Disneyland Tips- New Post-Pandemic Experience
Outside my normal postings (and yes! I do believe Covid…
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French Fashions from October, 1908
It has been a while since I posted anything for…
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1928- Embroidered Organdie
This pretty little image is from The Modern Priscilla magazine…
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August 1928- Crisco Summer Desserts
This little gem with delightfully mouth-watering illustrations comes from the…
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Free Betty Grable Coloring Pages!
I found this fun coloring book recently at a flea…
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Pattern Correction: 1940s Sailor Playsuit
Hi All, A very kind customer brought to my attention…
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More French Corsets, October 1908
Another quick little look at corsets from 1908. This first…
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October 1908 “Corsets Stella”
An Primary Source Example of Variety and Bust Support in…
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All the “Leslie” 1950s Skirt Video Tutorials
The “Leslie” 1950s skirt is by far my best selling…
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Contradictions of Fashion- the Form Fitting Dress and the Gigantic Hats of 1908
If there’s one thing I love as much as fashion…
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Video Lecture: Circa 1914 Bodice- Antique Example and Pattern Study
In this video I share a bodice I purchased from…
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Kitchen Cabinets (Now Hoosier Cabinets), 1928
This article about kitchen cabinets comes out of a Modern…
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1928- Old and Modern Quilting & Appliquéd Bag
Another set of lovely pages from the Modern Priscilla 1928…
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Priscilla Fashions, 1928- Distinguished by Smart Simplicity
I just got a really, REALLY cool new toy thanks…
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Free Add-On– 1899 Cape Tab
My 1899 “Ponderosa” cape was released in December of 2021…
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Printing E-Patterns– Removing Printer Margins
I am a little ashamed to admit that I only…
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1950s Wanda Jacket- Video Sewing Tutorials
Hey all! Here’s all the 1950s Wanda Jacket tutorials in…
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Edwardian Hairstyles
Ok, folks- these have been living on my desktop for…
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Free Patterns– Pretty Yokes For Knit 1910s Underwear
I have been meaning to post this for over a…
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Fashions for February 1913
The following images are from an original issue of Needlecraft…
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Suit-A-Long- 1910s Plain Collar Tutorial
This is an extremely tardy blog post for the 1916…
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Free Crochet Pattern- Circa 1915 Kimono Jacket
A while ago I came across an amazing little handmade…
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Cottage Core- Why the 2020s are the new 1920s (or Earlier!)
Ok, so yes, I did make a silly title, but…
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New Pattern! Early 1940s Trench Coat
New Pattern!! This Resto-Vival pattern is based on an original…
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In the News! Magazines I was featured in– 2019-2020
I am so excited to say I was featured in…
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Why Does It Cost More To Sew Your Own?
Something I’ve been hearing quite a lot lately is this:…
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Finished Project- Regency Stays
I finished these Regency stays back in May or June…
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In Progress– 1930s Peach Wool Dress & Jacket
I’m pretty excited to be back in the 1930s. I…
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Finished Project- 18th Century Inspired Natural Form Dress
If you’ve been a long time blog follower you’ll know…
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Why Social Media May Not Be the Best Thing for Me
The craziest year I remember is drawing to a close,…
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1908 Thanksgiving Recipes
It’s nearly time for one of the biggest holiday meals…
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Tips for Historical Costuming on a Budget
I posted a vintage sewing version of this some years…
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September 1904- The New Coats and Wraps
I have another lovely page from the Ladies Home Journal.…
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Sept 1904- Mrs Ralston’s Chat About Autumn Clothes
This comes from the September 1904 issue of the Ladies…
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Smooth Sailing Pattern in Extended Plus Size!
If you’re following me over on Instagram or Facebook, you…
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A Needlework Scrap Book- And Free Camisole Crochet Patterns
We recently made a trip back to see family (don’t…
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1913- Home Garments for Women and Children
This 1913 page might not be as interesting to some…
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July 1913- Styles with Individuality
It always amuses me that magazines (or today blogs and…
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Look at the Past- Advice from 1913 on Selling Needlecraft
Just like today, people of the past were looking to…
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1913- The Renaissance of Macrame- Free Handbag Pattern
Macrame seems to be making a comeback again right now!…
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Free Crochet & Tatting Patterns- Dainty Neckwear from 1912
This fun little page of patterns comes from Needlecraft Magazine,…
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A Set of Pretty Underwear, May 1914
Today I have a great little article from 1914 to…
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Save The Wheat- 1918 Flour Conserving Recipes
What did our 1918 counterparts do during a flour shortage?…
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Freebie- 1930s Crocheted Evening Cape
Hello everyone! I’ve got a fun little freebie for you.…
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Research: Edwardian Ribbon Corsets Part III
Continuing the series of period mention of ribbon corsets. The…
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Research: Edwardian Ribbon Corsets Part II
Continuing the research of the ribbon corset and it’s variants,…
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Research: Edwardian Ribbon Corsets Part I
Ribbon Corsets are one of those things which I feel…
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1904- Talks with the Girl Who Makes Her Own Holiday Clothes
Today I’m sharing a fun article with you that was…
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FREEBIE- 1/2″ English Paper Piecing Hexies Printable Template
I’ve caught the English Paper Piecing bug, and since I…
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Wet Feet! 1857 Warning Against Fashionable Shoes
Excerpted from “The Art of Preserving Health and Beauty- Essay…
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2018 Sewing Year in Review
It’s May and I’m finally remembering to share what I…
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Washing (Laundry Tips)- May, 1857
Here’s a very interesting little article from 1857 about the…
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Construction Study- 1900s Infant Slip
This wonderful circa 1900-1910s baby slip was a recent estate…
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Hints on Pressing Seams, 1912
Random information about pressing seams, buttonholes, and hatpins from the…
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Edwardian Pincushions- April, 1912
Everywhere The Pincushion This charming article was originally published in…
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1912- Dainty Corset Covers Using Bermuda Fagoting & Teneriffe Lace
In this article from Needlecraft from April, 1912, two lovely…
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Free Pattern! 1912 Crocheted Corset Cover
I’m happy to be giving away a FREE e-pattern today…
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April 1912- Fashions and Fabrics
I recently came across a whole slew of 1910s-1920s Needlecraft…
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Pattern Hack Tutorial- Raising the Back of the 1940s Sports Dress Pattern
Horray! A new pattern! At the time of writing this…
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The Weighty Responsibility of Too Much Stuff
Like almost everyone else on the internet this week, I…
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1920s Sleepy Time Dollies & Clothes for Babies
Here’s two more cute scans from my recent acquisition of leaflets…
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Filet Crochet for Baby- Early 1920s Free Pattern
I recently came across a very large collection of vintage…
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Finished Project: A Toddler Dress from 1897
I have a huge stack of La Mode Illustrees. Like,…
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It’s a Classic Film Christmas- Movies to Watch
Is your Netflix home page full of those *modern* movie…
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A Christmas in Conneticut Inspired Ensemble
My favorite Christmas movie has to be “Christmas in Connecticut”…
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Video Tutorial- 1910s Canteen Uniform & Sewing “Hemmed Placket”
In this video tutorial I talk a bit about the…
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Dating Vintage Patterns- The Patent Misconception
When you find a date on a vintage pattern envelope,…
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Video Tutorial- Using Wearing History E-Patterns
In this video I talk about the tips and tricks…
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How to Put Together A Wardrobe- 1938
Do you want to dress vintage daily but have no…
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Finished Project- 1940’s “Windbreaker” Jacket
Another finished project post! This was started early in 2018,…
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Finished Project- Truly Victorian’s Late Edwardian Petticoat
Hey! I actually documented a finished project! Yay! Can I…
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Announcing Scroop Printed Patterns!
Introducing Scroop Printed Patterns! I’m so excited to have teamed…
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1910s Camisole Giveaway! And Sew-A-Long!
Hurrah! I’ve teamed up with Romantic Recollections for her latest…
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An Argument for Under Vests- or- Are We Over-Simplifying 1900s Underwear?
I have a hypothesis that’s been a long time coming.…
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Dressmaking Details- Black Chiffon 1930 Dress
Today I’m sharing probably one of the most beautiful early…
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Dressmaking Details- 1920’s Dress
I’m passing on this 1920’s dress to a new home…
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WWI Fashion- Skirts and Blouses- 1918-1919
Here are a few lovely pages from the John Wanamaker…
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Free 1918 Knitting/Crochet Pattern! Ladies Sweater and Baby’s Cap and Sacque.
Hello! I have another knitting freebie for you from the…
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Free Crochet Pattern! 1918 Sweater and Cap
I’ve got a fun little freebie for you today! I…
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Video Tutorial: Pleating the Moderne Pattern Skirt
Hello All! The Moderne Pattern was one of the first multi-size…
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Pattern Supplement! Interfacing Cutting Charts for Sailor Girl Playsuit
Hi Everyone! Today I’ve got a little add-on. The Sailor…
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New Pattern! The 1930’s Nanette Blouse
Horray! New Pattern Time! This lovely little pattern release has…
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Video Tutorial- How to Sew a Bias Facing For a Cuff
This tutorial was made for the Gina 1930’s Dress Pattern,…
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Video Tutorial: How to Attach Gina Dress Yoke to Bodice
The hardest part of the new 1930’s Gina Dress pattern…
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New Pattern! The 1930’s “Gina Dress”
The NEW Wearing History 1930’s “Gina Dress” pattern is…
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2016 Sewing and Crafting Year in Review
2016 was a very unordinary sewing year for me. I…
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What Real People Wore: Volume 19
It has been a very long time since I blogged,…
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Updated Wearing History Patterns Use Policy
I have recently updated the Wearing History Patterns use policy.…
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Tutorial- Baby Bag Ribbon and Binding
This tutorial is for the 1930’s Baby Layette Pattern. In…
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How to Download Your Wearing History E-Pattern
Hello all! This is just a quick tutorial for how…
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Tutorial- 1930’s Layette- Baby Bag Prep & Zipper
This tutorial is for the 1930s Baby Layette pattern. In…
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Upcoming Wearing History Maternity Leave
(Image source) It’s coming up on that time! Just a…
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Tutorial- How to Make a Blanket Stitch
This tutorial was created for the 1930’s Baby Layette pattern.…
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Tutorial- Bagging Out a Lining of the Baby Jacket
This tutorial was created for the 1930’s Baby Layette Pattern.…
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Tutorial: Video- How to Hand Gather and Attach Lace
This tutorial was created for the 1930s Baby Layette Pattern,…
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Tutorial: Video- How to Finish Seams with the Overhand Stitch
This tutorial was made for the 1930’s Baby Layette pattern,…
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Tutorial: Video- How to Sew Tiny Sleeves into Tiny Armholes
This tutorial was created for the Wearing History 1930’s Baby…
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Tutorial: Baby Gown- Gather Neck Edge to Bias Binding
This tutorial was created for the 1930’s Baby Layette Pattern…
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Tutorial: How to Sew a Release Tuck
This tutorial is made for the 1930’s Baby Layette pattern,…
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Tutorial- How to Sew a Center Front Button Placket
Do you find a center front placket intimidating to sew? This…
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Tutorial: How To Mark and Make Small Tucks As Given on Vintage Patterns
This tutorial was created for the 1930’s Baby Layette Pattern to…
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New Pattern! 1930s Baby Layette
New Pattern Time! I’m so excited to introduce the newest…
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A Talk with Worth About Clothes- August, 1913
It seems like Worth is all the rage in the historical…
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Dresses I Saw at the Races- August, 1913.
I love crazy 1900s-1910s high fashion styles, and none are…
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Reigning Men- Menswear Exhibit at LACMA
Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the Reigning…
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Pattern Correction: Moderne Art Deco Dress
It has come to my attention that dot markings were…
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Tips for Surviving a Costume Event while Pregnant
If you haven’t been following my Instagram or Facebook page,…
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How To Sew 1940’s Panties Gusset
This tutorial is for the 1940’s Panties & Bloomers Pattern,…
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Pattern Correction: 1940’s Panties & Bloomers
It has come to our attention that there was a…
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New Pattern! 1939 Blouse, Shorts, Skirt, & Girdle
New Pattern Day!!! Yay! This pattern is from circa 1939…
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1911- Hairdressing for Young Girls
If anyone else grew up with the Anne of Green…
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Finished Project: 1935 Pleated Dress
Hooray! A finished project! I just love the 1930s. It…
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Finished Project: A Fairy Tale Wool Regency Dress and a Pattern Review
When you make your costumes or clothing do you make…
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Finished Project: 18th Century Stays
Finally! These are finished! My (mostly) hand sewn 18th century…
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How to Make Your Own Shoulder Pads
Hey all! While I was making the sample for the…
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Veronica Coat Tutorials: Continuing with the Collar
In this post I’ll show how to attach the top…
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2015 Sewing & Crafting Year in Review
I’m a bit late with my review this year. I…
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Veronica Coat Tutorials: Taping & Interfacing the Collar
This is the second tutorial for the Veronica 1940’s Coat…
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Veronica Coat Tutorials: Sewing the Pockets & Catchstitching
This is the first tutorial for the Veronica 1940’s Coat…
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My Christmas Gift To You- 1910’s Holiday Wish Book Catalog
Hi all! I meant to get this up to you…
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New sewing pattern! Veronica 1940’s Coat
Introducing Veronica- 1940’s Coat Pattern! In sizes 30″-42″ Bust. Special…
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Finished Project: 1870s Plaid Evening Bodice & The Social Daunce Irregulars Holiday Ball
This is a multi-purpose blog post because I’ve just finished…
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November Costume Design Challenge: Week 1 Roundup!
I’ve been having so much fun seeing what everyone has…
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Join The November Costume Design Challenge!
I’ve seen a lot of fun Instagram challenges going around…
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Finished Project: 1920’s Cruise Dress
Catching up on a finished project post! This was made…
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Fall Photo Contest! Win Awesome Prizes for Your Vintage Looks!
I’m very honored to be guest judging the Fall Photo…
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Behind the Scenes: A Bit About What I Do
I was recently lamenting to some friends some of the things…
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Finished Project: Natural Form Gala Gown for Costume College
This year’s Costume College was the first of many in…
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1910s Camisole or Corset Cover Pattern & Waist Stay Tutorial
Hooray!!! New pattern time! Romantic Recollections and I have been…
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1916- Fashions for Warm Days: What she will Need Most for the Country and Seashore
Today I have a lovely image I cleaned up to share…
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Bathing Suit Sewing: Sewing the Godets
This is the last tutorial for the Bathing Beauty Pattern.…
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Bathing Suit Sewing: Sewing The Gusset
Hi there! Since Summer is now in full swing, I…
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Extant Garments: WWII Air Raid Suit or Siren Suit
This Spring my husband and I went to a dance…
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Patriotic Table Settings from 1904
Tomorrow’s the Fourth of July! To share some vintage cheer,…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: FINAL POST! Remaining Fasteners
This is the very last post for the Air Raid…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Center Front Buttons and Buttonholes
Continuing the Air Raid Suit Pattern sewing tutorials. In this…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Side Buttons and Buttonholes
Continuing the Air Raid Suit Pattern sewing tutorials. In this…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Back Buttons and Buttonholes
We’re back at it with the Air Raid Suit sewing.…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Belt
Continuing the Air Raid Suit pattern tutorials. This is the…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Collar
Continuing the Air Raid Suit sewing tutorials. We’re close to…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Front Fly
Continuing the tutorials for the Air Raid Suit Pattern. We’ve…
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Announcing the Melody Print as YARDAGE!
Hi everyone! I’m happy to announce that home sewists can…
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Wearing History Clothing- Clearance Sale and Updates
Hi folks! Can you believe it’s been a YEAR since…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Center Front Facing
Continuing the sewing tutorials for the Air Raid Suit pattern.…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Front Bodice to the Front Slacks
Continuing on the sewing photo tutorials for the Air Raid…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Slacks Facings
How’s your Air Raid Suit coming? I hope these have…
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New Pattern! Bathing Beauty 1940’s Swim Suit
Hurrah! New pattern just in time for warmer weather! You…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Back Pockets, Pants Seams, and Pants Tabs
This is kind of a “catch you up on steps…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Front Pants Pockets & Pleats
Continuing the tutorials for the Air Raid Suit sewing pattern.…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Making Tabs & Attaching Them to Sleeves
Sorry for the delay in posting! I’m back at…
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Congratulations to the 2015 Photo Contest Winners!
All the Facebook votes and the secret judges votes have…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Back Bodice Facing
How was everyone’s weekend? Hopefully you’re all rested up and…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Bodice Side Seams
In this post we’ll do the bodice side seams on…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Making Flat Felled Seams (Or Faking It)
Sorry for the delay in posting! It’s been busy, busy…
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PSA- Smoot Sailing RTW Are Selling Out Again!
Hi everyone! I just want to give you a heads…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Back Bodice Pleats
Continuing the sewing tutorials for the Air Raid Suit pattern.…
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Air Raid Suit Sewing- Intro & Attaching Pockets
Hi everyone! Yesterday I released the Phyllis Air Raid Suit…
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Finished Project- Air Raid Suit or Coveralls.
Ta da! Perfectly in time for the Historical Sew Monthly,…
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New Pattern Day! WWII Air Raid Suit or Coverall Pattern
Hooray!!! New pattern day! Introducing Phyllis- named for my…
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Finished Projects: Regency Shift and Short Stays
Ok, so I really only just finished the shift. The…
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Extant Garment: Circa 1911 Evening Dress
Yesterday I had an amazing day with my friend, Lauren,…
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New Dress Day! The Grace Dress from Wearing History Clothing
– – Already SOLD OUT. Thanks, everyone! – – I’m…
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Finished Project (and Pattern Sample): “Elsie” 1910’s Blouse
I finally have a finished project to share! Here’s a…
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New Website, More Smooth Sailing Trousers, and Update for E-Pattern Backers
Cross Posted from Kickstarter, in case anyone missed it. Hi…
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Wearing History Updates: Etsy, Vat, & New Site
Hi Everyone, Just wanted to check in and update about…
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Outfit Post: Agent Carter Inspired at the LA Air Raid
Last night was the Great Los Angeles Air Raid, an…
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Update: E-Patterns and Digital VAT
*Update- 2016- I now sell E-patterns worldwide on http://wearinghistory.clothing AND…
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Pattern Website Changes & EU VAT Requirements
*Update- 2016- I now sell E-patterns worldwide on http://wearinghistory.clothing AND…
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The Maisie Dresses are Here! And That’s a Wrap!
Reposted from Kickstarter Updates: Hi everyone! I’m very excited to…
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New Sewing Patterns For WWI Era Goodness.
I’ve been a busy little bee! Still working in the…
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A BIG THANK YOU post for my Kickstarter backers
A little later than planned, but I want to personally…
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Wearing History Clothing: Updates for 3rd Week in December
Hello everyone! Last week I neglected to post an update…
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Wearing History Clothing: Updates for 1st Week of December
Howdy all! I’ve been doing all updates on the Kickstarter…
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Moderne Pattern- Instruction Correction
Hello! A wonderful customer brought to my attention that the…
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Video Blog: Post-Kickstarter Update + Tips for Aspiring Designers
Howdy! I have a little video update I put together…
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Wearing History Clothing Updates!
Hi Everyone! I want to let you in on where…
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Pre-Sale! Smooth Sailing Trousers- Now in More Waist Sizes!
Just added two more waist sizes to the Smooth Sailing…
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Free Knitting Patterns- 1902 Ladies Vests
Hello! Happy Monday! I’ve got a great little freebie for…
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Pre-Order NOW for Discounts! 3 DAYS LEFT! Plus a Fabric Update!
Hello everyone! I have an announcement about the custom printed…
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Stretch Goal Updates, Including Sizing Info, Etc
Hello everyone! We’ve got just under a week left for…
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WE MADE IT! What’s next? The Stretch Goal!
WE MADE IT! With your help, we were able to…
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A Primer: 1930’s-1950’s Trousers & Pants For Women
One of the most desired articles of clothing in a…
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Finished Project: Irene Castle & Lucile Inspired Gala Dress
Hello! Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. Today, I’m finally…
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Free Victorian Knitting Patterns: 1854 Men’s Traveling Cap + Knitted Flowers
Two posts, two days in a row? I’m…
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Costume College Saturday
Finally continuing my Costume College posts- Saturday I had several…
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Wearing History Clothing Kickstarter NOW LIVE!!
OUR KICKSTARTER IS NOW LIVE!!! Please help by sharing and…
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Wearing History Clothing E-Commerce Store Live!
I’m happy to announce that my brand new E-Commerce site…
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Costume College- Thursday and Friday
Costume College 2014 has come and gone already. I can’t…
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Starting a New Regency Tailcoat
I’m back from Costume College (photos to follow soon) and…
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SUIT A LONG: JACKET PART 4: COLLARS
Well hello again everyone. I’m glad you’re back for my…
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SUIT A LONG: JACKET PART 2: POCKETS BY ALLY
Suit-along: The Pockets on Your Jacket. Right then lovelies, you’ve…
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First Peek at Wearing History Clothing!
Hi all! SO EXCITED to finally share what I’ve been working…
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Updates: Wearing History Clothing and Other Stuff
Hi! I’ve been SO bad at blogging lately. It’s mostly…
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Important Poll- Tell Me Your Trouser Preferences
Howdy, Everyone! I’m back from a 10 day trip visiting…
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Wearing History Clothing- Updates!
Hi Everyone! It’s been a little while since my last…
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Part 8: Suit A Long- How to Hem the Skirt- Guest Post by Ally
Well Hello Everyone I’m Ally from Honey Pot Creations, primarily…
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Part 7: Suit A Long: How To Attach The Inner Skirt Waistband
This is the single most part of the skirt construction…
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Suit-A-Long: How to Sew the Skirt Placket
I’m finally able to take a few minutes and work…
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Oops? 1910s Suit Pattern Correction
It came to my attention that the e-pattern for the…
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Part 5: Suit A Long. How Should the Skirt Be Constructed?
Hello! Sorry for my lack of posting. I spent 5…
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Part 4: Suit-a-Long. How do I enlarge the skirt?
As mentioned in the last post, the proportions of standard…
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Part 3: Suit-A-Long. What Size Do I Choose?
Howdy! We’ve covered what pattern to order and what fabrics…
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Part 2: Suit-A-Long. What fabric do I buy?
Welcome to the second post in the Suit A Long!…
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Part 1: Suit-A-Long! Let’s Go!
Welcome to the Suit-a-Long! Well, whether or not you’re participating,…
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I Need Your Input! To Help Me Make What You Want, Take My Survey!
Wow, everyone! I am so blessed and thankful for your…
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Fulfilling Dreams- A New Direction for Wearing History
This is an exciting and still a hard post to…
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NEW PATTERN! 1910’s Suit Pattern & A Sew-A-Long!
Hi everyone! Remember this pattern? I’m gearing up to release…
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Studio Vignettes- Snapshots of What Inspires Me
I’ve just emerged from underneath a massive pile of paperwork.…
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Sew For Victory! 1940’s Sew-a-Long
I’ve got some super exciting news! Not only is Rochelle…
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Sunday Inspiration: 1905 Corset, Suspenders, and Stockings.
I had scanned in several more pages from the 1905…
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Finished Project: 1919 Knitted Slipover “Bodice”
I have been working on this on and off for…
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Finished Projects: Edwardian S-Curve Corset + “Improvers”
If you’re following me on Instragram, you may have seen…
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Inspiration: 1905 Corsets
Today I have, what I think, are the most gorgeous…
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1910s Suit A Long- Original Fashion Illustration + Badge
Howdy! Today I’m hoping to get some good pattern work…
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In progress: Early 1920’s Combinations
I’m not a one of those girls that’s really into…
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1910s Suit Sew-A-Long- Answering a Few Preliminary Questions
Today I’m going to answer a few questions that came…
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Inspiration L.A.- Vintage Americana Show
This last weekend was the L.A. Vintage Weekend in downtown…
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Research & Musings: Regency Stays Vol. II
I had so many thoughts when I posted my last…
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1910s Suit Pattern- Sew-A-Long?
Hello all! I’m just in beginning stages of testing the…
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Research & Musings: Regency Era Short Stays Vs. Long Stays
This week Beth (of V is for Vintage) and I…
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New Pattern Time! 1940’s Hats + How to Tie a Turban Video
Hello! I just finished up another new pattern! YAY! I’ve…
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In Progress: Late 1920’s Pajamas
I so seldom remember to do “in progress” blog posts,…
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Lessons in a Pattern Envelope: What NOT to Do to Your Patterns
I’ve been collecting and selling vintage patterns for quite a…
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In 2014- Wearing History goes 1910s-WWI Era
I’m so excited about some of what I have in…
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Sophie Jacket How-To: Assembling the Upper Collar
In this post we’re going to focus on the upper…
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Finished Project: Knit for Victory Sweater & Sailor Trousers
Yay! Two finished projects! I jumped on the bandwagon to…
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Tailoring How-To: The Pad Stitch & Prepping Collar Pieces
Hello there! Smart gal that I was, I took photos…
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Video Blog: About “Sophie” and Victorian Patterns
Hello! Oh my goodness, I am SO THANKFUL for your…
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1898- Trim Design Inspiration
I’ve already announced the new, lovely jacket pattern- Sophie. Here…
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New Pattern Time!! Sophie- 1899 Jacket Pattern
Hurrah!! It’s been three years coming, but I FINALLY have…
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1898- Home Dressmaker Advice + Free Clip Art
Hello there! Here’s another bit to share from a Ladies…
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1890’s Inspiration: Home-Made Muffs and Collarettes
I am working on a new 1890’s pattern, so as…
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Challenge #1 HSF ’14: Make do & Mend
(click images for full view) First finished project of the…
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Finished Project: 1930’s Polka Dot Blouse
I’m trying to finish up a few little UFO’s before…
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Congrats to the Giveaway Winners!!
Many congrats to our winners! $30 First Prize- Tina C.…
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New E-Pattern! Sailor Girl Play Suit!
I know you international customers have been waiting! I’ve finally…
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De-Coding Vintage Patterns: Part 1- McCall Patterns & The Advent of the Printed Pattern
A few years ago I did a heavy amount of…
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New Pattern Time!! Introducing “Dahlia”- 1940’s Blouse Pattern
I’m so excited to share with you what I’ve been…
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Finished Project: A Tissot Inspired Ensemble
This may be the latest posted “Finished Project” on my…
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Edwardian Food Oddities: Thanksgiving Animals I Have Known
Ah, the Edwardian times. Such odd table dressings, such odd…
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A 1909 Peek at Past Lives- “Thanksgiving Folks”
A while ago my mom gave me an old magazine…
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1908- How to Manipulate Long Skirts
Happy Friday! Today I have another set of images from…
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1908 WB Reduso Corsets
The weather here has been rainy, and, without fail, rainy…
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1930’s Inspiration- Season Your Wardrobe for the Season
Hello! Today I’ve got more fun 1930’s inspiration to share…
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Shop to Help- 10% of WH Etsy Shop Proceeds go to Red Cross
Hello all, I am so saddened by the recent tragedy…
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Free Vintage E-Pattern- Adorable Autumn Acorns Crocheted Border
Today I have a fun little freebie for you! If…
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E-Patterns Now Available!! 1930s Blouse & Skirt
Great news!! The 1930s Blouse and Skirt patterns are available…
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Sample Photos! New 1930s Blouse & Bias Skirt Pattern
I have some photos to share with you of my…
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New Pattern Time!!! 1930s Blouse & Bias Skirt
I have super exciting news! I’ve new pattern available, and…
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Vintage Inspiration: 1936-1937 Winter Blouses & Skirts
I case you’re not on my Facebook page, you may…
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Chic Ahoy 1930s E-Patterns!
Chic Ahoy E-Patterns are here! Halter, Bolero, and Slacks. Size…
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Finished Project: 1936 Suit Frock
I just finished up this sewing project for the Historical…
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New Pattern Time! 1940’s Panties & Bloomers
It’s time for a new pattern! Those of you who…
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Fun Stockings from 1930
Happy Friday! Here’s a fun little inspiration post from fashion’s…
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New 1930s Shoes from American Duchess!
American Duchess has done it again! This time she releases…
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More New E-Patterns! Smooth Sailing Separates
For those who asked for the Smooth Sailing pattern as…
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Congrats to the Giveaway Winner!
Many congratulations to Bobbi of Family Fiber, for winning the…
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E-Patterns Now Available! Sporty Toppers & Edwardian Blouse
I’m happy to announce that the Edwardian Blouse pattern is…
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Vintage Clothing Goodies Listed in my Etsy store!
I have a few items from my vintage clothing collection…
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Giveaway Time!! Wearing History Mermaid Mobile by Brightly Hude Home
It’s Giveaway Time!!! My good friend, Adalee, of Brightly Hude…
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Finished Projects: A White Pique Sports Dress & A Men’s Sports Coat, Circa mid 1930s
The Queen Mary Art Deco Festival was this weekend. It’s…
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Finished Project: The Plaid 1869 Dress
Last year, several of us were shopping in the LA…
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Finished Project: 18th Century Gala Dress
A little tardy, but here’s sharing one of my recently…
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Finished Project: HSF #16- Separates- 18th Century Silk Petticoat
Hurrah! Something I’ve sewn meets a Sew Fortnightly Challenge! And…
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New E-Pattern! 1879 Victorian Dinner Bodice
I’m SO excited to announce the latest E-Pattern! Yay! The…
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HSF #15: Finished Garment: 18th Century White Petticoat
I am actually finished with a Historical Sew Fortnightly challenge…
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Curtain Along Dress: A 1790s Robe D’Anglaise- Part 1
Fair Warning: This is a long and picture heavy post.…
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Finished Project: Late 18th Century Stays
Long time no post! I have been struggling to keep…
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Tips to A Successful Finished Sewn Garment
Howdy! This afternoon as I was driving home from work…
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Sewing Projects: 18th Century Stays
I’ve been puttering away on something I’ve been meaning to…
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Beautiful Spring + Summer Hats from 1930
I have a very special treat for you this evening.…
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Giveaway Time and Guest Post by Debbie of The Vintage Dancer
Happy Saturday everyone! I have a real treat for you…
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Pretty French Frocks, May 1908
Continuing some of the beautiful French images from La Miroir…
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French Gibson Girl Hairstyles, 1908
Hello! Today I have a few lovely images from 1908…
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His Girl Friday at the La Jolla Playhouse!
I can finally share some of what I have been…
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Historical Costuming- Likes and Dislikes
Hello, my lovely blog followers! I have so neglected my…
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E-Patterns Now Available! 1940s Overalls Pattern
The e-Pattern for the new 1940’s Overalls pattern is live…
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Introducing the Newest Pattern! WWII Home Front Overalls
I’m happen to announce the latest pattern addition to Wearing…
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How to Make a Modish Hat, 1904
Happy Saturday! Today I have a great article from the…
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The Practical Shirtwaist, 1904.
Sharing another lovely image from 1904. Here are more shirtwaist…
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Shirtwaist Designs, 1904
I just got a few lovely old Ladies Home Journal…
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Textile Inspiration- Pairing Dress Fabrics, 1939
Hello all! Long time no post! I’ve been a bad,…
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Fred and Ginger- Change Partners Dance
Today I’ve got a great couple of pages of “how…
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The Etiquette of Good Grooming, 1940.
Today I’ve got a great page from the August 1940…
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A Fashionable 1930s Wedding
The weekend before last we were fortunate to attend the…
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Finished Project: Jenn’s Wedding Reception Dress
I broke my usual code of not sewing for other…
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1940s Bra Sample Photos!
It’s about time! This was one of the first patterns…
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Great Los Angeles Air Raid, 2013
Wow! It’s been about a month since this event! How…
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Wearing History Pattern Shop Open!
Hello! If you’ve checked out my Wearing History Patterns shop…
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Finished Project: The Dust Bowl Dress
The project for the Historical Sew Fortnightly Challenge this time…
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Edwardian Shoe Giveaway from American Duchess!
Do you see how thrilled the maid is in the…
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Keeping Warm in the 1930s: Rain and Snow
I’m a bit under the weather today, so I figured…
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Finished UFO Project, and a Peek at Things to Come…
Did you know that The Dreamstress is hosting a neat…
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Keeping Warm in the 1930s- Overcoats!
Now that’s we’ve taken a quick look at what goes…
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Keeping Warm in the 1930’s- Socks and Stockings
I’m so glad that so many of you loved the…
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Keeping Warm in the 1930’s- Knit Underwear
It’s abnormally chilly here in San Diego! This cool weather…
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IMPORTANT! USPS Shipping Price Increases- Especially International Shipping!
Just a heads up for my customers, especially international customers.…
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Outfit Post: New 1940s Plaid Suit!
I’m so, so excited! My Christmas present from my husband…
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Sewing Year in Review- 2012
It’s New Year’s Eve! 2013 is literally just a few…
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Adventure at Fort Rosecrans- Remember Pearl Harbor
It’s a tad late posting these, but I wanted to…
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Finished Project: A 1940s Patriotic Sweater and an Update
First of all, I want to thank you all who…
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December Pretties- Millinery & McCall’s Magazine 1908
Hope you’re having a lovely weekend! Here’s some pretty things…
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More Vintage Sewing Goodies up on Etsy!
As mentioned in my previous post about my new-found allergies,…
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An Unusual Find in a Pattern Envelope
This evening I started the mad task of organizing my…
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Gift Certificates are Here!
Happy to announce that my Wearing History Patterns gift cards…
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Book De-Stash! Costume, Sewing, & Fashion Books
I’m finally getting around to de-stashing some of my books…
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Finished Project: Autumn Floral Smooth Sailing Blouse
I haven’t shared a project in such a long time!…
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Miroir des Modes, October 1907- Blouses
Sharing some more images from the Mirror des Modes, October…
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Mirror Des Modes- October 1907
I recently acquired a lovely bound book containing issues of Le Mirror…
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Shop Updates: New 1920s Knitting E-Patterns!
Just a quick note to let you know that the…
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New 1920s Shoes from American Duchess!
American Duchess has come out with a new pair of…
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Autumn Suits, Bedell Catalog 1912
I don’t know what it is about this Autumn, but…
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Pretty Corset Ads from The Delineator, 1905.
I’ve been working on and off on a new pattern…
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We’ve Been Building Robots, and Not for Halloween!
I mentioned in a prior post how I’ve been working…
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Finally! Sample photos of Loretta- Early 1930s Dress Pattern
I finally have some sample photos to share of the…
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Inspiring Images- John Wanamaker New York- Fall & Winter 1918-1919
It’s finally starting to feel a bit like Autumn in…
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Giveaway Winner and a Discount Coupon Code for Everyone!
Announcing the winner of the Wearing History Patterns giveaway! The…
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Shop Hound: Truly Tattered in Tustin, CA
I thought it might be fun to start a new…
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Paris is Dancing Mad: McCall’s Magazine, September, 1913
What is inspiring you lately? One of my current inspirations…
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A Little of This, a Little of That- What I’ve Been Up To
I don’t know about you, but sometimes inspiration comes so…
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My New Goodies- Purchases Made at The Vintage Marketplace
I admit that, even as a seller, one of the…
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The Vintage Marketplace- This Fri & Sat!
Hello! Still busy creating and preparing for our upcoming show…
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Less Than a Week to Go and Busy, Busy, Busy!
The Vintage Marketplace is less than a week away! Next…
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Vintage Marketplace Prep & Preview
Another fun preview post of things I’m preparing and bringing…
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Corsets and Dogs- Images from Good Housekeeping 1909
But not dogs in corsets ;) I haven’t shared images…
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Finished Project- The “You Were Never Lovelier” Fringey Dress
Thanks to my good friend, Beth, I have pictures to…
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Preview- The Vintage Marketplace Sept 7th & 8th
The Vintage Marketplace is coming upon us quickly again! We’ll…
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Announcing Loretta- Early 1930s Day & Evening Dress
Announcing the newest Wearing History Resto-Vival Pattern! This is Loretta-…
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Pretty Little Antique China
Hello! One of my weaknesses is pretty little antique china.…
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Introducing “Resto-Vival” Patterns and the Cordelia Skirt is Now Available!
I’m happy to announce that the Cordelia 1910s Skirt Pattern…
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The 1939/1940 Vogue Outfit
I want to take some more photos of this at…
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Finished Project: The Tissot Dress
Fair warning- this is a long and picture heavy post!…
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Finished Project: The 1870s Green Plaid Bustle Dress
I’m back from Costume College, my good friend is on…
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Credit Cards Now Accepted on My Website!
I’m very happy to announce that I am now able…
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Reminder- Costume College + Shipping Delays
**NOTICE** Regular weekly shipping and email correspondence will be postponed…
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TV403- We Can Have Buttons!
Last night I finished up my facings, made my buttonholes…
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TV403 Bodice Progress
I’m plugging along on this bodice! This is Truly Victorian…
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Busy, Busy, Busy- and Lots of Sewing
I’ve been a bad little blogger! I’m around, but I’ve…
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Credit Cards Now Accepted in My Etsy Store
I’m happy to announce that I now can accept credit…
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Current Sewing Inspiration: Glamorous Film Costumes
Costume College is sneaking up on me really fast. The…
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Muslin Cutting: Aka- The Kitty Olympics
I’ve been working on a few big projects over the…
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What Real People Wore: Swimsuits, 1926
Today I’ve got some fabulous inspiration to share from one…
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My Interview with American Duchess :)
I’m very honored to have been interviewed by Lauren of…
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Finished Project: A Wrap Top from 1946
I finished up a super quick little sewing project and…
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Updates: Etsy Store and Esther Williams Swimsuits!
Hello! Just a few quick notes! Firstly, I’ve got a…
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Rita 1930s/1940s Shorts Pattern Available!
Great News!!! The “Rita” Pleated Shorts pattern is now available! This…
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A Day at the County Fair
Yesterday we had a small meet up with some of…
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Vintage Sewing Survey Results
Well, I left up the survey for a while and…
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Cheery Summer Shoes, 1938
It’s been a while since I shared some old catalog…
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“Rita” Shorts- Official Pattern Preview with Pictures!
I know I jumped the gun last night, but I’d…
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First Peek at The “Rita” Shorts!
I’ve got a special surprise for you! My cousin and…
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Eight Favorite 1940s Movies for Fashion
I’m all inspired by 1940s fashion right now! I thought,…
