1940s
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McCall Patterns, January 1948
There has been a box of magazines sitting, ignored, for…
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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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This is Not AI. Sun Valley, 1946
I’ve been trying to spend less time online. It’s been…
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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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McCall Fashions, February, 1945
If there’s one thing I inherited from my mother (and…
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A Christmas in Conneticut Inspired Ensemble
My favorite Christmas movie has to be “Christmas in Connecticut”…
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Finished Project- 1940’s “Windbreaker” Jacket
Another finished project post! This was started early in 2018,…
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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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A Primer: 1930’s-1950’s Trousers & Pants For Women
One of the most desired articles of clothing in a…
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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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Free Vintage E-Pattern- Adorable Autumn Acorns Crocheted Border
Today I have a fun little freebie for you! If…
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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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The Etiquette of Good Grooming, 1940.
Today I’ve got a great page from the August 1940…
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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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Outfit Post: New 1940s Plaid Suit!
I’m so, so excited! My Christmas present from my husband…
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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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Finished Project- The “You Were Never Lovelier” Fringey Dress
Thanks to my good friend, Beth, I have pictures to…
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Current Sewing Inspiration: Glamorous Film Costumes
Costume College is sneaking up on me really fast. The…
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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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Rita 1930s/1940s Shorts Pattern Available!
Great News!!! The “Rita” Pleated Shorts pattern is now available! This…
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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,…
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The Great Los Angeles Air Raid
We’re back from an annual WWII fundraiser dance for the…
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Catalog Inspiration: Fall and Winter Coats- 1939-1940
My thoughts have been turning to cold weather 1940’s clothing…
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Finished Project- A Fair Dress for the Fair
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! We spent a lovely…
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Swimsuits, 1946
Ahh! Summer! Here’s some divine swimsuits as pictured originally in…
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Finished Project- Early 40s Playsuit, and Fashion Horizons
I have been so inspired for summer wear by the…
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New Pattern! Palisades 1940s Wrap Dress
It’s new pattern time! Introducing Palisades, a 1940s Wrap Dress…
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>Spectators, 1942
>Hope you all had a great weekend! Many thanks on…
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>LA Air Raid- A few inspiring outfits
>One of the things I’m kicking myself for not doing…
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>Outfit Post- LA Air Raid, Photos by Gar Travis
> I am so very thankful to the talented photographer…
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>30s and 40s Head Shots for Hair Inspiration- What Real People Wore
>I hope you’re having a lovely Saturday! The weather here…
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>Catalog Cover- Fall/Winter 1939-1940
>Thanks so much for your sweet comments on my new…
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>Catalog page- Fall/Winter 1939-1940
>Hope you’re all having a great weekend so far!Here’s a…
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>Jackets and Rainwear- Fall/Winter 1938-40
>How’s the weather holding out where you are? It’s been…
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>And They Lived Happily Ever After…
>This past Saturday one of my very best friends got…
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Gift to Make- Patriotic Belt, 1942.
> Here’s another darling little pattern from the same booklet…
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Selected for Service- Gifts to Sew for the WWII Serviceman
>With just a few days until Christmas I’ve been scratching…
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>First Rainy Day of Autumn!
>Ah! Rain! It was thundering and lightening and raining this…
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>What Real People Wore- A Stylish Hairdo and Striped Shirt
>I just absolutely love the profile picture of this woman,…
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>By the Sea- 1930s and 40s Sportswear and Swimwear Snapshots
> This trio of friend is really a darling look…
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>A Letter from Mother, February 23, 1943
>I just found this letter the other week, in amongst…
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>Old Fort MacArthur Days- Wearing the striped shirtdress
>Oh my goodness, I can’t believe it’s been so long…
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>A Striped Shirtwaist Dress, 1941
> New Vintage Lady, or Lady Day on the Fedora…
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>Summer Sewing- a Sailor Blouse and Pleated Skirt, and some books!
>Hope everyone had a great holiday! Ours was good, just…
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>A Patriotic Peasant Blouse, Circa 1942
>Can you believe we’re already nearing Fourth of July weekend? …
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>Newest Pattern! Sunkissed Sweetheart- 1940s Tropical Separates
>I’m pleased to announce the release of my newest pattern!…
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>Put on a Happy Face- What Real People Wore
>Today’s one of those days that has me down- all…
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>Make Do and Mend- The Big Apple Dress
> Shortly after my blog post on the Big Apple…
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>My top movie costume wish list.
>I am a sucker for old movies. I grew up…
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>Shorter Dresses Call for Glamorous Hosiery- 1939-1940
>After a day of tech woes, I get to bring…
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>A 1940s Crocheted Hat and Bag
>I’m sorry I’ve been shamefully bad at updating my blog…
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>A Plaid Wool Dress from 1941
>While tidying up the other night I spotted the fabric…
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>Alpine Whimsy, 1940
>I find it highly fascinating that “alpine” or “Scandinavian” or…
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>Dates in Christmas Socks
>Here’s a fun little look into Christmas past- this article…
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>Clothes in the Shops, 1940
>Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend! My husband and I…
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1949 Plaid Dress from McCall 7563
I’ve been working on this the last few days- it’s…
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>Home and Day Dress
> (Pattern from the 40s showing a home dress (on…
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>Busy sewing bee!
>First off, thanks so much to everyone who left such…
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>Inspiration strikes again!
>I have not had much in the way of inspiration…
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>1940s Hawaiian Outfit
>Sewing, sewing, sewing. I wanted to have this done for…
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