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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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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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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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Introducing the Pattern Preservation Project-
What happens if you’ve been blessed with amazing historical resources,…
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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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Where Do My Blog Images Come From?
Just a really quick note, as I realize that I…
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Finally! Wearing the Sagebrush 1930s Blouse
We went to a fun antique tractor show this last…
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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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Introducing “Hawthorn” 1950s Blouse Pattern
New Pattern! My May 2024 pattern release! I have this…
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1905 Embellished Stockings
A look at hand embroidered stockings from May, 1905. Did…
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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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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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Additional Help- View 2 of Moderne 1930s Dress Bodice
The Moderne 1930s Dress (3015) was one of the first…
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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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R148- 1940s Pajamas Waistband Tutorial
Introducing the first pattern of 2023! This pajama pattern includes…
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Pattern Correction: 1940s Sailor Playsuit
Hi All, A very kind customer brought to my attention…
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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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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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Smooth Sailing Pattern in Extended Plus Size!
If you’re following me over on Instagram or Facebook, you…
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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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Video Tutorial- Using Wearing History E-Patterns
In this video I talk about the tips and tricks…
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Announcing Scroop Printed Patterns!
Introducing Scroop Printed Patterns! I’m so excited to have teamed…
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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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Updated Wearing History Patterns Use Policy
I have recently updated the Wearing History Patterns use policy.…
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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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New Pattern! 1930s Baby Layette
New Pattern Time! I’m so excited to introduce the newest…
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Pattern Correction: Moderne Art Deco Dress
It has come to my attention that dot markings were…
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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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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: 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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New Pattern! Bathing Beauty 1940’s Swim Suit
Hurrah! New pattern just in time for warmer weather! You…
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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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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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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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Sample Photos! New 1930s Blouse & Bias Skirt Pattern
I have some photos to share with you of my…
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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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Introducing the Newest Pattern! WWII Home Front Overalls
I’m happen to announce the latest pattern addition to Wearing…
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1940s Bra Sample Photos!
It’s about time! This was one of the first patterns…
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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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Finally! Sample photos of Loretta- Early 1930s Dress Pattern
I finally have some sample photos to share of the…
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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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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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1910s Blouse and Guimpe Pattern
Hello! Happy Monday! I’m pleased to bring you the “official”…
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Pattern Preview! Cordelia- Circa 1909-1914 Edwardian Skirt
Hello! Happy Saturday! I’ve been hard at work getting these…
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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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New Look- 1930s Halter Top and Beach Trousers Pattern
A few weeks ago Nicole from Paper Moon Vintage, Kat…
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>New Pattern! 1930s Beach Pyjamas and Eton Jacket
> It’s new pattern time! I’m very happy to announce…
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>New Pattern! Tea at Two- Mid 1930s Dress
>It’s that time again! I’ve got a new pattern I’ve…
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>New Pattern! Moderne- 1930s Art Deco Dress
>I can finally share what I’ve been secretly working on!…
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>Finished Outfit! Plaid 50s Blouse and Smooth Sailing Trousers
> Yay! Finished project pics! I have had both of…
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>Announcing the New Online Pattern Shop!
> I am so very excited to announce the unveiling…
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>Pattern Reviews!
>Many thanks to Casey of Elegant Musings for a pattern…
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>A question for my pattern customers
>Hello all,I’ve got a question that I would love your…
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>Chic Ahoy! My sewn sample
> I had a lot of fun choosing fabrics and…
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>Newest Pattern! Chic Ahoy- Circa 1937 Slacks, Halter Top, and Bolero
> I’m so excited to announce the latest pattern! This…
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>1940s Sailor Playsuit now available in Multisize!
>Just a quick update that the 1940s Sailor Play Suit…
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>A new haircut, and playing dress up with a floaty frock
>I was so long overdue for a haircut, and finally…
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>Website Updated and now accepting Paypal orders!
> I’ve been working on the website and I’m happy…
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>Sporty Toppers, a 1930s Hat Pattern
>I’m pleased to announce the newest pattern, a reproduction of…
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>Inspiring Ensembles, 1916
>Hello all!I’m back from a yearly costume convention, Costume College…
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>Newest Pattern- Smooth Sailing 1930s Sports Togs in Multisize
>I just finished the project I’ve been working on this…
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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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>A few more fashion show shots
>My good friend and talented photographer Joshua Curtis (you may…
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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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>Wearing History Facebook- and a few photos.
>Hey all!I’ve been so darn lousy at updating the blog!…
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>Beautiful Girls in Beautiful Clothes- a few sample shots
> Here’s a few shots of some samples of our…
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>Finally a real life sample! The 1940s Sailor Playsuit
>One thing crossed off of my sewing list! Hurrah!It seems…