1940s
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The Polka Dot Project – 1940s Overblouse
My first Polka Dot Project this summer, when I began concentrating on sewing with this lovely print, was a 1940s skirt from a heavy gray fabric scattered with 1/4 in. off-white polka dots. I had enough scraps left to use… Continue reading
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My Blue Striped Pre-Rationing Dress
After plowing through a few semi-difficult sewing projects, I wanted something easy and quick. I also felt like I should be making a dent in the trial versions of some of the outfits I have lined up to make for… Continue reading
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Discovering Vintage Women’s Magazines
Recently I've become interested in collecting vintage women's magazines - Women's Home Journal and Women's Home Companion are two I have so far. Not long ago when I was shopping at my favorite Idaho antique mall (when you move to a new place naturally… Continue reading
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The Polka Dot Project – 1940s Skirt
Recently I have become enamored with polka dots…and I realized I had a deficit of that charming, oh-so-vintage print in my wardrobe! So I promptly bought a variety of polka dot fabric, and am starting what I call the Polka… Continue reading
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Color Recipes for Spring Contest – 1940s Navy & Wheat Outfit
Several weeks ago Emily of Emily's Vintage Visions posted a really neat 1939 article describing popular and fashionable color combinations of that era for spring. Meanwhile describing the most delectable outfits and accessories! Inspired by the article, she is hosting… Continue reading
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April Tutorial – Revamped Original 1940s Crochet Hat Pattern
Springtime and Easter means time for new, shady hats! You can often find lovely ones in antique stores and online, and sometimes in thrift stores if you're lucky. But how handy it is to make your own! Some time… Continue reading
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Project Journal – Fabric Painting and 1940s Pumps
Not long ago on Ebay I garnered another gorgeous pair of 1940s heels for my collection at a great low price – and they fit! The shape is lovely, with classic 1940s styling and as always, beautiful detail. But… Continue reading
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The Brown Wool Coat
Last week I posted about my reversible 1940s coat. I mentioned that it was actually the trial run, to get all the kinks out of the pattern, for a fancier version in wool. This week I'm sharing the wool version… Continue reading
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The Reversible 1940s Coat
On the first day we have had in months on which I did not need a coat, I found time to dress up to show you one of my latest sewing projects – a 1940s reversible coat. The original pattern was… Continue reading
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Sewing a Swing Dance Dress – Part Two – The Final Version
Last week I posted about the first version of my latest sewing project, which was a dress from a 1941 pattern intended for a small costume party with friends. The trial version was done in gray cotton. After studying… Continue reading
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