New Listings at GoofingOff Sewing

 I have so much going on that I almost don't know where to start. The first fundraiser for our medical mission is done and it was a success! Just the right amount of chili, cornbread, and fixings, lots of friends and family, and donations to buy medical supplies for those in need. The venison chili came out great. We had chili to go and that sold out, too. We might hold another fundraiser closer to Christmas featuring our Mission Cookies. 

This week is our yard sale with proceeds going to our mission expenses. We need money for translators, food and lodging, and transportation.  It'll give me a chance to clear some things out that I haven't had a chance to list on Etsy. Folks have donated a few things to help out. I have a number of vintage rolling pins and teapots to set out among other things. Wish us luck.

In the meantime I have new patterns in GoofingOff Sewing.....great holiday dresses for the girls, outfits for the ladies, and a few things for the guys with just enough time to put together a few gifts.

Simplicity 8118 Misses' Jumper Size 10 UNCUT

So retro and easy to wear. 

McCall's 6544 Misses' Sundress Size 8 UNCUT

A casual look with a flattering cut that flows. 

1940's DuBarry 6018 Boys' Playsuit and Jacket in size 1. COMPLETE

So cute in a size 1 from the 1940's. I can hardly believe it survived the years. 

Simplicity 5287 Jiffy Ties....Straight and Bow Ties, 1970's Style 

Ties in a Jiffy pattern....be still my heart. The envelope doesn't look too good but the pattern is a treasure. The only part that was cut was the bow tie and it is still usable. Great look for a wedding party.

Simplicity 8338 Personal0Fit Pattern Pants in Size 8 & 10 COMPLETE

Pants for a personal fit from the 1970's. 

McCall's 3281 Girls' Jumper Dress, Top, and Pants Size 6 COMPLETE

So retro and easy to sew. Cute look for a little girl.

Simplicity 7413 Girl's Dress and Shawl from 1976. UNCUT Size 12 & 14

This dress is a timeless look from the 1970's. 

McCall's 3224 Girls' Dress and Pullover Top in size 8 UNCUT

More retro looks for girls from the 1970's. 

So, there's a taste of the new listings in GoofingOff Sewing. New fabrics, too, like Dora the Explorer, Miami Dolphins, and Spongebob.

Miami Dolphin Fabric 60 inch wide by the half yard

Dora the Explorer by the half yard.

Spongebob and Patrick 44 inch by the half yard.

Lots of great stuff so stop by when you have a chance. I'll keep listing and adding. 

There's always something going on at GoofingOff Sewing.

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Ten Reasons to Sew: New Listings in GoofingOff Sewing

It’s been a while since me last post and I do apologize for my absence. My upcoming trip to Haiti has my head swimming. Lots of things going on like a fundraiser this week and a breast cancer 5K in 2 weeks after that. Oh, and it’s my birthday today. Happy Birthday to me! Phew!

The costume pattern sale going strong. The sale is in it’s 5th year and patterns are going fast but there is still a selection to pick from.  The shop is growing with over 1000 items now but there’s always room for more so here’s ten of the latest listings.

Simplicity 1943 Misses’ Jackets Size 16-24 UNCUT

Cute jackets to dress up a pair of pants or skirt for a special evening. Just right to wear on a cool night.

Simplicity 1320 Misses’ Jackets with Front and Fabric Variations, Size 116-24 UNCUT

This pattern has so many variations! Great for a casual look.

New Look 6372 Misses’ Dress with Halter Neckline Size 6-18 UNCUT

I love this dress! Simple and elegant. Neckline variations. Beautiful!

Simplicity 2338 Women’s Evening or Cocktail Dress in size 20W-28W UNCUT

This is a stunning dress no matter what length you choose. Day or evening, beautiful!

New Look 6519 Misses’ Asian Influence Wardrobe with jacket, pants, skirt, and purse. UNCUT

Love the Asian influence jacket.

Simplicity 1276 Mimi Style Misses’ Dress with bodice and skirt variations in size 16-24. UNCUT

This dress is fabulous. Very flattering. Lots of variations to make this dress special. There is a link, too, to guide as you sew.

Simplicity 2372 Women’s Wardrobe includes jacket, pants, skirt, pullover top, and dress in size 20W-28W. UNCUT

Plus size and polished! Everything’s here to look good.

Simplicity 1364 Jiffy Pullover Top in size 8-16 UNCUT

Just 3 main pieces to make this set of blouses originally published in the 1960’s. Sew Retro!

Simplicity 1278 Misses’ Pullover tops in size 6-14, bust 29-36 inches. UNCUT Originally printed in the 1950’s

I love the neckline interest.

New Look 6544 Misses’ Pullover top with Mandarin collar and pants. Size 10-22 UNCUT

This looks so pretty and comfy. Casual but not sloppy. LOVE IT!

Well, that’s ten reasons to sew. There’s more coming but that’s a start.

Hope you enjoyed my birthday present to you.

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New Listings at GoofingOff Sewing

Simplicity 7534 Misses' Mini Dress in size 16, Bust 38 inches from 1968....COMPLETE 

It was a very rainy morning, my day off sandwiched between work days....Lots to do but never too much that I can't list a few patterns. The rain inspired me to make soup...2 pots (tonight and later this week), get laundry done (just have to iron my scrubs...yes, iron..with my 1950's old fashioned iron), and pack weekend purchases. Now it's coffee time and a chance to show off the latest listings.

Vintage Vogue 7734 Misses' Jacket, Skirt, and Pants in size 14-18 UNCUT OK, I really like this jacket. I could wrap up in it and stay warm by the fire. Love it.

Vogue 9382 Misses' Unlined Jackets in size 6-8-10 from 1985. UNCUT A little bit 80's?

Simplicity 5556 Misses' Jiffy Knits Dress in size 12, bust 34 inches from 1973 COMPLETE I love Jiffy patterns.....quick and easy, put it together and go. Yippee!

Butterick 5192 Misses' Jacket and Pants with Ready-to-Wear-Sizing by Designer Connie Crawford. UNCUT
The pattern size is Xsmall to X large. The pattern appears uncut but it isn't factory folded.

Simplicity 8350 Misses Tops, Dress, Skirts and Shorts from Pre-shirred fabric in size 12, bust 34 from 1978. Partially UNCUT 
So I made a dress out of pre-shirred fabric for my candle lighting ceremony. We got our nursing pins and recited the Florence Nightingale Pledge. I still have the dress....somewhere.  I am a disorganized sentimentalist. 

Simplicity 9365 Misses' Blouses for Knit Fabrics from 1971 in size 16, Bust 38. Partially UNCUT
So I was in love with the hairdos on this pattern back in the day. I tried to get my hair to be like view 2....but that's where my hair gets frizzy...like stick-your-finger-in-a-light-socket frizzy. 

New Look 6040 Misses Dresses, 7 views, size 8-18. UNCUT

Simplicity 6001 Girls' Caftans in size 8 or 12 from 1973. COMPLETE

Butterick 4194, Girls' Sew n go Flared Skirt in size 8. COMPLETE A quick flare skirt would be great for the young ballerina or gymnast. 

See & Sew 5541 by Butterick, Misses' Draped Dress in size 8-10-12, bust 31-34 inches. COMPLETE 
Ok, I am obsessed by this dress. I love the drape. It gives it a very elegant look.

McCall's 3715 Girls' Jacket, Top, Pants, and Skirt in size 7. For Unbonded Stretchable knits. COMPLETE A little girl in bell bottoms....how cute!

So, that's it for now. There's more coming..... I have a stack....serious stack.....of stuffed animal patterns from the 80's, all uncut. There's a Christmas in July Pattern Sale coming real soon and all the crafty patterns....dolls, doll clothes, and animals and the like will be 40% off....Like Cabbage Patch and Berenstain Bears.  Watch for it and grab your favorites for holiday sewing.
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Sewing Patterns: SummerTime Fun

I love summer....the food, the activities, and....the clothes. I love halters, shorts, sleeveless tops...Absolutely LOVE Them, so imagine me jumping up and down when I found these honeys at an estate sale. OK, no jumping up and down...at least not until I got home and didn't have an audience, other than very confused looked dogs and hubby. 

Simplicity Primer 1118 size 16, bust 34 inches, from  1955. Featured in Simplicity Printed Patterns, June, 1955

Simplicity 4728 Size Large, Chest 42-44 inches COMPLETE

This cutie is from the early 1960's.

A fast-sewing JIFFY pattern from Simplicity. I LOVE Jiffy patterns. I think I learned how to sew with them.

Simplicity 6900

Simplicity 6807 from 1974 UNCUT in size Juniors 9/10

Simplicity 8483 from 1975 in size 8 UNCUT

Simplicity 7008 from 1975 in size 6 & 8 (all in one pattern) 

Simplicity 9408 Hip Huggers and Halter Top from 1975 in size 12. COMPLETE

 AND, Saving the best for last........

Simplicity 6358 UNCUT in size 10 UNCUT

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Sewing Patterns: Edwardian Dinner Dress and Capes

There are times I want to hoop and holler when I am foraging for patterns. When I found these two it was all I could do to maintain composure and look like the totally cool mature woman I am. So I'm hooping and hollering now. 
A little make believe, a little mystery, a bit cosplay....Whoo Hoo!

Simplicity 1517 Bust 36-44 inches UNCUT.....Whoop! 

Simplicity 1582 Misses' Capes, Tunic, and Hat....UNCUT.....Whoo hoo!

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New Listings in GoofingOff Sewing Shop

I hate to use the excuse that I've been busy but I feel like a mouse caught in one of those wheels. Vacation was awesome (fabric stores in Tahiti!). I came back to surgery (not too awful but still slowed me down a little), an unscheduled trip (surprise, honey, the concert's tonight!) and work at the hospital. 
I am finally back on track with awesome things to share. I'll start with new listings in the shop.

McCall's 5264 Star Wars Princess Amidala Dress Costume Bust 36- 42 inches UNCUT

Simplicity W0733 Girls' Costumes from the movie Frozen  Size 3-8 UNCUT

Butterick 6720 Misses' Wrap and Go Pantskirt Size Large  UNCUT

McCall's 5090 Girls' Tops, Skirts, Pants, and Shorts Size 2-3-4-5 UNCUT

McCall's 8750 Misses' Separates UNCUT

Kwik Sew 305 Ladies' T-Shirt S-M-L-XL UNCUT

McCall's 2552 Girl's Special Occasion Dress....Lots of frills....Size 10-14 UNCUT

McCall's 3936 Misses' A-line Bias cut skirt Size 8-14 UNCUT

McCall's 7903 Misses' Jumpers Size Extra Small - Medium UNCUT

Easy Stitch 'N Save 6361 Misses Jacket, Top, and Skirt UNCUT

McCall's 3686 Misses' Dresses UNCUT

McCall's 3343 Misses' Skirts Uncut

McCall's 3230 Misses Tops...V-Neck or Scoop Neck Variations Bust 38-44 Inches UNCUT

Misses' 3502 Bridal Gown Plus Size Bust 40-44 inches UNCUT

Vogue 9664 Double Sided Fleece For the Home UNCUT

Awesome stuff! I Love the costume patterns! 

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