Vintage Vogue and Fabulous Fifties Sewing Patterns

Sometimes I find the most incredible patterns when I am out and about.

 This first pattern, Simplicity 1407, is beautiful! I love the dress. The style is from the late 1940's. The pattern is unprinted...the pattern piece is dotted to tell which piece is which. 

Simplicity 1407 Misses' Dress from the 1940's. Size 14, Bust 32 inch. Complete, UNCUT

This outfit from Tamotsu is incredible. I love the long jacket.

Vogue 1334 by Designer Tamotsu, Misses' jackets, dress, and pants in sizes 12-14-16. COMPLETE

Six gored skirts from 1952. Fabulous! A sweater and a pair of heels and the outfit is complete.

Vogue 7780 Misses' Skirts from 1952. Waist 25 inch. COMPLETE

Wearable art. Love it. I hate wearing what everyone else wears. The basic jacket is here and allows the sewer to make a design that fits. From Marcy Tilton.

Vogue 8430 Misses' Jacket, Wearable Art by Marcy Tilton One size, bust 31.5-44 inches. UNCUT

Happy Sewing! May your seams stay straight and your bobbins stay full. 

Upcycled Linen Decorator Pillows

A while back at the local thrift shop I found a dress that was destined for parts unknown. The dress wasn't my style but it was made of linen and had wonderful machine embroidery on it. I snatched up the dress thinking there was plenty of material in it to make something....but not sure what.
My recent shoulder surgery gave me a few ideas.....and a little bit of time to work on them. I took a good look at the dress and decided on pillows. At first I thought big square pillows would be good (and easy, too, the inserts would be pre made) but since I like a challenge, and didn't really want to fool with buttons, I decided to make two small pillows that would be a good size for travel, or support my poor, miserable arm when I try to sleep. (Forgive my whining. Sorry).

Here are some pictures of the fabric I used.

 Each side of the skirt had different embroidered flowers, too pretty to throw away.

I like the natural color of the linen, too. 

I made the pillow cases envelope fashion, no zipper. I had to make the pillow inserts to fit the pillows. 

Here are the finished pillows. One is a little longer than the other but .......

Not too hard to make. Another unfinished object (UFO) out of the pile, and I sleep better with the little pillow to help support my poor shoulder (sorry, whining again). 

I still have quite a bit of fabric left. It was a large dress. I thought a pincushion or two might be nice. Not sure what else but that's the fun of recycling/upcycling.  

Full, Flared Skirts, 70’s Knits, 60’s A-line Dress, and Stuffed Dinosaurs

It’s National Sewing Month and here’s a few fabulous patterns from GoofingOff to get started with.

 

I love the look of this dress with extended shoulders, bateau neckline, cinched waist, and full, flared skirt. With or without sleeves.

 

Easy to wear knits, whether in a pants suit or anything else, were the hallmark of the 1970’s. Check out the cute top and mini skirt! Mix and match separates.

Cute dress from the 1970’s. Hard to find Mail Order A-line Dress pattern with V-neck, bust darts, and center inset that creates a slimming look, with or without sleeves.

So cute! Stuffed dinosaurs for the little ones. Complete with four different dinos to create!

Happy Sewing Month!

Keep your seams straight!

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New Pattern Listings….Cocktail Dresses, Bridal Gowns, and American Girl

 

Here’s a few patterns to check out this week from GoofingOff Sewing Supplies.

 

McCall’s 3770 Bridal Gown and Bridesmaid Dress…..1973

See & Sew 5405 top and skirt, size extra small to medium

McCall’s Costume pattern MP266

Butterick 6228 Misses’ Halter Dress with shawl in size 6, bust 30.5 inches

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50’s Redingote and Dress, Looney Tunes, and Pinafores, Featured Patterns

            

Redingote (def.) a woman's light dress or coat of the 18th century, with an open-fronted skirt, revealing a decorative underskirt. So I guess in the 1950’s this was a designer’s take on the riding coat of the 18th century, just closed at the top to show off the dress underneath. Gorgeous dress.

Stuffed Looney Tunes Characters, Bugs Bunny, Sylvestor, and Tweety Bird.

Adorable dress with puffed sleeves, elasticized cuffs, and pinafore. In size 4.

Medieval Dress and Cape, Tenderheart Bear, Barbie Wedding Dress Rockabilly Halter Dress Featured Patterns

Butterick 4377 Misses' Medieval Dress and Cape Size 6-12

 

Crochet PDF Pattern Barbie Doll Wedding Gown

Vintage Sewing Pattern Simplicity 4249 Misses' Halter Dress Size 16 Bust 34 Inches

Sale 30% Off Vintage Sewing Pattern Butterick 6227 Tenderheart Bear Care Bear Plushie

Full Skirts, Kick Pleats and Kimono Sleeves, Loving the 50’s

New (sort of…new for the shop) listings at Goofing Off.

McCall’s 9150 Rockabilly Dress

 

Simplicity 4202 Dress with jacket. Kick pleats and kimono sleeves! Be still my heart!

Simplicity 4249 Misses' Halter Dress

Sew a Dress for Summer: Butterick 4974

Got a special affair coming up this summer? Maybe a wedding? If you are anything like me, special occasions sort of creep up on me and take me by surprise. Special occasions call for something special to wear, something that says “Look at me. I look so good!” Even not so special occasions can become special. Having the right dress ready to can turn a quick bite into date night.

Butterick 4974 is a pattern for a cute halter dress that is just lovely. Highly recommended on Sewing Pattern Review, it is one of Butterick’s  Fast & Easy patterns. The dress is described as “Close-fitting, above knee, lined halter dress has straps to back with purchased rings, side seam zipper and back slit.”

This pattern is available in GoofingOff Etsy and Artfire shops in size 14-20, bust 36-42.

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Pardon the Drywall Dust

I once heard on the radio that owning a house can be a burden as well as a blessing. House ownership is a wonderful thing. For most people, it is the most valuable thing they own. It is the roof over their head, the safe haven they go to for refuge, the place they go to when all is crazy in the world that they can have some control over (at least that is the plan). Home ownership is the American Dream. The ultimate is building one yourself (or at least having one built for you). Then reality sets in, otherwise known as the Burden.

I live in a house built about 20 years ago. Houses, like people, need upkeep. Think paint, floors, walls, you know, EVERYTHING. I am living among drywall dust right now. Did I know the drywall seams along the ceiling were cracking? Yup. That’s why I hired someone to fix it. Did I know the drywall wasn’t screwed down like it was supposed to be? Well….no. Am I surprised? Not really. Can we just fix it right and not go on about it? What color do you want to paint? Paint? Can we finish the drywall first?

That’s how the conversations, and my week has been going. Dusty. Messy. All the furniture sitting in the middle of the poor house (my poor house!!) covered with drop cloths. Piles of stuff in every room for me to bounce off of in the dark like a pinball in an arcade game. The disorder makes me want to wear blinders like a draft horse pulling a cart. Ugh!

I’m skipping Miss Eileen’s Picks this week. Will start again next week….once the dust settles.

Oh, BTW, Congrats to WearTheyAreNow, the winner of last week’s picks and their beautiful red and blue brocade dress.

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Fashion Week: Miss Eileen’s Etsy Picks 9.9.11

September is such an important month. Not only is it National Sewing Month but the autumnal equinox occurs, school begins, the Jewish High Holidays are during September, and last, but in no way least, Fashion Week just started. For someone like me, not quite the fashionista, Fashion Week is something that happens in NY and will filter down to my local Wally World eventually, but to a fashionista like my beloved daughter, it is a downright cause for celebration. Lucky her, this year she is going to be in NY for fashion week. Nice. Hope she sends me pictures. I would like to know what I might be wearing (or most likely NOT wearing) next year.
In any case, I’ve been looking around Etsy again for some of the coolest shops with the most wonderful items. I learned a long time ago that cool designs will be copied and mass produced too soon by folks in other lands. Often you will find the coolest on sites like Etsy and Artfire.
Here’s what I found.
 

Black Leather with Metallic Blue Bow Tie Necklace 14 inch Length Beautiful Repurposed Leather Silver Chain Accessory by A Little Leather

Bows are classic but I like the use of leather. A little different but still traditional. Cute and understated.

 Blue Inductor Earrings by GeekkiBoutikki

I still can’t get over the idea these beautiful earrings were once electronic parts. Recycled is always chic.

                                                         Swirly Pop Felt Bag by YUMMI by CraftasticParties Love the use of color in this bag. Brings a smile to my face whenever I see it.

 

Cranberry Small Pleasures Mini Shoulder Bag by LBArtworks 

 Love the design and the use of natural wood for buttons and hardware.

Paisley Ink Iku Dress Baby Doll Style by ThreeLittleDucksAust 

A style from the 60’s updated. Love it!

 

Stepping Out Black Faux Fur and Leather Spats by KimKatBags 

Good way to change the look of shoes and these are cool!

Bolero Jacket Shrug In Black Trimmed with Elegant Black Chinese Silk Long Sleeved by PixiePocket

Beautiful shrug that graces any dress it is worn with.

 

Empress Style Dream Coat by Enlightened Platypus Amazing coat!

OK, those are my picks. What do you think?
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Don’t forget to check out the costume pattern sale going on now and remember to use the coupon code HALLOWEEN for 40% off all costume sewing patterns!

Miss Eileen’s Etsy Picks 9.2.11 September Song

Congratulations to last week’s Etsy Picks winner J Davis Squared and the adorable Personalized Piggy Bank College Fund. Be sure to watch for the interview.

Labor Day Weekend is here, the last the three big summer holidays, and our last chance to say good bye to summer. Labor Day also marks putting away the white shoes and getting out the fall wardrobe (or at least shopping for fall clothes).

Picking Pumpkins Vintage Print Caftan Dress by Crazy Hot Clothes  Beautiful fall colors updated. Lovely.

 Felted Olive Green Wool Woman Scarf by Chopard  Breathtaking.

 Brown Wool Women’s Knit Shawl Shrug New Fall 2011 by Chicca Style Love this. Great for those cool autumn nights.

Brown Jasper and Carnelian Gemstone Bracelet by LindaB142 Fantastic colors.

Scarf Accessory in Fall Colors by Fiber Artsy Need to dress up a simple dress? Here’s how you do it!

 Flower Clips made from Recycled T-Shirts - 1 flower by Urban Eco Beauty When you want to add just a little something.

 Romantic Eco Hot Southern Mess Denim and Lace Skirt by Dress Me Love Lee So cute!

 Crocheted Shawl/Poncho by Larrie2121 I love orange!

Well, those are my picks. What do you think? Hard to pick just one? I know, they are all incredible. Each one is a winner. Pick one, pick two, that’s up to you. Poll is on the upper right corner and you have 6 days to vote. Winner gets a feature interview.

 

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Don’t forget to check out the costume pattern sale going on now and remember to use the coupon code HALLOWEEN for 40% off all costume sewing patterns!

Sewing for Babies

No, this is not like sewing for dummies, it is like “Making things for the babies in your life or who are about to enter your life.” Making something handmade for a new baby is one of the most gratifying things a person can do. In our busy lives it is just too easy, and sometimes almost necessary…or so it seems, to go to the Big Box store and just buy a blanket or whatever. This busy lifestyle makes taking the time to create a baby quilt, sew a dress, or crochet (or knit) a blanket all the more special; it also makes each item created an instant heirloom destined to be treasured and handed down for years to come. While listing patterns I came across a few that can help the person who sews create that very special item that will bring ooohs and ahhs at the next baby shower or baby arrival.

This pattern, Simplicity 9353, is size 6 months. Babies grow so fast. A beautiful dress for Passover, Easter, Christmas, or any future family celebration will be so appreciated, especially to a young growing family whose money goes to diapers, child care, and formula.

From stroller cover to shopping cart seat protector, Simplicity 4636 has it.

McCall’s 3630 includes directions for a quilt, crib caddy, diaper stacker, crib bumper, and dust ruffle. If you know what the decor theme is you can sew accordingly. If not, just use neutral baby-friendly colors to complement the decor.

All of these patterns can help create the heirlooms of tomorrow by creating gifts that come from the heart.

Happy Sewing y’all!

Remember, don’t forget to vote. Contest ends tonight.

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4.1.11 Miss Eileen’s Top Etsy Finds

Drum roll please……the last week’s winner was CathysTotes.etsy.com with her gorgeous Silk Dupioni Bow Bridal Clutch.

Here are next week’s contestants. Vote for your favorites in the upper left corner. The person with the most votes wins a Blog Feature Interview.

 

Pocket mirror, Le printemps by Emierose

Funky Felt Pincushion by Dawnorama

Handcrafted Stained Glass Daisy Suncatcher by rparishwoodworks

Blue Bird note cards by lemon lizard on Etsy

Ocean Seaweed Craft Soap by SoaperieMaindeNature

Sterling Silver Breathe Necklace by PianoBenchDesigns 

The hand knitted starlight baby / newborn blanket by Strikk

Timeless Elegance with Tangerine and Dark Brown Dress by LadyTa

Don’t forget to vote for your favorites! Tell your friends.

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