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Amy Jeanne

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Kami -- I think it's cute, but I can understand why you don't like it. It's not what we usually see you in.


I made another dress this weekend. So easy and I didn't even need the instructions (good thing because there were none!):

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It actually looks better ON me -- my dummy is making it look linebacker-y!

Not from the "Golden Era", but I'm branching out a bit. I found a receipt for the purchase of this pattern inside of it and it was dated July 9, 1970:

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I adore the large collar and side belt/buttons. They remind me so much of 30s fashion.
 
A few projects I have done recently.
Butterick 4513. I still have to hem it but want to finish the crinoline for it first. The fabric is vintage polished cotton and the buckle is a perfect match to the color of the flowers!
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This skirt is vintage fabric also. It was the first vintage fabric I bought on ebay about 4 years ago. I want to make a peasant blouse to go with it.
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mentha

Familiar Face
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The Netherlands
My turn!

Yay, I finally get to show something off :D My first step onto the path of creating 1940's and 1950's fasion. Beware: there's undies coming up! I personally don't think they're shocking [sorry, European, don't shock easily ;)], but I'll leave you to make up your own mind ;) It's a step-in slip, made from a pattern on Frilly Bits [I do believe the owner of that site hangs around here as well] and in the photo's I've combined it with my bullet bra and Rago step-in.

So here it is: my step-in slip!!!

The area where it pulls in the front, is where my Rago ends. I could have made it a bit longer, but this way I don't feel my thighs hitting eachother ;)


And the back of the slip... or was it me? ;)

I had more pictures, face included, but I'm afraid that at 9.30 pm I'm not that photogenic anymore :p
 

Miss Sis

One Too Many
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kamikat said:
Well, I think this is my last attempt at WWII fashion. The dress is cute, but it does nothing for my figure. It looks better with a red cardi, but that means it can only be worn in Early Spring and mid-Fall.
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Try a red belt, about 2" wide. I think that would draw the eye in and balance things out. I find almost all 40s dresses need a belt to look their best.

(The trim is red, right? Otherwise whichever colour the trim is!)
 

miss_smith

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Rhode Island
mentha said:
Yay, I finally get to show something off :D My first step onto the path of creating 1940's and 1950's fasion. Beware: there's undies coming up! I personally don't think they're shocking [sorry, European, don't shock easily ;)], but I'll leave you to make up your own mind ;) It's a step-in slip, made from a pattern on Frilly Bits [I do believe the owner of that site hangs around here as well] and in the photo's I've combined it with my bullet bra and Rago step-in.

So here it is: my step-in slip!!!

The area where it pulls in the front, is where my Rago ends. I could have made it a bit longer, but this way I don't feel my thighs hitting eachother ;)


And the back of the slip... or was it me? ;)

I had more pictures, face included, but I'm afraid that at 9.30 pm I'm not that photogenic anymore :p

I have yet to make any sort of undergarment, but yours came out great!
 

Lady Day

I'll Lock Up
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Cute slip, Mentha!

I made something Ive needed for a while, and was super easy, a shawl.

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Its a square (60") of black cashmere and over 6 yards of 14" long rayon fringe.

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Its pretty heavy. :eek: But the drape is fantastic. Makes me feel like such a diva.
I love it, way more than jackets. I think I might make a brown one as well.

LD
 

Amy Jeanne

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I love everything! With sewing I don't feel competitive AT ALL. I LOVE seeing everyone else's creations no matter what level of sewing you're at. To all the sewing ladies :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap
 

Lady Day

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Tip Top Trims, or something like that in the fabric district. The lovely woman from Mike's Fabrics recommended them to me. They are across the street from them as a matter of fact.

The man behind the counter was super nice and I got it for $4 a yard!
He only had black, though.

LD
 

maggiethespy

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DFW- Texas
Made this for a friend from a pattern I've been developing over the last couple of months. Once I get all of the kinks out, I'm going to start selling them on Etsy, I think ;)

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It is completely lined-- no exposed raw edges, completely top-stitched, and I just love the rick-rack!
 

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