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  1. retrogirl1941

    vintage aprons for sale

    Whats the measurments on this dress? I love dirndls! This one is so pretty! Samantha
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Actually if you look at catalogs from the 1920s through the 50s you will see that sheer sotton and cotton sateen was very acceptale for afternoon dresses and out on hte town wear. Sheer cotton makes a wonderful afternoon dress fro summer when one wishes to be cool and pretty! Samantha
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Actually......I own a 1940s cotton sheer dress and it is not a house dress. I have seen many cotton dresses that are not house dresses. Sundress and sheer dresses are what seemes to be made out of cotton most of the time becouse its hot in the summer and you want to be comforatble cottons is the...
  4. retrogirl1941

    Vintage-y luggage?

    Swinggal, Can you post the link to the target luggage? I love it! And they would be a bit more affordable than most other sets. Samantha
  5. retrogirl1941

    Burma Shave road signs

    Does anyone know the dimensions for the burma shave signs? I am trying to make a repro set for the Florida WWII reenacting community. Any help is apprieciated! Samantha
  7. retrogirl1941

    Period cloting attitudes, period.

    Thanks everyone for weighing in! Just for another refresher I am wanting 1940s clothing attitudes not modern day style takes on this outfit. I will have to see what my friend wants. If anything, I will be making one for me(Im only 23)! Samantha
  8. retrogirl1941

    Period cloting attitudes, period.

    Ok here is the pattern: I would think if I added sleeves to it and made a few dickeys that would look more age appropriate. Samantha
  9. retrogirl1941

    Period cloting attitudes, period.

    Thats what I was thinking, no ruffle! lol This jumper is very streamlined but something aboutit doesnt look right to my eye for someone in there early 40s. I will have to post the picture for everyone to weigh in on. Samantha
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    Period cloting attitudes, period.

    I am usaully right on the moeny in the way dressing different age groups for WWII reenacting. But I am stumped! My friend sent me a jumper pattern in a size 40 bust! She wanted to know if it would be appropriate to wear for reenacting. I know that just as today, just becasue it's made in a...
  11. retrogirl1941

    1940s black evening gown for sale!

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230436959798&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT Check out my auction for another beatiful evening gown from my collection! Samantha
  13. retrogirl1941

    Late 40s/Early 50's grey blue evening gown!

    Sorry its sold! Samantha
  14. retrogirl1941

    Everyday Women of the Golden Era

    Does anyone have pictures of artist or bohemian types during the 30s and 40's? I would love to find some different looks for everyday dressing.I don't want to look crazy but unique while at WWII events and such. Samantha
  15. retrogirl1941

    CCC Information

    Perfect! Thats exactly what I am looking for! Thank you so much! Samantha
  16. retrogirl1941

    CCC Information

    Im wondering if women were used in the field or were used as office clerks or something comparable? Samantha
  17. retrogirl1941

    CCC Information

    Thanks Lizzie! Over the weekend I went to a state park that was completley built by the CCC. It was still beautiful! Next year for there Yesterdays festival my husband and I are going to set up a CCC camp display. We saw the special on PBS about the CCC a month or two ago and got alot of good...
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    CCC Information

    Does anyone have information on the CCC? I was trying to find anything about women in the CCC. They we allowed to join until 1937 but, I have'nt found anymore info than that. I would like to see pictures of uniforms they wore, what jobs they could do, etc etc. Thanks in advance. Samantha
  20. retrogirl1941

    High Waisted Pants & Jeans!

    Laura, I ordered a size 34 due to my measurments being a waist sized 33" and hips sized 41". Samantha
  21. retrogirl1941

    High Waisted Pants & Jeans!

    Thank you ladies! I feel more confident about putting mine in the dryer.Thanks! Samantha
  22. retrogirl1941

    High Waisted Pants & Jeans!

    I just got my freddies of pinewood jeans in today. I ordered the grey untillities. The front is a tad baggy, if I were to wash them would they shrink an little bit or alot? Samantha
  23. retrogirl1941

    Women's Vintage Clothing For Sale

    How much is the top? Samantha

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