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  1. 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
  2. retrogirl1941

    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...
  3. 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
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    Late 40s/Early 50's grey blue evening gown!

    Sorry its sold! Samantha
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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
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    Holiday Travel Photo Contest!

    The Contest: Show me a picture of you or your family travelling vintage style! The photos need to contain at least one of these elements: -vintage/retro style clothing -a vintage destination -vintage souvenirs(brochures, tacky ceramics etc etc) -a vintage mode of transportation -vintage...
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    Sun protection in the golden age

    Does anyone here have any information on how common sunglasses were during the 1920-1940s? I have seen ad's for sunglasses but, I have not seen photos taken in places besides beaches that people are wearing sunglasses. And what about sunscreen? When did that come into popular usage? Any...
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    Swap shopping anyone?

    I was watching a segment on the Today show, this morning and it was all about swapping your clothing and accesories with friends who have the same style and such as you. It looked like a great way to get new things for nothing. I was thinking how great it would be to be able to do this with...
  10. retrogirl1941

    WTB: Black evening gown length slip

    I need spome help finding a ready made and cheap black evening length slip! I have found pattern after pattern but I don't have time to sew one. So does any one have a new or vintage one they would be willing to sell? Here are my measurments: bust 38 waist 31 hips 41 Any help would be...
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    Beauty Pagents of the golden era!

    My new WWII reenacting impression happens to be Miss Florida Sunshine 1940. I am trying to find out more about beauty pagents of the era; includng Miss America. I need info about the different compittions, rules of clothing and so on. Samantha
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    Repro Ladys Vintage Items for sale!

    I lost weight recently and now need to sell some beautiful things. :( First up: This waist cincher(the brand name escapes me right now:eusa_doh: ) in a size 2x/34" waist. I am asking $15 for it including shipping, I just need it gone! This sweater from Rocket Originals in size 40...
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    The golden era version of paper plates?

    I was reading a 30's romance novel the other day and found a reference to what might be an earlier version of paper plates. She called them "wood fiber plates", and talked about being able to eat on the them and then burn them in the stove. I have never heard of this before. Does anyone have any...
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    Vintage Crocheting!

    I know we have a thread about vintage knitting but I want to track down some vintage patterns for crocheting. I have someone that can crochet anything and I was looking for any patterns from the 30's and 40's. I think if anyone can track one down for me a bed jacket! That would be hevenly! So go...
  16. retrogirl1941

    Lloyd Loom Furniture

    Yesterday I purchased a Lloyd Loom mint green clothes hamper. The tag inside says Lloyd Loom, Lusty Collection. I cant seem to find any info on the line or anything else. I will post pictures when I clean the hamper. I prettys sure its not golden era but if anybody can help me that would be...
  17. retrogirl1941

    Vintage Cheerlaeding

    I recently purchased a 1940s cream cheerleading sweater. I want to make an outfit surrounding the sweater. Today I am going looking for burgandy fabric for the skirt. I have seen two variations on the skirt, either paneled or pleated. Both examples are from the 1950s but, Im pretty sure the...
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    For Sale: Remix vintage shoes!!!!!

    I bought these shoes off ebay a while back and they dont fit as I would like them to. They are the style named rita and size 9.5. Heres a picture: They have not been worn at all excpet for trying on in my house. I am asking $60 including shipping for these. I just want to get back what I...
  20. retrogirl1941

    For Sale: Trashy Diva Asian dress

    I am selling a Trashy diva Asian Dress. I bought it only to find it is not my style at all. So you ladies get a stab for it. It is a size large and it fits to a the letter.Here is the trashy diva size chart: http://www.trashydiva.com/site/indexNOW.html And here is the description on the...
  21. retrogirl1941

    Help! I need Gloves!

    Ok so for a WWII reenactment this fall I will be wearing a white linen suit with my red hat, red remix shoes, and I need red gloves to go with it. I have been searching high and low! The event is in November so I have time but, its an off the wall request. This is what I want to find: I need a...
  22. retrogirl1941

    Wanted: Someone who knits.....

    I have some patterns for knitwear that I want reproduced for me but, I can't knit more than a scarf! All of what I want done are intermediate patterns. I will get materials for who ever and pay extra for the labor(whatever is appropraite). Any takers? Samantha
  23. retrogirl1941

    Falcon cameras

    I am bidding on a falcon camera right now and was wondering if anybody knows anything about the company or that sort of thing?I will post pictures shortly. Samantha

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