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  1. kamikat

    Vintage for the over 40 crowd

    My high heel every day days came to an end when I hurt my back nearly 5 years ago, then the heels on special occasions ended last summer when I developed plantar fasciatis. My Muffys saddles are the only shoes deep enough to accomodate my orthodics. I wear them nearly every day. I have some...
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    Show us your hair do's....

    Love the new color, shebear!
  3. kamikat

    Britishisms sneaking into American vernacular

    I became a tea convert while visiting London. Before then, it was coffee in the morning, decaf tea on cold nights or when sick. I know bags aren't great, but I brought home several boxes of bags home with me and they're great for a single cup. I still love a big pitcher of mango or raspberry...
  4. kamikat

    Vintage for the over 40 crowd

    No, not at all. However, I don't remember seeing it. Send it again and I'll accept.
  5. kamikat

    Ladies show us your best.

    The top is from a 70's pattern, the skirt is a 40's pattern, and Muffy's saddle shoes.
  7. kamikat

    Ladies show us your best.

    MissNV, I love your patio dress! AmyJeanne, awesome as always! That dress looks great on you!
  8. kamikat

    Starting over with a new body style....

    Yes, I had to start all over. A while back, I had a medical issue that was treated with medications that caused me to gain nearly 60lbs in 2 months. I suddenly felt to fat to dress sexy. I left behind 50s styles in favor of 40s styles. I started with a couple A-lune skirts and blouses.
  9. kamikat

    Show us what you've made!

    Here is a 70s does 40s top with a Simplicity re-issue skirt that I got in a swap. Check out the similarities between the two patterns. In addition to the obvious neckline differences, the 70s pattern is designed for jersey knits, which I love to sew.
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    Show us what you've made!

    Oh, very nice! What pattern did you use?
  11. kamikat

    What Did You Drink Last Night?

    Way too much Beefeater gin and fresh squeezed orange juice.
  13. kamikat

    Round 3 Beauty Box Official Thread

    Sounds good to me.
  14. kamikat

    Wearing vintage at home.

    My wardrobe is handmade from vintage patterns. Up until a month ago, I had been a stay-at-home mom for 13 years. My "at home" wardrobe was my only wardrobe. I think women have it easier. A cotton housedress is comfortable, durable and machine-washable. Now that I have a part time job, I...
  15. kamikat

    What ever happened to station wagons?

    I've had 2 new wagons as an adult, a 2000 Saturn and my current car, a 2004 Subaru outback. I never thought I could love a new car. I had a series of air-cooled VWs but my husband isn't into working on them they way my dad was. My Subaru is just as good in snow and ice as my old VWs and...
  16. kamikat

    Autumnal Thoughts........

    We were in the 90s yesterday and will probably hit 90 again today. I hate September because I expect it to be cooler but it's not comfortable until mid-September, at the earliest.
  17. kamikat

    The Middy Thread

    For my hair hair, it depends on the length. My longer middy looks fine unstyled, but when my middy is shorter, it looks awful. My hair is super straight, so without a set, it just hangs flat. Have you tried Hot Sticks? The set isn't quite as nice as a wet set, but is fine for days when you...
  19. kamikat

    Plus Size Vintage

    I'm selling some of the dress I've made from vintage patterns. All fit a modern US size 20. http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?66030-FS-Women-s-plus-size-handmade-reproduction-dresses
  20. kamikat

    FS:Women's plus size handmade reproduction dresses

    I'm asking $20 for each dress or $60 for the lot of 4. All of them are 100% cotton and machine wash/dry. All fit a modern USA 20, 46-48 bust, 40-42 waist, 48 hip. early 30's sailor dress late 30's two piece outfit WWII drop-waist dress 40's cherry print dress
  21. kamikat

    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    How heavy is the silk? What is it, satin, taffeta, ect? I lean toward batiste, as muslin might give too much body resulting in soft folds, rather than crisp pleats. Does that make sense? The other issue with muslin is that it is completely untreated. Generally speaking, you need to prewash...
  22. kamikat

    Articles says men lose fashion sense at age 37....

    I guess I should be thankful that at 37, my husband got a new job that required him to go from business casual (khakis and bowling shirts) to suits. He's had to buy a whole new wardrobe of suits, all cut to the latest fashion (slim cut, NOT skinny). Due to the nature of his position and having...
  23. kamikat

    MOderators - What's this number

    It doesn't feel that long ago, but I'm 208.

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