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[SayCici]

NicoleAnn, muslin is a type of fabric but it also refers to the practice of sewing something up in a cheapy fabric, like muslin, if you think you might have fitting issues and want to work them out before cutting into your more expensive fabric and potentially messing it up.

 

[deadpandiva]

This is smaller than I like to go but I just fell in love with it. I think the only hard part will be adjusting the neckline so it doesn't slowly choke me.

 

[NicoleAnn]

ohh thank you cici
sounds like a smart thing to do

 

[SayCici]

I've been looking for a pattern like this FOREVER. Super simple 30s skirt - no pleats or flare or nothin'. A bonus about this one is that you can attach a slip bodice which is really cute and functional. The seller I got this from is having free shipping right now if you want to check out their shop, Toinette's @ Ruby Lane.

 

[Lady Day]

The seller I got this from is having free shipping right now if you want to check out their shop, Toinette's @ Ruby Lane.

Shhhh! Shes one of my hidden treasures!

Ive been shopping that store for years. Lots of great patterns, although I dont quite understand her pricing. The store has a lot of larger sizes but be prepaired to fork over bank.

LD

 

[SayCici]

Whoops! Sorry LD!

Ditto on the pricing! For some reason that particular pattern was on sale for $11 from $22. Didn't ask, just went for it!

 

[deadpandiva]

Cute pattern Cici.

I just got this one.

 

[swinggal]

Cute pattern Cici.

I just got this one.

Oooooh! Nice!

 

[SayCici]

So cute, DPD!

I should be saving up to finish my half-sleeve right now buuut:

Hood! Dreamy.

Now I really need to put my foot down and not buy new patterns until I sew the mounting project pile.

 

[kamikat]

Cici, the WearingHistory blouse is really cute, very flattering and easy to make! Can't wait to see yours!

 

[kamikat]

I picked up a great lot for dirt cheap

 

[deadpandiva]

Kamikat- that sun dress pattern is so cute.
Cici- I love the blose wit hthe bows.
I too need to take a break from pattern buying. Luclky I'm broke.
I did get this on recenltly though.

 

[Lauren]

Yay!!! Cici, I can't wait to see what you make from the pattern! I'm sure it will be fabulous!

LOVE the cut of the back of that dress, DPD!

 

[SugarKitten]

Went back to the hoarders. Bought more patterns. She'd gotten a huge box in, but there were all from the 70s!

Here's most of the haul:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/51031230@N03/

First sewing pattern is two non-vintage house dresses for my mom though...

 

[kamikat]

I wasn't quite sure which thread this belongs in, but here goes! I entered the patternreview.com Wardrobe Contest. The rules are: 4 tops, 4 bottoms, 1 topper and 1 free choice item that all go together. Each year, the contest has a theme. This year's theme is "following the trends". I was surprised to discover that one of this season's trend is "The New Pretty Woman", with ruffles, bows, ribbons, flounces, ect. All of my patterns are early 30's and most of them feature ruffles or bows. Here is my storyboard:

 

[SayCici]

kamikat, good luck! Your storyboard looks great! I love the look of everything, the blouses are especially cute. I should start to think of my to-sew list as a contest, maybe I'd get started (and finished) on things faster, ha.

 

[Lauren]

Wow! I love that! What an awesome storyboard. Good luck!

 

[Lauren]

I've been watching too much Annette, apparently, cause I'm craving an early 60s bikini!

I got this one from Lady Day. She's wearing the hat I made a repro pattern of, so I had to have it so I can wear the ensemble together!

And this one was so Audrey Hepburn I couldn't pass it up.

 

[Jenni]

Lauren, all of those are lovely. You have excellent taste.

I think this is missing the instructions which shoudn't be an issue for the blouse and skirt, but I've never made a jacket before.

I have this pattern too! I would be very happy to hook you up with the directions. I guess PM'ing doesn't work in this forum, so feel free to email me at jenniloves2sew (at) yahoo (dot) com.

-Jenni

 

[Ms Sew-n-Sew]

Just because a girl can never have too many blouses...