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What-I-Found - Sewing Patterns! is a showcase for vintage and current patterns for all ages and eras.
Patterns from Vogue, Butterick, McCalls, Simplicity, Folkwear, Mail Order, and Burda for Men, Women, Children, Maternity, Infants, Toddlers, Modest Clothing, Weddings, Bridesmaids, Theatre, Costumes for Cosplay, Renaissance Fairs, Role Playing, Halloween, Crafts, Knitting, Crochet, Embroidery, Tatting, Home Decor, Dolls, Newborn to Plus Size.
The Vintage patterns include the Roaring 20's through the Disco 80's with lots of Sizzling 70's, Sexy 60's, Flirty 50's, Fabulous 40's and Thrifty 30's in-between.
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Let's celebrate Sewing Patterns! They are works of art...and they lead to personal works of art.
I do sell wonderful patterns and encourage you to go shopping (just click here to get to my store). But I also come across lots of great stuff that relates to patterns, ideas and tips, information that you might enjoy.
So come on in and explore!
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There are some wonderful things to see at the Lactis Museum of Lace and Textiles site.
"We learn something new about ourselves and our capabilities when, for example, we experience for the first time the revelation of lace."
Anna Bennet
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Things you find in Patterns.
It's common to find things when you look in old patterns. Sometimes you'll see clippings of the outfit or fabric swatches. But then there is the unexpected.
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Here is one of many fascinating photos you can find at Shorpy, a collection you can spend days looking at.
These are from a collection found at www.tradecards.com These are a few Victorian Trade Cards used to
********************************************* Some Wonderful Images from the New York Public Library Digital Gallery I was struck by the detail, so much handwork for what babies and toddlers wore...and you just know that these beautiful things were going to get ruined...babies just mess stuff up. And whoever heard of a careful toddler? But the love that is shown here is undeniable.
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************************************************************************** Here are some Late Edwardian era ladies fashions (with feathered hats!) that I think are pretty wonderful. These can be found ( and purchased) at All Dress Forms.
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