Hello, friends! I’m continuing to fulfill my Vintage Pattern Pledge and have sewn another of my vintage patterns! This one is Simplicity 4667, a design from 1954 that also happens to be in my size! Plus, I found this pattern uncut and for a steal on eBay. Double win! I made the scalloped neckline of […]
The 1929 Pansy Dress
How’s tricks, dames? I’m extremely excited to fully share this year’s 1920’s dress for the Gatsby Summer Afternoon. I’ve been sharing my progress in making this dress on Instagram and it was a labor of love. The Gatsby Summer Afternoon is an Art Deco picnic held at the Dunsmuir-Hellman Mansion in Oakland, CA every September. I […]
The “Frida Does the 1940’s” Outfit
Hola, Amigas! I started this outfit last summer and ta-da! It’s done 8 months later! As I continue delving into my UFO sewing collection, this one is the latest to become a wearable garment, or in this case — an outfit! I used Simplicity 1261, a vintage peasant blouse and skirt pattern from the 1940’s. […]
A 1950’s Embroidered Peasant Dress
Yay! After over a year from planning to finishing — I’m finally done with this dress! This dress was in my mind long before I found my vintage pattern. I’ve been in love with 1950’s peasant dresses for a long time and now I have one perfectly suited for ME. It’s like a dream that […]
