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Saving the World One Vintage Dress at a Time

  • 1950s Vintage Dress Part Two
    Sewing,  Vintage

    I Made a … 1950s Vintage Dress – From a Vintage Sewing Pattern Simplicity 3274 – Part TWO

    October 22, 2020 /

    My 1950s vintage dress is complete! This post is part TWO, where I make the skirt and finish up the bodice. I suggest you read part ONE before getting stuck into this post. You can find that post here.

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  • Sewing,  Vintage

    I Made a … 1950s Vintage Dress – From a Vintage Sewing Pattern Simplicity 3274 – Part One

    July 21, 2020 /

    My latest vintage sewing project is a 1950s vintage dress. I used a vintage pattern that I bought from Wave of Nostalgia in Haworth; Simplicity 3274. I wanted to try and create a really authentic feel for this dress by using vintage fabric, notions and techniques. This post details the making of the bodice. The making of the skirt will follow in my next post.

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  • Sewing,  Vintage

    I Made A … 1950s Slip – Vintage Sewing Pattern

    April 25, 2020 /

    A slip is a vintage wardrobe staple that has been sadly lacking from my vintage wardrobe for some time. With the UK in lockdown, I decided to make the most of my free time and fill a few gaps in my wardrobe.

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  • Sewing,  Vintage

    I Made a … 1940s Vintage Dress Butterick B6485

    April 14, 2020 /

    This 1940s vintage dress is actually a modern reprint of a vintage sewing pattern. I have been collecting these types of pattern for years and I decided that it was finally time to actually make one and I chose this Butterick pattern from 1944 for my first Youtube project video.

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  • Bound Buttonhole Tutorial - How to sew a bound buttonhole
    Sewing

    Bound Buttonhole Tutorial – How to sew a bound buttonhole

    February 16, 2020 /

    Bound buttonholes are a great alternative to machine worked buttonholes. They are commonly found on coats but if made narrower can also be used on lighter garments.

    In this tutorial I am using boiled wool so imagine that this buttonhole would be at the centre front of a coat. 

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  • Sewing

    How to Sew a Rolled Hem by Hand – Rolled Hem Tutorial

    January 29, 2020 /

    Rolled hems are so delicate and neat and I adore the way they look. However, I don’t think I have ever been 100% happy with how they turn out on a sewing machine. Sewing a rolled hem by hand is surprisingly simple and gives such a chic finish. It is perfect for finishing those special, slippery fabrics like silk and chiffon. This tutorial will show you how to master this couture sewing technique.

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  • Slant Hemming Stitch Tutorial - Retro Claude
    Sewing

    Slant Hemming Stitch – Overcast Hem Tutorial

    January 17, 2020 /

    An overcast hem uses a slant hemming stitch. The words used to describe this type of stitch are all kinds of confusing. But whatever you choose to call it this is a really quick, easy and secure way to hem a garment.

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  • Herringbone Stitch Tutorial - how to hem trousers
    Sewing

    Herringbone Stitch Tutorial – How to Hem Trousers

    January 10, 2020 /

    Herringbone stitch hems are mostly used for heavy weight fabrics like wool. It is also the most common type of stitch used to hem trousers. In this tutorial I will walk you through how to master a herringbone stitch and how to hem wool fabrics.

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  • Hand Sew a Hem - Slip Stitch
    Sewing

    How to Hand Sew a Hem – Slip Stitch Tutorial

    January 4, 2020 /

    A slip stitch is a really useful stitch to know. I can be used to hand sew hems quickly and easily, but can also be used to hand finish collars, cuffs and waistbands. This slip stitch tutorial will help you to master this versatile stitch. Level up your sewing with some beautiful hand stitching.

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  • Knitting,  Vintage

    I Made a … 1930s Knitted Cardigan

    December 6, 2019 /

    This 1930s knitted cardigan pattern was a the top of my Knitting Wishlist and came from Subversive Femme on Etsy*. Bex has a wonderful selection of vintage knitting patterns from the 1920s to 50s. She also has an amazing blog with lots of free knitting patterns. It’s well worth checking out!

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