Tag Archives: vintage sewing

Why I Wish I Could Knit

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Sew Craftful

While browsing through a vintage Woman’s Day magazine, I came across this magazine page for ordering a knitting patterns for these Estonia mittens and gloves.  I love the bright colors.  Oh how I’d wish it would snow…if I could knit.  … Continue reading →

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Inserting a Zipper Into a Dart on a Skirt

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Sew Craftful

1. Mark the dart using tailor’s chalk. The upper horizontal line marks the end of the zipper. The lower mark the end. Mark the center of the dart with basting. 2. Finish the dart with a piece of lining fabric. … Continue reading →

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Making Sewing Patterns

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Sew Craftful

Pattern making tools

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Vintage Sewing Pattern Lingo It’s Worth Knowing

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Sew Craftful

Up for bid is a lot of three vintage dressmaker patterns: M1021, New York Designers Collection, ff, uc, complete; lfvv, uc, ff, printed, mint condition, Paris Original, circa 1950s, Pierre Cardin, V2075 w/label; and Dior, lfvv, cut, vc, complete, Paris … Continue reading →

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