In addition to the sizes I am adding to a couple newly-released patterns, I have part two of this year's 30's McCall series of multi-size patterns, this 1936 McCall dress:
and for October, this fun 50's blouse with apron also in multi-size:
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
On the Boards
Just a quick little preview for everyone here of what I have in store for release this September and October!
In addition to the sizes I am adding to a couple newly-released patterns, I have part two of this year's 30's McCall series of multi-size patterns, this 1936 McCall dress:
and for October, this fun 50's blouse with apron also in multi-size:
In addition to the sizes I am adding to a couple newly-released patterns, I have part two of this year's 30's McCall series of multi-size patterns, this 1936 McCall dress:
and for October, this fun 50's blouse with apron also in multi-size:
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
1862 German Traveling Dress
Early this year, I joined the Prescott Victorian Society and I have been working on a Civil War era project from this 1862 German Traveling Dress pattern.
Here is a timeline of photos.
I built the hoop skirt some time ago from one of Martha McCain's patterns for Simplicity:
The inside of the dress showing the deep hem facing:
The finished bodice before hooks and eyes concealed by the front facings are applied. The dress is Indian silk doupioni and the appliqué and covered button contrast is 110 gram silk taffeta:
Shows the finish on the hem with the hem facing and crin in place with the front facing before and after it is turned:
Detail showing one set of appliqués on the skirt and on the sleeve:
The complete dress (sans under collar and under sleeves):
For a little more in depth, I use Pinterest.com as a project montage process where I gather images of inspiration, fabrics swatches, trims, etc. with the patterns I use.
Here is a timeline of photos.
I built the hoop skirt some time ago from one of Martha McCain's patterns for Simplicity:
The inside of the dress showing the deep hem facing:
The finished bodice before hooks and eyes concealed by the front facings are applied. The dress is Indian silk doupioni and the appliqué and covered button contrast is 110 gram silk taffeta:
Shows the finish on the hem with the hem facing and crin in place with the front facing before and after it is turned:
Detail showing one set of appliqués on the skirt and on the sleeve:
The complete dress (sans under collar and under sleeves):
For a little more in depth, I use Pinterest.com as a project montage process where I gather images of inspiration, fabrics swatches, trims, etc. with the patterns I use.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
New 40's Pattern in two sizes
The latest is this Late-1940's Soft-Tailored Two-Piece Suit Dress in vintage sizes 14 & 16:
Sunday, June 24, 2012
New Multi-Size Pattern
As I am grading patterns for a custom order, I have this 1943 Dress pattern now available in sizes 12-16.
I will add sizes per demand (so I need to hear from you about that!)
A new single-size pattern in size 16:
Lastly, I currently have this pattern in sizes 14-18:
I will add sizes per demand (so I need to hear from you about that!)
A new single-size pattern in size 16:
Lastly, I currently have this pattern in sizes 14-18:
Friday, June 1, 2012
Four New Patterns
Just posted these on the site today:
1940 Dresses:
1862 German Dress:
1937 bonnets:
1888 French Cerny Blouse:
1940 Dresses:
1862 German Dress:
1937 bonnets:
1888 French Cerny Blouse:
Friday, May 4, 2012
New Multi-Size Pattern
This is one of the first 1933 McCall patterns I picked up. It is now available in multiple sizes 32" to 46" bust.
It has some phenomenal sleeve options, one of which is a cut sleeve which does not appear well in the pattern art. Below is a mock-up of that shirred and cut sleeve:
Shows as I fell the un-sewn edge of the sleeve trim over the cut opening.
With the trim felled and lapped per markings on the pattern.
The original pattern size is 20 (for 38" bust), but this is the sleeve graded to size 14 (for 32" bust).
Below is a screen shot here showing a few sleeve pieces in the CAD program I use to work on the patterns. The sleeve at bottom left is the cut sleeve trimmed with a contrasting band. Another nice detail about this sleeve style, it is shirred at the bottom for 4" so it fits close to the arm and really accentuates the open design.
It has some phenomenal sleeve options, one of which is a cut sleeve which does not appear well in the pattern art. Below is a mock-up of that shirred and cut sleeve:
Shows as I fell the un-sewn edge of the sleeve trim over the cut opening.
With the trim felled and lapped per markings on the pattern.
The original pattern size is 20 (for 38" bust), but this is the sleeve graded to size 14 (for 32" bust).
Below is a screen shot here showing a few sleeve pieces in the CAD program I use to work on the patterns. The sleeve at bottom left is the cut sleeve trimmed with a contrasting band. Another nice detail about this sleeve style, it is shirred at the bottom for 4" so it fits close to the arm and really accentuates the open design.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
New Single-size Pattern
This is the 1935 German Street Frock and Coat from Beyer's Modenblatt.
I will make it available in multi-size depending on demand and I will notify to the effect from this blog in future.
This pattern has some moderatly difficult detailing with bound buttonholes. Also, the Right Frock Front is top-titched through many layers. As well, the sleeves are finished with self-bias before the lap and top-stitching are in place.
The raglan sleeve coat is faced with contrasting fabric to match the dress, if desired.
Photos of a muslin version in progress:
With right front facing in place before turning.
Clipping and trimming the top curved edges before turning the facing.
Stitching the facing along the bottom edge the same depth as the hem (1-1/2").
Clipping and trimming the bottom curved edges before turning the facing.
Top-stitching on the upper portion of the right front after the facing is turned and pressed.
Top-stitching on the lower portion of the right front after the facing is turned and pressed.
Ink line indicates the top-stitching line on the sleeve lap after the facing is turned and pressed (I didn't make the buttonholes, I only marked bound buttonhole placement on the muslin).
I will make it available in multi-size depending on demand and I will notify to the effect from this blog in future.
This pattern has some moderatly difficult detailing with bound buttonholes. Also, the Right Frock Front is top-titched through many layers. As well, the sleeves are finished with self-bias before the lap and top-stitching are in place.
The raglan sleeve coat is faced with contrasting fabric to match the dress, if desired.
Photos of a muslin version in progress:
With right front facing in place before turning.
Clipping and trimming the top curved edges before turning the facing.
Stitching the facing along the bottom edge the same depth as the hem (1-1/2").
Clipping and trimming the bottom curved edges before turning the facing.
Top-stitching on the upper portion of the right front after the facing is turned and pressed.
Top-stitching on the lower portion of the right front after the facing is turned and pressed.
Ink line indicates the top-stitching line on the sleeve lap after the facing is turned and pressed (I didn't make the buttonholes, I only marked bound buttonhole placement on the muslin).
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