More Vintage Patterns

[mala_14]

I bought these patterns from Vintage Martini about a month ago when jenthompson said that they had put up a number of patterns at very low prices. The low price combined with very reasonable shipping up here to Canada made up my mind about purchasing.

This one is from 1942. I got it because I really like the design with the pleats and pockets lining up. I also decided I needed some vintage patterns of practical dresses (meaning casual ones with pockets). I think this one fits the bill.


This one is from 1949. Another shirtdress with pockets. I have really been craving a shirtdress (or several) lately, in case you couldn't tell. I also really like the New Look and wanted to try my hand at kimono sleeves with gussets.


This is the last one. It's from 1951. Tailoring is another thing that I want to start learning about. Even this one is significantly too big for me (the other two are pretty close to my size), I have been wanting a New Look suit pattern with both a flared and straight skirt.


I don't have any fabric that I specifically want to use with these patterns, but they were just too good of a deal to pass up and I am really happy I got them. I took some pictures of a couple other things, so hopefully I'll be good about posting for the next little while and be able to share some stuff.

Comments

[jenthompson.livejournal.com]

Yay! I'm so glad you were able to get some good patterns. I LOVE that New Look suit one. I can't wait to see what you make!

[mala-14.livejournal.com]

I'm thinking of joining in on the HSF next year and doing a half marathon, so I may get around to actually making the 1942 dress in the not too distant future. I'm also going to be on the lookout for some good wool for the suit. Thanks for the heads up about the Vintage Martini patterns!