Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Turnings are allowed on this pattern
Posted on 5:37 AM by follow me
So last year I decided that it was about god damn time I sorted my sewing skills out and I had a few classes to re-jig the old noggin. Turns out I could not remember a thing so it was defintely the beginners classes for me. I am getting better and I try and make something every week or so. Practise makes perfect. Apparently.
My dream would be to make a dress from scratch...so far I have made cushions, aprons and a peg bag. I am a long way off my dream of becoming a dressmaker.
My weak skills however have not stopped me eyeing all the vintage patterns in every thrift store in the South of England. I recently purchased the one pictured above for £2.00 in Lewes. I love the fifties and this pattern looks like the perfect little prom dress for a summers day walking with my chap along the countryside. No?
The great thing about these colourful pattern packages is that even if you are not using them, they look great on your walls or mantleplace due to the fabulous illustrations and logos.
Have any of you been successful in using one of these vintage patterns? I would love to hear any success stories as all I have are tales of fabric horror and wonky stitching. Is there light at the end of my sewing tunnel?
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