Mary Stiefer said... This looks lovely. I really like the fabric - is it cotton? Is that a pink ribbon that you've used for trim. Looks great. Would love to get a few more details. This will make a great house dress. 2/10/07 6:45 PM
Mary Reed said... LOVE IT! I just picked up several old (1960's), half sized patterns. They are drafted beautifully. I know that computers help with creating all the new fashion, but when I see your work, I am wistful for the "olden days." Thank you for you review. 2/10/07 8:15 PM
cherry said... Thank you both Marys! Yes it is a cotton, which I bought probably ten years ago, thinking to make a kimono-style robe. The trim came out of my stash of odds and ends, it's just a narrow ribbon, probably from Joanns.
I love working with old patterns, the older the better. I have made many as community theater costumes, not reviewed as they are always in a hectic rush. 2/10/07 8:22 PM
AnneM said... Sounds like a fun experience for you. And your review might inspire some folks to try vintage patterns! 2/20/07 8:15 AM
This looks lovely. I really like the fabric - is it cotton? Is that a pink ribbon that you've used for trim. Looks great. Would love to get a few more details. This will make a great house dress.
2/10/07 6:45 PM
LOVE IT! I just picked up several old (1960's), half sized patterns. They are drafted beautifully. I know that computers help with creating all the new fashion, but when I see your work, I am wistful for the "olden days." Thank you for you review.
2/10/07 8:15 PM
Thank you both Marys! Yes it is a cotton, which I bought probably ten years ago, thinking to make a kimono-style robe. The trim came out of my stash of odds and ends, it's just a narrow ribbon, probably from Joanns. I love working with old patterns, the older the better. I have made many as community theater costumes, not reviewed as they are always in a hectic rush.
2/10/07 8:22 PM
Sounds like a fun experience for you. And your review might inspire some folks to try vintage patterns!
2/20/07 8:15 AM