Friends, when is the last time you saw someone wear a bed jacket who wasn't starring in a 1940's film noir?
Showing posts with label 40s glamour. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 40s glamour. Show all posts
Jan 17, 2017
Whatever Happened to the Bed Jacket?
Friends, when is the last time you saw someone wear a bed jacket who wasn't starring in a 1940's film noir?
Apr 21, 2016
My Birthday GIVEAWAY -- 1940's Draping Book!
It's my birthday today and I'm celebrating it with a giveaway!
Apr 6, 2015
Vogue Spring Fashions -- of 1942!
As anyone who follows me on Pinterest already knows, I am a big fan of vintage department store display, Sixties hairdos, and -- most especially -- Forties fashion.
Jun 28, 2014
Jun 25, 2014
Jun 24, 2014
Getting Started on Cathy's Floral Rayon Day Dress
Readers, I am happy to report that Cathy's new frock, McCall's 4752 (from 1942, I believe) is coming along smoothly.
Jan 21, 2014
Mystery of Vogue 4742 REVEALED, or "Do the Bustle!"
Good news, readers! Despite today's blizzard, my vintage 40's Vogue evening gown pattern arrived in the mail. It's S-4742, and I believe it dates back to 1946.
Jan 13, 2014
The Mystery of Vogue 4742
Readers, I have an unfortunate habit. When I'm not deeply immersed in a sewing project, my attention wanders to sites like eBay.
Nov 9, 2013
Cathy's Photo Shoot from the Pattern Review Anniversary Party!
What a lovely night Cathy had at the Pattern Review Anniversary Party held at Elliott Berman Textiles yesterday!
Nov 8, 2013
Nov 7, 2013
Miles to Sew Before I Sleep
We're getting down to the wire, people!
There is still a great deal to do before this LBD is done, and I have less than twenty-four hours to do it. I need to insert a lapped side zipper. I need to attach the sleeves. I need to stitch down the neck facings and cuff facings. I need to hem a very wide skirt. And then there's Cathy's hair!
Jun 19, 2013
Those Fabulous Forties Suit Patterns!
Friends, if you love vintage patterns as I do, you probably have your own favorite category -- maybe it's Fifties cocktail dresses, WWII-era aprons, or Thirties lounging pajamas. (Parenthetically, one of the fun things about Pinterest is seeing what other people are into, like Laura Mae's shoe fetish!)
May 24, 2013
Cathy's Full 1940's Silk Dress Photoshoot!
Readers, I am delighted to share Cathy's silk dress photo shoot with you today -- in its entirety!
May 23, 2013
Hey, that's Cathy in her new silk dress!
Wait -- THAT'S not Cathy!
Readers, if you'd like to see the real Cathy Lane in her Forties silk charmeuse dress, hop on over to the Mood Sewing Network today.
May 11, 2013
A New Dress for Cathy!
Readers, I've changed my mind again.
I am not ready to jump immediately into the cotton-mohair suit jacket that goes with the pants I just made. I'm tired and I want to have some fun. Tailoring is rewarding, but fun it ain't.
Feb 9, 2013
Look What I Just Got in the Mail-- or "Debi Declutters"
Friends, this has been a very good week for me, sewing-wise. Or rather, sewing stuff-wise.
First, the Singer featherweight. Then, the fabulous vintage sewing book. Finally today -- well, you'll see!
Jan 29, 2013
Hone Your Vintage Styling Skills: a Resource Guide!
One of the challenges of putting Cathy in vintage outfits from different eras is accessorizing them correctly and giving her the right period look.
Jan 18, 2013
The Ethics of Vintage Fur
Readers, I want one of these. I mean, I really want one.
These type of fur stoles were very popular in the 1940's and can really add a touch of luxury -- and authenticity -- to a vintage outfit.
Nov 22, 2012
LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT -- The Vintage 40's Sewing Mannequin Doll
Friends, a bit of advice: do not shop online at night, especially on sites like Etsy and eBay, where one-of-a-kind collectibles are available for purchase at the strike of a computer key. After 11 pm, particularly around a holiday, one's resistence WILL BE LOW.
Nov 21, 2012
Help me make this Cyd Charisse gown!
Readers, I am officially a man on a mission! With the holidays upon us, I have decided it's time to make Cathy a really sumptuous evening dress and, after watching the 1948 Esther Williams film, "On An Island With You," I have become obsessed with this Irene Lentz-Gibbons (more commonly known as Irene) dress worn by Cyd Charisse in a tango she performs with Ricardo Montalban.
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