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Today's daily inspiration was #simplicity.
So many things that seem simple, in truth, are very complex. A feather, a flame, a seed.
Because of some complications, the simplicity of a flame alludes me. I am without a cooktop still, so I need to figure out a way to use my order of kumquats before they rot if candied kumquats, marmalade, and cinnamon kumquats are no longer an option.
This seems an excellent opportunity, therefore, to finally try my hand at bitters making. Therefore I will be attempting to make a kumquat bitters, which should go well in the newly concocted house cocktail, titled an "I Beg You Pardon?" I'll let you know how it fares.
Simplicity Lisette 2209 made up in a mint green pique. I loved this pattern so much that I made it again! Blogged at Idle Fancy.
Note: Pattern construction notes are detailed in my original rose print version of 2209 at my blog.
Simplicity Sewing Pattern
#7071
Misses', Men's Or Teen Boys'
Nightshirt & Long Or Short Pajamas
Easy Essentials
Size XS 30 - 32, S 34 - 36, M 38 - 40, L 42 - 44, XL 46 - 48
Out Of Print
©1990
...is ultimately a matter of focus.”
- Ann Voskamp, One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are -
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Misses Designer Fashion Dress with "Designer Touch" Leaflet. The lined dress with front seam interest has slit opening in the raised neckline and optional top-stitching. View 1 has long set-in sleeves. View 2 is sleeveless.
Maker: Simplicity
Pattern #: 8537
Date of Pattern: 1969
Cost of Original Pattern: $1.00
Pattern Pieces: cut and complete
Pattern Envelope: yellowing and brittle due to age, some tears on envelope but still readable.
Pattern Instructions:Included
Size of Pattern: 16
Bust: 38
Waist: 29
Hip: 40
Bust 30"
Simplicity Designer's Pattern: 1 piece afternoon or informal dinner dress. The top has a surplice effect. The skirt front consists of 2 sections, and the back, of 4 sections forming godets at the lower part. In Version A the yoke and long sleeves are cut in one. A high V Version B features wide shoulder bands which are gathered and cross in back.
This is a scan of the original instructions for vintage pattern Simplicity 6183 page 2.
The original tissue is over 60 years old, so rather than further damage the paper, I have scanned the pattern instructions.
If you need any assistance with terminology, resizing, fabric selection or any other aspect of creating this lovely vintage pattern, please contact me.
This pattern is available in my etsy shop: ConsuturaFashionista
Adopted
Simplicity Vintage Sewing Pattern
#7329
Misses' Jumpsuit In Two Lengths
Transfer For Embroidery Included
"How To Sew" Pattern
Size 12
©1976
Blogged: bijinlicious.wordpress.com/2012/11/19/110-lotd-simplicity...
Nov. 19, 2012
Model/Stylist/Blogger/Photography: Sera Ginger Tokyoska (gig1)
Date: 1941
Misses and Women's Two-Piece Dress.
The collarless blouse is made with shoulder yokes which extend to form front and back panels. Smart-looking patch pockets are included in the side fronts and underarm seams. The jacket may be made with long or short sleeves. A narrow belt is buttoned at the waistline. The well-cut skirt is finished at the top with a belt and closes at the left side.
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Width around lower edge of skirt about 1 5/8 yards; size 14. (32B, 27W, 35H)
Finished back length from Base of Neck to hem of blouse 24 3/4"; size 14.
Finished length from waist to hem of skirt 26"; size 14.
Notions --
Style I-II: Slide fastener OR snap fasteners, hooks and eyes; 5 buttons (35 lines--7/8" diam.); prong-type buckle; seam binding (optional); shoulder pads (optional); buttonhole twist; shields.
Style I: Matching thread (100 yds.); contrast thread (50 yds.).
Style II: Matching thread (150 yds.)
Suggested Fabrics --
Style I: Cottons, silks, jersey, woolens, prints.
Style II: Velveteen, silk, jersey, light tweeds, wool crepe.
From the collection of Jessica H. Jaeger.
Life could be complicated, we have to simplify it by filtering what we want to hold on or let go.
生活得太擁擠，容易互相干擾，每夜我們用睡眠重建自我，當伴隨著晨光醒來，對自己完成了的再一次的拼湊。
該忘記的忘記，該牢記的牢記。
Sadly, I would wear this. As streetwear.
I love the blue one with the red apron. I'd do narrower sleeves, though.
Simplicity Vintage Sewing Pattern
#7692
Misses' Coat - Dress Or Beach - Coat & Two - Piece Bathing Suit
Size 12 Bust 34"
©1968
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Extra ease pinched up in back and collar and bow smoothed out a bit. I also think it's relatively hard for that front to lie flat on a normal person, with only one button. Adding a few more buttons would probably serve this design well.
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Simplicity 4032
I really liked the idea of this pattern. It's nice to have something that's easy to care for, made of fleece but doesn't look like you just walked out of the gym. The pattern has 4 jacket versions and a (rather hideous) vest option. I've never sewn with fleece before so I bought some less expensive mint colored fleece and a slightly more expensive fleece in a deep plum shade. My plan was to sew my second choice jacket designs with the green to get my feet wet with fleece, before cutting into the purple fabric.
I don't hate the end result but it's definitely not as nicely designed as I would have liked. My biggest issues are that it's just plain fussy to put on, the collar is a single, unfaced layer and rolls if it's not laying just so, the little accent bow does the same thing. The inner facings are all over the place. You really have to put it on and check that everything is in order instead of just tossing the jacket on and going.
My other issue is that the cross back measurement is too wide for my taste, by probably a full 2"/5cm. Jackets are generally cut like this to give room for layering, but I'm a hussy and wear mostly slim fitting clothing. On me, the shoulder seams fall off my shoulders and the look is a little sloppy.
The other thing to be aware of, which has more to do with my crappy skills than the pattern, is you really need to know which seams will be unfinished in the final product so you don’t cut those edges like you were a few sheets to the wind before you started. Fleece isn’t very forgiving in that sense.
I may still sew the other version of this jacket that I like a little better. If I do, I'll narrow the front and back pieces, mid shoulder (so I don't have to monkey with the fit of the collar or sleeves) and I may find a better way to keep the inner facings in line. I'm not an expert enough seamstress to go too crazy with mods but I think the pattern is salvageable.
Simplicity Crafts Sewing Pattern
#9349
Misses', Men's Or Teen Boys'
Top, Boxer Shorts & Tie With Holiday Accessories
Table Runner, Motifs For Appliques Or Ornaments
Size XS 30 - 32, S 34 - 36, M 38 - 40, L 42 - 44, XL 46 - 48
Out Of Print
©1989
Date: 1957
Misses Set of One-Yard Aprons (Transfer Included)
Gay aprons for entertaining or gift-giving. All views have waistband and tie-ends. V.1 features contrasting heart shaped pocket outlined with rick-rack and appliqued dove holding letter on right side. V.2 has 3 rows of ribbon and bow trim. V.3 has 2 pockets with flower trim. Apron features 2 rows of lace edging. V.4, felt apron with contrasting tie-ends and rick-rack has Christmas motif appliques.
Suggested Fabric Types --
V.1, V.2, V.3: cottons, linen, rayons, synthetics; gingham, pique, broadcloth, organdy, cotton-blends, taffeta, nylon.
V.1 (also in) and V.4: felt.
V.1 sash when felt is use for apron: cotton, rayons.
Sewing Notions --
View 1, 2, 3 and 4: 2 spools of thread, contrasting thread.
View1: 6 strand embroidery thread, 1 package of baby rick-rack.
View 3: flowers.
View 4: 1 package of rick-rack, sequins and pearls.
From the collection of Alexander B. Tecoma.