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Altering a Skirt to Fit...

OK, so at the moment there's a certain Vivien of Holloway circle skirt I'm desperate to own, however on the website the only option is a 32…

Started by Sammi

4 Oct 27, 2013
Reply by Sammi

Beginner knitter in need of help!

Hi crafty dolls! I have very recently (yesterday, in fact!) begun knitting after stumbling across some fantastic wools in a craft shop yest…

Started by Emmy Stone

2 Oct 7, 2013
Reply by Emmy Stone

Half Apron

Hello Ladies :) So recently I ordered a half apron from a lady on Etsy, and I love it!  However, given that I'm in the UK and the seller is…

Started by Sammi

1 Oct 1, 2013
Reply by Ginine Tonic

Blog for Better Sewing

I've been following Gertie's blog for a long time now, drooling over her amazing creations and skillz.  She just released a wonderful book,…

Started by Ruby duVin

7 Jul 31, 2013
Reply by Jen Robinson

Retro pattern sale!!

Butterick and Vogue patterns are on sale now until May 31 at a BIG discount. There's patterns for coats, dresses, and separates. Some are r…

Started by Kathleen

0 May 27, 2013

Late 1920s dress

A lot of things have got in the way for my new-found hobby sewing, but I'm finally able to show you my first dress.In November I got wind o…

Started by Margrete

4 May 13, 2013
Reply by Margrete

Help! I bought a vintage lace wedding dress at a thrift store that I need to alter.

I still consider myself beginner when it comes to sewing so I am afraid to alter it myself. I want to turn it into a strapless sweetheart d…

Started by Alex Razo

13 Apr 20, 2013
Reply by Alex Razo

The Great British Sewing Bee

Hi there, did anyone see The Great British Sewing Bee last night? (UK) I enjoyed it but thought I might pick up a few more 'tricks of the t…

Started by Paperdoll

2 Apr 19, 2013
Reply by Paperdoll

Vintage Vogue pattern sale! Now through April 11th

Vintage Vogue patterns are on sale for $3.49 (usually $15-18!) now through Thursday. You can find the patterns here: http://voguepatterns.m

Started by Kathleen

1 Apr 19, 2013
Reply by Yammy De

Where can I buy fabric online

Hi there, I've been looking around for good quality pin-up/50's/rockabilly style fabrics online, preferably from the UK as postage for fabr…

Started by Paperdoll

12 Apr 2, 2013
Reply by Paperdoll

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Jenny dress

Started by Lucy Aguilera Mar 24, 2015. 0 Replies

Hello there, has anyone ever altered a PUG Jenny dress? Practically the bust? I am not very blessed in that area and need to alter my dress. I am thinking of taking the boning out completely but…Continue

baby / toddler slings

Started by Kristina Hill Edwards. Last reply by Maria Houston Sep 30, 2014. 4 Replies

I could use some advise from you ladies... I used to make these baby/toddler ring slings…Continue

1950s style dress

Started by Margrete. Last reply by Miss Julia Aug 18, 2014. 4 Replies

Here's finally another project that's been a little on and off.When I got my sewing machine last year, the first thing I started "fantasizing" about was a 50s style dress in white w/black polkadot…Continue

Pattern Sizing and altering

Started by Melissa Gossett. Last reply by Miss Julia Aug 18, 2014. 1 Reply

I just joined the group and wanted to say this is amazing! I am a seamstress and make a lot of my own vintage clothing. I have been a seamstress for nearly 20 years, and I have done everything from…Continue

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