It's always exciting when a sewing inspiration visits Australia and recently Gretchen Hirsch (Gertie) did just that. She's so inspiring and keeps putting out her feminine fabrics and patterns to bring these lovely into our everyday lives.On Friday night after Gertie's whirlwind tour to Brisbane and Melbourne, we were lucky to have Gertie speak at a function … Continue reading Gertie vintage
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Vintage 1950s blouse
I chose Simplicity 1460 in December before the Vintage Pattern pledge began this year and it's now one of my vintage pattern pledge projects.From the measurements I chose size 14. That's my current waist size and the review I read mentioned the waist measurement as an issue to keep in mind. This blue retro print version … Continue reading Vintage 1950s blouse
Trench coat sewing
Is it time for a trench coat? A slow sew-along maybe with no real end date? The ads for trench coats are everywhere.Renata, Sharon and I have been talking about making a trench coat for a few months. I'm ready to tackle this so if you are, let me know or just keep an eye … Continue reading Trench coat sewing
