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One pattern several outfits – the “wardrobe” phenomena
11 Oct 2014

One pattern several outfits – the “wardrobe” phenomena

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Inspiration | 5

When I first started sewing my teacher suggested that we all buy a “wardrobe” pattern. These patterns, which during the 1980s when I was learning to sew, were especially aimed at workwear, have a longer history. Here is one from … Continued

1980s, capsule wardrobe, career wardrobe, vintage workwear
Vogue Paris Originals – planning my winter wardrobe
25 Aug 2014

Vogue Paris Originals – planning my winter wardrobe

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Inspiration, WIP (work in progress) | 16

Winter is coming, as they say on Game of Thrones. I am going to need some warmer clothes, and warmer clothes are what I most enjoy sewing. Jackets, skirts, coats – warm but elegant. I always plan my sewing to … Continued

1960s, dress and jacket, skirt suits, vintage workwear, Vogue Paris Originals
My first SWAP
11 May 2014

My first SWAP

by fabrickated | posted in: Finished projects | 0

Sewing with a Plan! I have only been sewing again since March 2013, although I used to do a lot when my kids were small. But since then I have relied on the internet for inspiration, advice, tutorials, pattern and … Continued

SWAP 2014, vintage workwear

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