1960's Fashions by Fieldcrest - Mother Daughter Robes From Towels - Free Patterns

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Fieldcrest® is a trusted brand of household linens. In the 1960's the company published a complimentary selection of patterns and instructions using Vogue, Simplicity and McCall's patterns. This wonderful duo of casual pullover robes for both women and children have easy to follow instructions for cutting and minimal sewing to achieve these sturdy and easy to wear robes. You may have to look for vintage towels for patterned towels, or why not go for the hotel white effect. Whatever towels you choose they will surely be a hit this winter as a cuddly and warm lounging caftan.

Pretty Retro Aprons for Barbie Dolls - Free Pattern Friday

Retro Aprons For Barbie

Scraps and bits of trim are all you need to make these pretty retro aprons for Barbie. So easy you can make them in a jiffy. Download pattern to make these three doll aprons for the perfect stocking stuffer for children and doll enthusiasts alike. Courtesy of the Vintage Pattern Marketplace. Visit all of our members' shops for unique vintage sewing patterns and supplies.

1950s Pullover Cowl Hood - Free Pattern - Easy to Make

Advance 7858 Cowl Hood Pattern

This easy to sew pullover hood fits snugly over the shoulders and around the face. Line it in contrast fabric or faux fur for an extra warm and cozy Winter head covering. Make it in lightweight fabrics to tuck into a sweater or jacket neckline for a carefree way to keep your mane in place on a windy day. This download prints on 8.5" x 11" sheets of paper. Download HERE.

A 'Round the Clock Doll Wardrobe Made From Socks

1963© Marguerite Kelly Holmes

Marguerite Kelly Holmes must have been an interesting person. In 1950 she and her husband published a book titled Play By Ear; A Music Course for Everyone. But it is her A 'Round The Clock Wardrobe patterns for Barbie dolls that made her name in the world of sewing patterns. But wait!! These are NO-SEW patterns. In fact, not only are these garments glued together, they are constructed from socks!! What a fantastic up-cycle re-fashioning project. Use those crazy striped and argyle socks destined for the rag bin for these fabulous Barbie doll fashions. Easy enough for young people to make and it may even imbue them with a lasting sewing bug. There were several patterns issued in the 1960s. Many are available as original patterns, printed on a single large sheet, or as downloads. The Vintage Pattern Marketplace vendors are offering this one for free to get you started.  Download this pattern here.

Facings - A Primer for Finishing

Perhaps dread is too strong of a term but when it comes to facings, avoidance is usually the route many a seamstress take. In reality, facings do not have to be such a hurdle and the difference between a faced neckline or armhole and one that is folded over and stitched is like night and day. Take pride in your garment by seeing to the details all the way to the end. You will wear your garment proudly. 

A Primer for Facings

Print this easy to follow primer (Download Here) and keep it in your sewing area as a reference.