Now you’re going to check the title again and think I meant to say colour, but I did mean type of zip – I just couldn’t resist photographing this old zip swatch that I found rummaging through my zip box! Something I could never understand is why they produced so many similar shades of orange, […]
Read MoreI found a 1964 Burda magazine a while ago, so let’s look inside! It appears to be smack bang in the middle of the transition between 50’s and 60’s fashion, as you can see strong influences of both decades throughout the magazine. I love the make up, and that bag is cute too don’t you […]
Read MoreSome rouleau loop ideas, from the depths of my wardrobe….. some flat loops of silk inserted into a double folded CB edge… A keyhole opening with a single button and loop, on a camisole back… a skirt waistline, bound and finished with a button and loop… and it’s reverse…(hopefully this answers your question Myrna!) A […]
Read MoreThere were quite a few nice comments on the buttons and loops that I used to finish the waistband of my Miranda Skirt. I have to admit I love this finish too – plus there is no need to bother with buttonholes! I did take some photos at the time, so here’s a few […]
Read MoreHere’s how to make the pattern for a skirt with soft pleats on a waistband like my Miranda Skirt: The pattern pieces are simply rectangles, so with a few measurements you can chalk it directly onto the cloth, but you can make a paper pattern first if you prefer. It is worth doing a quick […]
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