Wasp Waists and Wiggle Skirts

Forties Pattern Giveaway - The Valentine's Day Edition

 
 
 

Butterick Number 3574

Size:  Bust 32  Waist 26.5  Hips  35

 

Just in time for...

...Valentine's Day!!!

I was getting ready to list this pattern in the shop, but I thought that having a giveaway was a much better idea (oodles of patterns to be listed in the shop over the next few days so keep a look-out!)

This negligee has a loose, flowing back and a belt that slips through side slits and ties around the fitted front.  A perfect example of a gorgeous 1940's design.

As always, leave a comment below to be entered for this giveaway.  If you link back to this giveaway on your blog, I'll enter you twice! (Just be sure to leave me a comment letting me know.)

The draw will take place on January 24th.

Good luck!

xox
Elle

ps  This pattern is over 70 years old and has therefore had it's share of wear and tear.  All the pieces are complete (I checked) but the envelope is in rough shape.  Also, please note that this pattern is a punched (or perforated) pattern, not a printed pattern.

The Forties Pattern Giveaway!

Here it is - the third Pattern Giveaway from

Wasp Waists and Wiggle Skirts!

Simplicity Number 1043

Size:  Bust 38  Waist 32  Hips  41

The pattern has a slim skirt and a Sweetheart Neckline with optional ruffle and tie trim.  There are two sleeve options - either three-quarter length or short sleeved and again, there is an optional ruffle trim.  My favourite part of this pattern (other than the jumping dog print on the mauve dress) is the ruffle detailing on the pockets!  I may just have to steal the idea!

As always, leave a comment below to be entered for this giveaway.  If you leave a comment in your blog linking back to this giveaway, I'll enter you twice!

The draw will take place on September 21st.

Good luck!

xox
Elle

ps  This pattern is 65 years old and has therefore had it's share of wear and tear.  All the pieces are complete (I checked) but the envelope is in rough shape.  Also, please note that this pattern is a punched (or perforated) pattern, not a printed pattern.

"Looking Like a Fashion Photo" II

Here is the second installment of the instructions for making your very own vintage-inspired war-time hats.  Don't you just adore the Forties? 

I sure wish I had the pattern for the matching clutch in the second photo...hey, wait a minute, I do!  Take a peek at the second half of the instructions for the Bow Calot with Back Ruffle.

Enjoy!

As always, click on the photo to open a larger version and then save and/or print the image.

Calot (#13)

 

  

Bow Calot with Back Ruffle and Matching Bag (#14)

 

 

xox
Elle

ps  Meghan, please drop me an email with your address so I can send your pattern to you!  Thanks!