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.

Congratulations....

...Karlie!!!!!  You're the winner of the latest Giveaway (as chosen by the fancy schmancy Random Number Generator.)  Drop me an email and let me know your address and I'll Post the pattern right away!

Check back over the next few days for some fall-inspired Vintage Vogue Knitting Patterns.  Get your needles ready ladies!

I'll leave you with this...yet another reason I love the Fifties.  Even the toilet tissue ads were elegant!

(I've had this image for years - if anyone knows which site to credit for it, let me know.)

xox
Elle

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.

And the Winners Are...

 
I'm sorry for the delay, but an emergency vet visit for the little beastie above delayed the draws by a few hours.  There's nothing like starting the day with your your little buddy turning blue before your eyes, while failing miserably at trying adapt human first-aid to a four-legged critter, all before your first cup of coffee!  As it turns out, apparently "Betty the Boston" is deathly allergic to wasp/hornet/bee stings.  She's now fine (although a little dopey on doggie drugs,) I'm fine (I think) and my guy (aka Speedy Puppy Ambulance Driver) is fine, thank goodness!

And now, onto the Giveaway!

Draw Number One for this lovely pattern goes to...

...Meghan!!!  Congratulations Meghan!

Draw Number Two for this sweet pattern...

...goes to..."Mascara & Anchors!!!"

Congratulations to the winners!  Please email me your addresses so I can pop these patterns in the Post right away.

If you didn't happen to win this round, I'll have another Giveaway later this week that will feature some feminine Forties loveliness!  Stay tuned...

xox
Elle

The Long Awaited Pattern Giveaway...Squared

Here it is!  The vintage shirtdress pattern giveaway!  There has been so much attention paid to shirtdresses lately, that I just couldn't resist giving away a pattern for one!  I'm also adding a second  pattern into the mix just for kicks.

Free Pattern Number One is a vintage Fifties McCall's shirtdress pattern:

McCall's Number 3618  Size:  Bust 38 
Waist 32  Hips 41

Free Pattern Number Two is a vintage Fifties pattern with a full skirt option, snug wiggle skirt option and short or long raglan sleeves. 

Advance Number 9361  This pattern is sized Bust 36  Waist 28  Hips 38

To win either of these patterns, leave a comment telling me know which pattern you'd like to win.  Feel free to leave a comment for each pattern if you're interested in being entered into both draws.

For a second chance to win, post a link to this giveaway on your blog.

Shipping is, as always, free free free!

The draw will take place on August 29th.  Good luck!!!

xox
Elle

Giveaway!!!

 

Yes,  that's right, the Wasp Waists and Wiggle Skirts blog is having it's first ever giveaway!  All you need to do in order to be in the running for this great 1950's pattern (Advance 7731) is to:

a)  link to this post on your blog; or
b)  leave a comment in the comments section telling me who your favourite fashion icon from the Forties and Fifties is.

The drawing for this pattern will take place on July 22nd and I will post the result on the blog and ask the winner to pop me an email with their mailing information.

The measurements for this pattern are as follows:

Bust: 38"

Waist: 32"

Hips: 41"

If these sizes aren't going to work for you, don't fret - I'll be giving away loads of patterns (and other wonderful examples of vintagey goodness) during the coming weeks and months.

Good luck!

xox
Elle