I chose an appropriate vintage pattern, usually mid 60's to early 70's, to suit the fabric I have sourced.
I have over 35 years experience in making and design, and can adapt patterns accordingly, should they require it. As you may be aware, the 1960's body measurements for specific sizes have changed over the years, I roughly estimate a size 14 in the 60's is a size 10 now, so I have to adapt the pattern to the correct sizing measurements for 2018.
Personally, I love bright colours and psychedelic patterns, they make the world a better place, be daring, be a Foxy Lady. I am aware that everyone doesn't want to be loud, so I also chose more subtle but still beautiful fabric colours and patterns. These days its called dopamine dressing, I didn't actually realise it was a thing!
With reference to the environment, I am aware that many of the original 60's and 70's fabrics are synthetic and do not believe synthetic fabrics have a place in industry in 2018. However, I am up cycling, and I'm putting something that has already been produced 40 - 50 years ago. If I buy modern fabrics, which is very rare, I buy natural preferably organic, although it is still quite expensive.
The vintage synthetics though, have stood the test of time, many of them wear well, wash well, and are difficult to crease. The fact that they are so durable means they will last you a lifetime, I would however recommend washing them rarely, so the synthetic fibres aren't going into our oceans.
If you like something you see, but want a slight alteration (eg length) I can adapt this for you at a minimal cost, or should you wish to chose some fabric and a pattern, then you can contact me as I take commissions too.
Here is a selection of some of my favourite up cycles I have made:-
If you like something you see, but want a slight alteration (eg length) I can adapt this for you at a minimal cost, or should you wish to chose some fabric and a pattern, then you can contact me as I take commissions too.
Here is a selection of some of my favourite up cycles I have made:-
Dusty - 1960s/70s pinafore made from true vintage scraps |
Edie - 1960s /1970s pinafore dress from reclaimed tartan |
Bridget - 1960s Mini Shift Dress from vintage cloth |
Jerkin made from vintage Andrew Foster |
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