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18 May, 2012
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04:42 AM
lauramae added the project called Polka Dots Make Me Happy!
Butterick 5033, Retro ’52: Misses’ Dress and Belt: Close-fitting, flared, mid-calf length dress has darted bodice, sleeveless cut-in armholes, with waistline seam, pleated skirt front and back zi…
28 April, 2012
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03:19 AM
lauramae added the project called Picnic Perfect
Ceil Chapman design distributed by Spadea Patterns. Woman’s gown with petal over-bust and full skirt with scalloped detailing.
I adore this pattern. However, my http://lilacsandlace….
21 April, 2012
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04:20 AM
lauramae added the project called Girly Pink
Hollywood 1719: One-Piece Dress. Four-piece bias skirt joins bodice at waist-line. High collarless neck-line or V-neck with shaped collar. Bracelet-length sleeves set into deep armholes have se…
18 April, 2012
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05:26 AM
lauramae added the project called Yummy Cotton & Silk Jacquard
Simplicity 3448: Misses and Women’s Afternoon Dress. Skirt is in six section. Style I blouse is trimmed with two front panels, drawn up at neck edge with a ribbon which ties in a bow in front. …
7 April, 2012
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10:43 PM
lauramae commented on the article Comment to Win: "The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook"
At the moment, the 1940s are definitely my go-to style decade. The styles are fabulous and do no…
18 March, 2012
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08:25 PM
lauramae added the project called Peplum Obsession
Eva Dress Skirt 6111: 1945 Ladies’ Dresses; 16-piece pattern in size 18 (36" bust, 30" waist, 39" hip).
I love everything about this pattern. In fact, this is the third version I have made….
12 March, 2012
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12:34 AM
lauramae added the project called Macaroon Medley - VintageModern Design Challenge
At the last minute, I decided that Amy Barickman’s Design Challenge was the perfect motivation to sew up a quick project that wasn’t a dress!
With only a week left to go, the quickest option…
11 March, 2012
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12:07 AM
lauramae added the project called Shocking Pink!
Simplicity 1997: Misses’ and Women’s One-Piece Dress and Coat: Smart season spanning ensemble. Dress – both views – has bodice with high round neckline and tie collar that fastens in a bow at fr…
18 February, 2012
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07:00 PM
lauramae added the project called Red Satin
Vintage Pattern Lending Library # 7725. This patterns features a close fitting dress, with stand up collar. Sleeves may be made in long, 3/4 length, or short options. Skirt features a deep yoke …
16 February, 2012
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06:02 AM
lauramae added the project called Blue Bird
Vogue 2610, Original 1947 Design: Misses’ Dress: Close-fitting dress, mid-calf or evening-length, has yokes, shoulder pads, dropped-waist bodice extending into looped/draped front, stay, A-line …
29 January, 2012
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01:13 AM
lauramae added the project called Stripes, Chevrons, and Crinolines, oh my!
Vogue 1172, Original 1957 Design: MISSES’/MISSES’ PETITE DRESS AND BELT: Below mid-calf length, sleeveless dresses A, B have close-fitting V-neck bodice with princess seams and extended shoulders,…
25 January, 2012
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07:08 AM
lauramae added the project called Out for a Stroll
Vogue 2444, Original 1947 Design: Misses’ Coat & Skirt. Very loose-fitting, slightly flared below-hip, lined coat has collar, slightly extended shoulders, shoulder pads, shaped front bands, pocke…
19 January, 2012
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11:28 PM
lauramae commented on the article Comment to Win "Fabric-by-Fabric One Yard Wonders!"
The full-skirted wool coat I made recently took loads of fabric between the wool, the underlining…
31 December, 2011
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08:36 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 31 - Win a Thread Box from Gütermann!
Skirts, blouses, and, of course, lots of dresses!
30 December, 2011
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10:02 PM
lauramae favorited the project 12/2011 V-neck blouse
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09:59 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 30 - Win a Prize Pack from Westcott!
You can always use a few extra pair a scissors – they love to play hide and seek just when you ne…
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07:32 AM
lauramae favorited the project 12/2011 Long sleeve maxi dress
29 December, 2011
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09:27 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 29 - Win The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook! 5 Winners!
I am planning on making up quite a few separates. However, I may end up being seduced by all of …
27 December, 2011
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09:20 PM
lauramae favorited the project 1947 Dress
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09:03 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 27 - Win the 2011 Threads Magazine Archive DVD-ROM from Threads Magazine!
I am lucky to have a second bedroom that is entirely devoted to sewing. And it’s a good thing to…
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04:56 AM
lauramae added the project called 1944 Was a Good Year for Suits
Vogue 2885, Original 1944 Design: MISSES’ JACKET AND SKIRT: Loose-fitting, lined jacket has front yoke, collar, long sleeves, front button closure, shoulder pads, shaped hemline and back pleat. Sl…
23 December, 2011
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10:01 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 23 - Win a Spoonflower $100 Credit!
There are too many options! As far as fabric choice, I think that the cotton silk is just yummy!
22 December, 2011
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09:02 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 22 - Win a Tailoring Supply Kit from A Fashionable Stitch!
Hair canvas! And quality buttons are always difficult to find.
20 December, 2011
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12:50 AM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 19 - Win $100 Gift Certificate from BritexFabrics.com!
Without a doubt, dresses! I cannot get enough! But I really should start making more separates …
19 December, 2011
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06:40 AM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 18 - Win a Focus Iron from Rowenta! [U.S. Only]
An iron is an essential sewing tool, and it would be fabulous to have a brand new one for all tho…
17 December, 2011
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08:44 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 17 - Win a Gift Bag from Blumenthal Lansing!
Rutherford B. Hayes.
16 December, 2011
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06:36 AM
lauramae added the project called Salt and Pepper Wool
Vogue 8211: Misses’ Coat: Close-fitting, lined, below mid-knee flared coat has sleeve and collar variations, shoulder pads, side pockets and snap closure.
This pattern has been sitting in th…
15 December, 2011
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01:22 AM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 14 - Win a $100 Gift Certificate from Indygo Junction!
I prefer hard copy patterns because there is no extra preparation. When I get a new pattern, I o…
13 December, 2011
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09:09 PM
lauramae commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 13 - Win a 5234PRW Project Runway™ Limited Edition Serger from Brother!
It all started with counted-cross stitch kits and hand-stitched dolls. It wasn’t until high scho…
More about lauramae
I adore sewing and knitting, mostly vintage or vintage-inspired patterns. I hope to inspire others to create lovely and lasting garments that speak of a past era and yet remain timeless and elegant.
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- Novato, California, United States
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- November 22, 2010
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- Intermediate
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