I have done a lot of sewing using vintage sewing patterns - usually these are 40s and 50s patterns. Though I own a number of original sewing patterns from the 1920s and 1930s, I don't have the heart to open them up and use them. However, these early patterns, just like those from the 1940s and 1950s, were not printed on the tissue like they are today with markings which show seam allowances, where to match pattern pieces, notches and etc. Generally, the older pattern pieces consist of precut tissue pieces with a series of hole punches... that's it.
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1903 McCall's Tissue Pattern Pieces |
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1903 McCall's Pattern Advertisement |
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1903 McCall's Measurement Illustration |
Today I was listing items to sell in my Etsy shop and came across a one page article in a 1903 McCall's Magazine which illustrates how to fit and use a McCall's pattern. This is an invaluable resource to someone who would like to use one of their vintage/antique patterns from their collection.
I have listed this page for sale in my Etsy Shop Here as an Instant Digital Download for anyone who may need the reference. Please visit my shop if you want more information on the listing.
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