Month: November 2014
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Patterns for the Great War
This year marks the centennial of the beginning of World War 1. In honour of Armistice Day, this post looks at commercial sewing patterns associated with the First World War. This illustration from the July 1917 issue of McCall’s magazine shows McCall patterns suitable for war work: a nurse’s uniform, apron, and cap, and outdoor…
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Preview: Lyanna Stark Costume – McCall’s 6940
This Halloween I went as Lyanna Stark. Full post to come when I’ve had the chance to do a real photo shoot… If you’d like to see a preview, I used a commercial pattern, McCall’s 6940, so was eligible to enter McCall’s Halloween costume contest. You can find my photos here. If you’re on Facebook,…
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