While browsing Pinterest yesterday I found a link to this post by Chronically Vintage, showing 1940s sewing patterns for under 40 dollars. I thought it was a great idea and decided to do my own version, for fall-winter clothes. I'm feeling a little low on fashion inspiration but looking at these beauties gives me tons of ideas.
I love the pocket detailing on this lumberjacket dress. It would be great for work or hanging around with friends at the weekend. 20$ from Tender Lane.
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Speaking of workwear: You could outfit yourself from autumn all the way through winter and spring with this lovely pattern. Simplicity 1752, 16,81$ from 101 Sewing Patterns.
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Want to look cute and put-together? You can't go wrong with this suit! I love the pointed lower edges, like a vest. And it's Truly Teen Style! Simplicity 1247, 6,83$ from Isabella Canada
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Butterick 3033 is a dressier suit option. I am drooling over those shoulder details! 17,49$ from Michelle and Marguerite.
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Such pretty blouses, I can imagine so many fabric possibilities here! Another flexible look, with the short-sleeved option perfect for spring and summer wear. 10$ from Pam and Amanda.
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You're going to want to make some skirts to go with all those blouses! Simplicity 1431, 19$ from Jennie Charm.
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I really want to make a bedjacket because my arms always get cold when I'm reading in bed. This one with tiny pockets and a hood (swoon!) is pretty much irresistable. Advance 2612 is 34,99$ from Your Pattern Shop.
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Such elegant, flattering lines on this late 40s look. Simplicity 2617, 17,25$ from Kimberley Caffe.
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You're going to want a new jacket for autumn, and isn't this a cute little number? It would be perfect for work. Vogue 5396, 27$ from Flowering Ash Vintage and free shipping within Canada!
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Whip up some cute accessories to match your new fall looks! Comletely adorable Simplicity 4089, 19$ from Lady Queenie Quinn.
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A bomber/lumberjack/Eisenhower jacket will be perfect for all your weekend looks. This pattern is so flexible, just look at all the different styling options on the envelope. McCall 6360, 25$ from Kchoos.
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Perfectly elegant evening wear, Simplicity 1220 is a cape in three different lengths. 39,99$ from Your Pattern Shop.
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Such a pretty blouse. And imagine how fun it would be to choose the lace and do the embroidery! McCall 1458 with embroidery transfer, 16$ from Lisa Anne 1960.
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Such unique and dramatic lines on this Hollywood pattern. I love the colour-block version. Imagine going to the theatre in this, perhaps paired with the cape pattern above! Hollywood 1735, 16,78$ from Flowering Ash Vintage.
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Are you going to a new year's party? Imagine this in a shimmery black lamé! Simplicity 2238, with its peplum and scalloped edges, has '40s style for miles. 11,25$ from 4Ever in Vogue.
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A new pair of pyjamas is always a fun and quick project. Make the long-sleeved version for now, perhaps in a nice warm flannel, and the cute tied top for spring or summer wear! Simplicity 1230, 19$ from Pattern Life Vintage.
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Now you've done all that sewing, you're bound to have some scraps! Use them to make these Scottie and terrier toys. An Economy design, 32$ from My Original Patterns
