Trimming a Black and White Hat in Polka Dots and Gingham
Choosing the gingham for the main sashing, I cut an appropriate length to allow for wrapping around the base of the crown, which I tied off into a bow.
Historical Seamstress & Homeschooler
Category: A Sewing Journal – Vintage Flair Couture
My Yellow and White Sundress Amidst Roses in Purcellville
While my son set up his camera for engagement photos for his sister and her fiance, she took pictures of my dress with my phone.
Sewing a Breezy White Blouse in Embroidery of Pink
Thinking the fabric would pair well with my pale pink embroidered capri pants, I imagined its cuteness on journeys out and about with vintage flair.
A Blue and White Sun Safe Hat Trimmed in Lavender and Pink
Since I’m smitten with the fashionable hats, I’m always looking at them in the stores and imagining them on me, then debating on whether to purchase or not.
A Breezy Red and White Striped Dress for a Summery Day
Envisioning a light and airy sundress for an Independence Day picnic, I attempted to enlarge a small pattern and update the old style to vintage flair.
Bespoke Vignettes from Historical Styles to Vintage Flair
While organizing my closet, I noted the bespoke wardrobe I’m sewing, from the historical past to vintage flair, which I grouped into various categories.
Sewing Tote Bags Galore from Pastels to Black and Blue
From practical stash busting and usage for packing in a future move, these will also add lovely vintage flair while out and about.
Breezy Yellow Embroidered Gingham Dress in Washington DC
Since I wanted to use one of my favorite fabrics for something I could wear on any day, I chose a remnant I’ve always loved to practice my couture sewing.
Refashioning a Plain Linen Skirt to Ruffle-licious
While purging my closet of clothes I don’t like, I realized I could easily revitalize them by infusing a touch of flair learned from my historical sewing.
Bespoke Blue Jeans with Floral Pocket Lining: Sewing Journal
Although they were always on my daunting “I could never do that” list, I discovered they are much easier to sew than expected.
