I recently acquired this score of lovely patterns via a reader. I've been trying to avoid all types of shopping - vintage pattern shopping in particular, which can be highly addictive! I couldn't resist these little gems, however, particularly because they're all so wearable, which I find many vintage patterns aren't (for me). Some of these you may just call "old" instead of "vintage", but whatever, personally I think they're all really special. The short green version of the first pattern is my favourite - I love the baby doll style. And oh those dreamy hairstyles!
[Soundtrack: 'Sweet Virginia' by the Rolling Stones]
Oh they are great! The last 2 are my favourite!
ReplyDeleteAw, I love 'em! I have been feeling the seventies HARD lately.
ReplyDeleteTotally you Tilly! In fact the first thing I thought when I saw the first pattern was "ooh that green dress has Tilly's name on it!" I can see why you couldn't resist. Can't wait to see some of them made up. x
ReplyDeleteI adore the Butterick 5769! That's just one gorgeous, crisp-looking dress, there!
ReplyDeleteI love those patterns - my favourite is the Valentino. They are all so simple and pretty.
ReplyDeleteOoh that butterick wrap dress has such pretty sleeves!
ReplyDeleteI love the second one, the See & Sew dress! Good haul!!
ReplyDeleteI love the See&Sew pattern, I think the wide belt makes it.
ReplyDeleteThe Valentino is amazing. Hope you put it to good use.
ReplyDeleteWoot, woot! They're all awesome - so my style. I recently scored the mother lode of vintage patterns of the 60's and 70's from my old boss. Swoon!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! I love the Valentino and the shirtdress! Oh, and "Sweet Virginia" is one of my very favorite songs!
ReplyDeleteTilly, I made that top one back in November! It became one my favourite dresses - I wore it all winter. My post on it is here: http://closetcasefiles.blogspot.ca/2011/11/second-dress-ever-surprise-60s-magic.html
ReplyDeleteI love that Sew and Sew pattern. If you get tired of it, I'll gladly take it to use!
ReplyDeleteI love the Vogue Couturier
ReplyDeleteFab stash, well done!
ReplyDeleteAmazing haul, chica! Can't wait to see what you do with them xxx
ReplyDeleteI love the Butterick See and Sew - it has such lovely clean lines. Oh I really want to track down a copy of that. You are right Vintage Pattern shopping is dangerously addictive
ReplyDeleteThe See&Sew one is my fav. Vintage= >25 years so embrace the past and flounce around with it XD Which one are you sewing up first?
ReplyDeleteOOh, I love the light blue see&sew dress. Can't wait to see you sew some of these up!
ReplyDeleteThat See n Sew one is cute!
ReplyDeleteThose are great, the tie front 80's dress is my favorite, your right, they are gems!
ReplyDeleteThe green version of the first one is my favourite, too - so sweet!
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure my mother had that Butterick see & sew blue dress but the Valentino, I swoon!
ReplyDeleteLovely patterns! Looking forward to seeing what you make! XxxX http://thesecondhandrose.blogspot.co.uk
ReplyDeleteCrikey, i am sure i have the top pattern somewhere... have a bit of a pattern problem!! Just wish i had the time to use some of the patterns but always to busy sewing for work!!
ReplyDeleteTilly! Here's my rebuttal...it just so happened my mom sent 3 that arrived the day you posted this! And I had the McCall's out as it's an almost-done dress...
ReplyDeletehttp://bellaindustries.blogspot.com/2012/06/vintage-pattern-rebuttal-from-my-mom.html
I'm so old - I made that Butterick See & Sew 5769 in the 70s from a linen-like cheery print on a light yellow background - loved it! I may have to find that pattern again! Fun post.
ReplyDeleteLove the Butterick number!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness. My Mum made me that See and Sew dress pattern and made it up for me a million times, well more likely about 10 but I recognized the envelope immediately! I remember it in beige (it was all the rage, apparently) but my favorite was a purple check cotton that I wore till it fell apart. Thanks for sharing, it took me down memory lane. A great set of patterns to use and look forward to seeing your results
ReplyDeleteOh Tilly, these patterns are adorable. I immediately fell in love with butterick 5769. I love the style, the collar and neckline. Soooo cute!
ReplyDeleteDo you know where I could get this pattern? Where did you get it from? It would be soo nice if you could help me!! Big thanks in advance, Sindy!
I got it via a reader who was having a clear out. A couple of people have said they have it so there are probably more floating around... keep an eye on ebay and Etsy!
DeleteThanks a lot for your answer! I'LL try to keep an eye and hopefully will be able to buy the pattern!
DeleteHave a nice weekend!!