Sassy By Design Vintage Patterns and Clothing

Valentines Day Sale!

2010-02-14T08:58:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

I'm sending some LOVE your way...

in the form of a sale!

Today and Today ONLY...

Save 20% OFF on ALL PATTERNS

on my website -

Sassy By Design

Or at my Etsy Store

Sassy By Design

This sale ends at 12:01 Pacific Time on 2/15/10

SO ACT FAST!

About the checkout:

Etsy doesn't have a way to discount an order at checkout.

You will need to pay the full amount and I will refund your account

the 20% DISCOUNT within 24 Hours.....Promise!

x 0 x 0 x 0 x 0

Melissa

Fun in the Sun

2010-02-13T18:24:00.001-08:00

Snow....Snow...Everywhere!

2010-02-13T18:05:00.000-08:00

Our family lives in Chattanooga, TN. Chattanooga is at the bottom of the state and borders with Georgia. We are considered "in the South" but not far enough to miss a snow dusting from time to time. Our entire city will close down for even a "threat" of snow or ice!

Two weeks ago we had our first snow. We normally have one or two dustings of snow, but usually not enough to sled in. Well....as you see by the photo of my family....sledding was in order!

Yesterday it happened again....another snow....out of the blue! We love it! I know that some of you in the USA don't have the same sentiments for snow. I have a good friend that lives in Maryland. I think snow is definately a "FOUR LETTER WORD" for him right now!

I decided that we need to be reminded that Spring and Summer are on their way!

I've listed four great patterns ready for "Fun in the Sun"!

Hope you enjoy them!

Time to get back to business!

2010-02-13T17:41:00.000-08:00

Have you ever felt like you were asleep for a long time to wake up and find that you have missed life for the past year? This is how I feel. I have been "BUSY" doing life but not busy working on building my business. Well.....things are "changing"! I am ready to build my vintage pattern business. I have a new goal of listing 50 new patterns every week.
Check back often to see if I'm able to do this!

My business needs to grow and I know that if God wants it to grow, and I'm putting my best forward, it will happen.

Hope you have a blessed weekend!
Melissa

Big Vintage Sewing Pattern SALE!

2009-04-21T09:22:00.001-07:00

20% OFF EVERY PATTERN until the end of APRIL 2009!

Now save 20% off ALL VINTAGE SEWING PATTERNS
from both my website - http://www.sassybydesign.com/
and my Etsy shop - http://www.sassybydesign.etsy.com/
until the end of APRIL! Get your wardrobe ready for summer now!
Enjoy SHOPPING and SAVING!!

Great Video's For Beginner Sewing - "How To" Video's on Purchasing, Reading, Cutting Out and Pinning a Pattern!

2009-04-10T05:57:00.000-07:00

I recently came across several videos on YouTube regarding several different topics on buying, reading and understanding patterns. The information is great for someone new to sewing or to even a veteran seamstress that just wasn't sure what all the different markings on the pattern were really all about!

The videos cover topics such as: How to read a pattern, How to understand which body type the pattern will fit best, How to cut out the pattern, How to know how much material and what type of material you should buy for your pattern, How to layout and pin the pattern to your material and more!

You can find the videos on my website, sassybydesign.com, listed on my articles page or you can follow this link ! Enjoy Sewing!

Vintage Prom Dress Patterns

2009-04-04T20:02:00.000-07:00

Butterick 6391 Sewing Pattern Designer Rimini Formal Prom Dress

Fitted Bodice Corset Style Top and Full Skirt UNCUT

Butterick 6391 - Copyright- 1999
This close-fitting, lined, boned top has princess seams, dropped waist, contrast piping/loops with button trim, shaped front and back separating zipper. View A has contrast shoulder straps. The lined, flared skirt is floor length and has a waistband and a back zipper/pleats.

Size of Pattern: Multi sized 6,8 & 10

Bust: 30-32.5Waist: 23-25Hip: 32.5-34.5
Pattern Envelope: Great condition - only a few creases

Pattern Instructions: Included

Pattern Pieces: UNCUT and FACTORY FOLDED

This isn't a vintage pattern but I couldn't resist adding it in ! I love the fitted bodice and the super full skirt! I think this dress would make any girl look like a princess! This "ball gown" type of pattern works well with any figure and even helps conceal problem hip and leg areas.

A prom dress is both an important decision and can be a very costly one as well. I recently came across an article that listed some great reasons to sew your own dress! One, very big reason, is the cost. The article states that an average prom dress can cost up to $ 500.00! The article then states that the cost of sewing your own dress normally runs about $ 50.00! Well, we know that this amount can vary depending on the type of material and trims that you may use but the savings will still be worth it in the end! Just think....more money to spend on all the finishing touches like....hair, nails, jewelry and don't forget....awesome shoes!

To read more of this great article, go to: http://www.buzzle.com/editorials/8-11-2006-105212.asp

A Week of Wonderful Vintage Wedding Dress Patterns - Day 4

2009-04-04T19:17:00.000-07:00

Butterick 3136 Sewing Pattern Wedding Bridal Dress Gown and Bridesmaid. Fitted Bodice, Princess Seams, UNCUT

Butterick 3136 - copyright 1985
Bridal gown has fitted, lined, shaped front bodice with princess seams, flared skirt, front pleat, side back seams, back zipper, and above elbow sleeves with elastic at cap or long sleeves shaped at lower edge with button/loop. View A- collar and yokes with back button/loop and train. Views B & C - boned bodice and flowers. View C - sleeves have elastic at lower edge.

Purchased petticoat.

Size of Pattern: 12Bust: 34Waist: 26.5Hip: 36
Pattern Envelope:two tears on front still very readable

Pattern Instructions: included

Pattern Pieces: UNCUT and FACTORY FOLDED

A bride now has the option of choosing a wedding dress "straight off the rack" or designing her own wedding dress. Vintage sewing patterns offer the bride a chance to show their own uniqueness and style.

I recently came across a great article on designing your own wedding dress. The article listed four main types of wedding dress styles. The pattern that I have listed today would be the 1st style mentioned, which is the "ball gown". The article reads: This is the pattern of the traditional white wedding dress, which remains extremely popular, and consists of a fitted bodice and tight waistline leading into a full bell shaped skirt.

The article goes on to list three more distinctive styles of wedding dresses that serve as the foundation for the wedding dress style but then can be sewn, with hundreds of different options, to be a totally unique wedding dress.

A Week of Wonderful Vintage Wedding Dress Patterns - Day 3

2009-04-03T05:27:00.001-07:00

Boho Style Wedding Dress Pattern

McCalls 4038 - Copyright 1974
Adorable and lovely....that sums it up! The back zippered dress

with neckband, puffed sleeves and ruffling has an underlined midriff

and lined lower skirt band and short sleeves gathered into bands.

The bodice in view C has lace.

Detachable apron in view C has ruffling.

Size of Pattern: 12Bust: 34Waist: 26.5Hip: 36
Pattern Envelope: discolored due to age, creases, top

rough corner at envelope flap with small tear in

two places on front, pattern store stamp on front

Pattern Instructions: Included

Pattern Pieces: complete

Today's vintage wedding dress pattern is a young, fresh, boho style! My older sister had an outdoor wedding back in the 70's and she wore a wedding dress much like this one. I love the strip work in the front. You could mix and match different types of fabric and create a one-of-a-kind wedding dress!

I came across an article the other day on vintage wedding dresses. The author pointed out how vintage wedding dresses are so in style today. She also said that by wearing a vintage wedding dress it shows everyone your own sense of style.

She also mentioned what to look out for when purchasing a vintage wedding dress : The article reads: Since many times you will find that the vintage wedding dresses have faded to a creamy color, you may be uneasy about getting one. Some people prefer it this way because it gives the dress more character. But if you would prefer it to look the way it did originally, you can request that the seller have the dress whitened for you. Often this can be done without harming the fabric. Before you decide to make the purchase you may also want to talk to the local dry cleaner about the type of fabric used in the dress. They can give you an idea about how well it will hold up and whether it can be cleaned and pressed before you wear it on your big day.

To read more of this great article on vintage wedding dresses go to: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Diane_Winter http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Extremely-Stylish-Vintage-Wedding-Dress&id=461340

Whether you decide to purchase a used vintage wedding dress or sew your own wedding dress using a vintage wedding dress pattern, it will show to all your family and friends that you have your own personal style and fashion sense. You don't have to wear the same cookie-cutter wedding dress that thousands of other girls are wearing this year! You can be different and look beautiful at the same time!

Vintage Children's Patterns

2009-04-02T19:13:00.000-07:00

Today's Favorite Vintage Pattern -

Vintage Children's Pattern

Simplicity 5180

Copyright -1960's

I have so many great Vintage Children's Patterns listed at my store - Sassy By Design- that it's hard to choose just one! This dress pattern reminds me of a few dresses that I used to have when I was a young girl. The fashions today just don't compare!

I have six great nieces and one niece that are still small children. I'm amazed and a little shocked by the so called "fashion" that is out there today for little girls. It isn't anything like it was when I was a young. I still remember wearing my patent leather shoes, carrying a matching purse and white gloves out to a restaurant or church.

I came across an article where another mom feels the same about today's fashion for girls. Her article has some great points. She writes : What has happened to all the cute, modest, girly, innocent clothes anymore!? When I walk in the kid's section I'm surrounded by a sea of "Hannah Montana," ugh! I really don't want my girls wearing trashy little mini skirts and blinged out tees with "Secret Pop Star" emblazoned across the front!

To read more of this great article go to : http://kasiesallee.blogspot.com/2009/02/pretty-dresses.html

Vintage Prom Dress Patterns

2009-04-02T14:27:00.000-07:00

A Week of Vintage Prom Dress Patterns

Simplicity 2238:
How very darling is this dress? Just love it!!!From pattern envelope: Teen-Age One-Piece Daytime and Evening Dress: Scallops enhance the neck edge and cap sleeves of the dart-fitted bodice. The gored skirt features a rippled peplum which joins the waistline seam. Style I, the evening version, is finished with a contrasting peplum. Copyright Date: 1947

Size of Pattern: 16Bust: 34Waist: 28Hip: 37

Pattern Envelope: split at the bottom, brittle due to age, several small tears along the seams still very readable

Pattern Instructions: Included

I thought since we were looking at vintage wedding dress patterns that it would be fun to look at the wonderful styles of patterns that you could use to sew your own prom dress!

Allot of Bridesmaid Dress Patterns can also be used for Prom Dress Patterns with little or no change in style or fit! I love this vintage pattern from 1947. The cute peplum skirt really adds allot of style to this dress! The length can be short or long, whichever you prefer. That's the great thing about designing your own prom dress, besides you will have the only dress like it!

This pattern, as well as other cute formal dress patterns, can be found at my store - sassybydesign!

There are so many different options to prom dresses today. I found a great article that gives some wonderful advice on how to design your very own prom dress! The author writes:

Prom Dress Designs
Cheap, low cost, affordable prom dresses that won't ruin the family budget can be found both online and offline. If you know how to sew and are crafty with a sewing machine, you can browse prom dress patterns and make your own prom dress , or contact an experienced seamstress local to you about making a prom dress that matches the dress pattern you like best.
Did you know that you can actually design your own prom dresses? Whether you are trying to find a strapless prom dress, prom dresses with sleeves, a Cinderella prom dress, a short prom dress or long prom dresses in your favorite color and style, you can design your own dress to your exact specifications. I have a lot of respect for young people who can design a prom dress that is stylish and modest all at the same time, plus the fact that the dress would be a one-of-a-kind prom dress that no one else has.

To read more of this great article, plus see an interesting video about a young girl that worea handmade dress to her prom but was not allowed to enter the prom and was eventually taken out wearing handcuffs, go to: http://www.tellinitlikeitis.net/2009/02/prom-dresses-2009-designer-prom-dresses-or-design-your-own-prom-dress.html

2009-04-02T06:15:00.000-07:00

A Week of Wonderful Vintage Wedding

Dress Patterns - Day 2

Simplicity 8623 Copyright 1999
Oh! How I love this pattern! What a great wedding dress this would be! I love the full skirt with the peplum over skirt! This pattern would also be a wonderful Renaissance or goth costume.
Size - P 12, 14, 16Bust- 34-38Waist- 28-32Hip-36-40
Pattern Pieces - UNCUT and FACTORY FOLDED Pattern Instructions- Included Pattern Envelope- some creases but in great condition

The Nontraditional Wedding Dress Pattern

Not everyone wants a traditional look for their wedding dress. You may have looked at all the bridal books and found that your idea of the "perfect dress" isn't out there. I found this great article on designing your own wedding dress.

They point out that some people have extraordinary taste. They may not like traditional weddings. Such brides may be great performers and want to have a show instead of a wedding. Halloween-style weddings or weddings like Cirque Du Soleil will need special dresses. In that case, brides can create their own unique dresses, gowns which never will be repeated

The pattern I have listed for today not only is lovely but has a wonderful Renaissance flair. This might be just what you are looking for! It can be found in my store : sassybydesign.com

Have fun creating your own special style.

To read more of this great article:
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Elena_Marchese http://EzineArticles.com/?Create-Your-Own-Wedding-Dress&id=1666395

How To Pick Out the Perfect Vintage Wedding Dress Pattern

2009-04-01T18:21:00.000-07:00

Simplicity 9825 - copyright 1971
The lined dress with skirt softly gathered to the bodice above the normal waistline has a back zipper, a low round neckline and set-in sleeves. View 1 with embroidered ribbon trim and bows has long sleeves gathered to stay. View 1 & 5 have a scarf. View 3 has a ribbon belt. View 4 has lace trim and Venice lace edging is made of tucked fabric or plain fabric. Views 4 & 5 has ruffles, short, puffed sleeves gathered with elastic casings. View 5 dress and scarf feature a lace medallion trim. Size - 12Bust- 34Waist - 25.5Hip - 36

A Week of Wonderful Vintage Wedding Dress Patterns!

Goin" to the Chapel and we're gonna get marrrried!! June will be here before you know it.....it's time to start sewing! But, before you get started, how will you pick out the best pattern for this very special day? I thought it would be both helpful and fun to look at some of the wonderful vintage wedding dress patterns that I have listed at my store and take a look at some great articles about both new and vintage wedding dress patterns!

I recently came across some wonderful articles on both new and vintage wedding dress patterns. There's allot to consider when choosing the right wedding dress pattern; from the color, to the style, to your own body figure, to finishing touches.

This first article deals with choosing the right dress style to help accentuate your "best" body attributes and help conceal the "trouble" areas! This is what the author suggests:

You will want your wedding dress to show off your figure to it's best advantage. Listed below are the 4 basic body types and the goals that you want to keep in mind for yourself based on your body type when choosing your pattern:
Triangle -
your hips are wider than your bust and shoulders. Your goal will be to minimize your lower body and create the illusion of additional upper body width.
Reverse Triangle -
your upper body is wider than your lower body. Your goal will be to emphasize lower body width.
Hourglass -
your bust and hips are larger than your small waist. Your goal will be to create balance.
Since you want your wedding dress to be the most flattering of dresses, there are other things to think about as well, such as the color of the wedding dress.

To read more of this great article go to: Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Melinda_Barton http://EzineArticles.com/?Wedding-Dress-Patterns---Tips-On-How-To-Choose-Them&id=708910

More FABULOUS Vintage Sewing Patterns - and A New Website too!!

2009-04-01T17:00:00.000-07:00

I have launched my new website for my Vintage Sewing Patterns! I am so excited and can't wait to add more patterns! I hope you will check out all the "Fabulous Vintage Sewing Patterns" that I've listed. Don't fear...there's more patterns to come....around 1500 or so! If you don't see what you're looking for than email me! I may have just what you need in my ever growing pattern stash! Please check out my new website at: http://www.sassybydesign.com

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go....Burnaby, Canada

2009-03-09T21:12:00.001-07:00

This handsome, Rockabilly-style, vintage western shirt by Advance Pattern Company is on it's way to Canada for a Birthday surprise. The seamstress that bought this pattern is sewing up a "Bithday Suprise Rockabilly Shirt" for her boyfriend! What a great idea! If you would like to find out more about lovely Burnaby, Canada, please click on the photo to see more of the photographers photostream on Flickr .

Happy 70th Birthday to my mom!

2009-03-03T05:48:00.000-08:00

My wonderful mom just turned 70 yesterday! She doesn't know that I'm putting this on my blog...shhh...don't tell her...she will make me take it off! She was born in 1939. This photo was taken probably around 1954/1955. I don't know who this car belonged to? She had five brothers so probably it was one of theirs or maybe it was my dad's? She looks pretty good in her white button down and circle skirt. I bet she had on her bobby socks and penny loafers too!

LOVE you mom! Hope you have many...many...many more birthdays!!

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go...Springfield,VA

2009-02-26T08:10:00.000-08:00

I had to write about this one. I had a phone call the other day from a customer that had just purchased this cute maternity, Vintage Simplicity pattern # 5665. She was concerned that the pattern might be mailed to her old address and wanted to make sure I had the correct one. She told me that she had this pattern but it wasn't the right size. She further explained that she used this pattern and wore this dress when she was pregnant. She bought my pattern for her daughter-in-law, which was now pregnant. Too cute! Hope I'm that good of a mother-in-law when my time comes! The beautiful picture is at Lake Mercer in Springfield, Virginia, USA. Please click on the photo to go to ticeman99's Flick photostream to look at some additional photos!

My Favorite Pattern - "Come Fly the Friendly Skies...well...not really! "

2009-02-25T20:51:00.000-08:00

Flying in the 60's was different than flying now. Then, things were more formal than today. The outfits were stylish, the food was definitely better, what am I saying, there was food, now there's not even peanuts because of allergy scares! People dressed up just to fly somewhere. Today, well. blue jeans, t-shirt, flip-flops, your ipod and you're good to go. Well, you could wear a dress sewn from this FAB 60's McCall's Pattern that would rival the dress worn by the lovely Stewardess above. I've always loved the 60's color-blocked dresses. When I listed this vintage McCall's Pattern # 2357 in my Etsy Store, sassybydesign, it reminded me of this photo that I saw the other day on Flickr. I know..it's not exactly the same dress but it's close. I know, I don't have the hat but still a FAB outfit! Click on the photo of the stewardess for more FAB photos from Will Kane's Photostream and on the pattern to see it in my store!

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go.....Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

2009-02-23T18:30:00.000-08:00

This cute, A-line, midi or mini dress/jumper by Butterick is from the 1970's. I love the low, scooped "U' front. This pattern is on it's way to Queensland, Australia. What a great city this is. Please click on the photo to follow the photographers Flickr photostream to find more wonderful photos of this beautiful city. Click on the city name to find out more travel information. The outfit will look great in this old but metropolitan city!

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go....South Yarra, Melbourne, Australia!

2009-02-22T23:04:00.001-08:00

This lovely 40's vintage pattern, from Advance, was sent to a new customer, of sassybydesign, that lives in South Yara, Melbourne, Australia. The weather there today was a in the 70's. I'm sure this cute sundress will look lovely on the seamstress as she strolls down the banks of Yara River in Melbourne, Australia. Click on the photo to visit the photographer's photostream on flickr to see more wonderful pictures of this beautiful city ! Click on the highlighted city for more travel information and facts about South Yara, Melbourne.

My Favorite Vintage Pattern of the Day

2009-02-20T20:33:00.000-08:00

Currently for sale at my Etsy Store - sassybydesign - click on the photo for more information!
This high waisted dress, buttoned part way at front, may be sleeveless or have short set-in sleeves. Four section skirt has an inverted pleat and underlay at center back. Sleeveless dress has interfaced buckled belt, faced and interfaced neck and front opening, faced armholes. Dress with sleeves has flaps in front, bodice seams, back belt tacked under buttons. Faced collar, fronts and neck, flaps and belt are interfaced. Dress in either version may be underlined.

Etsy Treasury Featuring One of My Vintage Patterns!

2009-02-20T16:49:00.001-08:00

A big "thanks " to Magoo Vintage on Etsy for snagging a Treasury and including one of my vintage patterns. Click on the link to see the totally "FAB" job that she did with her बेऔतिफुल selections!
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=41019

My Favorite Vintage Pattern of the Day!

2009-02-19T00:00:00.000-08:00

This lovely vintage pattern is for sale in my Etsy Shop. The Junior Misses' and Misses' One-Piece Dress and Bolero: The sleeveless bodice ties at the shoulder. Style 1 features large patch pockets on the full skirt. Pocket flaps and shoulder ties are of contrast. Style 2 features a contrast bolero with a pocket in the left short sleeve. The bolero in both Styles is fashioned with a mandarin collar.

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go....Noord, Holland, Netherlands

2009-02-18T23:18:00.000-08:00

Today was another good day for International selling. Don't you love the photo above of the windmills? The photo is from Noord, Holland in the Netherlands. (Click on the photo to go to the photographers photostream at Flickr) This looks so peaceful! I'm sure the person that purchased this cute Vintage Simplicity Pattern # 5023 will look great in it next to this lovely waterside setting! Doesn't it make you want to go out and find some Dutch Wooden shoes....well, I couldn't find the shoes but I found a great picture! Enjoy!

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go...Nashville, TN, USA.

2009-02-17T07:54:00.001-08:00

Today's picture is found in Nashville, Tennessee. It is a picture of the State Capitol Building. Please click the photo to link to the phtographers Photostram on Flickr. I live about 1 1/2 hours from Nashville, in Chattanooga, TN. Nashville is knows for many things, mainly "The Home of Country Music" ! This city is great as well as this pattern that is on it's way to Nashville! This vintage McCalls Pattern # 3502 is a cute nightie and bloomer set from the 1950's.

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go...Windham, New Hampshire, USA.

2009-02-16T21:57:00.000-08:00

This beautiful pattern was sold to a customer in Windham, New Hampshire. The photo is listed as the " Mill House". Please click on the photo to be taken to the photographers photostream on flickr. The pattern sold was a 1950's McCalls Pattern # 7004. How very chic.

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go...Helsinki, Finland.

2009-02-16T21:42:00.000-08:00

Today was a good day for International selling. I sold this cute 1960's Muu Muu pattern # 9946 by Butterick to a new customer in Helsinki, Finland. I have loved looking at all the wonderful photos from there. Please click on the photo to link back to the photographer's flickr photostream for more great photos!

Where in the world did my vintage pattern go?

2009-02-16T21:06:00.000-08:00

I thought I would start listing a pattern that I sold each day and an interesting picture to go along with it. As some of you know, our family homeschools. Part of our education is having a "Family Business" of selling vintage sewing patterns on Etsy and Ebay. I thought it would be a good geography lesson to mark the location of each of our customers, on our US map and our International Map. We have loved seeing where our vintage patterns end up! I thought you might enjoy it too! Here's the first of this "where in the world" series, Killiney, Ireland. This Kwik Sew Pattern # 350 from the 1970's was sold and mailed to this beautiful town of Killiney, Ireland. For more beautiful pictures, click on the photo to link back to the photographer's photostream on Flickr. Oh....how lovely!

My Favorite Vintage Pattern of the Day

2009-02-06T11:14:00.001-08:00

My Idea of the "Little Black Dress" but this time in RED!

I love this dress. I'm so surprised someone hasn't already snatched it up! Here's the details:
Lightly fitted and flared three section dress has high cut armholes, French darts at front, vertical back darts and zipper. Neck and armholes are faced except neck V. Lower neckline, armholes and lower edge of dress may be trimmed with two rows of middy braid or tab may be tacked to front under buttons and neck bound with bias self-fabric. Higher neckline may be collarless or have contrast two-piece collar, or rolled bias contrast collar and optional ccntrast tie belt. Dress lining is optional for all views.Maker & Pattern # Mccalls 8678 Copyright Date: 1867 Cost of Original Pattern: $ .75Size of Pattern: 14Bust: 34Waist: 26Hip: 36Pattern Envelope: discolored due to age, some rough cornersPattern Instructions:included Pattern Pieces: domplete

My Favorite Vintage Pattern of the Day

2009-02-05T20:46:00.001-08:00

This front buttoned top is tucked at the front shoulders and darted in back. A double ruffle peplum graces the front for hip interest. The extended shoulders and cuff trimmed bracelet sleeves are cut in one with the bodice front. In style 1 a double peplum is faced with self fabric. In style 2 the peplum is finished with a double bias binding. The slimly flared skirt is made of contrasting fabric.
Maker & Pattern # Simplicity 1677 Copyright Date: 40's - probably around 1945 Cost of Original Pattern: $ .25Size of Pattern: 14Bust: 32Waist: 26.5Hip: 35
Pattern Envelope: tear on front and smaller tear on back and yellowing and brittle due to age. still very readablePattern Instructions: IncludedPattern Pieces: **** Missing one piece - back facing.****

Pretty Woman...walking down the street!

2009-02-04T17:28:00.000-08:00

Does this dress remind you of a famous movie with Julia Roberts? This Vintage Vogue Pattern # 2026 by Yves Saint Laurent reminds me of the red dress that Julia Roberts wore in Pretty Woman. I know..it's not the same dress but I still love it! This lovely dress is now up for bid on ebay. Click on the photo for the link!

Fab Vintage Pattern Collage Artwork

2009-02-03T14:42:00.001-08:00

I found this wonderful collage that was made by using vintage sewing patterns. I found it online at craftzine.com's blog. Hope it's okay to use it. The designer of these lovelies has an etsy

store doe-c-doe. I just LOVE IT !! How cute is this?

Trying to figure out technology!!

2008-12-05T06:29:00.000-08:00

Okay... I'm really not that old. I should be able to figure out this whole blogging, Twitter, Etsy Groups, Flickr, Facebook thing...maybe it's just too much too fast! I need some sympathy from the 20 something to help me through all of this because I know that they can do it all and do it well! I will learn... I will learn... I will learn...Just keep on telling yourself that, maybe it will work! :) Well, I'm off to spend the day cleaning and decorating for Christmas. Maybe later I can try to learn more!

Welcome to My Blog...My Life....My Business!

2008-10-10T19:22:00.000-07:00

My first blog...my first post..AH AH AH!!! What to say! I'm so glad to be able to share my thoughts, hopes and prayers with whomever wants to join on this adventure! My main goal in my life is to keep God first, family next and my business third! I've been a Christian for the past 31 years. I constantly learn new things about my faith almost daily. I'm a wife of almost twenty-five years to one husband... I know, amazing! I'm a busy mom of three great boys, ages 8, 10 and 14. We recently started our third year of homeschooling. It has been a challenge but worth it! Sometime inbetween school lessons, our co-op, electric guitar lessons, art lessons, football practice, games and everyday life I have launched my business on etsy! It is sassybydesign and I am selling vintage patterns, along with sewn items and more! Whew... well, enough about me! Hope you will stop in again. Goodbye until the next time! Melissa