Friday, November 26, 2010

Vintage Vogue 20 follower Giveaway.....

Being new to this, (blogging) and having had just a taster of what inspiration is out there, I've been keen to seek out like minded individuals. Other bloggers with whom to share ideas, tips, tricks and learning curves!! So I thought, if I were to give away something that I would love to receive, then anyone who's going to want it, is pretty likely to be on the same wavelength, and have something similarly delicious to share!

So, I decided on this Vintage Vogue Pattern for a gorgeous 30's inspired evening gown. It's been in my stash for a while. It was one of those "just had to have it" purchases that I knew I'd be unlikely to actually make. (It's the wrong size for a start!) But I got it  for a snip and the picture on the front is just soooo beautiful. (I'm such a sucker for pattern envelopes!) I love it. But, now it's time to pass the love on....

Vogue Vintage  2609, this is a reissue of an original 1934 design and now out of print.
Close-fitting and flared dress, floor-length, has bias collar, shoulder straps, front extends into capelet with contrast facing, hemline godets & side-snap closing.
Sizes 6, 8 and 10 are included with respective measurements of
bust 30.5, 31.5, 32.5; waist 23,24, 25; hip 32.5, 33.5, 34.5.
Pattern is uncut and complete.


Here’s how to enter:  leave me a comment on this post telling me your favourite thing about vintage patterns. OR, even better, share a link to something you’ve created.  THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

The giveaway’s open to all countries and will close as soon as we hit 20 followers (You can join on the left using Google Friend Connect but you don't HAVE to join to enter the giveaway). I’ll pick a random winner out of anyone that's clicked to follow the blog or left a comment or link.
Thanks everyone for all the inspiration and look forward to meeting you in Blogland!

10 comments :

  1. Welcome to the blog world! I'm relatively new too, but it's been so nice being able to share thoughts and ideas with other people who enjoy sewing. I'd have to say my favorite thing about working with vintage patterns is the proportions. I always have to do lots of tweaking with modern patterns to get the body proportions right, and the way vintage (especially early 1950s) patterns are cut fits me really well without much reworking. It makes sizing so much easier; not to mention all of the fun little details that you can find on old patterns.

    I make a lot of my own clothes, mostly from vintage patterns or re-issues. Feel free to come check some of them out at my blog.

    http://lacouturieredimanche.blogspot.com

    This is one of the Vintage Vogue patterns that I don't have, and it's always been one of my favorites. I hope I win!

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  2. I just discovered your blog and am already enjoying it! Thank you!

    I would like to enter your giveaway and would LOVE to have a chance to win this breathtaking gown pattern. Like you - I love all things vintage and have a HUGE weakness for vintage patterns. I have found they are simpler to use than modern patterns - but maybe it's because I learned to sew with them. They are simple, easy to follow (most of the time), and elegant. :) This past summer I used two vintage early 40s patterns to create a patriotic linen summer shirtwaist - http://backcountrymaiden.blogspot.com/2010/07/wwii-living-histoy-pt-4.html#more - (pictures are towards the bottom of post).

    What a fun idea and I am looking forward to reading more of your blog!
    ~Ellie

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  3. Hello! I am also a lover of vintage... I love the vintage fashions because they flatter the femininity of women of all ages! I really like the pattern you chose for your giveaway... very graceful!
    I look forward to seeing more of your blog and feel free to drop by mine...
    http://balcsgirllovesvintage.blogspot.com

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  4. Congrats on entering 'blog world'! I love your blog and would love to enter the giveaway!

    I love vintage patterns because they offer the chance to make something unique, a style that is not 'in fashion' in the shops at the moment. The styles are usually well cut and the choice is endless! Sam xox

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  5. Greetings Miss P
    What a relief to know I'm not the only one to buy vintage patterns based on the envelope picture even if I know in my heart I probably wont make the garment! They are just soooo pretty to look at! I'd love to know why Vogue don't release a heap more vintage patterns?
    Anyway.. loving your blog... thanks for posting on SewRetro so I could find you.
    (-:

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  6. I just started following your blog and can't wait to see what else you come up with!

    My favorite thing about vintage patterns is the little details in each design. That, and I love the ladylike fit of vintage clothes. They're so much more flattering than stuff in stores now!

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  7. OMG I want this pattern. Thanks so much for posting on Sew Retro and welcome to the blog world.

    I love vintage inspired clothing because they have class and style. You can be sexy without being revealing, simple but elegant. Today's fashions just don't do that for me.

    You can see lots of my recreations at my blog:
    http://eleenfashionista.blogspot.com/

    My fingers are crossed for myself!

    ~Dawn

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  8. Hi,

    Here some of my last vintage creation
    http://quecoudre.canalblog.com/archives/2010/11/23/19686737.html
    I sew retro as the shop in France are not really inspired by retro outfit. So I sew what I want to wear... and I'm happy. I sew since last year, and I really love that.

    I love your pattern, I've put a similary one in my blog 2 days ago.. Strange coincidence, Or premonition ?? Will I win it !!!! I would be too happy !!!

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  9. Hi,

    I love your pattern !! I'm going to read the blog :-)
    I'm sewing since last week, and I really love sewing vintage clothes as in France, it's difficult to find it. So I sew what I want to wear and I'm happy to.
    I've post in my blog 2 days ago a similar pattern (but from 40's), was it a coincidence, a premonition.. I don't know.. But I hope I will win it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  10. Thank you for sharing this wonderful pattern with us - hope I win, as I am crazy for vintage patterns sp 40´s and 50`s - they really flatter the feminin figure! love your blog! xoxo fm Brazil

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