Thank you to everyone who has ordered patterns over the last two weeks.  All orders are now caught up and normal shipping times have resumed!!  If you have any questions about your order, please email me and I will provide you with your tracking number.

Due to a personal matter, I will be unavailable and unable to ship orders from July 23, 2021 through August 5, 2021.  Orders placed during this time will be shipped starting August 6, 2021 and August 7, 2021.  

Thank you in advance for your understanding!

Denise St. James
Vintage Pattern Warehouse

PROPER CARE AND REPAIR OF VINTAGE INTIMATES

Blog Post by Denise St. James

If your closet or bureau drawer has a vintage bra or garter belt that you love and hasn't been worn in years because of a broken or stretched out strap, or a hose support that doesn't 'support' any more, you're not alone.  Many of us have favorite items that we just can't seem to discard, but when it's a vintage item that's not easily replaceable, we tend to hang on to those the longest.  

There are ways to repair all cotton bras and garters with vintage out-of-stock repair kits found on line.  These include replacement shoulder straps in 1/2" size or larger widths, cushion straps, original bra back extenders in two and three hooks, new 'sew-on' hose supporters and more.  Another great item is the nylon Shoulder Strap Guard which you pin to the shoulder seam of your dress near the neck (pin included), you then snap the ends around the shoulder straps of your bras to prevent slippage of your straps under a sleeveless dress.  No more tugging at the straps to stay in place.

These repair items and more can be found in the bra, garter and hosiery repair category brassiere_garter_repair

Once you have repaired these wonderful vintage intimates you want to either hand wash them or use a lingerie bag in the washer on gentle cycle.  This will ensure that your intimates will last for years to come.

Vintage Stockings and Nylons are a Must

If you're going for the authentic vintage feel of an outfit, why not invest in new old stock vintage stockings and nylons.  You can find sizes from small to queen from Christian Dior, Maidette, Shiaparelli, Big Mama, Underalls, JC Penney, Burdines, Footies, Hanes and more.

Vintage Sewing Patterns

Once you've refurbished your intimate bras and garter belts, you may want to add to your collection by sewing your own slips, petticoats, Hollywood inspired lingerie, bed jackets and more.  If you love the look of 1950's Sophia Loren inspired blouses, the 1960's Mad Men inspired wardrobes, or the 1970's Bohemian inspired Boho look, you have come to the right 'warehouse'.  Browse the 'aisles' and take a trip back in time.

The Fitting Room

Do you have a passion for sewing vintage clothing?  Vintage Pattern Warehouse would like to share your passion with their readers.  You can send up to five photos of your creations with a little information about your sewing, wardrobe choices, creativity and more and Vintage Pattern Warehouse will create a Profile Page for you to share your creations with others.  Use the Feedback or Contact Us page to request more information.

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Check out two new Profile pages in The Fitting Room!  Denise W. Hall, founder of Winifred School of Fashion Design has just opened in Tampa, Florida, offering class on sewing, fashion design, patternmaking and much, much more!  Classes available morning, afternoon and evening.

Check out her website at www.wsfd3.org

Register for a free copy of the "1947 Singer Dressmaking Guide" Giveaway

Send me an email through the website with your name and email address!

Drawing on May 1, 2020

1 copy to US residents 

and 

1 copy to International customers (pay 1/2 shipping fee only)

Softcover, 48 pages

Tips, tricks and How-to's
Fabrics
Measurements
Pattern Alterations
Cutting
Seams
Pleats
Corners
Pockets

and So Much More!

'NEW' FOR 2020

Most Knit and Crochet Pamphlets will be available in PDF format for instant delivery!!

Ideal for INTERNATIONAL BUYERS who will save on shipping and time to receive pattern.

PDF file format for up to 4 page patterns will be $3.50 each.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me about this service.

HUGE CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY GRAND PRIZE!!

REGISTER TO WIN BY NOVEMBER 21, 2019 |  WINNER ANNOUNCED NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Send me an EMAIL VIA my FEEDBACK LINK with your NAME and EMAIL Address (my eyes only)

A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!  

QUILTING

CROSS STITCH

SEWING

CHRISTMAS TRANSFERS

FELT CRAFTS

PLASTIC CANVAS

If you have any questions, just ask!  I will ship via Priority on November 23, 2019

Below are some spooktacular Halloween stitchery by our very own guest blogger Carriemae D. from Florida!  She has provided us with some of her most recent Halloween cross stitch creations which include a reversible 'finish' seasonal Halloween picture, a ghostly crocheted doily and beaded Halloween ornaments for her seasonal tree!!

"This is finished as one piece with reversible sides.  First time I tried this finish technique as I'm always struggling for ways to finish projects other than framing.  I have several picture stands of various sizes.  I believe I will finish more projects like this so I can display them seasonally."

"Crocheted Ghost Doily I fell in love with"

"The little diamonds are from a kit, I don't remember which company.  I stitched them all in beads instead of just floss.  Didn't like the plain backs so I added the Halloween buttons for interest.  I hang them on my Halloween tree."

I am so impressed with Carriemae's use of beads in almost all her work!  It adds depth and dimension to an otherwise 'plain' cross stitch project!  If you have any projects you would like to share, especially those with added dimension, please write me an email and we can add you to our guest blogs.

Register to win our Halloween Giveaway!!

SEND ME YOUR NAME BY 9/26/19 via the Feedback Section

3 Prizes to be awarded!

Hello Stitchers and Crafters,

I have a new feature on my website called "The Fitting Room".  This page will profile customers that want to share photos of their creations and introduce themselves to our visitors - anything from crafts, clothing, dolls, quilts, retro fashion and more.  If you want to "brag" a little or just "share", please send me an email telling me a little about yourself and add 4 or 5 photos of your work.  Maybe a 5 step process to making a quilt or doll, or 4 or 5 photos of your best vintage fashions. 

Take a look at our first profile Lise L. from Santa Barbara for some ideas of what you can send.  I will do a similar page for each profile that is received! 

Once you submit a photo, I will only use it on "The Fitting Room" page and no where else, your submission is permission to use the photos on that page.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me prior to submission.

I hope to receive many profiles of the wonderful work that is out there and share your stories with my visitors.

Warm Regards and Have a Wonderful Weekend!

Denise