Vintage Patterns

Australia
August 14, 2007 7:36pm CST
I would like to sewmy own 50's inspired dresses and skirts. The trouble is, patterns are so hard to find. Does anyone know of any sites that has printable 40's/50;'s/60's patterns?
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8 responses
• United States
15 Aug 07
I just got rid of a stack of patterns, and there was one great 50's/60's skirt in that pile. I wish I had known someone was looking for that sort of thing! I don't know of any free sites for patterns (I am horrible with patterns), but I do agree with the other response to check etsy.com. There are several people on there who sell pretty much nothing but vintage patterns, and most of the prices are pretty reasonable--probably less than what you would pay for a new pattern!
• Australia
17 Aug 07
Oh that would have been cool! I will definitely check Etsy out.
@Beenice (237)
• Canada
8 Jun 09
You might be able to find some in the used clothing near you. In Cornwall Ontario in the Value Village there is some pattern from a while ago . Go luck.
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@AmbiePam (85698)
• United States
15 Aug 07
Have you ever been to www.rustyzipper.com? It might be something worth looking at. Hope it helps!
@cassidy22 (2974)
• United States
15 Aug 07
Try Etsy.com I noticed a LOT of people selling older patterns on that site. It's worth a shot!! best of luck!
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@creematee (2810)
• United States
22 Aug 07
Hi coffeeshot! I've had some luck finding some vintage patterns on ebay. Try doing a search for "vintage clothing patterns" and see what comes up. The patterns I look for are mostly doll and little girl clothing, but there are others there. Best of luck to you on your searching! :) Vintage patterns are SO much fun! I have one pattern that is well over 30 years old (probably much older!) My grandmother made the stuffed bear for my sisters and I when we were little. I plan on doing the same for my nephews... with the SAME pattern.
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@elemental69 (1561)
• Ireland
26 Sep 07
Hi Coffeeshot, I found a great site for patterns. Adult and childrens all styles. you could give them a try, its sewessential.co.uk. They deliver worldwide and have a great selection of kwik-sew patterns.
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22 Aug 07
You can sometimes find these patterns on eBay, and there are also eBay shops that specialise in hard to find patterns. I would also suggest looking in the local charity and thrift shops as they often have old patterns for sale.
@Ravenladyj (22904)
• United States
26 Sep 07
I'm goin to be checking ebay and some other places for a nice wiggle dress pattern for myself :-D but not until I drop a touch more wt..
15 Aug 07
You could probably find vintage patterns at any thrift store around your area or garage sales....antique shows or trade shows.