Groovy 60’s & 70’s Sewing Patterns

This was a long one! Thanks for watching.
I haven’t listed all the patterns because I ran out of time today; feel free to ask any questions about specific patterns if you have them.
Dress I am wearing: Simplicity 8551
Link to video in which I talk about this dress: (at the 10:05 mark)
• September 2018 Recap ~...

[@kscheuerman5378]

Hi Viv, Your Brad is a keeper for sure!!! I love those patterns, they bring back memories. Thanks for sharing, take care and God Bless.

[@patsykitko2293]

I can remember sewing in the very late 60’s and 70’s, in an all girls school, lots of boy school dances, so needed lots of dance frocks, couldn’t wear same dress twice, so I was always sewing, thank you mom for paying for everything. Went to work downtown and again had to have clothes, pant suits cane in 1970, fashion was everywhere, date clothes, cocktail dresses, work dresses, skirts and collars were wild then on blouses, we even wore matching coats. So a few years in big office and off to college for nursing school n career in uniforms for next 40+ years , also had to have college clothes n the hippy styles, I was preppy hippy , uniformed student nurse and cocktail dresses on Saturday nights, sewing was my passion since 12 so I was knocking out outfits weekly plus all I had going on. By 3 kids, I was sewing for them, working in hospital supplied uniforms and running buy premade clothes for the rare times I did need to dress in something other than jeans.. retired now and back to my passion of sewing, so many new techniques n materials that I thank you and the others who have dedicated their time to these wonderfully presented videos, Thank you for your time, your tips and good cheer, it’s like having girlfriends who share the same passion. Fun part is I now need clothes n hubby is the type who dresses up to go to Wallmarts, so I’m dressing up too! Love you, thank you for sharing.

[@nancyloomis3046]

Oh my, I have my Mama’s white gloves (RIP....miss her soooo much.). I also have a photo of her wearing them with our family all dressed up for church. Those were the days😊

[@vivmomsews4962]

I stand beside you missing my mom fiercely, too, Nancy. They gave so much to us, not the least of which was a love for sewing. I want to keep this hobby/art healthy and thriving!💕

[@nancyloomis3046]

Vivmom Sews Yes...I loved my mom “to the moon and back” who, btw, only sewed a little,. I got my sewing bug from my 2 grandmothers ( my dad’s mom sewed mostly out of necessity.) My mother’s mom, died when my mom was only 16, from an infection after some simple surgery (pre-modern antibiotics.) But she was a very talented seamstress & made virtually all my mother’s clothes...even her underwear...slips, bras, panties...the works. She did other needle arts too like tatting and I’m so glad to have a tatted bedspread that she made. ❤️💐

[@anitajonsson4379]

Hi Viv, I am watching you one year after you made this video. It wasn't too long, lots of fun to look through patterns with you. So glad KZbin keeps your videos available. They never get old, and neither will you. 🙋‍♀️

[@cassiewife2narrowgatehomestead]

Don't feel bad. I woke this morning thinking wow I can see. Then I realized I fell asleep with my glasses on.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Ahh I love it, Cassie!!👀

[@kckazcoll1]

can't resist, my surname is also Collins! :)

[@mellima4226]

😂🤣🤭

[@joannepowell8345]

I do that 2. I am going through Menopause. I am 49 and feel like my brains left building. And Oh my goodness the flushes are so hot and can wake me all night

[@margaretmonteiro8249]

Been there, done that! 😂😂😂

[@siamese35]

You brighten my day. I have been in a funk all week, just not feeling great. You are good medicine. Forgetting is called CRS. Can’t remember s***. The crocodile hunter one looked like Mary Tyler Moore.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Hope you’re feeling better, siamese. I know that “funk feeling.” I can’t stand that 5G is going to be rolled out - the frequency is proven to mess with human moods causing depression and angry outbursts, hey, just what the current culture needs.😭I try to get a little sun each day when it’s shining; I’m convinced it helps my mood. You’re so kind to send me this nice message. Thanks a million!

[@mrgarner4796]

In the 60s I sewed all my skirts, vests, dresses, blouse's and even my winter coat. It was so much fun! It was so rewarding. I even sewed my jumpsuits in the day. I see a few coming back now and again.

[@ruthfox2678]

Hi vivmom i subscribed to you. I dont sew but you crack me up. I enjoy seeing what tou make.

[@vivmomsews4962]

I consider this quite an honor, Ruth. Thank you!! We may make a sewer of you yet...😃

[@expatpiskie]

I have fond memories of 70s Simplicity patterns. My mum worked in a fabric/haberdashery store & got them with a staff discount. They are what I learnt to sew with on her hand-cranked Singer 185K. I also remember those polyester knits. Mum made us trouser suits out of Crimplene, mine was shocking pink & my sister's was sunshine yellow (almost dayglo.) It's probably just as well that we don't tend to get very hot summers in the UK, (well apart from 1976,) or we'd have died of heat exhaustion.

[@kathibarnard5223]

I'm spending the night in the hospital with my husband waiting for his blood pressure come down and I found a new video from you. Yay! It made me so happy. All of those 70 patterns brought back high school memories of sewing. I so wanted to make some of those cute things but most didn't come in my size but the ones that did, I loved them and felt so cool when someone complimented me and I could say , "thanks I made it".

[@vivmomsews4962]

Praying for your husband today, Kathi. I hope he gets and maintains a clean bill of health. With you by his side, I’m sure he’s comforted. How sweet that you wrote to me! Thank you!!💕

[@janicecoulson5388]

A keilo wrap dress would show off that panel. I've never had a fabric stash but a friend turned up with a box!!! We used to have an Italian fabric stall on our market and she gave me loads, so blessed

[@lindakrol5376]

thanks for a step back in time- I sewed all my clothes in the 60's and seventies and wore those nurses uniforms to work every day! Those poly doubleknits back then were easy to sew with because they were stiff and we did need to put zippers in them to get them on the body!

[@j.r.casias2455]

Watched this again today. It made me laugh which was much needed. I love your personality and your facial expressions. We need more people like you in this world.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Aww you sweetheart! Thanks J.R., and here’s a toast to laughter!

[@somersnsom781]

Wow, these patterns bring back very fond memories of my home ec class where I first was introduced to a sewing machine, learned to sew, read a pattern, and my love of fabric. It started with a class trip to a fabric store, once there our class was given instructions from my teacher, then my class was set loose in the fabric store! I got to choose my own pattern, fabric, and notions. the garment once made was then graded on the quality of sewing and difficulty of construction.. And at the end of the course, We all had to wear the garment we had made in a fashion show for the school. (hated that part). but I fell in love at the fabric store. Oh the colors, textures, designs, I was hooked! I can remember going through that store like it was yesterday!! My husband now tells me I have enough fabric and patterns for a lifetime. Thanks for the trip down memory lane! I love watching your videos!.

[@juliefinnegan6548]

Putting it in the oven..... CRACKED ME UP! Thanks for the laugh!!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Ha, glad it made you laugh. My mad face while tying to figure out the front zipper was probably pretty funny, too, though I don’t have any footage!!🤣Thanks for writing, Julie.

[@suzanneyoung3066]

Simplicity 6606! Yay, I've been wanting that pattern. I made it in the 70's and I loved it. I also sat for hours looking at the pattern books as I do to this day. My daughters new at a young age they did not want to go to the fabric store with me. As a youngster Hancock's fabrics was across the main street I lived on. Great times.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Do me a favor, Suzanne, and email me: [e-mail]

[@catherinealaniz1108]

THAT'S THE ONE! I had that pattern and made my own Nursing School uniforms out of it! What a flashback!!

[@janedrolet2807]

I recognize so many of those patterns! In fact many of them are in bins in my sewing room. My sister and I were very slim as teens and young women, and the patterns wouldn’t fit many today. I believe we were much smaller in the 60's and 70”s because we didn’t eat processed food.

[@vivmomsews4962]

I think you’re onto something here, Jane. People didn’t have drive-through windows with burgers, fries, shakes and pies available any time of day or night. I tend to stay away from fast food but I can’t help sneaking a fry or three if Colin or Brad gets some. Oh, actually I tried the new vegetarian offerings at Taco Bell and they were delicious. Also restaurant portions in modern times are massive. And I’m sure soda has exploded...just trying to think of caloric intake nowadays vs. the 60’s/70’s. Plus we didn’t sit around half of our waking hours on cell phones and laptops (I am sooooo guilty of this.) Thanks for writing!🌺

[@Mopsbpv]

Hello jane, i am a 16 years old beginner seamstress with not much, i exploded my budget buying a good sewing machine and i am in love with everything 60s-70s If you have no use for those patterns would you mine sending me some in scaned form i would be eternally grateful! Have an amazing day

[@janedrolet1771]

@@Mopsbpv these patterns aren’t really “scan”able, they are light tissue, otherwise I would be happy to share. Where are you located?

[@Mopsbpv]

@@janedrolet1771 oh right i totally forgot how fragile and light the older ones are i am located in montreal canada, let me know if that would be doable!here is my Instagram @sinariouss. Thank you very much for your help! God bless

[@thedahliasewciety]

Hello from Australia!Yes! My eyesight is rapidly declining from all the late night sewing! Love the groovy patterns. We did a 1969 theme for hubby’s 50th and went wild sewing all of the groovy things! Thanks for the great vlogs!

[@kmom1441]

All of the trouble you had with that dress was worth it because it looks fabulous! Love all of the vintage patterns and can't wait to see your makes.

[@helengilmore9887]

It takes me back to those days..I graduated in 1972..made many of my dresses.

[@lindagoldsberry4235]

You always make me laugh and I do love the same patterns as you. Always a treat to watch you.

[@AnitasDreams]

Viv, that was fun! I love the glasses. I didn't even know they made magnifier ones. I could use those. Look at those pattern prices. Good design never goes out of style. I have to tell you that I started following you & then Whitney & now Joy & you ladies just bring me so much joy into my days. From the bottom of my heart Thank You.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Has anyone told you lately that you’re a darling, Cherry? Well you are!! Thank you for being so generous.🌺

[@cherylidler2386]

Sew many of us watching today who have sworn we sewed those exact same patterns back in the day! i loved sewing with that FORTREL fabric! It went together so easy.. no seam ravelling stretced enough to ease right in .. looking at pictures from back then.. we labeled ourselves the “FORTREL FAMILY” !! We were all wearing something I had sewn from that marvellous stuff!!... it never needed ironing either! BEST..CHERYL🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@jennifermaddock4382]

It has the half-life of plutonium too - indestructable! My Mom used to buy or make us plaid pants out of that stuff - they are probably still being worn somewhere by somebody and they still look brand new!

[@kathleenmacdonald5511]

I used to love watching Marcia Brady and Laurie Partridge wearing all the latest fashions on their shows.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Totally!! “That Girl” was so pretty, too. She was before Marcia and Laurie.

[@christinemartin9449]

Hi from England. Glasses, well! I have so many, all over the house, I sometimes have several pairs on the top of my head at once! I sometimes chunner about having to wear them then think, at least it is easy for me to buy them, some people in this world don't have the ability to do this. Love the patterns, most of them are so wearable for most body types. Thank you for doing these videos.

[@junderwood830]

Simplicity 5835 was my Easter suit in pink wool! I was 16! Oh, what a memory lane walk, Viv!

[@robyn3349]

I was a grad in '73, this video was cool. Thank you!

[@dale4032]

I have a 1972 sewing book with Shelly long and Susan Dey as the models...recognizing them was a treat....

[@kathygann7632]

In the late 60s and 70s, I had a slip with a pattern like your dress. It was fun to have a happy print under tailored dresses and suits.

[@susanashworth7568]

Your glasses are excellent. It’s so easy for glasses to overpower blondes. The patterns were a fun trip down memory lane for me.

[@kathychester517]

Viv, you’re so fun to watch! I LOVE that you wanted to broil Brad’s shirt! Ha ha! So funny!! And I love vintage patterns too! In fact, I have a Pinterest page stocked full of them! I am a HUGE fan of full, flirty skirts, and all things frills. Lol. From ric rac to lace and everything in between! I was born in 1960, so... yeah! Love you, viv. GOD bless you!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Oh that Pinterest page sounds marvelous, Kathy. The pattern envelope illustrations are so splendid. I never tire of them!! Brad’s top was so maddening because for a complicated instruction (front zipper with guard) they tossed out a couple words and left you to twist in the breeze. I ripped that guard off and went my own way. Is it perfect? No! Is it good? Maybe, if you’re in a dark room and have had a couple Mai Tais.

[@kathychester517]

Vivmom Sews lol!

[@petrag.4092]

Love the dress, glasses, patterns, and your wonderful personality!!

[@vivmomsews4962]

You’re a certified dear, PL Gal! Thank you.💕

[@tracyfrost]

I know the feeling of trying to put two pairs of glasses on. You are not alone

[@maxibake9323]

Lol with the glasses, at least you could find yours, sometimes my lost ones are ontop off my head. 🙃 & Wow, you've got some really great patterns there. Your right, allot off those styles are back again. Thanks for sharing, & take care of yourself to. ❤🙂🐶

[@starcarmen1]

I pretty sure I’ve made two of those patterns. Fond memories 😄

[@juanitaallison2199]

Hi MY STUNNING SOUTHERN SISTER...So glad I caught your Video early. Your Videos are relaxing for me to watch. I look forward to watching. Love the vintage patterns. I recently found some vintage patterns at my local non-profit Thrift store. The pattern peices were already cut. It made me wonder who once owned the patterns and loved to sew like I do. They maybe sewing in Heaven now. These Vintage patterns, I truly have the utmost respect for. Stay genuine my SSS. Love that Cat of yours. Thanks for the walk back in time. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS😊🧵🍁🍂🍁🍂

[@vivmomsews4962]

Hello Juanita! I love to think about who sewed before me when using the old patterns. They’re small slices of history. I also think sewers are a careful lot; I find pattern pieces nicely folded and all accounted for 99% of the time. Yay sewers!! Those who came before us paved the way for our sewing successes today. Thanks for your lovely message, I’ll tell Trix that you enjoyed seeing him!😸💕

[@aprilbotts9266]

I love the vintage patterns!!! Please show us your 1950’s ones too!!

[@jomarielopez2229]

That was fun! Made me think of this jumper my mom made me for my graduation from 6th grade! I also think of all the yardage stores and dime stores that I used to frequent. So many memories!!!!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Dime stores, yes! Loved them! We had one called Grants and I can remember being a kid and shopping in there. My mom would let Sonia and me walk to the shopping center alone when we were 7!! Can you imagine?! Grants had things displayed on counters along with shelves and we would buy real things for our dolls - bottles, bibs, rattles, plastic pants (remember those for babies?!) and it was so much fun!! We’d come home and set up blankets in the back yard for our houses and play all day - we called it House Boat. Oh my goodness, the memories. Thanks for writing, Jo Marie!😃

[@BAKey-hm4is]

I am probably repeating myself....but, you are so much fun to watch! I was in my 30's during the 60's & 70' s...what memories those patterns brought back. Thank you for sharing all of them.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Hey, no worries on repeating such a nice compliment! Thanks B.A.!!😃

[@dianeneale1007]

You are very cute and stylish. It's fun to spend time with someone who is so animated and enthusiastic and positive. My mother spoiled me by always sewing clothes for me that thankfully fit Me! She knew just how to alter the patterns in every case. Before she died she lived at my home and I needed to help her sew. But that was all she wanted to do whether healing a broken hip or recovering from a stroke. Our most fun outings were going out to the JoAnns store. After she died the ladies at the cutting table at the JoAnns store would ask about her and mourned with me.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Oh Diane, that is so sweet. Our moms and grandma’s (and special aunts or neighbors) paved the way for us to sew. They kept the art thriving and now I just love to hear when someone has decided to return to or start sewing! It makes me so happy. I’m sorry for the loss of your mom. I know you hold onto those dear memories and those memories can carry us a long way. I think of my parents almost every single day. As a believer, I know I will see them again, and I hope you share in this same joy. Thanks for writing!💕

[@chrischevalier1980]

What an awesome gift. In the 60’s and 70’s we needed those long zippers cause we had BIG hair. Love the PJ pattern with the “baby doll” pjs. And can you believe .45 cents. Love Love Loved it. Thanks so much for sharing. Hope you go to Fabric Mart again, absolutely love that what I’ve ordered. Hope to make it there someday. I was watching this video while making dinner and my husband sat downed and watched with me, and the end you talked about Brad’s shirt. My husband said remember when you use to sew my shirts???? So I think I’ll be looking for some shirting soon.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Aww chris, thanks for such a nice message! I just got some knits from Fabric Mart and I love every single one. I do wish shipping weren’t a flat $10, though. The days they ship for $4.99 are fantastic but few. Can’t believe your hubby watched!!😃

[@2Peachcobler]

Love seeing all the old patterns.

[@indigobleu]

Made many pantsuits with the sturdy double knit in the 70s. Love the glasses. Need a pair.

[@vivmomsews4962]

I found these at Walmart for $3.50. They’re on the low end of magnification, they’re a 1.5.🤓

[@lisatamashiro6137]

Oh my goodness! Deja Vu! I made several of those 70’s patterns in my younger days. Thank you for sharing.

[@riahenley3456]

Hi, what a terrific pile patterns......!! Oh my.....I'm envious.....!! I have made a couple of those in the late 60's. Look forward to the Oct. makes. 😻💗

[@patriciahenk2171]

Thank you for sharing your pattern haul with us, they are all so cute & would be lots of fun to make.

[@lesliechristian8907]

I was learning to sew in the 70's, but i remember the prices!!

[@denisekirszenberg7279]

Never too long. Enjoyed it all.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Aww, thanks Denise!🌺

[@sharilg4640]

What a fantastic bunch of patterns. I remember some of those that my mom made back in the 70's! Great video!❤️

[@Britgirl58]

You're such fun - thank you!

[@helenw355]

You make me laugh. You are so full of life .you are truly an inspiration. Everytime i find it hard to get going with a new pattern. You give me inspiration to get it done .I do love sewing and when I make something it is a joy . Thank you for all your time .very much appreciated. Xxx

[@vivmomsews4962]

Thank you for this high praise, Helen. I’m not worthy but you’re a doll to say it. Actually it makes my heart sing whenever I hear that someone is inspired to sew. If I can be instrumental in that, consider my entire year made!!😃👏👏

[@karenr3708]

Love the glasses story, I am so shortsighted that if I put my glasses down I can’t see to find them and have to enroll the family to hunt them down for me. The new narrow shoulder pattern sent me down memory road ,my grandmother made it for me in a white fabric with small strawberries in the skirt and blouse , I was in high school at the time. Geez that ages me 😀 Karen R

[@vivmomsews4962]

I love that you mention enlisting the family to help you hunt down your glasses, Karen!! I’m lucky my family hasn’t thrown all my glasses onto the freeway. I am forever sitting down and realizing I don’t have them - and everyone gets to hear me wail and complain.🙄

[@charlenejutras1595]

I just want to say that the 'not fun" sewing makes me appreciate the fun sewing more. Thank you for sharing.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Great point, Charlene, thank you!!👍

[@Julia-xf5ps]

I made that purple dress!! How fun! I was a young teen and made all those button loops!!!!

[@suzannakoizumi8605]

I love the old patterns, the white gloves, and hats!

[@vivmomsews4962]

I agree, Suzanna, that sense of decorum (and really courtesy to the community) was so lovely back in the day. Admittedly it was just too formal to continue, but it is enjoyable to look back. Now seeing people grocery shopping in their pajamas makes me think we’ve swung a bit too far the other way.😅Thanks for writing!

[@ginahayes6169]

Ohhh another thing... your videos are NEVER to long, I can see all will agree with me, that you are so fun and interesting to watch, you're so "real" bring it on girl!!! Longer is better Ha!!

[@daur5314]

Viv, going through patterns with you is better than looking at a fashion magazine.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Oh you’re too sweet, Deb! Thanks!!

[@yomama8873]

Enjoyed as usual. Thank you🤗

[@vivmomsews4962]

Thank YOU, yo mama!! This is so sweet.

[@kathleenlydell1999]

I had to laugh. I have gone to the store wearing my glasses with another pair on the top of my head.

[@vivianevans1228]

Or looking around the house for your glasses and someone says"they are on top of your head!!!"

[@dianadeap572]

I omce drove all the way home from work to get my glasses which were on top of my head. ABSOLUTELY LOVE the last Vogue pattern you showed. I'VE tried to find it to buy it many times !

[@vivmomsews4962]

That’s hilarious, Diana! (Maybe not so much at the time...🤣)

[@socarole66]

Oh the glasses! I keep having problems finding my phone, looking for it then discovering it in my back pocket 🤣. Just love the patterns, makes me think of ‘Bewitched’ and ‘Mad Men’ 😍.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Yes! I do that too, with my phone. Do you ever think it’s hummed when it hasn’t?! Are they TRYING to gaslight us? (I’m afraid of the answer.😬) Thanks for writing, Carole!

[@charlottehayward5943]

My mother made that last coat in a blue wool lined. She looked beautiful in it.

[@sandygammage5065]

I recognize some of these patterns. My mom sewed a lot for me in the 50's, 60's and 70's.

[@wowzieee]

I love vintage patterns too. I ve posted a video of some vintage patterns i have, and i m thinking of posting more. But I am still working on the 1953 swing coat. I m going to win this battle, I am! If I go this week, just burry me in it. Lol.

[@vivmomsews4962]

You can do it, wowzieee!! (The swing coat.) I’m cheering for you!!👏👏

[@sandrahurt2680]

I had several Nursing Uniforms made by that pattern, they were made by my Mother

[@sozofam2164]

Love the cool new specs! Can’t wait to see the new makes. AND what you’ll find at Fabric Mart! Have a fab trip to wonderland!🎉 Blessings, dearie.💐

[@debcobb9739]

Love the old patterns...I used to sit and daydream in the old catalogs of the pretty dresses and shoes...then I learned to use the sewing machine at 7 and it was so much fun. Only didn't have the resources for fabric but we did get hand-me-downs that we would recycle the fabric...but we didn't know we were being "green" back then. Looking forward to seeing your makes for October.

[@colettebaldwin5700]

A lovely trip down dress pattern memory lane, Thanks Viv.

[@kathymattern544]

I used to have that uniform pattern ... I was a VERY overweight teenager, and I worked at a local resort as a chambermaid. We had to wear uniforms for work, and it was very difficult to find large size clothing back in the early 70’s. My grandmother had taught me to sew, and I made most of my clothes in order to get things that I liked. Anyway, I had that pattern and I made myself a couple uniform dresses for work.

[@Joannewithane]

Yes, thank you, Helen and Mary! This was fun seeing these patterns, thanks, Vivmom for sharing!

[@vivmomsews4962]

My pleasure, Joanne! I need to catch up on your videos!😃

[@Joannewithane]

@@vivmomsews4962 I hope that you get the chance. I know that you are one busy bee!! I'm trying to get a video up today.

[@bonesoftheterra]

I LOVE! Those wide leg pants 💜

[@vivmomsews4962]

Yippee!! Thanks!!😄

[@ladysusan2501]

Hahaha! Glad I’m not the only one that is missing my glasses that I’m not really missing! I want to say to the new sewers, I agree with you, sewing is fun when it’s fun, but that’s not always the case. Even a seasoned sewer can get frustrated! I actually made McCall’s M6996 and loved how it was turning out, but ended up trying to modify it and oops, not so cute now. Won’t be adding THAT to Instagram, Lol 😏 I definitely remember those fashions! Thanks for sharing.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Thanks for writing, LadySusan. I echo you with the sewing mishaps - they happen throughout one’s life. And if the sewing goes well, usually the look is wrong. Seems like it’s always something!

[@sbrickett]

I actually have quite a few of your patterns. I made my nursing uniforms with that pattern in the 80’s. That was before the scrubs started coming out. I just love looking at patterns, I get a lot from The Salvation Army thrift store for 25 cents each, crazy.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Man, I wish our Salvation Army had pattern deals like that!! What do you think of nurses wearing scrubs? Remember when nurses wore caps? My sister is 66 and a nurse, and graduation from medical school meant “getting capped.” (Uh oh, is that also a Mafia term?😱)

[@sbrickett]

I actually enjoyed wearing scrubs, my hospital provided them to us at no charge. It was so much easier than scrubbing blood and other body fluids out of whites. The problem now is that everyone is wearing scrubs, from the nursing staff to janitorial. It makes it very confusing when trying to find a nurse. I remember very well the capping ceremony, it was a milestone in every young nurses life. That thrift store was throwing pattern away until I found out about it, now I buy them and store them, sometimes is use them, although I will not live long enough to use all the patterns and fabric that I have accumulated throughout the years, lol.

[@louanngayan9987]

Oh! Butterick 6528!! I made this in high school out of a not quite cranberry red wool. LOVED it and wore it all through college. I have often wished I still had it.

[@karensykes2108]

Love the dress, but most of all I enjoy your personality. Of course I love the 60's and 70's style. :)

[@vivmomsews4962]

So kind, Karen, thanks!💕

[@dixyschu951]

Love seeing those old pattern! You're videos are so much fun, and inspiring!

[@dianedunshea3949]

Ive walked into the shower with my glasses on! Lol. I remember a lot of the 70's clothes! Great to watch.As always😊

[@vivmomsews4962]

LOL, thanks Diane for the comic relief!!😄

[@kimberarchuleta1689]

That is a great dress!! Hugs from Montana

[@carolemuenzer5490]

I’m so glad so many of the patterns I have can still be used. I am pretty much the same size, that helps a lot. Just change them up a bit, or not.

[@healingsprings11]

Very colorful and great design. Looks wonderful on you 👘 Love it! I like Lindy's too.! 🎉 😼

[@BexfromTexas]

Soooo loved the patterns! I'm going to have to watch again uninterrupted. Oh 1973!! Now THAT was a year to remember! I was 15 & had to have back surgery, I was in a body cast for a year. Needless to say I learned patience that year. But when I got out of that cast I was sewing again! Some of those patterns look so familiar to those days & I was stick thin. Lol! Weren't we all? I really loved looking at the patterns with you. I haven't posted my makes yet & I made quite a bit last month. Working on a Fall table runner. I've never made one. I was feeling festive this year & wanted to decorate for Thanksgiving. I'm going to make matching table napkins to go with runner for Thanksgiving. It's not clothing I know, but certainly made me happy to look at! Love your videos & your sweet personality. Husband is having knee replacement this coming Wednesday so I don't know how much sewing I'll be doing. Keep us in your prayers:) I hope you're all healed up from falling.

[@sewndebisdream6953]

Love your glasses...you crack me up !The nurse uniform pattern reminded me of the uniform I had to wear when I went to work in the beauty shop after I got my Cosmetology Licence...1975 The dress in the pattern 6086 was the dress I wore in my senior picture 1973. I loved that dress! I can see you wearing that Vogue dress. Love seeing kitty...🤗

[@vivmomsews4962]

That nurses’ suit could totally be a cosmetologist uniform, Debi! My mom always said “beauty shop.” She went until her dying days and got one of those hair sprayed old-lady do’s from her beloved stylist Kay. Your senior year dress is so cute - I love all the details. I wonder if I’m too old for it. The girls have on their platform sandals in the illustration. Great fashion times - the 60’s and 70’s. (I shan’t comment on the 80’s and 90’s, though those decades have their devotees as well.😃)

[@vickieg8791]

One of my all time favorite tops! Simplicity #6086 Made shortly after I was married on my new Singer Touch & Sew machine!! It was made of a slinky, slippery dark blue fabric with little flowers on it & trimmed with a little lace. I love the trips down memory lane you prompt! Makes me almost sorry I've purged most of those old patterns! (Not that they would fit now by any stretch of the imagination)

[@tanesiaapodaca569]

I was feeling a little low today. I watched your video and as usual you had me laughing. Thanks!

[@robbinae]

Wow, those patterns bring back good memories of shopping at the local fabric store with my mom in the 60's and 70's! Also, my hubby does sometimes wear 2 pairs of readers to see fine print or digging out splinters!

[@vivmomsews4962]

“Local fabric store...”😭They’re all gone now, but maybe if everyone keeps sewing and recruiting new enthusiasts, we can resurrect the old corner fabric shop! (Well, it’s a nice dream anyway.)

[@gozeedos]

I love these vintage patterns ❤️ love my memories of looking through the pattern books at the high counter ❤️ I also could be found at the glass case drooling over the rhinestone wedding pieces ❤️ or at the loose button bin! Love your videos!

[@marykamradt7438]

You are so funny! I’m in Michigan on the Lake MI shoreline. Girl , you crack me up! I’m 54 and have readers all over the house, and can’t remember diddlly. Its. all hormones! Love your videos, hugs!

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

I loved time traveling with you.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Love the new glasses! Very cool, very on trend. My cousin in California (we call them "the beautiful cousins") has the same ones. Have you gotten into the shower yet with yours on? I remember the first time I did it I couldn't believe it. I finally switched over to contacts after never being able to keep track of the thousands of pairs of glasses I had all over the house (and car). I still find them . . . ugh, brain moments! Are they contagious? Placket. I was editing video the other day and yelling at my laptop - "It's this! This!" 😂😂 Oh, the patterns! I watched this on my embarrassing-drive-in-movie-sized-tv (Mark doesn't ask for much, so when he wanted it I said "whatever you like honey") so the designs were nice and big and beautiful! I'd mention my favorites but it would be easier to point out the ones I didn't like as much! What treasures! I kept laughing at the 1970's ones because I think I made one of the dresses for a sports award ceremony when I was a junior in high school. I know what you mean about wanting to start sewing them right away - I now want to go in and make up a vintage Vogue I have, that has those odd princess seams. Those two friends are darlings, so generous!

[@vivmomsews4962]

The embarrassment is all mine, Jen, to be displayed on such a large screen tv! The horror, the horror. I hope you had a strong drink after that to ease the trauma. Love the old patterns, never tire of the illustrations and details. People complain nowadays about “shapeless bags” - meaning current pattern dresses. I adore shapeless bags but I see their point. The old styles had flair and truly needed to be fit. I can only wonder at some of the vintage designer patterns - probably quite difficult to master. Thanks for the compliment on my glasses, and for the laugh @ getting in the shower with your specs on. Too funny!!😄

[@moniquedawn5252]

Your blouse is beautiful. Hooray, vintage patterns!!! Love these videos! Lovely patterns ...Paging through counterbooks, good times! Thanks for sharing!

[@vivmomsews4962]

I’m so thrilled to know that so many others enjoy the same sewing treats that I do. Counter books are the ultimate treat!!👍

[@cathykieser53]

I just love the old patterns. I found a second hand shop that is now carrying them. I can relate to flipping through the books when younger at the hair styles and even shoes. Just how it all needs to come together. Thanks for sharing. I'm busy pinning a gather, so I just turn you on and it goes faster. Can't wait to see your simplicity pattern haul. And more about Brad's shirt!! Happy sewing!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Thank you, Cathy! Hope that gather behaved for you!😃

[@lindeehopkins6439]

I LOVED your braided big hair!! And that dress you hv on!! Wowza!

[@patriciadoherty464]

The thing that you couldn’t remember is a placket. We all have that happen to us. I love the dress you are wearing. The patterns were great, I like the 70’s.

[@streamstriss]

Never too long! Thanks for the great vid!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Thank you, Patrice. You’re a doll.🌺

[@michellepage6043]

It’s a placket ❤️. I love lindy’s!! Especially the lemon 🍋

[@RolosMate]

Vivmom, I have just turned 57 and from the UK. Wow this video has taken me back in time and bought back memories. High necklines do not suit me as I have a short wide neck so its a no-no. I love the swing coats and simple styles. Thanks for taking me down memory lane with patterns. xx

[@vivmomsews4962]

My pleasure, Ali. Isn’t it fun? I never tire of vintage pattern illustrations!

[@cindyweeks2921]

I saw so many "church dresses"! Back in the day, you know, always wore dresses to church and school!

[@melindabanning7707]

I really like those dresses and the one with the umpire waist, I had a dress like that and loved it . I was probably 10 or 11.

[@laurajones4088]

So lovely of Helen and Mary to send you these great patterns! A few look familiar..Love all of the interesting seams, darts and other details. That's what piques my interest but it seems difficult to find in current patterns sometimes. Can't wait to see what you make with them-Happy Sewing!