Making a 1920's Party Dress // Handkerchief Hem and Fitting the Bust

It's pretty clear when I look at the numbers behind the scenes here that people are interested in seeing some more 1920's projects, so once I spotted this blue lace on MoodFabrics.com and decided to make something 20's for the recent Ravenclaw lookbook, I just had to share the project with all of you! So today I detail exactly how I drafted a new sleeveless pattern, based on the famed 1920's 1 hour dress pattern, and added a fun handkerchief hem.
For skipping past lots of (useful! Well I think so...) prep information and going straight to the pattern drafting, go to minute 15 ish
The sewing of this is quite short, because the sewing of these is very straightforward and fast! (as long as you're not using lace like me...) To skip straight to sewing, skip right up to around the 1 hour mark!
The 2 dart blog post that really pleased me from an excellent blog called Witness2Fashion can be read here : witness2fashion.wordpress.com...
Sewing Darts in lace : www.sewstylish.com/2017/04/11/...
All other images found on Pinterest of course, and can be perused further alongside other 1920's extant examples here : www.pinterest.de/bmesposito/1...
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[@TheClosetHistorian]

Holy broken bobbin winder are Bernina's expensive! I had no idea they didn't have lower priced models... that uhh...that is not my budget, ha! Tell me your favorite machines under $300 maybe??? Whew, had no idea they were that big an investment! I've always just used $99 dollar entry level machines btw, and you don't need a fancy machine to get sewing!

[@AdirondackRuby]

Not sure. I have a Brother (a model that they don't even make anymore!) that my late grandmother bought me about 18 years ago. It works great still, so I haven't thought much about replacing it. So many machines now seem so techy & computerized. If one little thing goes wrong, it's totally unusable. I know someone who has a Bernina that seems to break every 3 months, but she's still super Brand Loyal and is planning to buy another. I've heard Janome is a good brand. And Husqvarna (but they can get pricey like Bernina, though there's one at Jo-Ann that's around $400)

[@rachellynncreates2703]

I have a very old Singer 403a. I wanted an mostly steel machine. But they can be a bit hard to find... its a workhorse though.

[@evilrose412]

no idea Bianca, i'm using some Singer one made for Lidl (their own ones are good too). But maybe try to find Angela Clayton vid on her machines as she goes thru few of them, some industrial. Maybe that will help

[@maryroyal5138]

The Brother sewing machine that Costco sells is an excellent buy. Regular pricing is right around $180.00 but can be bought for right around $140.00 on sale.

[@MariaCosta-cq2pe]

I bought 2 machines on allbrands.com. They were older models but still good ones. Brand new, not refurbished. Free shipping too!

[@GerlindeGronow]

I love how you found out about this 1920s secret dart conspiracy!

[@thecadaver]

"Maybe not everyone will need a bust dart!" *Laughs/cries in K cup.* Anyway. Very much enjoying this secret dart business!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Holly!

[@smconner1956]

Holly, I understand the "laugh/cry" all too well. I was a K cup myself until I had reduction surgery to relieve the back and neck pain. I'm now a "manageable" D.

[@theredrover3217]

Hey, same w/a once 'perfect' bust (for me in all things) now requiring a D cup to smush all the failed elastic (skin) in the vicinity into. Nobody ever told me about that aspect of ageing. Never once wanted bigger boobs and the LAST thing I expected. ب_ب

[@foxylovelace2679]

Watching you actually "find" the dart with the garment on really helps me understand why and how we use darts.

[@crwilley]

as someone else with what we might call "an alphabet situation" in the bust, the "secret dart" is mind-blowing and world-changing.

[@tiarabass4625]

I have several pattern making and sewing books from the 1920s and 1930s and they absolutely used darts(mainly the small side bust, small shoulder darts). When I was looking through one of the pattern making books it doesn’t show the small front side bust/shoulder darts in the section of diagrams/directions for each specific style but as I was reading the book front to back I found a sentence/paragraph in the beginning of the book that says “most women will need a small side bust or shoulder dart in every style and it is just implied that you know to put it in”. But there are actual directions in various places that say use a small dart(shoulder/bust). And one of the ways they say to do it is the “secret dart” hidden in the shoulder gathering/pleating that you refer to here. So darts away! :)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

They are so sneaky with these darts that people will of course just "magically" know to use and how to add, wonderful ha!

[@chaeburger]

I can't wait for that slip video. I have had so much trouble finding a vintage slip in my size. Sometimes an extreme hourglass figure is a bit of a curse.

[@knitbelove]

YES THIS and also how to source the right fabric for it that's actually soft enough.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Well it will be a specifically 1920's shaped slip this time, so not really fitted, but hopefully still of some use!

[@chaeburger]

@@TheClosetHistorian I'm hoping I can make it work.

[@linda6131]

Wonderful Bianca. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your videos. You are certainly not 'just a woman who sews in your pajamas in your basement ', as you said. You are extremely creative. 👍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Linda!

[@brendabijak7171]

"Boob flattening girdle situation" I am dying!!!!!! Very informative!!!! You kill me....thank you!! Awesome!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Brenda!

[@killamoosdraree730]

I've found that when I am trying to avoid using darts for my larger than average bust, I can often get away with cutting my fabric on bias instead of on grain. This does use up quite a bit more fabric, but it allows me to get that smooth front appearance and also allows me to get away with using fabrics that don't have as much drape like plain weave medium weight linen. Because of the way bias cut fabric lays at the seams and hems, it tends to eliminate gaping at the armscyes as well. I won't have enough fabric for my next project (very similar to the one you feature in this video) to cut on bias, so this is immensely helpful to me. Thanks!

[@ES-xx2jq]

It's so amazing that you include your whole pattern development process. I always end up drafting my own patterns from scratch, working with standard sized sewing patterns is just too frustrating. They never fit properly and that's not why I'm putting in the work to sew something😒

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I can't handle the odd fit and extra ease issues common in commercial patterns, I gave up on them a loooong time ago ha!

[@elitabaldridge6967]

I made a 1920s sleeveless robe de style for my sister for a 1920s themed charity event a couple weeks ago (it had a giant front bow at the hipline and a beaded lace overlay at the sides and back of the skirt, and ended up adorable). Your 1920s One Hour dress video was a humongous help in drafting the pattern for her gown, and this video is fabulous too. These long how to videos are some of my favorites to watch when I am sewing, and the walkthroughs on drafting have helped me a great deal.

[@annematusiewicz3712]

Holy cow! Robe de styled (robes de style?) are so rarely made these days. Could you share a picture? It sounds amazing.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Elita! Sounds fabulous, more people should make robe de style dresses!

[@airwavesintheair]

Singer all the way! You can get some of the models for really cheap, and pretty much anyone who repairs sewing machines seems to know how to work on a Singer. We have 3 in my house; my grandmother's (which was probably her mom's,) my mom's fancy one (a collab with Michael's for some big anniversary a few years back,) and mine (which my dad found with all the parts except one bobbin stick in the free pile at the dump!) All of them work perfectly, regardless of age or model. Talk about reliable!

[@JassiLovesCupcakesx3]

I love these super long videos that have construction/pattern explanation and everything from start to finish in them. It really helps me structure my sewing process and go from a design to an actual piece!! Edit: Also! If you do ever want to wear something that is a boob-flattening-situation and neither hard to get nor super uncomfortable (as I personally find most sports bras)- Chest binders are LOVELY for this. They're very common for people who like their chests more flat, for whatever reason (mostly gender-related) but they also are a great alternative to the boob girdle situation or uncomfortable sports bras! I love wearing them especially with 20s-30s dress when I want a more flat silhouette!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Yes I should think a binder would indeed work rather well for the art deco times!

[@rachelunderwood4868]

As a fellow owner of a 1950s figure, I really appreciate how clearly you explain all things bust related.

[@mommahowdoi44]

Bianca .. the Forensic Fashion Investigator!!! You are awesome!!

[@lornas-w4661]

Always impressed by accuracy that almost is invisible...here the matching of geometrics along the dropped waist seam....

[@saricadouglas5469]

Secret darts! Sun dun dunnnnn My favorite part

[@josie8581]

YEEEEEES IT'S SLEEVELESS I CAN MAKE THIS ONE CONFIDENTLY!!!!! (Once I figure out sleeves I'll be unstoppable, but for now they're holding me back a little) Thank you for sharing! 💙

[@TracyLynnAP]

I too sew over my pins.. thank you for being a rebel.. I love it. Also as a Canadian size 38HH I so understand the NEED for darts.. thank you for showing how to do this in a flatter styled dress pattern.

[@TurquoiseTokki]

American who lives in Canada. Bra sizing is the same in the Us and Canada. Though there are a few brands here that seem to do the UK-ish sizing. I. Thinking the store Change. The letters to indicate cup sizes seems have not reasoning behind why they can be different in North American brands.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Tracey!

[@joellenb8671]

I have a Janome she has never let me down. Quite cheap when I got her years ago. I have used her heaps.

[@bernicebarnes3484]

Yes....I agree. You look after your machine and your machine will look after you! That's for a car and anything you use today, no matter how old it is.

[@smconner1956]

In 1995, I bought my first Bernina model 1005. It served me well until, during a time of "non-productivity," a mouse made her home in it and did nasty mouse stuff all over the metal gears, causing them to rust beyond repair. I bought two used Berninas, model 1005 and 1008 from ebay sellers. You can't go wrong with this. Although it's "old" it's a workhorse of a machine. It's totally mechanical, no computer magic that goes bad and makes you wait until the replacement part crosses the ocean. Each machine cost me less than $400 including shipping. (I had paid nearly $1000 for my first one when it was new and unsullied by mouse nastiness.) If you choose to go this route, I doubt that you'll regret it. And I love your channel! Keep up the good work.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Susan! The consensus in general seems to be to go for a vintage machine, and I am all for it because I trust real metal parts and sturdy motors so much more than what seems to be available on the market now!

[@smconner1956]

That's why I bought two of them when I had the money. These are all metal construction and made in Switzerland. That very first Bernina I had (the 1005) went for a "stop-drop-and-roll" when I was taking it to my car for what ever reason. I thought fo sure it was a goner. But I cleaned up the mud and gravel, plugged it in, and the little sucker worked! If it had been one of the new fangled computer one, I doubt it would have survived.

[@ElizabethChronis]

I always recommend going to your local sewing machine dealer/repair shop and talk to them about your needs. You will get a higher quality machine that can be repaired and they usually do a great job taking budget into account. I personally have Baby Locks for my newer machines & love them.

[@ElizabethChronis]

I also have old featherweights, but those are straight stitch only ... if you're OK with no specialty stich (like zigzag), it's totally the best!

[@suzannefrank5089]

Beautiful! And great matching at the waist 👍🏻👍🏻

[@rlavelleSLP]

Omg, of all of the outfits in your last video, I almost commented asking you what decade this style was- 20s or 30s. It was my favorite piece. Guess now I know 😂

[@Goforfink]

As a 32 FF who constantly has to adjust patterns just to fit... I can't tell you how much I appreciate your attention to detail. It's so helpful!

[@jamiecampbell2637]

Marvellous, thank you. I’m looking at 1920’s clothes precisely because they are flat fronted, so I wavered about watching when the dart issue arose. How pleased I am that I kept watching. I understand a lot more now about things like garment construction, transferring information from mock-up to a pattern, how to influence hem lines. It’s like an entire course distilled into this video. Thank you, thank you! The finished dress suits you beautifully, by the way.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jamie!

[@cindyrogers1413]

I love my Janome sewing machines and yes I have several!!

[@jakea1035]

Thank you so much for explaining darts!

[@Grace_x68]

1920's makes is my favourite. You look stunning.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@marciahighsmith4820]

Number 1 - I have dart necessary body. I got my mother's body that looked so cute in 50's and 60's clothes. Number 2 Janome has a set of machines that do pretty good stitching, but don't last like a Bernina. They start at $100. steps up to $200 and finally $300.

[@lindachampney7480]

Not confusing at all. I never really understood darts as I'm pretty new at this and your explanation clarified EVERYTHING. Thank you!

[@Chaiyanlamo]

Hi, I know this is a very old video but I wanted to say that it really helped me. The pattern mockup and altering was very insightful. And it was so cool to see in fabric how moving darts around the apex worked. It's long but worth it

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I cover darts in fuller detail in this video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIOyXnqNm62sn68

[@JannaVervecken]

This was such an eye opener! I really wanted to try some sleeveless 20’s things, but didn’t know how to keep it ‘accurate’. Definitely will be trying to draft one!

[@sandijames6409]

Love this already!

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Very cute. Thanks for all the details on pattern drafting.

[@jennidumlao4754]

i find you not confusing i love your narrative and explanations;)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jenni! 😅

[@andreaj5767]

Love the dress. I feel you on the situation on a bigger bust, I myself am a 42 DD sometimes finding the perfect fit is a struggle lol.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Andrea!

[@andreaj5767]

You're welcome, i really enjoy your sewing videos 😁.

[@PolyvoreThea]

So stunning!!!!!!!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Thea!

[@mmw55122]

LOVE your explanatory vids, Bianca! Never worry worry that the vids are too long!

[@Bluemagilla]

I love it! Looks so good on you!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@celestialstorybooks]

I really appreciate this video. You break things down so even I can understand!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@elizharber3564]

Cutting a straight waist opening in the skirt to form the straight hem! You keep teaching me things. Thank you.

[@kerrymcilwaine]

Ingenious as always x

[@theculteredvulture13]

How very exciting!!!

[@marielrichards]

I'm a recent subscriber and have been really enjoying your videos. The level of detail, and the generosity of your explanations and video lengths is incredible. Thank you SO much! Learning loads, and can't wait to put it to practice.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mariel! ❤

[@sarahlongshore2605]

This turned out beautiful!!! I loved your process of drafting it. You give such wonderful information. I can't wait to see your next project.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sarah!

[@waterbitten]

Thread marking with a machine stitch is GENIUS!! Thank you for sharing.

[@lauramann8315]

Understand darts so much more now. This dress in my near future for spring. Thank you

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Laura!

[@lynettesunley-hulton7898]

I had a lovely Bernina once, but alas had to sell it because of change in life style. When I had the room to sew again I purchased a Janome and it has given me trouble free sewing over the past 28 years. I love watching your channel, so informative and you are so amusing which brightens my day. Thanks so much

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lynette!

[@evelynhearnsberger660]

Beautiful dress!! I look forward to your videos! Especially the long ones!! 🤗💕

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Evelyn!

[@Susanfuzz]

So fancy! A premiere! I love it! Can’t wait! Not enough exclamation points!!!

[@Historical_Seamstress]

Best machine ever is the Baby Lock Solaris. I absolutely love it and it has so many features that have helped my garment sewing sooooo much!

[@bernicebarnes3484]

I've been sewing over 45 years and I always put darts in the area of the bust. It has a purpose and that is to have shape or form fitting for the bust to make the dress/blouse fit you properly. I will put a dart in that pattern if it is missing. I like to look good in a dress...the dart makes the bosom like good and like my dad used to say...'Standing up tall makes a woman look good'. Hummm, there might be truth in that...LOL! Anyways...:-))

[@dunkel429]

This was so informative! I really hope to see more 1910-20s era makes on this channel.

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Bianca!! Wonderful vlog.. Love your blue lace fabric choice.. Dress came out absolutely fabulous & fits you perfectly..... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵

[@peggyriordan9857]

I really liked this video. I leaned alot about the pattern changes that are needed during some period fashion. Thanks for sharing ti with us.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Peggy!

[@emilyrln]

I've got to make this!! So cute!

[@temperhollow7716]

Love your choice of fabric for this elegant number. It looks great on you.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@maroulio2067]

wow- this was a great video. I really can't sew but I love watching you work.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Maroulio!

[@tawarwaith-en9fo]

love to see how amazing this style looks on an hourglass figure! I've been holding off on a very similar project, because (like you) I like a tight waist and was thinking the 20's silhouette would be very unflattering on me. But seeing you in this, I definitely have to try it!

[@pris1378]

Janome has models in various price ranges. I love mine.

[@sandrameza1644]

I love how you share, talk with us. It was an honest and still clever way of figuring out the pattern making. I followed it with much fun.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sandra!

[@SabethRavenwing]

Babylock Accomplish is an amazing strait stitch machine. Does very well on fine silk and the crotch seam on a pair of jeans. It also sews very fast. It only has one stitch, but if you still have your old one for fancy stuff it is the work horse. It is also pricey, but you get what you pay for with machines. The cheap ones are such a headache, I sewed on one for 15 years. It got me started but caused so much fuss, I would quite projects or mostly hand sewed. I finely got a good pfaff and fell in love with sewing all over. I upgraded to the Babylock and omg I have been blasting through my back log of projects the Pfaff couldn't handle.

[@leslieinadress]

Loving these colors on you !

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Leslie!

[@evelyn_r]

dammmmnnnnn, that turned out so cute~! ❤💕

[@Calgary27]

Beautiful fabric and terrific tutorial ❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Laurie!

[@ravensnestacres7218]

This dress looks awesome.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Elaine!

[@JulzKZN]

This is gorgeous!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Julie!

[@pennydreadfull]

That's gorgeous! And I have several saris I want to make dresses out of and think this style will be awesome for the light weight ones!❤

[@pmazie]

Wow learned a lot about fitting! Thank-you!

[@dyanalayng5507]

Great work! I love the result, and that lace is so modern and 1920s! Most of all, I appreciate your fearless dart moving to get the best results. It makes me want to take up sewing again.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Dyana!

[@gretaface]

The dutch angle shot for the /secret dart/. I love it. I'm dead.

[@meggraham4974]

Fantastic dress. Excellent instructions. I now understand dart theory much better. Thank you so much. You are very intelligent and a great teacher. Hope you wear it often it is beautiful on you. Meg

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Meg!

[@8kids4me]

Bernina!!! Loved the dress you made

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cynthia!

[@VickyDIncecco]

I love the final product! I've been sooo tempted to make some 1920s garments but worry about spending all that time and materials without the certainty that I'll like the fit. BUT this dress is giving me hope! Looks great!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Vicky!

[@theredrover3217]

I like the light drapy toile, great idea! I've resisted doing mock-ups, but coming to accept it is the most likely solution to permanent body changes (age doesn't fluctuate.) I like the whole DIY mode, thank you. I've never had friends into this sort of thing. No worries re: bearing with you, didn't feel that way to me. You're doing a great job of explaining all sorts of points (pun semi-intended.) Folks new to this sort of thing, there is a wealth of information in this one video, more than 'this' dress. 👏 For sharing. 😊 P.S. I'm with you on sewing over pins. 😁

[@Gandellion]

I actually feel so fancy cause I know how to make this kind of dress, but I'm obvs gonna watch 🤓

[@janemarchant2558]

Such a beautiful dress, looks lovely on you xxxx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jane!

[@mymai2792]

This is a lovely dress. You are very good! Thank you for the vid. It's a great style.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@Susanfuzz]

Since you’re asking... I’d love to see a 1920s/30s stripey bias cut (making chevrons out of the stripes, you know?) outfit. Debby Reynolds wears one (knit, I think) in “Singing in the Rain”. I’ve always been fascinated by how to make one. Seems like a point matching extravaganza. Are you up for the challenge? PS a great video! I was hoping you’d do one for this dress when I spied it in the look book.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Susan! The patterning in the Singing in the Rain dress does indeed look entirely knit, which is much easier to achieve than piecing bits of fabric together! I'm afraid bias piecing an entire dress together does indeed sound just too fiddly for me, I like speeding through projects and I think I'd get much too frustrated ha! I'm not a good couture style seamstress, I'm much too impatient ;)

[@RebelBart67]

It looks awesome. Might have to make one for myself!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@mmw55122]

Thumbed-up before the vid started! I think your vids are very explanatory for anyone with a modicum of sewing experience. Not to worry!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@rebeccaespinosa7574]

great ideas...... oh I'm a Boulder person!!! loving historical costume!!

[@kelley4086]

I was just looking at a 1927 “How to Make Dresses the Modern Singer Way” and they mentioned bust darts for some body shapes but the shoulder darts were everywhere. It was really cool to read about the alterations for the 1920s silhouette for different body types.

[@rowdeo8968]

same thing with art work which is what I do. One has to move away to get perspective. Love love the twenties.

[@ReneePowell]

I’m finishing up my first one hour dress and decided to just let the sleeveless pattern (no sleeve extensions) create little cap sleeves. I also figured I would need to add darts at the apex. But OH MY GOD getting the two parallel bust darts to sit right was so incredibly fiddly. This is quite helpful.

[@aimeebentley3125]

So amazing you help me to give me ideas for my project mostly fashion

[@flyingpanda3997]

Very well explained how to and it looks fabulous. I have a Juki industrial sewing machine which sews just about everything but only does a straight stitch, I think you can find old models of these secondhand for not very much and they are just about indestructible. It has a thread cutter and knee lift and sews like a dream, I just use my old domestic machine for buttonholes and the odd bit of zigzag stitching.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I used to use 70's/80's model Juki industrial machines at university, as that is what most fashion programs have in their classrooms. I'd like one someday perhaps, but I don't really have room in my space for one I fear! I only ever use straight stitch really, so it would be great option for sure, all the fancier new home machines with their digital interfaces and 250 stitch options are confounding to me!

[@AlexB-nk9th]

I've been looking through the digitized archives of "La Femme de France" on Gallica BnF (searching for sewing patterns, actually) and a lot of the late 20s dress patterns have shoulder darts! So I was excited to see that you found extant and illustrated examples.

[@kimberlybrincklow9199]

Loved it! ❤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kimberly!

[@trudicole3520]

This is going on my project list thank you Bianca

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Trudi!

[@Anna-qb3pv]

This may not be what you are interested in, but worth a thought...I just inherited my mom's Bernina 830 c1978. It is an absolute game changer in the quality of my finished pieces. You can find a used one in good condition on eBay, some listed within your budget 😊 My machine may be old, but she works like a dream!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Older machines are probably better in most cases, they are more likely to have metal parts! I need to go check out what older/used models my local shops may have in stock around town.

[@mmw55122]

Ready and waiting, Bianca!

[@TeresaMedical]

Wonderful video tutorial. I’ll make on in a flowered linen I have. ❤🎉

[@wyrdness1]

I like how even though you didn't bother matching the gold lattice pattern up, it still comes close to meshing together.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

It really didn't look as pronounced close up! Such an oops, but yeah luckily it isn't offset that bad!

[@jaquelinedeponce5251]

Thank You!! I’m 38 DD and was wondering how on earth this style would accommodate “the girls” !!

[@alaineblaylock557]

Beautiful dress xx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@CottageTales]

Love it! This comes at the perfect time, too: I was contemplating to make a 20s dress for a birthday party I'm invited to but am also rather blessed around the chest area and was like "how the Dickens did the cope in the 20s?!" So thank you loads for your hard work, I'm going to do some planning 😃🧡🧡

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@eleanorbarsic8065]

Ha! I want to make a skirt like this, tpp but for a contemporary look! Good to know where it came from!