Thrifting Sewing Patterns- 30+ New and Vintage Patterns!

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Here are 30+ New and Vintage patterns I’ve thrifted over the last few days. Most were 20-50 cents a piece, some were a dollar, and two were $2.50.
Let me know which are your favourites!
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[@StayStitching]

Thrifting for patterns is my happy place!

[@Lisamakes]

Yes!❤️

[@mamahops]

I have that Simplicity book. It was one of the first book I purchased to learn to sew. It has been used and loved for years. I started sewing at age 20 , I am now 77 and still sewing. Thank you for bring back memories. I still have my copy and would not part with it. Simplicity published a series of sewing books and I have a few of them.

[@Lisamakes]

That’s amazing, Wanda! I’m sure I will find it useful today, too. I hope I continue sewing throughout my life, like you have. 😘

[@aprilmoore2917]

I have the butterick version - circa late 80's...

[@caroleporteous4007]

Oh my goodness - what a wonderful surprise. Whilst watching your video I spotted the Vogue 2576 pattern which I purchased and made up in 1974. I used the exact same colours as on the right of the cover (pink/wine). It was made for the annual ball and I felt wonderful until - can you believe another lady arrived wearing the exact same dress. Luckily we laughed about it and pretended we were twins, we did look pretty similar. Thank you for evoking a happy memory.

[@Lisamakes]

No way! What a great story. Glad I could bring back some fun memories. :)

[@Catsface99]

Love all the windows in the background. The Lanvin pattern reminds me of Princess Diana. The yellow and green sewing room looks very late 60s early 70s! I love color makes a. room look warm and inviting or happy.

[@loriannpayne4483]

There are so many patterns that I would make out of your vintage finds. Very cool that you found the designer ones you wanted!

[@Lisamakes]

Loriann Payne I was in shock!

[@gatheredetc5699]

So fun to see all of your thrift finds. You were so lucky to find that Issey Miyake pattern. Great to hear the stories and you observations : ). Thanks for mentioning referring your viewer to us, we really appreciate the support! Be well.

[@Lisamakes]

Gathered Etc my pleasure!

[@vivmomsews4962]

Woo hooooo! I think I read reports of a woman cartwheeling with glee out of a thrift store, clutching an Issey pattern!!😂 You definitely have some treasures there and it was much fun to see them - thanks for not going too fast, and for showing us some of the inside of that book. Whoa - time warp!👍😄

[@Lisamakes]

... and I haven’t cartwheeled in a reallllly long time! 😂

[@jacquelineabron4707]

Am so happy to have found your channel. I'm a big fan of vintage. The clothing were more feminine and flattering, in my opinion. I had no idea that I could find vintage patterns. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@Lisamakes]

You’re welcome!

[@kylierigby1953]

Nooooooo! Now you have sparked my fascination for sewing patterns!!! I'll have to add those to my list of search items at the thrift stores. 😄

[@Lisamakes]

Ha ha! You’re welcome. 😉

[@kylierigby1953]

@@Lisamakes I haven't done much pattern sewing in the past. Stick to making bags from thrifted jeans, and a bit of early stage quilting. I also have a fabric fettish.🤔 But needing to de stash my stash, so having a time of no buying the fabric. Started yesterday, lol! Have a few projects allowed, but will see how long I last. Love a bargain. Happy sewing!!

[@physioontheriver7325]

I used to have and maybe still have a Simplicity book like that from the early 70’s that I bought new back then! I seem to remember it has lots of great hints and sewing tips!

[@Lisamakes]

I haven’t had a chance to really read it yet, but I’m sure it does!

[@melissawalker2133]

You are so much fun. I love your enthusiasm.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Melissa!

[@mmw55122]

Wow, great patterns!! Thanks for sharing!

[@BudgetSew]

Wow! I love your pattern haul! ❤

[@romonalewis177]

Loved all the patterns!!

[@alexar.h.5031]

Wow, gorgeous and amazing finds

[@Lisamakes]

Rebecca H. Thanks!

[@lindad.9444]

Nice haul! Thanks so much for sharing. Loved seeing all of these patterns and the book too!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks!

[@pattihusk8181]

Love your pattern haul....you have given me some new ideas about asking at the counter for patterns!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, definitely do!

[@gillmiller5193]

Great patterns - last vet them all.

[@alethialovetosew]

You found lots of gems in the thrift store. The sewing book is a gem and great sewing reference book.

[@violet99car81]

What a fun video! You got some real gems.

[@jenniferclucas5843]

I’ve only recently started seriously learning to sew but I bought my first second hand, vintage patterns this week. I got two girls dress patterns and they cost me £2 each. I really hope I can find some treasures like yours someday!

[@Lisamakes]

So great! Thrifting is a great way to build a sewing library.

[@vanessathomas6362]

I enjoyed this haul! I will never go past a thrift store the same again!😁

[@Lisamakes]

Ha ha! I hope you find some good ones!

[@bellepoupee61]

Fantastic haul! Remembering when I started sewing in the '70!!! My fist job was at a Harrison Fabric Famous, I had so much fun looking at all the new patterns coming in. TFS. Christine

[@Lisamakes]

That would have been a great job!

[@robyn3349]

No way! I am so jealous! I am always impressed by sewers - the vast majority of used sewing patterns I have purchased are complete.

[@Lisamakes]

Rob yN agreed! Almost always!

[@annalamb8135]

Gday Lisa, wow, you got a good pattern haul there. I like a lot of them & there are some I would tweak. Great Simplicity book, I always keep a look out for old sewing books. Funny enough I bought myself today some vintagy patterns & filmed them ready to go up on Sunday. Thank for sharing. XX

[@Lisamakes]

That’s great! Yay vintage. :)

[@Lisamakes]

anna lamb can you remind me of the link to your channel?

[@annalamb8135]

I will pm u on Ig. XX

[@lesliejones9372]

Pretty funny for me - the 2nd pattern you showed of the Vogue skirts I bought when it came out and still have and the last item, the Simplicity sewing book, I bought in 1969 and still have!!!!! Some of the others I have similar version of :) fun trip down memory lane. thanks

[@Lisamakes]

That’s so cool, Leslie! The sewing book was a last minute find, but I’m glad I grabbed it. It seems like a classic.

[@kimworkman2425]

loved the patterns. especially the 70s pantsuit. I never seem to have much luck finding them

[@thegoodlife6061]

I adore vintage garments and started sewing in December 2017 (my cousin is a Dressmaker and she taught me and helps me when I need help on certain sewing techniques) and thus far I have made over 25 vintage garments for myself and I do wear them out. I purchased a medium size clothes basket for $20; contained an 1875 James McCall Ladies Shirt Blouse in my size that was never used and being made in England by my friend who is a Dressmaker teacher, Simplicity 1930's gown, Vogue 1947 vest and vest blouse, McCall's Shirley Temple Doll pattern, Wardrobe of a dress and Cape pattern for a size 12 girls in 1930's, 1928/1929 Girls size 10 dress, 1907 one year old girl dress pattern, 1930's Electra dress pattern, mail order dress pattern 1930's, Chinese sewing basket which was made in 1900-1940, however, I have the genuine Chinese coins worth over $60 (4)from the 1800's and Peking Beijing glass beads and it was lined, 3 ivory flat thimbles, 1906 Austrian Governor inauguration button, Love heart burlap fabric of 3 years, transfer vintage patterns and papers, vintage apron pattern and sewing notions. I was floored and I think it was owned by a little girl due to the Austrian button in 1906 which the little girl was in the 3rd grade and her family was invited to the inauguration which King Edward appointed the new Governor of Australia. Her family may have given her all of the patterns and she just saved them and looked at them; they have not been open and still factory fold which amazes me. I have a Sewing book of 1948 is my oldest; Vogue Sewing 1972 which was never open, Simplicity, Butterick and McCalls sewing book of 1974-1988. I also have reference books on clothing in the 18-20th centuries detailing each garment piece from hats to shoes and accessories. I found sewing patterns also in the thrift stores for 5-58 cents of vintage 1950-1980's of dresses, wrap skirts and slacks. great video

[@Lisamakes]

Oh, my goodness- what an amazing find! Such history and style combined. Do you post your makes anywhere?

[@dbojo1]

All those patterns you found are so amazing!! You are definitely a lucky girl for sure. Can't wait to see all the beautiful things you will be making. Thanks for sharing.

[@Lisamakes]

I am very lucky! I hope to work some of these into my fall sewing plan.

[@cristinam10]

Awesome finds! I never seem to find anything at the thrift stores here in NY, I will keep hunting.

[@Lisamakes]

Let me know if you come upon something good!

[@deevargas469]

Fun video. Interesting how styles always come back again. Those high waisted culottes are completely in style for fall.

[@Lisamakes]

I know, right? I don’t have anything like them.

[@quiltygal6981]

What a great haul. I collect the vintage Kwik Sew patterns, even if I never make them, I love the art work on them and they remind me of when I started sewing :)

[@Lisamakes]

They are really fun just for the art work- and the only two vintage patterns I’ve made have turned out great!

[@elainebridge9059]

Awesome haul! Am now obsessed with what we call charity shops. I love some of those patterns and remember my auntie wearing something similar to the tunic and trousers circa 1971!

[@Lisamakes]

Let me know if you find anything good! 😉

[@kellybodie6022]

I am in Kingston and never thought to go to a thrift shop for patterns. Thanks for the great idea!

[@Lisamakes]

Let me know what you find! I almost went the other day but decided it was too far. :)

[@rhondachamberlain1535]

Wow....now thats a HAUL! What great luck you've had finding these treasures.

[@SewAndCher]

You found a lot of great patterns! My family and I love going to thrift stores. We go thrifting in areas close to us almost every week.

[@Lisamakes]

Sew And Cher it’s such fun. I just picked up Janome serger for $30cdn! My eldest daughter loves it, too.

[@laurajones4088]

What a great pattern haul, Lisa! I think you're going to have lots of fun with these treasures.

[@sewvintagebysunraedoll]

Good HauL, I have that same simplicity book!! It is a great one, lots of technique tutorial on how to finish off your vintage garments😍

[@Lisamakes]

I’m looking forward to diving in!

[@marianaprbr]

I am so in love with the Issey Miyake pattern. I wish I could find stuff like that in Brazil. Your version of it look so good and so effortlessly chic

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Mariana!

[@bigkaffy8495]

Great haul Lisa. Loved the simplicity sewing book. I had a copy of that one as a young girl. It brought back memories.

[@Lisamakes]

Kathryn Jones how cool!!

[@Apairoffluffysocks]

What an awesome haul. Loved so many of them.

[@thehousecatdiary9667]

Wow some great patterns there. I often need reminding that op shops have the bargains❤️🙏

[@threadtherapy251]

Wow!!! It was meant to be! Such great luck!! Great vintage patterns, I love charity shopping ;-)

[@HandmadeByDitsyTulip]

Such great finds, they are fab ☺️

[@valclements7092]

You found some great patterns. My husband comes from Coburg. I will have to check out those places next time we visit. Thanks for sharing. Val🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@Lisamakes]

Val Clements yes! There are a bunch in that area. ;)

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Nice patterns. I have the Simplicity book it was given to me when I was 15 yrs old (about 40 yrs ago ) !

[@Lisamakes]

Amazing!!

[@beckytheobsessedstitcher1170]

Wow what great finds!!! I love thrifting also but have never seen such treasures - I will keep looking... :)

[@Lisamakes]

Obsessed Stitcher There’s always another thrift store... ;)

[@raquelseydewitz203]

Nice pattern haul!

[@myralorraine]

Very nice haul! I was laughing because I have sooooo many patterns and a lot of them are from 1980’s thru today! I have some of the ones you showed like the high waisted skirt! (I guess really does make me “vintage”! LOL!) But the one I don’t have and love is that Simplicity 6613! Gorgeous! Also, you just gave me an idea...stay tuned! Great video Lisa!

[@Lisamakes]

Can’t wait to see what you have up your sleeve, Myra! :)

[@myralorraine]

And Sew On 😉😉😃

[@WeekendsWithG]

Wow those prices are incredible! Maybe I haven’t hit up enough thrift stores here in the greater Vancouver area but I’ve never seen any pattern sections. Years ago I used to get a few finds at yard sales. Nowadays I hunt down vintage on Etsy and they avg 10 to 15/ea with shipping included 😟

[@Lisamakes]

It’s a little hit or miss- Salvation Army sometimes has them!

[@sewlolita8845]

that is amazing, great finds. the 1st one you showed the dress with the curve would be great for a church dance outfit for my mom also I think its called the montana. I need to go search now to see if I can find them hahaha. cant wait to see which ones you sew up. have fun

[@Lisamakes]

The Montana! Good to know. :)

[@sallydingle321]

Hi Lisa, great pattern haul and at such amazing prices 👌. What luck to find that Issey Myake pattern 🍀. I loved that top when you made it....hope you make some more...would love to see it being made if you ever have time 👍. I also loved the McCall's 6335...very stylish looking and I'm sure would look fantastic on you. You have a great eye for recognising how patterns would look in certain fabric and I think thats such a skill in itself. Looking forward to seeing what you make from your fab stash 😊💞😘

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Sally!

[@jandimarco3113]

Great pattern haul. I wouldn’t want to sit down in that button back skirt! It might make an impression if you see what I mean.

[@Lisamakes]

Good point!

[@aprilmoore2917]

Vintage vogue's are so stylish and chic... I've been on a 1940's kick lately.

[@Lisamakes]

They are! I just can’t resist snapping them up!

[@lisafrost6020]

Such a great pattern haul, and to find the Issey Miyake pattern, it was meant for you.

[@quazylade90]

Omg I have the esp wrapskirtpattern I found arpt goodwill. Factory folded.

[@Lisamakes]

Amazing!

[@charliesoutherton4249]

I have a 1969 McCalls sewing book it also has a sewing room as the front cover but rather than yellow and green it’s mainly white with a mannequin lady wearing paisley navy and red boucle fabric A line Peter Pan collared dress

[@Lisamakes]

Very cool!

[@lindabrown7374]

I just got 10 patterns from Salvation Army for only 29 cents each. None of them have ever been used. I have the same sewing book. Bought it when it first came out.

[@Lisamakes]

Nice score!!!

[@astridbeckmann2520]

I made a Bug bargain the other day. A retired taylor sold her old patterns in eBay. After my request sie sehr ne a list of all the patterns in my size. Unnecessary to say, I spend a little money... Until Today I havnt had the time to Post my treasures. Maybe next weekend! Congrats to your findings!

[@Lisamakes]

Oh, wow! That’s amazing!!! I would love to see your haul!

[@spatch1000]

I know it's great to get a pattern that doesn't cost much (and I especially love finding old Vogue Designer Patterns ), but when I buy them at the Salvation Army or local thrift store, I don't mind paying a little more because it helps a good cause.

[@rebeccaturner8340]

If you aren't feeling the swirl on the Lanvin you might consider the same color but a contrast texture maybe? Lol I'm sure I'll have to comment again. Barely even into the haul 😁 You find some great patterns though

[@Lisamakes]

Good point! Or, I thought even more similar colours- less contrast.

[@rebeccaturner8340]

@@Lisamakes That would be really pretty. Maybe a deep navy and purple or black? Cranberry and burgundy? I can't wait to see what you can do with it. Your makes are always beautiful 🙂

[@Lisamakes]

Holly Hawk Sews those are great ideas!

[@conniebuchner4715]

Fun!

[@lilayogaom]

Hi Lisa! Can you link that video of the vogue pattern you mentioned? I’d love to see it!

[@Lisamakes]

You mean the Issey Miyake Pattern?

[@lilayogaom]

And Sew On I think it’s the Lanvin V2576

[@Lisamakes]

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[@lilayogaom]

And Sew On thank you!

[@arlenepiggot3982]

I have the butterick adult pajama pattern have made the culottes pattern years ago 😁

[@Lisamakes]

Arlene Piggot amazing! Did you find they were good to sew?

[@arlenepiggot3982]

@@Lisamakes I found they were relatively easy and a great fit 😁

[@agathemeherio2258]

Didn't the picture on that Simplicity 82something pattern remind you of Charlie's Angels too? The series, of course...

[@Lisamakes]

Totally!

[@clairewright5083]

I love the high waisted culottes! What a fantastic pattern find xx

[@Lisamakes]

Yes! It’s so cool.

[@annescanapico2181]

I am just laughing my butt off watching your video. I am 67 and have about 85% of those patterns you just showed and over the years have made them all. The only one I don’t have is the Issey Miyake ( I LOVE Issey patterns and have collected them since he first started) and the first pattern (long dress). I will keep looking for the Isley pattern bc I’m not going to pay the huge amounts they want on line. Your haul is fab and you are going to really enjoy making them. Some of them I still use. Since I just redesigned my sewing room (purple/coral) I actually went through all my patterns and got rid of quite a few including some Issey patterns. Did you say you sell some of yours, on Etsy?

[@Lisamakes]

Anne Scanapico how cool! I am such a newbie, these are all so exciting for me. I don’t currently sell patterns- but at the rate I’m going, I may start!

[@Heyreneesews]

Is that you on the cover of the book? 🤪

[@Lisamakes]

Ha ha! Yes- I’ve aged extraordinarily well. ;)

[@janetrodgers8473]

Aah Lisa, the green eyed monster has hit me hard...not only have you got my favourite Issey Myake pattern, but so many of your haul have my name on them! Not only did your neighbour loan you the Issey, but you've got one! Everytime I see one online they're from US which means the pattern plus the postage is horrendous, especially since some sellers add more postage than they should. Do they think we can't check US rates to UK and Ireland??? I wish I could visit Canada, sneak in and trace that pattern.... see the monster is laughing at me 😆 .... unfortunately I can't do charity shops for a long time. I've found in UK charity shops are more au fait with oop patterns, they put them on eBay. I just bought a Natalie Bray book, cheaper than Amazon by a few pounds but still expensive....

[@Lisamakes]

What size are you looking for, Janet? I’ll keep and eye out for you. ;)

[@lindabrown7374]

If you are buying on E-Bay, E=Bay charges their sellers a percentage of the shipping costs. Not fair.

[@janetrodgers8473]

@@Lisamakes I wear an 8/10 but unlike you I'm 4'10"! Tonight I was looking, as you do, at Vogue patterns and one of yours was £34. Another, the colour blocked long dress by Lanvin was, if I recall around £60. Inc postage. I did bid on 3 patterns, and bought one of yours which was a fortune with a few sellers, I screenshot any I like then put the no in and got it for £4. I think your advice on checking the pattern against Instagram is just brilliant! The Lanvin dress, I think would be lovely done one colour with another perhaps one or two shades lighter, or in the same colour but different textures, just a thought, as my being small, I feel colour blocking shortens me? You mentioned too the flowy skirt, believe it or not, I still have a few of mine from early 80's and early 90's and I wouldn't get rid of them! In saying that, this is the person who has shoes 47yrs old and less. They keep coming back into fashion, just like the patterns.... now if I still had my 60's/70's stuff which I did until the early 90's.....it broke my heart....🤣 I put that as I'm sure your lovely followers think I'm mad?? (I am) oh, Thank you for that kindness... 're the Issey Myake pattern....

[@janetrodgers8473]

@@lindabrown7374I wasn't aware of that, some of the Vogue patterns from Australia, the same Cities in a few cases, postage ranged from $7 Au dollars to 3 times that amount, which is why I've found it confusing. I'm thinking of putting handbags on eBay so I'm sure I'll get a shock....

[@agathemeherio2258]

No way! So jealous. Again...

[@Lisamakes]

:):):)

[@onemercilessming1342]

Since Vogue (as of this writing) is charging about $30 a pattern, 29 cents is a bargain even if other thrift shops only charge 10 cents or so.

[@Lisamakes]

10 cents! Wow! I’ve never seen that. Maybe in the US...

[@onemercilessming1342]

And Sew On--It depends on where you are in the USA. The thrift shops in more affluent areas charge more; in the areas which are not, ten cents is what I've seen.

[@Lisamakes]

One MercilessMing ah, yes. I’m in Canada, so it’s a bit different. ;)

[@sewvintagebysunraedoll]

They go on sale at the end of the season though, you can pick up than🤗