Sylvie Facon is a French designer whose creations are like no other. Combining her talent in painting, embroidery, and textile design, the artist has developed a unique style that is characterized by lace, guipure, tulle, and muslin. Her dresses are true works of art, with each one telling a story through a combination of textile patterns, draped effects, embroidery stitches, touches of paint, and shards of pearls. Inspired by nature, vegetation, and flowers, as well as Pre-Raphaelite painting and the dreamlike universe of tales, Facon's designs are imbued with a sense of poetry that is both enchanting and captivating.
Free vintage dress patterns for women. Styles from the 1940's, 1950's, and 1960's.
Sylvie Facon is a French designer whose creations are like no other. Combining her talent in painting, embroidery, and textile design, the artist has developed a unique style that is characterized by lace, guipure, tulle, and muslin. Her dresses are true works of art, with each one telling a story through a combination of textile patterns, draped effects, embroidery stitches, touches of paint, and shards of pearls. Inspired by nature, vegetation, and flowers, as well as Pre-Raphaelite painting and the dreamlike universe of tales, Facon's designs are imbued with a sense of poetry that is both enchanting and captivating.
A fantasy bridal dress from the 1920s reimagines centuries-old styles for its trip to the altar. Working with silk charmeuse and tulle, the designer created an ethereal ensemble complete with…
The Margot 1950's Jumper Dress and Blouse is an authentic 1950's new look dress that's easy to make. Comes with a digital copy of the original illustrated instructions, in sizes XXS to 3XL. Here are some details about our product: In Sizes: XXS (size 11 on packet) to 3XL (size 18 on packet) Pattern Features: - Turtle neck collar - Three-quarter-length kimono sleeves - Deep V-shaped front neckline - Four-gored skirt - Huge patch Pockets File Details - Layered PDF for printing specific sizes - Comes in A0, A4 and US Letter pdf files Recommended Fabric: Blouse: Lengthwise striped cotton, rayon, silk, crosswise striped jersey, Dress: Cotton, faille, Quilted or plain cotton, rayon, taffeta, wool Sewing notions: - 10" invisible Dress zipper - Thread - Bias binding (optional) - 12" side zipper - Belt - Buckle (optional) - Shoulder pads (optional)
Even though we've already seen dresses lowered into the Dead Sea, these gowns surprised the wardrobe out of us. French creator Sylvie Facon sews dresses with such beautiful fabrics and attention to detail, they would steal any catwalk.
Inspired by the 60’s, Patchwork resurfaces into the world of Fashion and Feminity. As per Dior’s Instagram post, “Patchwork, by its nature is a technique overflowing with memory and association. […]
The fascinating story of how Rose Bertin, a Parisienne fashion merchant was promoted to Minister of Fashion for Queen Marie Antoinette at Versailles. Her coveted dress designs travelled across Europe on tiny Pandora dolls. These fashion miniatures have reappeared over time, just after WWII in the e
Downloadable PDF sewing Pattern for a bow patchwork dress available in sizes 6 to 24
For as long as women have been sewing, they've been using embroidery to tell their own stories—often in societies that refuse to hear them otherwise.
Window displays are an integral part of the charity shop experience. in hand with the visual merchandising inside the shop they are what define a shops character. In a time when charity shops are e…
I’ve been a bit slow about publishing recently, and there’s a good reason for that! This project has been taking up my whole life! I think it was worth it, though. This project is the c…
The complete Schiaparelli Fall 2015 Couture fashion show now on Vogue Runway.
My nearest fashion museum is sadly very little-known and at risk of closure, which is really tragic considering it has one of the largest displays of fashion
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It's All In The Details We can make a million basic t-shirts, and in the end, that's all they will be. Utilitarian, but with no spark, unless a detail is added. Every garment would be just a basic garment if it weren't for that special little detail that catches the eye. Spider web stitching and artfully placed cut outs add interest to a basic black dress. This is an antique garment that I just had to include as I thought it was just so beautiful. I love the frayed seams and the patchwork detail on this jacket. This technique can be found in the book Pattern Magic 2 by Tomoko Nakamichi along with many other fabulous detail ideas. A lovely idea, but be careful. Notice the gap in the cut of the neckline. If the tab is not positioned correctly, the neckline will not not lay flat. Another fun cut out idea for the back of a shirt. Bias strips with peek a boo openings. Neither of these pockets are especially practical, but interesting nonetheless. At first glance you might think this is Alabama Chanin, but no. The embroidery is satin stitched and there's a separate under layer. Just a hint of this on a shoulder of would lovely. A very basic top made interesting with the addition of a chiffon inset, button loops and buttons. A basic raglan sleeved top accented with zippers. It looks as though the zipper goes from the front to the back. Since this is from St, Laurent, I would imagine that the top is cashmere, so not so basic ;) The back of a basic jacket given a special touch with the smocking detail. It wouldn't need to be this detailed, just a touch would be nice. I would not put this on a pair of shorts, but I love the idea of a leather overlay on a skirt. There would be no room for weight gain!!! I have no idea how this was done, but I love it. It must be a photo transfer of some sort. If anyone knows, please tell me!!! I would love to do this. Another accented edge from a vintage Chanel coat. Lovely. Isn't this fun! Car wash strips over an ultra feminine full skirt. Might be fun to have a solid front and this detail only in the back. I would be remiss to not include a piece from Alabama Chanin. This piece caught my eye as I love the mix. The skirt is relatively simple to do. Gathered strips that are beaded down the center. The detail on the skirt is the same as what I did on my French jacket. Another detail from my closet. The jacket is in desperate need of a good steaming, please forgive me. The jacket pattern was cut into sections and each section piped. The sections were then stitched back together and accented with beads. I plan to wear this soon, so it will be in an upcoming Me Made Monday post with more pictures. Hope this gives you a little detail inspiration. Have a lovely week! Rhonda
It's fun and easy to make art out of paint chips or swatches! For a recent Home Show, I made a paint mannequin from a dress form and several paint decks!
For Ruby Silvious, the humble tea bag provides the basis for pieces that are inspired by her family history and an interest in fashion.
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Sylvie Facon is a French designer whose creations are like no other. Combining her talent in painting, embroidery, and textile design, the artist has developed a unique style that is characterized by lace, guipure, tulle, and muslin. Her dresses are true works of art, with each one telling a story through a combination of textile patterns, draped effects, embroidery stitches, touches of paint, and shards of pearls. Inspired by nature, vegetation, and flowers, as well as Pre-Raphaelite painting and the dreamlike universe of tales, Facon's designs are imbued with a sense of poetry that is both enchanting and captivating.
raw selvage edge at waist, cotton tape ties.
This picturesque wedding at San Jose El Viejo is no photo shoot: it only looks that way because the bride and groom are both wedding photographers, and SMP junkies! Don't worry, they didn't attempt to...
The "Museu de Arte Antiga" or Museum of Ancient Art in Lisbon was amazing. Truly ancient pieces of art and craft are mixed in with a pops of modernity, like the John Paul Gaultier denim feather dress.
The complete Sophia Kokosalaki Spring 2007 Ready-to-Wear fashion show now on Vogue Runway.
