In Repurposing & Decorating With Vintage Linens, there are many ways to create something beautiful and useful with your found or made linens.
Style 768; ca. 1950s; Nightdress. This delightfully feminine nightdress with its lace trimming has a choice of short or long sleeves and may be trimmed with frill at lower edge. [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]
More than 25 cute things to make with Vintage Linens including vintage sheets and handkerchiefs. Ideas for Sewing with Vintage Sheets.
Leach-Way 14019; ca. 1957; Overall. [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]
If you have a collection of Vintage Linens you will love this roundup of 15 Cute Ways to Repurpose and Upcycle Vintage Linens. (#9 is my favorite!)
Vogue 8497; ©1954; Two Piece Dress. Surplice blouse front ties at left underarm and may be made with or without narrow shawl collar. Three quarter length push-up sleeves and short length. Skirt has inverted pleat at each side front and at centre back. [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]
This top would have been my contribution to The Refashioners 2020 which has unfortunately but understandably been cancelled this year. I had already completed my project and wanted to share it with you all as (despite not being the most dramatic refashion ever) it really pushed me outside my sewing comfort zone and I'm hoping it might inspire some of you to give it a try too! Portia's yearly refashioning challenge started back in 2011 and carries an important message, encouraging sewers to look at fabric and clothing in a new light. I try to make careful choices when it comes to the fabric I use and how it has been produced. Despite turning away from fast fashion and making my own clothes I am aware that my fabric consumption has its own impact on the environment. One of the best ways to care for our planet and sew sustainably is to reuse and repurpose textiles which already exist. The theme for this year's challenge was planned to be 'use what you have' which felt a little more accessible to me as a newbie refashioner as you can use household items with large flat surface areas of fabric like bedding, curtains and tableware. I was still really daunted by this challenge. I've always thought I that the transformation challenge on The Great British Sewing Bee would be my downfall. When I cook I'm not the kind of cook who throws things in to a pan on instinct...I like a recipe! My creative brain just does not seem to think in that way. So I eased in to my first refashion by using a tablecloth. Despite being a flat piece of fabric I really tried my best to make the most of what the table cloth gave me; right down to using one of the loops of edge stitching as the loop for my button at the centre back neckline. In the spirit of 'use what you have' the covered button I had stashed away, salvaged from an old RTW top. When I moved to Dorking last summer I had a huge sort out and only brought with me things I thought I really needed so I didn't have any spare textiles asking to be refashioned. Instead I turned to eBay as my source of unwanted textiles. I've long been a fan and follower of the work of embroidery artists on Instagram like Tessa Perlow who embroiders on to existing garments to transform them into unique worn works of art. However, I've never been able to find the time or patience to do this kind of work myself. This project is sort of a cheats way of achieving a hand embroidered top, by using an already embroidered textile! I chose this tablecloth because I fell in love with the embroidery. I haven't found a single flaw in the beautiful symmetrical handwork. I felt kind of awful cutting in to it but focused on the fact that all that work is being appreciated and given another life. I loved the colours of it and that it was quite big and bold, plus the embroidered green border added another element to play with. But what really sold it to me was how the embroidery was arranged in clear quarter and semi-circular sections. I enjoyed figuring out how to place those to their best advantage on the top and use as much of the embroidery as possible. I'm really pleased with how it turned out. I think my favourite part is the back with those big arcs of floral embroidery meeting in the middle. I made the refashioning project feel a little more manageable to me by starting with a pattern rather than diving straight in to draping or cutting something from scratch. Baby steps! However, I did fully flex my pattern hacking muscles to make the design of the top much closer to my inspiration. Pinterest is still one of my favourite ways to collect inspiration for my sewing projects and over the last year or so I've pinned numerous boxy little tops with interesting details and style lines. The simplicity of the example below really grabbed me. I considered using the free tank tutorial from Fabrics-Store.com (they have a tonne of great resources, patterns and tutorials on their website FYI) but ultimately decided I did want a bit of shaping in the bust. I was torn between the Afternoon Lyra Tank and the Ashton Top from Helen's Closet. I ended up plumping for the Ashton because it seemed to have a lot of mileage in it with options for an all in one facing or bias faced neckline and all sorts of hacks popping up online. When I'm splashing out on a pattern I like to think I'm going to use it multiple times. I'm really pleased with my choice as I think the shaping and fit is great but I'll discuss the pattern more in depth in a future post as I have another hacked version of it to share with you! For reference I cut the size 6 B cup. To start with I extended the length of the shoulder seam a little to match the squarer shape of the inspiration garment. Then I drew a line straight down from the outer edge of the shoulder to the hem on both the front and back pattern pieces. I cut down these lines and attached the pieces I'd cut off the front and back together to create my new side panel pattern piece (after folding the bust dart out of the front piece and remembering to add seam allowances where necessary). I straightened off the top edge of the side panel and shortened it by 3" to create the stepped hem. I found this to be about as much as you would want to remove before you start seeing flesh above the waistband of a high waisted pair of trousers or skirt. The final thing I needed to do was to cut a strip of linen to fill in the centre back which I wanted to cut two separate panels for to make the most of the beautiful embroidered detail along the edges of the table cloth. I hemmed the top and bottom of this little infill, overlocked the long raw edges then topstitched it in place between the panels 3" up from the hem again. The infill finishes about 5" down from the neckline creating a sort of keyhole opening which fastens with a button at the nape. I'm really enjoying the combination of the modern cut of the top constructed with the more traditional embroidery. The weighty beautiful vintage linen turned out perfect for this style of top as it holds the structure nicely. I did have some scraps of white linen left over from my Wrap Top to use for the centre back and side panels but I actually only used it for the bias facing in the end. I'm so proud of myself for embracing this creative challenge and can't thank Portia enough for encouraging me to try something a little different. It has really pushed my creativity and construction knowledge and proved that I can do more than I think with my sewing. I'll definitely be looking at textiles differently in future and will make an effort to incorporate more refashioning into my sewing practice. I even feel like I might have the confidence to move on to something a little more challenging next time!
I love vintage linens. I have an obsession with them I think. These are just a few I've collected over the years. Once upon a time they would sit neatly inside this plastic tub, but now they spill over and find themselves stored in all sorts of hidden nooks and crannies... I enjoy finding uses for them. Some have been been revived in baby quilts made for friends. Both the blue and the yellow quilts below were made in 2008 so I only have a few photos and they're not the best - however you can see the use of vintage linens among the patchwork, applique and embroidery.... The quilt below is one I made last year but it's been hidden away by Blossom for 'one day'. She's not letting me give it away to anyone but her... It's quite nourishing and comforting to the soul when using aged linens by unknown hands to create something new - to know that their handwork is once again 'on display'. It carries forward a gentle promotion of their skills, often times with appreciation and awe! A few years back I shared THIS tutorial for making little journal covers and soap sachets from embroidered linens. They are so easy and perfect for gift giving at this time of the year... As I gently folded a small pile of white doilies the other day I thought how lovely it would be to use one as the background for a new design which will feature in December's Stitchery Club set. Isn't it sweet with the blue floral 30's fabric? The new design has been traced onto the centre of my pretty doily, and the threads are waiting for me to bring this project to life. A stitchy theme seemed 'just right'... I thought you may like some more ideas for using vintage linens? Here are some that made my jaw drop they are so beautiful! From TODOLWEN... Found on Pinterest... From A Heart in Provence... Found on Pinterest... Is it time you made a cup of tea and sat with your vintage linens for inspiration? 2022 UPDATE - need more ideas? Have a look at these projects I've made! Vintage style needle-book HERE (with tutorial) A second version with crochet edging! Check it out HERE What about using vintage embroidery linens (especially if they have some damage) for the centre of patchwork blocks? Have a look HERE at how I used vintage embroidery pieces to create a table runner. Need even more ideas for using Vintage Linens? Have a scroll through THIS more recent blog post of mine! Bless you heaps, Visit my Etsy pattern shop HERE for a wide variety of hand embroidery patterns, all available as instant downloads! Don't miss out on any Elefantz news or free patterns. Subscribe to my blog posts HERE and receive them direct to your email inbox. Or sign up HERE for my free newsletter which often has extra benefits, freebies & tutorials! 2023 update - join me this year to stitch my new FREE block of the month! You'll find all the info, plus the first few blocks already shared HERE
More than 25 cute things to make with Vintage Linens including vintage sheets and handkerchiefs. Ideas for Sewing with Vintage Sheets.
Vintage European linen grain sack www.textiletrunk.com
I have been selling vintage trim in my online shop for about five years now. I often wonder what creative projects people use the trim for. So I decide to put together a list of inspiration and ideas for utilising trim, ribbon, fabric strips and other haberdashery items. Some designs come directly from customer emails and the appreciation photos they send me. Some are my own sewing projects and the rest I have found via my travels around the web. I also have a vintage trim projects and inspiration board over on Pinterest. There you will find even more ideas to get your creative thoughts flowing… 1) Bookmark for a journal, diary or sketchbook I put together this tutorial on my blog a few months ago for a handmade bookmark or strap to use on your journal/notebook. This book strap is pretty to look at, simple to create and useful. The perfect way to personalise your books, journal or a sketchbook. I’ve used a piece of my vintage woven fabric trim in mustard yellow and sage green to make the bookmark in this photo 2) Embellish skirts and aprons You could try adding vintage trim to skirts, tunics, patch pockets and aprons to name but a few. There are lots of examples out there, but I love this beautiful girl’s skirt via Hanna Purzel’s blog. You can also see more of her sewing projects over on Pinterest. 3) Embroidery Hoop Wall Art I love embroidery hoop art. I know the trend has been running for quite a while now, but it doesn’t seem to be falling out of favour just yet. The great thing there is no limit to what you can add to an embroidery hoop. So grab some ric rac, ribbon, vintage trim, buttons and get to work with various embroidery stitches to create your own piece of unique textile art. This hoop from Little Bit Funkygives you a taste of what can be achieved. I also love the hoop made with vintage fabric from Henhouse Homemade’s blog. Again, a mixture of fabric, vintage linens and trim would make a great patchwork hoop. I’ve also spotted a book entitled “Hoop-La! 100 Things to do with Embroidery Hoops”. It’s high on my wish-list for books I’d like to own. Take a look at the Youtube video advertising the book to get a taste of what’s inside and to inspire you further. 4) Vintage trim belts Using trim on a handmade belt is a great way to add a retro twist to your outfit. Perfect for adults and children. Take a look at this tutorial from Sew Very for reversible trim fabric belts. This idea is definitely on my to-do list… 5) Dog collars and leads In a similar vein to belts, narrower trim can also be used to make DIY Dog collars and leads. Again there are lots of tutorials out there, here are a few of my favorites: Think Crafts, Totally Stitchin and Dog Paw Print. 6) Upcycled painted key necklaces or decoration. This is another favourite of mine. Love the idea of combining old keys and vintage trim or ribbons to make an interesting display in your home. I would probably create quite a few to hang from hooks on a piece of driftwood. You could mix any combination of trim and key colours or you could stick to a certain theme to fit in with your home’s colour scheme. Take a look at Maize Hutton’s blog for further ideas. Alternatively you can wear the keys as an interesting piece of upcycled jewellery. Take a look at Jessica in Your Ear’s blog post for more inspiration. Again the combinations of trim and key colour are endless. 7) Adding detail to a bandana A simple way to add extra detail to a bandana or headscarf is to stitch some vintage trim or ribbon around the seam. I made this bandana for my daughter and added the trim to make a tie. There are lots of bandana tutorials out there, such as this one from Straight Grain and then adapt it with trim or ribbon of your own choice. Great for small children, bandanas tend to stay on a bit better than traditional sun hats. Also perfect for adults to give your outfit a folksy, festival vibe. 8) Crazy Quilts I don’t really claim to be much of an expert on quilting. But apparently there is such a thing as Crazy Quilts and quite frankly I love them. This is a definition taken from crazy quilts on wikipedia.org: “Crazy quilts differ from "regular" quilts in other ways as well. Because the careful geometric design of a quilt block is much less important in crazy quilts, the quilters are able to employ much smaller and more irregularly shaped pieces of fabric. In comparison to standard quilts, crazy quilts are far more likely to use exotic pieces of fabric, such as velvet, satin, tulle, or silk, and embellishments such as buttons, lace, ribbons, beads, or embroidery. Crazy quilting as a textile art is extremely creative and free-flowing by nature…” Some of my favourite examples come from Debra Dorgan, the creative mind behind All Things Pretty. I love the way she combines fabric and trim to create a riot of colour and texture. There are some beautiful examples over on Allie’s In Stitches blog. You can also visit indulgy.com to see a beautiful photo of a selection of stitches used in Crazy Quilting. 9) Add vintage detail to a cylinder lampshade I have found through customer emails that one of the most popular uses for vintage trim is to use it to add retro detail to a lampshade. Take a look at this tutorial from Beach Vintage. It shows you a step-by-step guide to recovering a cylinder lampshade with fabric and trim. Just looking at it makes me want to grab a glue-gun and make a heap of lampshades for my home. 10) Create a naked or skeleton lampshade Another take on the lampshade idea is to create a skeleton or naked shade. Quirky and unique, you can combine just about any fabric or ribbon for this project. The sky is the limit. There are some great examples out there, many use fabric scraps, but you could make one with a combination of fabric and trim. Pursewna Pursewna creates a different twist on the naked lampshade by tying the fabric across the frame rather than wrapping it. Her original inspiration came from The Pleated Poppy. It’s worth taking a look at both blogs to get more ideas. The naked lampshades featured here are clockwise from top left: Dottie Angel; The Pleated Poppy; lystadsvingen.blogspot.com; Pursewna Pursewna 11) Ribbon hoop mobile decoration or garland I’ve seen a few of these over the past few months and I think they would look great with a mixture of ribbon, fabric and vintage trim. You can either make a mobile version using a hoop to hang from the ceiling. If you take a look at my vintage trim Pinterest board you can see people make many versions of hoops and wall hangings for children’s rooms, parties, weddings and the classroom. I think they are pretty, tactile and colourful. This is another project high on my to-do list. Take a look at this tutorial for a hoop mobile over on Shannon Berry’s blog. There are lots of wedding decoration ideas out there, try Brit + Co and A Low Country Wedding to see some pretty examples using ribbon, trim and fabric strips. Another twist on the hoop idea is to create a garland. There is a great tutorial over on The Scrap Shoppe blog using fabric strips. I think it would be interesting to add trim and ribbon into the mix. This is a lovely no-sew project, so could easily get children involved with making one. 12) Fairy Lights I first saw fairy light like this on a stall at Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair in Bristol a few months ago. I was peering at the lights and realised they were made with covered plastic shot glasses with fairy lights threaded through. There are oodles of tutorials out there. The top two photos in the image below are from Ruususuu and use paper cups. There are more ideas over on itsamakkie.blogspot.co.uk and rebeccasdiy.blogspot.co.uk. You can combine vintage fabric on the shades and then add trim or ricrac along the edges. Again the combinations are endless and they look amazing hanging from a fireplace or bookshelf. 13) Christmas Stockings A friend of mine gave me a lovely collection of vintage trims a couple of years ago. I had been waiting for inspiration to come to me and I hit on the idea of making felt Christmas stockings with trim detailing. They are simple, but effective and the trim is so festive. I'm really pleased with the way they've turned out. 14) Fabric, yarn and ribbon wreaths Yarn wreaths have become incredibly popular recently. Alongside yarn, wreaths can be made with vintage fabrics, ribbon and trims. Katie Runnels, the creative mind behind The Constant Gatherer makes some of the best examples I’ve seen. There are heaps of wreath tutorials out there. I’m particularly in love with this vintage fabric sheet version from In Colour Order. It would be nice to add some vintage trim or ribbon into the mix to add extra retro detail. 15) Embellish a bag or purse I’m a big fan of bags, especially totes. So a tote combined with vintage trim ticks lots of boxes for me. It’s no wonder I fell in love with this bag featured on the Lola Nova blog. Grab the Carryall Bag pattern from Fabenmix and add your own modification and embellishments. Another lovely example is this purse from Karen Meyers made from a repurposed wool jumper with vintage trim detailing. It is featured on the Grains of Earth blog post – 18 ways to upcycle old sweaters. Follow Pouch's board vintage trim projects & inspiration on Pinterest. I hope you have enjoyed my list of creative ideas and uses for using trims, ribbons, fabric scraps and haberdashery gubbins. Please head on over to my Pinterest board for further inspiration. The projects included in this blog post are for personal crafting use. Please do not employ for commercial use unless the specific tutorial gives permission for this. I have made a great deal of effort to credit all the designs featured here. If you share this post, please take the time to credit their hard work. Thank you & happy crafting! I'm linking up with The List over on youbabymemummy.com
Princess line tea dress from the 1930s, with a clever bodice that incorporates the sleeves. With added pockets and a collar (that can both be omitted) and tie belts. You can also add ruffles to the collar and pockets. The pattern has been re-drafted in it's original size which is Vintage 14 - 32 Bust 37 Hip There are no fabric suggestions but, Cotton , Crepe, Linen, Viscose or Rayon would work well. The pattern comes with instructions and a helpful sewing guide. Digital reproduction pattern - Copyright My Vintage Wish 2015. All rights reserved.
Simplicity 2374; ©1957; Slenderette - Misses' and Women's Two-Piece Suit: Both views of this smart costume feature jacket with notched collar; set-in sleeves; 2-button front closing; slit openings at lower edges of side seams; top-stitching; self or purchased belt. Slim skirt has pleats at lower edges of side back seams. V. 1 jacket has long sleeves; V. 2 has 3/4 sleeves. VintageAnderburg Bust 36" [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences
McCall's 4528; ©1958; Misses' Dress. Sexy or Modesty Back [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!] katear
Advance 3106; ca. 1942; Unprinted Pattern. One Pattern Piece Slip. Your Pattern Shop [insert your photos of this pattern made up] [insert your username, and make sure your preferences allow for people to contact you via e-mail. Do not list your email address here!]
Upcycle vintage linens with these 27 project ideas. These crafts from recycled vintage linens are for every skill level and will make a unique, thoughtful and one-of-a-kind gift.
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This top would have been my contribution to The Refashioners 2020 which has unfortunately but understandably been cancelled this year. I had already completed my project and wanted to share it with you all as (despite not being the most dramatic refashion ever) it really pushed me outside my sewing comfort zone and I'm hoping it might inspire some of you to give it a try too! Portia's yearly refashioning challenge started back in 2011 and carries an important message, encouraging sewers to look at fabric and clothing in a new light. I try to make careful choices when it comes to the fabric I use and how it has been produced. Despite turning away from fast fashion and making my own clothes I am aware that my fabric consumption has its own impact on the environment. One of the best ways to care for our planet and sew sustainably is to reuse and repurpose textiles which already exist. The theme for this year's challenge was planned to be 'use what you have' which felt a little more accessible to me as a newbie refashioner as you can use household items with large flat surface areas of fabric like bedding, curtains and tableware. I was still really daunted by this challenge. I've always thought I that the transformation challenge on The Great British Sewing Bee would be my downfall. When I cook I'm not the kind of cook who throws things in to a pan on instinct...I like a recipe! My creative brain just does not seem to think in that way. So I eased in to my first refashion by using a tablecloth. Despite being a flat piece of fabric I really tried my best to make the most of what the table cloth gave me; right down to using one of the loops of edge stitching as the loop for my button at the centre back neckline. In the spirit of 'use what you have' the covered button I had stashed away, salvaged from an old RTW top. When I moved to Dorking last summer I had a huge sort out and only brought with me things I thought I really needed so I didn't have any spare textiles asking to be refashioned. Instead I turned to eBay as my source of unwanted textiles. I've long been a fan and follower of the work of embroidery artists on Instagram like Tessa Perlow who embroiders on to existing garments to transform them into unique worn works of art. However, I've never been able to find the time or patience to do this kind of work myself. This project is sort of a cheats way of achieving a hand embroidered top, by using an already embroidered textile! I chose this tablecloth because I fell in love with the embroidery. I haven't found a single flaw in the beautiful symmetrical handwork. I felt kind of awful cutting in to it but focused on the fact that all that work is being appreciated and given another life. I loved the colours of it and that it was quite big and bold, plus the embroidered green border added another element to play with. But what really sold it to me was how the embroidery was arranged in clear quarter and semi-circular sections. I enjoyed figuring out how to place those to their best advantage on the top and use as much of the embroidery as possible. I'm really pleased with how it turned out. I think my favourite part is the back with those big arcs of floral embroidery meeting in the middle. I made the refashioning project feel a little more manageable to me by starting with a pattern rather than diving straight in to draping or cutting something from scratch. Baby steps! However, I did fully flex my pattern hacking muscles to make the design of the top much closer to my inspiration. Pinterest is still one of my favourite ways to collect inspiration for my sewing projects and over the last year or so I've pinned numerous boxy little tops with interesting details and style lines. The simplicity of the example below really grabbed me. I considered using the free tank tutorial from Fabrics-Store.com (they have a tonne of great resources, patterns and tutorials on their website FYI) but ultimately decided I did want a bit of shaping in the bust. I was torn between the Afternoon Lyra Tank and the Ashton Top from Helen's Closet. I ended up plumping for the Ashton because it seemed to have a lot of mileage in it with options for an all in one facing or bias faced neckline and all sorts of hacks popping up online. When I'm splashing out on a pattern I like to think I'm going to use it multiple times. I'm really pleased with my choice as I think the shaping and fit is great but I'll discuss the pattern more in depth in a future post as I have another hacked version of it to share with you! For reference I cut the size 6 B cup. To start with I extended the length of the shoulder seam a little to match the squarer shape of the inspiration garment. Then I drew a line straight down from the outer edge of the shoulder to the hem on both the front and back pattern pieces. I cut down these lines and attached the pieces I'd cut off the front and back together to create my new side panel pattern piece (after folding the bust dart out of the front piece and remembering to add seam allowances where necessary). I straightened off the top edge of the side panel and shortened it by 3" to create the stepped hem. I found this to be about as much as you would want to remove before you start seeing flesh above the waistband of a high waisted pair of trousers or skirt. The final thing I needed to do was to cut a strip of linen to fill in the centre back which I wanted to cut two separate panels for to make the most of the beautiful embroidered detail along the edges of the table cloth. I hemmed the top and bottom of this little infill, overlocked the long raw edges then topstitched it in place between the panels 3" up from the hem again. The infill finishes about 5" down from the neckline creating a sort of keyhole opening which fastens with a button at the nape. I'm really enjoying the combination of the modern cut of the top constructed with the more traditional embroidery. The weighty beautiful vintage linen turned out perfect for this style of top as it holds the structure nicely. I did have some scraps of white linen left over from my Wrap Top to use for the centre back and side panels but I actually only used it for the bias facing in the end. I'm so proud of myself for embracing this creative challenge and can't thank Portia enough for encouraging me to try something a little different. It has really pushed my creativity and construction knowledge and proved that I can do more than I think with my sewing. I'll definitely be looking at textiles differently in future and will make an effort to incorporate more refashioning into my sewing practice. I even feel like I might have the confidence to move on to something a little more challenging next time!
Make Your Place Preciously With Modern Vintage Multi-color Granite Marble Pattern Washed Linen Cotton Curtain Raw Natural Beige Background Drapery Panel for Living Room and Bedroom. Beautiful patterned curtain made from Washing Linen and Cotton. Enhance the look of your room decor by dressing your windows in this fabric and design. Colorful curtains for bedrooms filled with fun. The Title "VINTAGE" refers to a vintage look, which means that vintage mood patterns stand out and give a natural and comfortable feeling as if you are in a cabin or farmhouse. Curtains are made-to-order with NEW FABRICS. * Background Color Choices : Dark Shade Beige (Light Grey Toned Dark Shade Beige / Vintage Look) The picture taken in front of the window is curtains with blackout linings. Curtain color is darker shade beige than photo. * Pattern Color : Multi-color * Heading Options : Flat Panels with Pin Hooks, Rod Pocket with No Header Sleeve, Grommet, Hidden Tabs (Back Tabs), Pinch Pleats, Pencil Pleats with Pin Hooks (Multi-way) If choose pleated headers (Pencil Pleats, Pinch Pleats), finished width is 1/2 of standard width 53 inches. We recommend that you add panels more for fullness. * The color of the fabric (CURRENT Dye LOT) may change slightly when dyeing from time to time, so it may be a little different from the previous order. It is recommended to order curtains for each room at once. * If you order one panel separately each now and later, not one pair, the LOT number of the fabric is different, so the elasticity and conditions of the fabric are different, so even if we make the same size with handmade process, it might be not 100% the same finished. Therefore, we recommend that you purchase all quantity of curtains for a space at the same time. * For a fuller look, increase the curtain width For your information, it is better to have 1.5 to 2 times as wide as your rod pole or track length, and it looks fuller rich when you close the curtain. We recommend that you add width (more panels) for fullness. The overall length is ideally twice (horizontal) the length of the rod pole or track. * Curtain is unlined single layer, you can order adding lining extra. Linings are optional, please order curtains and linings separately. There is no additional charge for Joining outer fabrics and inner linings. it is our customer service. If you order lining fabrics, we sew without any cost for custom-made charges or seamstress. ** If you select all options, the final price will be displayed. The price varies depending on the length, header type and adding linings or not. Size not included in the option can be customized. Price range is shown from lowest to highest You can add lining or choose a curtain without lining. We offer many options for customers' shopping convenience. If many options make it difficult to choose, we will also create your private listing. *** If you need to place a custom order, it is recommended that you receive sufficient consultation before placing an order. Please understand that if you order curtains without sufficient consultation, the order will be delayed because you and we have to confirm the order request correctly. * Curtains are unlined, you can order adding lining extra. If you have complicated to select lining options in this listing, please add the link below to the basket. - Curtains flow and drape beautifully regardless of lining, but if you value on functionality, it is recommended that you choose lining. - Curtains with lining are more luxurious and drape excellent. * If we sew the lining to the curtain, the width size may decrease due to seam allowance. (Finished width Approx. 51~53") * If you want a complete room darkening effect and Insulating against cold, select a Blackout Liner to the drapery. If you want to just filter some light out then go with the Regular Liner (Privacy). The lining is always sewn directly to the drapery. We do recommend avoiding Unlined though in order to protect the fabric from too much sun damage over time. To add lining please click the link. 1. Blackout lining (Off White / Thermal) Link https://www.etsy.com/listing/972905641/adding-1-pair-of-blackout-lining-to?ref=shop_home_active_20&pro=1&frs=1 2. Regular lining (Privacy, Non-Blackout / 3 types) Link https://www.etsy.com/listing/1076526886/adding-1-pair-of-regular-lining-no?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 * Curtain sold as a single panel or a pair. * 1P means one panel, 2P mean two panels. * Fabric content : 50 % Linen, 50% Cotton * Bio Washed Fabric * Care : Dry Cleaning is recommended. It's a management method that you can use for a long time so that it doesn't strain the fabric. * Pencil pleats with pin hook header is available in three header types: pencil pleats, soft tops with pin hooks, and rod pocket. * Rod pocket Size : Approx. 3.9"(10 cm) pocket opening. * Grommets Size : Approx. Diameter. 40 mm * Grommets available in 4 colorways. * Regular Grommets Color is Silver Nickel. Regarding Pencil pleats with pin hooks, it is flat in front and look like pin hooks header when you don't pull the strings. Curtains are provided un-pulled for you to gather to the required width. If you pull the string to make pleats, it will be smaller than the standard size, which means it will be half wide, so you need to add more panels. We recommend that you add width for fullness. Popular header types are rod pocket and pin hooks. Grommets would be easy to slide open. * Drapery Hooks are preinstalled for your convenience (rings are not included) * If you select all options, the final price will be displayed. * Curtains are unlined, you can order adding lining extra. - Curtain fabric is not thick. That itself is a beautiful and natural curtain. - These curtains do allow some light to through as general fabric curtains do. - Unlined curtain flows as lightly, drapes beautifully. - The curtains with lining are more luxurious and drape excellent. - The curtains flow and drape beautifully regardless of lining, but if you value on functionality, it is recommended that you choose lining. * Blackout Lining / Color : Off White / Thermal Lining Fabric (Polyester) - Thicker and more functional is blackout lining (Coated Blackout Thermal Material). * Regular Lining (Privacy, Non-Blackout) / 3 types 1) Sateen / Color : White (Shiny) The reason for using Sateen (polyester and cotton blend) fabric is that it has good drape and is functional and not too heavy that goes well with any drape flows of fabric curtain. 2) Cotton / Color : White 100% Cotton lining adds a weight to the drapery and makes it fall better. it is heavy than sateen fabric and adds volume to the curtain. 3) Linen Cotton / Color : Ivory Linen cotton lining is natural and luxurious with the same fabric content and thread count as most of our outer curtains. It would be added more luxurious and drape excellent. so we would recommend cotton linen blend lining. - The reason that lining is usually slightly shorter is to prevent the lining from being visible underneath the curtains. If lining length is long as outer curtain, it would result in a messy and untidy look. - Colored lining can affect the color on the front of the curtain, so we use only white or off-white textile for lining. * Linings are optional, please order curtains and linings separately. * There is no additional charge for Joining outer fabrics and inner linings. it is our customer service. If you order lining fabrics, we sew without any cost for custom-made charges or seamstress. * Lining option is at the bottom of drop-down list. The detailed lining description is provided in the product listing as below. ***** Please do not leave "personalisation : add lining", when placing order only curtains. This is not a custom order. ***** The processing schedule will be delayed due to check the order confirmation with the customer. In order to proceed 1 pair of lined curtains, 2 lining panels need to be sewn into the 2 curtains. Therefore, it is the same as making a total of 4 curtains. It means that the amount of curtain price varies depending on whether you want your curtains with linings or not. ***** If you leave a message saying, "Please make 3 panels" after ordering 2 panels,"This does not apply to custom orders. We can customize within the same fabric quantity, so can't create more than two panels of fabric with two panels of fabric. - CURTAINS SIZES - * Length - Available in 20", 30", 40", 64", 71", 84", 90", 96", 108", 120", 140" lengths * Width - Each panel is 53" wide, for a combined total of 106" width for a pair. * Custom size and various lengths is available. * The width size finished with the fabric washing processing may be flexible. * If the desired curtain width is more than 53 inches, the two panels must be sewn together. 1P MEANS ONE PANEL, 2P MEAN TWO PANELS. 1 PANEL : 53 X 20"/ 135 x 51 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 20"/ 270 x 51 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL : 53 X 30"/ 135 X 76 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 30"/ 270 X 76 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL : 53 X 40"/ 135 x 102 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 40"/ 270 x 102 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL : 53 X 64"/ 135 X 163 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 64"/ 270 X 163 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL : 53 X 71"/ 135 X 180 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 71"/ 270 X 180 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL : 53 X 84"/ 135 X 214 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 84"/ 270 X 214 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL: 53 X 90"/ 135 X 230 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 90"/ 270 X 230 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL: 53 X 96"/ 135 X 244 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 96"/ 270 X 244 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL: 53 X 108"/ 135 X 274 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 108"/ 270 X 274 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL: 53 X 120"/ 135 X 305 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 120"/ 270 X 305 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel 1 PANEL: 53 X 140"/ 135 X 356 cm 2 PANELS (1 Pair) : 106 X 140"/ 270 X 356 cm / 53"W (135 cm) each panel Linings are optional, you
If you have a collection of Vintage Linens you will love this roundup of 15 Cute Ways to Repurpose and Upcycle Vintage Linens. (#9 is my favorite!)
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Embroidery Fabric, Japanese vintage cotton linen fabric, Decorative fabric, DIY Fabric, Flower Fabric - By The Half Yard Width 53 inch (135cm) Weight : 350g/meter Material: linen, cotton This fabric is sold by 1/2 yard, If you can buy more, you will get continuous fabric. About the shipping time: 10-20 working days to US. 10-25 working days to CA. 10-18 working days to AU. 8-15 working days to Europe. It takes about 10-30 working days for other countries Thank you for your visiting my shop! Be safe!
ORDER A CUSTOM JACKET! I'm taking now a limited number of custom orders on jackets and tops. The photos above are examples of my previous works, to give you an idea / guideline. I'm making these jackets (also bloomers and dresses) out of the finest antique and vintage Irish linen damask tablecloths. Some are from the late 19th century, some as "new" as the 1950s, but most were woven in the 1920s / 30s. The quality of these old fabrics is so much superior to any modern linen - they have a beautiful fluttery drape, smooth pearly texture, and intricate woven patterns: florals, figurative or geometric patterns. They are extremely heard-wearing too, you can pass these garments on to future generations. With each purchase of a repurposed old linen garment you will help the environment, also give a new life to these amazing products of the historical Irish linen industry. PLEASE MESSAGE ME FIRST to discuss your particular preferences (fabric, size, design, colour, price etc.). Processing time can take 1 to 3 weeks. I use fiber-reactive, colourfast low-impact dyes - either before or after construction. Let me know your desired colour and I will try to match it as close as possible. Wherever possible, i use original antique / vintage lace and embroidery for decoration.
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Upcycle vintage linens with these 27 project ideas. These crafts from recycled vintage linens are for every skill level and will make a unique, thoughtful and one-of-a-kind gift.
The Spring Trousers are designed to feel breezy and elegant with plenty of space to move. They work amazingly well in a huge range of fabrics, from silks to denims, linens and heavy corduroys. Your fabric choice will determine the character of your garment; you could make a cosy corduroy trouser for winter or a floaty silk piece for a wedding. Both work equally well which is unusually versatile for a pattern. Sizing: Sizes 4 - 28 (with PDF Layers) Skill level: Intermediate sewers.
How to give fabric a vintage look with an easy and way technique. Transform new ordinary fabrics into vintage looking fabrics. Step by step tutorial.
3 Tips for sewing with vintage linens including vintage sheets, pillowcase and hankies. Lots of fun ideas for things to make with old linens.
