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Book Title
Blueprints of Fashion : Home Sewing Patterns of the 1950s
Publication Name
Blueprints of Fashion
Title
Blueprints of Fashion
Subtitle
Home Sewing Patterns of the 1950s
Author
Wade Laboissonniere
Format
Trade Paperback
ISBN-10
0764309196
EAN
9780764309199
ISBN
9780764309199
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, The Limited
Genre
Self-Help, Crafts & Hobbies
Topic
Fashion, Fashion & Style
Release Date
29/09/1999
Release Year
1999
Language
English
Country/Region of Manufacture
US
Item Height
0.5in
Item Length
11in
Item Weight
38.5 Oz
Publication Year
1999
Item Width
8.5in
Number of Pages
176 Pages

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The most popular 1940s styles, from couture to everyday workclothes, ensembles, sportswear, lingerie, and evening dresses, plus toys, needlework, and gifts, are presented here in 550 color photographs of pattern envelopes from companies like Advance, Butterick, Hollywood, McCall, Simplicity, Vogue, and others. A wide array of pattern-related items is presented, including publications and advertising, display dolls, tools, and various forms of packaging. The pattern envelope illustrations are wonderful period drawings of '40s fashions. All who enjoy these great styles will find Blueprints of Fashion to be a refreshing approach and an important first book on this growing field of interest.

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Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-10
0764309196
ISBN-13
9780764309199
eBay Product ID (ePID)
239045

Product Key Features

Book Title
Blueprints of Fashion : Home Sewing Patterns of the 1950s
Author
Wade Laboissonniere
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Fashion, Fashion & Style
Publication Year
1999
Genre
Self-Help, Crafts & Hobbies
Number of Pages
176 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
11in
Item Height
0.5in
Item Width
8.5in
Item Weight
38.5 Oz

Additional Product Features

Number of Volumes
1 Vol.
Lc Classification Number
Gt615.L35 1999
Reviews
Sharing the story of pattern company beginnings, from the creation and development of the patterns they sold, the marketing and advertising through to the manufacturing and distribution process, as well as an extensive collection of full-colour illustrations of the patterns themselves including price guide, lovers of vintage style and history buffs alike will revel in this factual documentation of 1950s fashion. - Makeitshabby.com Jan 2015
Copyright Date
1999
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
99-063781
Illustrated
Yes

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  • Ultimate guide to dating many sewing patterns pre-1960

    Wade Laboissonniere has written 2 books to assist the vintage pattern collector. I recommend this book for both the novice and experienced collector. I purchased this book to help with dating my patterns, but there is more to the book than just vintage pattern dating. The author takes you through the history / beginnings of the sewing pattern industry, promotions pattern companies have run over the years, how patterns are designed, and so much more. The icing on the cake is almost 100 pages of lucious illustrations of various kinds of vintage sewing patterns. The dating methods Laboissonniere employs are number series, combined with envelope appearance as well as style of dress. Also included is helpful information regarding conservation and storage of your patterns. (Best take away tip: ...

  • A Must Have for Vintage Sewing Pattern Collectors

    I have had this book from Wade Laboissonniere and it is really helpful if you collect patterns of the 1950s . It gives concrete concepts and wonderful illustrations to help you date and understand the reason for the fashion trends of the 1950s. There is info about the companies and trends in the industry. There are some High Fashion designs that are amazing and a section for actually dating your collection. This is a great book and I use it all the time. It not only addresses ladies patterns of all kinds but dolls, men's, accessories and more. This is a must have! I hope you've found this guide useful. If you have, please take the time to vote for the guide. If you have any questions not answered in the guide or suggestions for other guides (I love writing them!), please click on my ...