Vintage Sewing Patterns

How To Make Your Own Vintage Clothes.

To replicate  your own vintage clothing you would be advised to either have an authentic reference garment, or   an accurate vintage sewing pattern that you can, if necessary, resize and adapt to your own design.

As a pattern cutter with forty years experience, I would always opt to buy either a reference garment, or a genuine vintage pattern. To make  an authentic vintage style from scratch would take a lot of trial and error.

It saves a hell of a lot of time and money to have a good, authentic  starting point, rather than to develop the shape over several iterations. Although as a professional pattern cutter I would make a lot of changes to the original pattern, with seam allowances and construction,  home sewers just need to cut the patterns out.

Buying Vintage Patterns Online.

Today there are a wide variety of vintage patterns and historic costume patterns available to buy, either as physical paper patterns, or PDF digital files. There are several specialist vintage pattern companies online in the UK. Some patterns are available in one size, while others can be bought in multiple sizes.

It is normally best to trace the patterns out onto some good pattern paper, keeping the original as a copy to file away securely.

I have bought several patterns myself from the vintage sewing company. This is their bio  :-

Our specialty lies in offering men’s and women’s sewing patterns from all decades. With the convenience of instant PDF digital downloads in Letter/A4/A0 sizes, also shipped full-scale patterns, we aim to assist you in creating your ideal vintage-style wardrobe. Vintage sewing Pattern Company  take pride in curating a diverse collection of styles from different eras, ensuring there’s something for everyone’s taste. Each pattern comes with clear and detailed instructions, making the sewing process accessible to both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. We also encourage our community to share their creations, fostering a sense of belonging and inspiration among fellow vintage fashion enthusiasts.

Furthermore, we prioritise customer support, offering 24/7 assistance whenever needed, to ensure a smooth experience with our patterns.

Customising Vintage Sewing Patterns. 

You may want to customise your vintage pattern in order to create a style for yourself, or to manufacture for a business. Shop bought patterns may need to be customised for commercial use. We can help you with any pattern or sewing work. Contact us at The London Pattern Cutter for more information.

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