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Here is my blouse, dating to the year 1936. Believe it or not it is a pullover, thanks to the bias cut of the back and the front bottom panel. It is a "frankenpattern" mix of Simplicity #2614 for the main body, my old 1937 McCall #9170 for the sleeves and wrap around tie/belt, and an EvaDress pattern #7482 for the inspiration to put this look together. I used a peach skin type of silky print as the fabric with cream cling-free lining underneath. There are vintage buttons down the bodice front and also on the sleeves. The insides of this blouse are impeccable - all French seams except for the seam tape covered hems- and I did hand stitching to top-stitch around the neckline and tack down the facings. Simplicity #2614 is a wonderful pattern...has great details, great fit, and so quick to sew! See and read more at my blog http://circle.sewweekly.com/profiles/blogs/it-s-de-lovely-my-1936-puff-sleeve-polka-dot-blouse

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Comment by madeco on December 23, 2013 at 11:11am

Your blouse is amazing ! I love this vintage style and have a little addiction for this era. French seams are not so easy : bravo !

Comment by Kelly B. on December 30, 2013 at 1:18pm

Thank you, Madeco!  I really enjoy putting in the extra work to get French seams, which are hard to find in "ready-to-wear" clothes.  French seams make me take my time a bit more and give me an extra sense of satisfaction. 

I'm glad to hear you like the 30s fashions, too.

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