The Sashiko embroidery designs in this book are almost architectural in nature--fresh and exciting

this ruffley dress will have you feeling cute and comfortable

50-60 cm (20-24")

8 ¼” tall

a quick curve piecing tutorial and full size templates

Folkwear - 235 Sporty Forties Dress - PDF and Printed Pattern digital pattern The Sashiko embroidery designs inSporty Forties' Dress and Sweater patterns are classic examples of the ingenuity of the 1940s fashion designers. They faced fabric shortages, government regulations, and the perennial desire of women to still look their best even in wartime. The government asked designers not to use unnecessary amounts of fabric, not to make extreme changes, and not to indulge in excessive trimming. The British Board of Trade conceived of "utility clothes", which were