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Workings of a Garment: a 1950’s rose-print cotton gown by Selfridges, in the style of Nina Ricci
Wardrobe, Spring Frances Lawrence 10/05/2025 Wardrobe, Spring Frances Lawrence 10/05/2025

Workings of a Garment: a 1950’s rose-print cotton gown by Selfridges, in the style of Nina Ricci

Study and analysis of how this 1950’s cotton gown was constructed. One from my personal vintage collection. Learnings and inspiration for improving my dressmaking techniques and knowledge.

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Sewing a tent dress with dagger collar in Liberty crepe-de-chine from Very Easy Vogue 8593
Wardrobe, Summer, Dressmaking Frances Lawrence 06/09/2022 Wardrobe, Summer, Dressmaking Frances Lawrence 06/09/2022

Sewing a tent dress with dagger collar in Liberty crepe-de-chine from Very Easy Vogue 8593

Working from a 1970’s Style pattern, my reflections on making a very loose fitting maxi dress in Liberty crepe-de-chine; the first time working with silk but the second time with this pattern. Main lesson: crepe-de-chine is difficult to cut out…

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Leighton Denny pink nude polish, 3 Times A Lady
Wardrobe Frances Lawrence 19/11/2021 Wardrobe Frances Lawrence 19/11/2021

Leighton Denny pink nude polish, 3 Times A Lady

Colour scrutiny of Leighton Denny’s Three Times a Lady sheer pink polish

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