Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Sewing - a Wrap from 1923


Another vintage gift idea -- a bedjacket or wrap to make from a square of material. This is an advertisement for the pattern, but I don't see why you'd need one! Fleece or a heavy sweater-knit fabric would have the necessary drape and "give" for this wrap.

Left-click to enlarge, or download from my Flickr account, here.
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8 comments:

  1. Not ImportantNovember 4, 2008 at 6:33 AM

    I love it. I would so totally wear that while watching teevee or reading.

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  2. ShayNovember 4, 2008 at 7:00 AM

    in albatross or in heavy silk crepe?

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  3. AnonymousNovember 4, 2008 at 11:52 AM

    I'll definitely be making this one
    to wear in my frigid office.
    I think a soft, warm fleece for me!

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  4. ShayNovember 4, 2008 at 5:06 PM

    Snyone know what 'albatross' is, anyway? Besides whot hung 'round the Ancient Mariner's neck?

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  5. Not ImportantNovember 5, 2008 at 3:18 PM

    I don't know what albatross is, although I suspect it's white, so I'll choose the silk.

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  6. AnonymousNovember 6, 2008 at 10:19 AM

    Shay (and everyone)

    Here's what i found on Albatross cloth -
    Albatross A Lightweight, Plain Weave Fabric Traditionally Of Wool Or Wool Blends With A Napped, Fleecy Surface . So Named Because The Texture Resembles The Breast Of An Albatross. Usually Light In Color- Used In Infant's Wear , Sleep Wear.

    This is from http://www.narrow-fabrics-manufacturers.com/glossary-of-products.html

    Hope that helps.
    Nancy

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  7. ShayNovember 6, 2008 at 3:55 PM

    Thanks, Nancy...that sounds like it would be perfect except that I'll bet it had to be hand washed. Synthetic fabrics have spoiled me.

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  8. AnonymousDecember 7, 2008 at 4:28 AM

    I did link to this post on my blog, when I get the shrug made, I'll send you a pic. If you mind, let me know and I'll remove the link.

    Elle

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