Thanks to the Internet Archive, vintage sewing and fashion enthusiasts can download a PDF version of How to design beautiful clothes, by Esther Pivnick. The book was published in 1949. The patternmaking system used is the same as what was taught at the Traphagen School of Design in New York City. This book offers aContinue reading “Free 1949 flat patternmaking book available!”
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Marfy “Evergreen” Edition
The Marfy pattern books are published by Marfy Studio Stilistico in Ferrara, Italy. Each edition comes with a free, multi-sized pattern. The illustrations are detailed enough so that dressmakers and patternmakers can get ideas for their own projects. Along with the exquisite illustrations, there are fabric recommendations. The color combinations are sometimes striking, other timesContinue reading “Marfy “Evergreen” Edition”
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