tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-168178112024-03-13T13:20:08.382-05:00Heirloom Sewing For ChildrenHeirloom sewing, specializing in sewing for children and babies.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-39030035207452843532009-10-16T19:14:00.003-05:002009-10-16T19:36:03.195-05:00New Pattern from Children's Corner<p>The <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-cc-johnny.htm">Johnny</a> pattern, from Children's Corner, sure brings back sewing memories for me. In the early '70's I made so many of these rompers for my son. </p><p>Until he was about 3 years old, I made him the short version. We called it a "John-John" romper. In the winter, he would wear a long sleeve button up shirt or pullover t-shirt under the romper, kneesocks on his legs and a Buster Brown hat. </p><p>As he got older, I packed away his kneesocks and starting sewing the long version for him. In those days, every time your child moved up a size in clothes, you'd have to go buy a new pattern. That was before the days of multi-sized patterns.</p><p>The multi-sized Johnny pattern is available in Size 3 - 12 months, and Size 18 months - 4. </p><p>I highly recommend finishing the crotch with snaps. It sure made it easier for diaper changes and potty training. </p><p>Johnny includes a pattern for a shirt or a blouse.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/c_corner/ccjohnny.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 300px; HEIGHT: 398px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/c_corner/ccjohnny.jpg" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-cc-johnny.htm">For more information and to order, click here.</a></p><br /><p><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Instructional Sewing Video</strong></span> </p><p>Do you need help with sewing the leg bottoms of a lined romper? Let Lezette Thomason from the Children's Corner show you how! </p><p><strong>Sewing Video: Part 1 of 2 - Leg Bottoms on a Lined Romper</strong></p><br /><object width="400" height="328"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/xAt6ldGNsTk&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6&border=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/xAt6ldGNsTk&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6&border=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="328"></embed></object><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-cc-johnny.htm">Click here to read more about the Johnny pattern and to watch Part 2 of the video: Leg Bottoms on a Lined Romper.<br /></a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-50387274237432236932009-10-16T19:04:00.002-05:002009-10-16T19:10:22.404-05:00Australian Smocking & Embroidery - Issue No. 88<p>We do have the latest issue of AS&E in stock. All issues include full sized patterns, color photographs and detailed instructions. <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/australian-smocking-embroidery-88.htm">Order your copy today</a>!</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-88.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 250px; HEIGHT: 327px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-88.jpg" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-28677237023024540832009-09-18T17:10:00.000-05:002009-09-18T17:14:30.765-05:00Sewing Inspiration<p>We have a real treat for you! Recently, we added several new photographs to our Photo Gallery.</p><p>In case you haven't had a chance to see them yet, I'll give you a sneak peak here. It will really be worth your time to take a few minutes to browse through the new photo slideshows on the website.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/PhotoGallery/debbie-b/IMG_4502_300.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 300px; HEIGHT: 375px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/PhotoGallery/debbie-b/IMG_4502_300.jpg" /></a><br /><p>After years of planning and buying and saving lace, The Heirloom Senior Portrait Dress is a mother's dream come true. It is absolutely gorgeous! I hope it inspires you to also start planning an heirloom dress to sew when your daughter reaches her senior year.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/photogallery_pg7.htm">View the photographs and read Debbie's story.</a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/PhotoGallery/beverly-mc/DSC01081.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 309px; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/PhotoGallery/beverly-mc/DSC01081.jpg" /></a><br /><p>Is there anything more exciting than sewing for a first grandchild? Little Miss Charlotte is absolutely adorable in her heirloom dress sewn for her by her grandmother. It is so sweet, you just have to see for yourself.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/photogallery_pg9.htm">View the photographs of Little Miss Charlotte's Heirloom Dress.</a></p><p> </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-44247082236490905522009-09-18T16:10:00.000-05:002009-09-18T16:22:12.644-05:00New Pattern and New Instructional Sewing DVD<p>I hope everyone had a great summer. Even though fall is almost here, it still feels like summer here in Alabama.</p><p>This is one of our busy times of the year in the shop. After Labor Day many of you are ready to sew again! We have received an exceptionally large number of orders, but we put in a lot of overtime and are happy to tell you that we are on schedule with shipping.</p><br /><p><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">New Patterns and a New "How to" Sewing DVD</span></strong></p><p>We have a lot of new goodies for you! Lots of new patterns that we'll be putting on the website as soon as possible.</p><p><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-mp-janes.htm">Jane's First Day Dress</a></span></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/martha_pullen/janes-first-day.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 200px; HEIGHT: 263px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/martha_pullen/janes-first-day.jpg" /></a><br /><p>Martha Pullen has a new pattern in her Sew Beautiful Collection. <strong>Jane's First Day Dress</strong> is a sweet pattern for girls sizes 2 - 6.</p><p>It has several variations for differents look and can be sewn as either a dress or a tunic. The front of the dress and the collar are perfect for embroidery.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-mp-janes.htm">Click here for more information and to order Jane's First Day Dress.</a> It is in stock and ready to ship.</p><br /><p><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/peterpan-collars.htm">Perfect Peter Pan Collars with Lezette Thomason</a></span></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/videos/ppp-collars.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 250px; HEIGHT: 353px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/videos/ppp-collars.jpg" /></a><br /><p>Martha Pullen Company also has a new instructional DVD that you will love.</p><p>Perfect Peter Pan Collars with Lezette Thomason will show you how to easily sew a perfect Peter Pan collar! All of Martha's instructional DVD's are excellent. This is one you will want to add to your sewing library.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/peterpan-collars.htm">Click here for more information and to order the Perfect Peter Pan Collars DVD</a>. It is also in stock and ready to ship.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-50688588625612248092009-07-07T22:19:00.004-05:002009-07-07T22:35:54.716-05:002 New Summer Patterns!<p>We have two new summer patterns for girls that you will love. Both of these patterns are fun and <strong>easy to sew</strong>! Both patterns are in stock and ready to ship.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-maddie.htm">Maddie's Tiered Sundress</a> is new from <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/patterns20.htm">Ginger Snaps Designs</a>. This pattern is very versatile and you will find so many uses for it. It is a multi-sized pattern for girls sizes 4 to 12.</p><p>Tiered skirts are in style right now for girls and with Maddie's Tiered Sundress you can make a cool and trendy sundress.</p><p>When fall arrives, you can sew a pretty jumper with this pattern using <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric9.htm">Featherwale Corduroy</a>!</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/maddie.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 453px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/maddie.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-maddie.htm">Go to Maddies Tiered Sundress</a></p><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-bonnieb-riley.htm">Riley's</a> is new pattern from <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/patterns13.htm">Bonnie Blue Designs</a>. It is an adorable play set for girls sizes 6 months to 6 years.</p><p>It includes ruffled tops, shorts and mid calf length pants. Detailed instructions and illustrations for quick and easy construction.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/bonnie_blue/rileys350.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 311px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/bonnie_blue/rileys350.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-bonnieb-riley.htm">Go to Riley's<br /></a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-57054535917911028942009-06-26T21:30:00.003-05:002009-06-29T13:33:18.982-05:00Free Vintage Simplicity Pattern!<p>Today's vintage pattern is so cute, I love these pinafores! For an adorable, old fashioned look, make the pinafore out of <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric3.htm">Swiss Cotton Organdy</a>.</p><p>We want to again say thank you to Mrs. Jo W. in Orangeburg, S.C. Jo has generously contributed vintage patterns from her own collection to our vintage pattern giveaway!</p><br /><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Today's Free Vintage Pattern</strong></span></p><p><strong>Simplicity 8253 - Size 2</strong></p><p>Child's One-Piece Dress and Pinafore</p><p><strong>Versions A and B:</strong> Bodice of dress has round neckline, short puffed sleeves and full skirt which is gathered at the waistline with single ruffle hem trim. The pinafore has shoulder ruffle gathered skirt and back button closing. <strong>Version C:</strong> The dress is sleeveless and has ribbon bow trim on bodice front and skirt pockets.</p><p><strong>Fabric Suggestions:</strong> <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric1.htm">Cotton</a>, <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric3.htm">Organdy</a>, <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric2.htm">Dotted Swiss</a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-8253.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 460px" alt="vintage pattern" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-8253.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Simplicity 8253.</a></p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;">*** <strong>UPDATE -</strong> This vintage pattern has been claimed and <strong>is no longer available</strong>. Stay tuned, more free vintage patterns to come in the near future!</span></p><p><strong>How to claim this pattern:</strong> Send us your <strong>name</strong>, <strong>address</strong> and the <strong>pattern number</strong>. The pattern will go to the first one who notifies us that they want it.</p><p><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Just a Few Rules</strong> - The Free Vintage Patterns are an exclusive offer to our <strong>newsletter/blog subscribers only</strong>. The free offers will be limited to the USA only. We will mail them to home addresses only, no P.O. Boxes, mail forwarding services or businesses. Some of the patterns are very old and in fragile condition. They will be distributed "as is". This free offer is for fun, without warranty or guarantees.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-2571795173407505212009-06-05T17:51:00.004-05:002009-06-05T18:03:09.625-05:00New Issue of Australian Smocking and Embroidery!<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-87.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 328px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-87.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p>The latest <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/australian-smocking-embroidery-87.htm">issue (number 87) of AS&E</a> is in stock. You won't want to miss a single issue of this wonderful magazine that is published by Country Bumpkin Publications. </p><p>As always, it includes full size patterns, color photographs, plus detailed instructions and illustrations to help you create gorgeous garments.</p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/australian-smocking-embroidery-87.htm">Order yours today!<br /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-21841712883487222932009-03-12T08:31:00.003-05:002009-03-12T08:44:39.678-05:00New Baby Daygown Patterns by Martha Pullen!<p>Just arrived, hot off the press, are 2 new pattern books from Martha Pullen!</p><p>The <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/b-mp-roundyoke.htm">Baby Daygowns Round Yoke Collection</a> and the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/b-mp-squareyoke.htm">Baby Daygowns Square Yoke Collection</a> books include <strong>daygowns</strong>, <strong>bubbles</strong>, <strong>bibs</strong>, <strong>bonnets</strong>, <strong>blankets</strong> and many more heirloom sewing projects for you to make for the baby.</p><p>Martha's patterns always have great instructions and illustrations to make it <strong>easy for you</strong> to have fun with heirloom sewing.</p><p>Both of these books include full sized patterns in <strong>sizes preemie through 24 months</strong>.</p><p>You will have a hard time deciding which book you want, so order them both! They are bargain priced at only $19.95 each.</p><p>These pattern books are in stock and ready to ship. <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/books-martha_pullen2.htm">Order yours today</a>!</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/books/martha_pullen/daygown-rnd-yoke.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 448px" alt="round yoke daygown" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/books/martha_pullen/daygown-rnd-yoke.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/b-mp-roundyoke.htm">Baby Daygown Round Yoke Collection</a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/books/martha_pullen/daygown-sq-yoke.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 457px" alt="square yoke daygown" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/books/martha_pullen/daygown-sq-yoke.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/b-mp-squareyoke.htm">Baby Daygown Square Yoke Collection<br /></a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-60539678468266671532009-03-02T21:30:00.000-06:002009-03-02T21:32:21.094-06:00Free Vintage Patterns Again!<p>We're back with more free vintage patterns for you! It's been awhile since my last post because we have been so busy filling all of your orders and shipping them out as fast as possible.</p><p>It seems everyone has started their spring sewing early this year. That's great because it gives you time to enjoy your sewing without having to rush.</p><p>Stay tuned for more posts to come with news about our upcoming fabric sale, more vintage patterns, inspiring photos of a gorgeous heirloom dress for an older girl and lots more goodies.</p><br /><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Today's Free Vintage Patterns</strong></span></p><p>Special thanks goes to Lydia B. in Kokomo, IN for donating these two patterns to be given away. </p><p><strong>How to claim one of these patterns:</strong> For fastest submission, use our <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Vintage Pattern Request form</a> that we setup especially for this. There is <strong>only one available of each pattern</strong> and it will go to the first person who notifies us that they want it. No purchase necessary.</p><br /><p><strong>Simplicity 7920 - Size 6</strong></p><p><strong>Child's Dress</strong> (Description from pattern back): The dress with lowered waistline seam has back zipper, set-in sleeves and pleated skirt. Braid trimmed V. 1 has bias roll collar and long sleeves. V. 2 with ribbon knot trim has purchased belt and contrasting collar and cuffs. Lace and button trimmed V. 3 with contrasting collar has short sleeves and ribbon tie belt.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-7920.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 510px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-7920.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Simplicity 7920.</a></p><p><strong><br />Advance 6216 - Size 4</strong></p><p>I love this dress, it is adorable! View one is a sleeveless dress with collar, trimmed with lace. View 2 is a collarless dress with puffed sleeves. </p><p>The suggested fabrics (listed on the back of the pattern) for the dress are pique, chambray, sheer cotton, taffeta, gingham, cotton broadcloth. For the panty, percale, chambray and cotton broadcloth.</p><p>You don't see many vintage patterns like this one, they are getting very hard to find. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are interested in it because I doubt that it will be available for very long.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vpa6216.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 523px" alt="advance vintage pattern" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vpa6216.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Advance 6216.</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-84739433204806367492008-12-18T13:50:00.001-06:002008-12-18T13:53:49.109-06:00Gotz, Adora and Corolle Dolls On Sale<p>To help save you time from searching through the list of dolls on the website, we'll list for you here, which dolls we still have available.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/gotz/artist/joy-face-sm.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 170px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 239px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/gotz/artist/joy-face-sm.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><strong>Gotz - Joy</strong></p><p>One of the prettiest dolls we have ever stocked is a <strong>Gotz doll</strong> name Joy. The attention to detail on this doll is extraordinary.</p><p>Joy was <strong>handcrafted in Germany</strong> by Gotz. Her artist is the internationally famous doll artist, Hildegard Gunzel.</p><p>She is a limited edition doll, only 750 were produced. Joy is 25 inches tall, a great size for those who love to sew doll clothes!</p><p>Here's your chance to own Joy at <span style="color:#cc0000;">40% off</span> the retail price! <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/gotz_dolls_pg8.htm">Visit her webpage for a full length view</a>.</p><p><strong>Note </strong>- We may be able to arrange a layaway option, <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">contact us</a> if you're interested.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/adora/adora2/koa22173-cn.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 170px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 222px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/adora/adora2/koa22173-cn.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><strong>Adora - Christine Nicole</strong></p><p>This is one of my all-time favorite Adora dolls! <strong>Christine Nichole</strong> looks so sweet all dressed in pink.</p><p>She has <strong>blonde hair</strong>, <strong>blue eyes</strong> and is 22 inches. Like all Adora dolls, she feels like and smells like a real baby!</p><p>Christine Nichole is also a limited edition, retired doll. We only have one left in stock so place your order soon before she is gone forever.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/adora_dolls_pg18a.htm">Read more about Christine Nichole.</a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/adora/adora04/bgg20189-sm.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 170px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 203px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/adora/adora04/bgg20189-sm.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><strong>Adora - Name Your Own Baby</strong></p><p>We also have a <strong>red hair</strong>, <strong>green eyes</strong>, 20 inch Adora baby doll from the Name Your Own Baby collection.</p><p>This baby has short hair which is great for wearing baby bonnets. This particular model doll can be dressed as either a boy or girl baby, it looks great as either one!</p><p>Although this baby is not a limited edition doll, Adora has retired this model. They are very difficult to find.</p><p>This sweet baby doll is ready for adoption at <span style="color:#cc0000;">40% off</span> the retail price!</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/adora_dolls_pg28a.htm">Read more here about this doll.</a></p><br /><p><strong>A Few More Dolls Still Available</strong></p><p><strong>Babicorolle </strong>- We still have a Babicorolle, a 12 inch doll for ages 12 months and over. </p><p>Babies love these dolls. They have a light vanilla scent and feature plush fabrics that are so soft. This doll makes a great gift for a baby.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/corolle_pg1i.htm">View the Babicorolle.</a></p><br /><p><strong>Franz & Marianne</strong></p><p>On our last blog post, we told you about <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/gotz_handcrafted2.htm">Franz & Marianne</a>. As of now, we only have one set left. <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/2008/12/look-what-we-found-treasure.html">If you missed that post, you can read it here.</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-91040150521238937572008-12-12T15:08:00.002-06:002008-12-12T15:31:38.293-06:00Look What We Found, a Treasure!<p>Look what we found safely tucked away in our archival stock room! As most of you already know, we are closing our doll department and have marked down the prices on all our dolls for clearance.</p><p>They are almost all gone, except for a few remaining treasures!</p><p>One of these treasures is a set of <strong>Gotz handcrafted</strong> dolls, named <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/gotz_handcrafted2.htm">Franz and Marianne</a>, that were <strong>made in Germany</strong>!</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/gotz/handcrafted/gotz-franz-marianne.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 288px" alt="Gotz Dolls" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/dolls/gotz/handcrafted/gotz-franz-marianne.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p>Franz and Marianne are so cute! They are soft-bodied, huggable dolls that any doll lover, young or old will love! They are a limited edition, made by Gotz of Germany to commemorate their Gotz Doll Company anniversary.</p><p>Franz & Marianne come with accessories, a wooden cycle and wagon. (Be sure to see the additional photos on the website.)</p><p>Because they were handcrafted and only a limited quantity were made, they came with a hefty retail price. <span style="color:#cc0000;">But we are going to give them to you at the wholesale price!!!!</span></p><p>We only have a few sets of the Franz & Marianne Gotz dolls, so try not to delay ordering if you want one. <strong>Doll orders that come in over the weekend will be shipped out on Monday by UPS.</strong></p><p><strong>About the Gotz Germany Factory</strong> - It is closed down, Gotz is no long producing handcrafted dolls in Germany. It is extremely difficult to find these dolls now.</p><p><strong>About our Archival Stock Room</strong> - Because I am into archival preservation, we have a special stock/storage room that was especially designed for proper archival textile storage.</p><p>It is where we keep the heirloom fabrics and laces that are purchased by our internet and mail order customers. The room has the ideal temperature and humidity level for textile preservation, plus it is germ free! This is why the fabric you receive from us is in such pristine condition.</p><p>When Gotz announced they were closing down their German factory, we ordered as many of their dolls as we had room to store. I insisted that room be made in the archival stock room for the dolls. So that's where they have been. <em>The Gotz dolls are in the exact same condition as they were when we received them from Gotz!</em> We even went so far as to cover each doll with archival tissue for added protection.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/gotz_handcrafted2.htm">Order Franz & Marianne today at wholesale cost!</a></p><p>Happy Holidays from all of us at Heirloom Sewing For Children.</p><p>P.S. We also found a few more Gotz dolls tucked away, including one of the Gotz 2003 Precious Day dolls named Elisabeth and a Gotz Hilgard Gunzel artist doll named Joy. I will try to get these up on the website as soon as possible, but don't know if I can do it in time for holiday shipping.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-13519080524498774322008-12-05T10:10:00.002-06:002008-12-05T10:18:06.386-06:00Ginger Snaps Designs in Creative Needle Magazine<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/kimono-cover.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 194px" alt="daygown" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/kimono-cover.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>Last week, <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/2008/11/creative-needle-magazine-december-issue.html">I mentioned</a> that the current issue (December 2008) of <a href="http://www.creativeneedlemag.com/">Creative Needle magazine</a> features baby clothes made with patterns by some of our favorite designers.</p><p>Several of them are <strong>Ginger Snaps Designs</strong> by Nancy Coburn.</p><p>On page 31 of the magazine, is a <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric8.htm#cashmere_cotton">white cashmere cotton</a> garment with button and needlework rattles that is made from Ginger Snaps Designs <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-kimono-daygown.htm">Kimono Sleeve Daygowns</a> pattern. The instructions in the magazine are on page 77.</p><p>I absolutely love the Kimono Sleeve Daygowns pattern sewn with the cashmere cotton. It is warm, very soft and durable.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-diaper-covers2.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 197px" alt="diaper cover" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-diaper-covers2.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>You can throw it in the washing machine and dryer many, many times and it doesn't show wear!</p><p>When you order the cashmere cotton, order enough to make a matching blanket.</p><p>Toddlers love it, especially to drag around as their favorite "blankie".</p><p>And for that type of blanket, you'll appreciate the durability factor of the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric8.htm#cashmere_cotton">cashmere cotton</a>.</p><p>Also in the December issue of Creative Needle magazine, you will find another outfit made from two Ginger Snaps Designs patterns.</p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-diaper-shirt2.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 191px" alt="diaper shirt" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-diaper-shirt2.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>The cute <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric7.htm">yellow pique</a> baby outfit (on pages 51 and 52) is made from <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-diaper-covers.htm">Baby Diaper Covers</a> and the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-diaper-shirts.htm">Baby's Diaper Shirt</a> patterns.</p><p>All of these are very easy patterns to sew and a lot of fun!</p><p>We have over 20 different Ginger Snaps Designs baby patterns in stock! <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/patterns16.htm">Browse through the entire collection</a> and you'll find patterns for baby heirloom gowns, daygowns, more diaper covers, sacques, bonnets and more.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-69903160724745953842008-12-02T13:37:00.003-06:002008-12-02T14:13:46.612-06:00New Patterns From Ginger Snaps Designs!<p>This month we are pleased to be featuring patterns from <strong>Ginger Snaps Designs</strong>, by <strong>Nancy Coburn</strong>.</p><p>Whether your experience level is a beginner, advanced or somewhere in between, you are sure to enjoy sewing a Ginger Snaps Designs pattern. Every pattern includes thorough instructions, along with illustrations and explanations. </p><p>For example, the following is an excerpt from one of Nancy's newest patterns, <strong>Heirloom Bonnets I</strong>:</p><blockquote>"I have based my pattern sizes on the CDC measurements for infant girls. The head circumference measurements for infant boys are generally 1/2" - 3/4" larger than the measurements for girls......"</blockquote><p>The attention to detail in the instructions is very helpful, especially if you are sewing for a baby or child that does not live near you. Without being able to measure the child, an accurate pattern with good explanations is very important for proper fit.</p><p><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong><br />2 New Baby Heirloom Patterns</strong></span></p><p>We have two new baby heirloom patterns from Ginger Snaps Designs, in stock and ready to ship.</p><p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-heirloom-bonnets.htm"><span style="font-size:130%;">Heirloom Bonnets I</span></a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-heirloom-bonnets1.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 454px" alt="heirloom bonnets" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-heirloom-bonnets1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><strong>Heirloom Bonnets I</strong> - This pattern contains easy to sew bonnet designs for Swiss eyelet trims. The pattern fits sizes Newborn - 24 Months.</p><p>This is a versatile, quick and easy pattern. If you prefer, laces can be used instead of the Swiss eyelet or you can even use leftovers or scraps from other projects.</p><p>The bonnet would be beautiful and would be a very special heirloom if you were to use bits and pieces from antique garments.</p><p>When I first saw this pattern, I thought it would be a perfect project on which to use the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/machine-embroidery.htm">Vintage Baby Machine Embroidery Disks</a> by Martha Pullen. I can't wait to try it! I plan on using the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric6.htm#silky_broadcloth">Swiss Silky Broadcloth</a> for the fabric.</p><p>The 5 pages of instructions included with the pattern, also show you how to make the sweet, three-leaflet ribbon ties.</p><p>This is a pattern you will want to have on hand in your pattern library. It's perfect if you need a quick gift for a baby shower or if you want a small and easy project for beginning heirloom sewing or if you just want to have fun being creative.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-heirloom-bonnets.htm">Read more about the Heirloom Bonnets I pattern</a></p><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-heirloom-gowns.htm"><span style="font-size:130%;">Heirloom Christening Gowns I</span></a></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-heirloom-ch-gowns1.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 453px" alt="baby gowns" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/ginger-snaps/gs-heirloom-ch-gowns1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><strong>Heirloom Christening Gowns I</strong> - Here it is, a classic heirloom baby gown pattern for you to sew! A high yoke gown, with lace bands and tucks, has a gathered skirt and your choice of either long or short puffed sleeves.</p><p>Take the guesswork out of making a beautiful heirloom baby gown by choosing this new pattern from <strong>Ginger Snaps Designs</strong>. If you can sew a straight stitch and a zigzag stitch, <em>you can make this gown</em>! Nancy's detailed instructions will guide you through every step.</p><p>So go ahead and get started! You will have so much fun and have a beautiful family heirloom when you are finished.</p><p>This pattern fits sizes Newborn, Small, Medium and Large.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-gs-heirloom-gowns.htm">Read more about the Heirloom Christening Gowns I pattern</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-81980903692792310662008-12-02T05:02:00.002-06:002008-12-02T05:31:35.634-06:00Two Free Vintage Patterns!<p>Today we have two more free vintage patterns from which you can choose! They are from the vintage pattern collection donated by Mrs. Jo W. in Orangeburg, S.C.</p><p>Both of these pattern envelopes, the Simplicity in particular, are in fragile condition. We recommend that you trace the pattern pieces that you want to use, onto tracing paper or lightweight interfacing. Then use your traced pieces to cut out your garment, thereby saving further wear and tear on the fragile vintage pattern.</p><p><strong>How to claim one of these patterns:</strong> For fastest submission, use our <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Vintage Pattern Request form</a> that we setup especially for this. Each pattern will go to the first person who notifies us that they want it. No purchase necessary.</p><br /><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Today's Free Vintage Patterns</strong></span></p><p><strong>Simplicity 4026 - Size 2</strong></p><p><strong>Child's Snowsuit, Jacket, Slacks and Hat:</strong> The snowpants feature knitted cuffs and extra knee patches to protect the active youngster. The jackets in views 1 & 3 have zipper front closing. Jacket in View 3 has front button closing. Elastic casing finishes the waistline of the pants.</p><p>We cannot find a date anywhere on this pattern, but it was made when Simplicity patterns sold new for only 35 cents.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps4026.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 505px" alt="vintage pattern" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps4026.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Simplicity 4026.</a></p><br /><p><strong>Little Vogue 1824 - Size 6x</strong></p><p><strong>Smocked Children's Dress:</strong> Above knee or ankle length smocked dress has Peter Pan collar, back zipper closing and tie ends attached at side seams. Short and long sleeve variations.</p><p>We also cannot find a date anywhere on this pattern, but it was made when Vogue patterns sold new for $3.00. From a glance inside the pattern, it looks like the iron-on blue smocking dots are still inside there!</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-v1824.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 412px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-v1824.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Little Vogue 1824.</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-87063004183291237752008-11-28T16:50:00.006-06:002008-11-28T17:48:42.438-06:00Winter Fabrics, Patterns and Current Sales<p><strong><span style="color:#990000;">Heirloom Fabrics</span></strong></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric/silk/gingham-dot.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 84px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 84px" alt="silk dupioni" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric/silk/gingham-dot.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><strong>Silk Dupioni</strong> in winter colors, red/green gingham dots and red check gingham is on sale at <span style="color:#cc0000;">20% off</span>!</p><p>You can find Silk Dupioni in many places, with different prices and different qualities, but remember, not all Silk Dupioni is the same.</p><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric/silk/red-check-dupioni.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 84px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 84px" alt="gingham silk" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric/silk/red-check-dupioni.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p>The Silk Dupioni we carry is from the Martha Pullen Co. and it is the best we have ever seen. It is a perfect weight for clothing and makes beautiful special occasion heirloom garments for children and for adults.</p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric5.htm">solid color Silk Dupioni</a> and the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric5.htm#ginghamsilk">gingham silks</a>.</p><p><strong><br />Swiss Wool Challis</strong> is another good selection for winter special occasion garments. It is lightweight, soft and drapes beautifully. </p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric8.htm#wool_challis">Swiss Wool Challis</a>.</p><strong><p><br />Swiss Flannel</strong> is another all-time winter favorite and is often used in children's clothes. Unlike other flannels, it is lightweight and very soft.</p><p>When people see it for the first time, they often say "That's flannel???" Add a touch of <strong>English Lace</strong> for embellishment and it makes a gorgeous holiday dress!</p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric8.htm">Swiss Flannel</a> and <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/english-lace.htm">English Lace</a>.</p><br /><p><strong>Featherwale Corduroy</strong> is a long time favorite for children's winter clothes, both casual and special occasion. It's sturdy and hold's up well with repeated washings.</p><p>The <strong>Snow White</strong> is beautiful, many people remark about how much it resembles velvet. You can <span style="color:#cc0000;">save 15% off</span> the regular price!</p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric9.htm">Featherwale Corduroy</a>.</p><p><span style="color:#990000;"><strong><br />Silk Satin Ribbon</strong></span></p><p>Embellish your garment with buttery soft, double faced, <strong>silk satin ribbon</strong>. <span style="color:#cc0000;">Save 30%</span> on the <strong>2 inch wide Red</strong> silk satin ribbon! Yes, it is real silk and it is gorgeous!</p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/ribbon.htm">Silk Satin Ribbon</a>.</p><p><span style="color:#990000;"><strong><br />Hand Embroidery Designs</strong></span></p><p><strong>Wendy Schoen's</strong> <strong>Embroidery Designs For Christmas</strong> is on sale at <span style="color:#cc0000;">40%!!!</span> This 24 page, soft cover book has over 150 designs that can be used on collars, bibs, baby blankets, placemats, pillowcases and more.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/b-embroidery_designs_christmas.htm">Order yours today</a> and at this price, you can order one for a sewing friend too!</p><p><span style="color:#990000;"><strong><br />Heirloom Patterns for Girls</strong></span></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/kay_guiles/victoria-lynn2.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 234px" alt="victoria lynn" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/patterns/kay_guiles/victoria-lynn2.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>Do you need an <strong>elegant heirloom dress</strong> pattern for a young lady?</p><p><strong>Maryanne</strong> and <strong>Victoria Lynn</strong>, both by <strong>Kay Guiles</strong> are very popular and will please even the most picky young teen or preteen.</p><p>Both of these patterns are for <strong>sizes 4 - 14</strong>.</p><p>See the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-kg-maryanne.htm">Maryanne</a> and <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/p-kg-victoria_lynn.htm">Victoria Lynn</a> patterns.</p><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-45874064365552690222008-11-26T17:04:00.003-06:002008-11-26T17:10:03.105-06:00Creative Needle Magazine December Issue<p>The current issue of <strong>Creative Needle</strong> magazine (December 2008) is the baby issue! It features baby clothes made with patterns by some of our favorite designers.</p><p>On the magazine cover is an adorable dress made from the <strong>Creations By Michie' Sunsuit/Sundress</strong> pattern. To see photos and to read all about it, visit the <a href="http://creationsbymichie.blogspot.com/">Creations By Michie' Blog</a>.</p><p>And while you are there, be sure to subscribe to Michie's blog and don't forget to tell your friends! I'm sure you will enjoy it.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-69623939778789374622008-11-26T16:22:00.006-06:002008-11-26T16:51:00.233-06:00Australian Smocking and Embroidery - Issue 85 NEW!<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-85.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 329px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-85.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>We have the latest issue of <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/australian-smocking-embroidery-85.htm">Australian Smocking & Embroidery</a> in stock and ready to ship.</p><p>This wonderful magazine always includes full size patterns and instructions.</p><p>Included in this issue is a cute pattern for a bishop style pajama top and matching pants to fits sizes 2 - 4 years.</p><p>Reminder - You can use a bishop (smocking) pattern to make a raglan (no smocking) style nightie or pj's. <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/2008/02/quick-and-easy-raglan-nightgown-for.html">It's quick, easy and lots of fun!</a></p><p>We have lots of news, sales and more free vintage patterns to tell you about. So be checking your email for notifications of when we post these. It's going to be a fun weekend!</p><p>From all of us at Heirloom Sewing For Children, Happy Thanksgiving!</p><p> </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-52697614621167382042008-10-27T18:29:00.003-05:002008-10-27T19:03:23.677-05:00More Free Vintage Patterns<p>Today we have <strong>two free vintage patterns</strong> from which you can choose!</p><p>I cannot find a copyright date on either pattern, but I do recognize the style of the child's coat pattern. That's because the coat I wore to kindergarten in the winter of '57 was like that one! I had the complete set, the coat, leggings and hat.</p><p><strong>How to claim one of these patterns:</strong> For fastest submission, use our <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Vintage Pattern Request form</a> that we setup especially for this. Each pattern will go to the first person who notifies us that they want it. No purchase necessary.</p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong><br />Today's Free Vintage Patterns</strong></span></p><p><strong>Simplicity 3654 - Size 3</strong></p><p><strong>Child's Coat, Tapered Pants and Hat:</strong> Coat has long raglan sleeves, collar and patch pockets. Pants have left side zipper, elastic at back waistline and suspenders. Hat (View 1) has corded piping, tie ends and contrasting bias trim and bow. Lined.</p><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-3654.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 512px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-3654.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Simplicity 3654.</a></p><p><strong><br />Advance 8460 - Size 10</strong></p><p><strong>Pajamas or Shortie Set:</strong> View 1 has long sleeves top and long pants. View 2 pajamas have short sleeve top and long pants. View 3 shortie set has short sleeves and "shortie shorts".</p><p>The tops in Views 1 & 2 have a Peter Pan collar and lace trim. Pants and shorts have elastic waist.</p><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vpa-8460.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 547px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vpa-8460.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/specials.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Advance 8460.<br /><br /><br /></a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-7463707270218031952008-10-27T18:24:00.003-05:002008-10-27T18:28:39.302-05:00Special Announcement!<p>We have some exciting news to share with you, <strong>Creations By Michie'</strong> is now online! One of our favorite classic children's pattern designers, Michie' Mooney, has launched her company website.</p><p>In addition to all her patterns, book and note cards, you will enjoy viewing her Trunk Show with all of its large color photos. She even has retired Trunk Show garments that you can purchase!</p><p>Visit her website at <a href="http://www.creationsbymichie.com/">www.creationsbymichie.com</a> and give Michie' a big, warm welcome to the internet.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-74611465793128608172008-10-24T16:56:00.005-05:002008-10-24T17:53:15.534-05:00Special Offer!<p>Our <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/2008/10/hypo-allergenic-fabric-wash-on-sale.html">fabric wash sale</a> continues with a special offer. Forever New is absolutely the best fabric wash for delicate fabrics that I have ever used. It is an all natural, gentle and safe fabric wash that rinses out completely. This is very important for your washable heirlooms.</p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Special Limited Offer</strong></span></p><p>All of you who buy more than one bottle of Forever New at a time will love this special!</p><blockquote><p>Buy 3 or more bottles of the 32 oz. size <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric-wash.htm">Forever New fabric wash</a> and we will give you a <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/lingerie-bag.htm">Forever New Combo Pack</a>, an $18.00 value, <span style="color:#cc0000;">FREE</span>, at no additional cost!</p><p>Just <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">sent us a note</a> when you place your order and request the free Forever New Combo Pack. This offer is only good while supplies last.</p></blockquote><p>A Forever New Combo Pack includes an 8 oz. bottle of Forever New fabric wash (perfect to take along when traveling) and a large, high quality lingerie bag for fine washables and lingerie. The Combo Pack also makes a very nice gift for a friend.</p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric-care/fn-combo-pack.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 189px" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric-care/fn-combo-pack.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>This is an unadvertised special offer for our blog readers, it will not be mentioned anywhere else.</p><p>For baby's laundry, our <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/hypoallergenic-wash.htm">hypoallergenic fabric wash</a>, Variance, is also still on sale.</p><p><strong><span style="color:#000099;"><br />Upcoming Special Announcement!</span></strong></p><p>Very soon, we will be making a special announcement about someone you all know and love. And in celebration of that announcement, we will be giving away several more vintage patterns.</p><p>I'm going to try to get into the office on Sunday evening (10/26) to post the announcement and the vintage patterns. So check your email on Sunday evening for the notification. Stay tuned.............</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-78167865910032639932008-10-03T19:14:00.003-05:002008-10-03T19:30:45.191-05:00Free Vintage Smocking Pattern!!!<p>We have another vintage pattern to give away today! Our <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/2008/09/free-vintage-pattern.html">last free pattern</a> went to South Weber UT.</p><p>Today's free pattern is an adorable toddlers smocked dress pattern from the vintage pattern collection donated by Mrs. Jo W. in Orangeburg, S.C.</p><p><strong>MCCall's 7842 - Size 6 months</strong></p><p>The pattern description on the back says:</p><p><strong>Toddlers' Smocked Dress</strong> - raglan sleeves and smocked all the way around the neckline in two colors of 6-strand cotton. The little puffed sleeves have a touch of smocking at the lower edge. View A neck and all sleeves are bound with bias self fabric. View B has a narrow yoke and a white or matching collar.</p><p>We peaked inside the package and it looks like the smocking dots are still in there! The date on the pattern is 1965.</p><p><strong>How to claim this pattern:</strong> Send us your <strong>name</strong>, <strong>address</strong> and the <strong>pattern number</strong> (<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">use our contact form for fastest submission</a>). The pattern will go to the first one who notifies us that they want it.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-mc7842.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-mc7842.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, McCall #7842.</a></p><p><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Just a Few Rules</strong> - The Free Vintage Patterns are an exclusive offer to our <strong>newsletter/blog subscribers only</strong>. The free offers will be limited to the USA only. We will mail them to home addresses only, no businesses. Some of the patterns are very old and in fragile condition. They will be distributed "as is". This free offer is for fun, without warranty or guarantees.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-21240598470491894132008-10-03T18:56:00.004-05:002008-10-03T19:13:25.839-05:00Hypo-allergenic Fabric Wash on Sale<p><strong>Variance</strong>, the <strong>hypoallergenic</strong>, unscented fabric wash by <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/hypoallergenic-wash.htm">Forever New</a> is <span style="color:#cc0000;">on sale now</span>!</p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric-care/variance.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 171px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/fabric-care/variance.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>This is my first choice for washing baby clothes. It's especially wonderful to use on clothing, crib sheets, blankets, burp clothes or anything that comes into contact with <strong>infants and preemies delicate skin</strong>.</p><p>In addition to being very gentle, it gets the clothes clean! (I use it for my clothes and the sheets and pillowcases.) It's also great for washable heirloom clothing and textiles.</p><p>Try it, you will love it.</p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Special Offer!!!</strong></span></p><p>Two 16 oz. jars for only <span style="color:#cc0000;">$16.95</span>!!!</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/hypoallergenic-wash.htm">Stock up and save $$$ while it's on sale.</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-22405362148535824232008-09-14T11:55:00.003-05:002008-09-14T12:12:50.611-05:00Free Vintage Pattern<p><strong>A Special Thank You!</strong></p><p>We want to send a special thank you to Mrs. Jo W. in Orangeburg, S.C. Jo has generously contributed vintage patterns from her own collection to our vintage pattern giveaway!</p><p>You will love them, some are from the '50's and there are even some vintage smocking patterns. Stay tuned because we will start posting them as soon as we get them sorted and scanned.</p><p>Thanks again Jo!</p><br /><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Today's Free Vintage Pattern</strong></span></p><p><strong>Simplicity 5080 - Size 3</strong></p><p>Child's Pajamas, Nightgown and Cap</p><p>The high yoke tops have set-in sleeves and buttons in the back. View 3 has a round collar and long sleeves. The pants have an elastic casing at waistline.</p><p><strong>We found another one!</strong> Last June, when we gave away Simplicity 5080 (in a larger size), we received a huge response for it. So I'm very pleased to tell you that we found another one of these cute patterns, this one is a Size 3.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-5080.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand" alt="vintage pattern" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vps-5080.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p></p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, Simplicity 5080.</a></p><p><strong>How to claim this pattern:</strong> Send us your <strong>name</strong>, <strong>address</strong> and the <strong>pattern number</strong> (<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">use our contact form for fastest submission</a>). The pattern will go to the first one who notifies us that they want it.</p><p><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Just a Few Rules</strong> - The Free Vintage Patterns are an exclusive offer to our <strong>newsletter/blog subscribers only</strong>. The free offers will be limited to the USA only. We will mail them to home addresses only, no P.O. Boxes, mail forwarding services or businesses. Some of the patterns are very old and in fragile condition. They will be distributed "as is". This free offer is for fun, without warranty or guarantees.</span><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-73922392021588293412008-09-14T09:21:00.004-05:002008-09-14T09:58:44.260-05:00Australian Smocking & Embroidery - New Issue!<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-84.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand" alt="australian smocking magazine" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/magazines/ase-84.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p>You won't want to miss the latest issue of <strong>Australian Smocking & Embroidery</strong>, Issue No. 84.</p><p>It has lots of beautiful color photos, illustrations, instructions and full size patterns.</p><p>This issue is <span style="color:#cc0000;">on sale now</span> for only <span style="color:#cc0000;">$14.95</span>.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/australian-smocking-embroidery-84.htm">See the current issue for more information.</a></p><p>Also, we do still have some <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/magazines.htm">back issues</a> available. Some back issues are becoming very hard to find.</p><br /><p><span style="font-size:130%;color:#000066;">3 New Machine Embroidery CD's</span></p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/bl-ribbon-babyx.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 75px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/bl-ribbon-babyx.jpg" border="0" /></a><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/me-mp-brbaby.htm">Blue Ribbon Baby</a> by Karen Bosch, is perfect for a crib set or blanket. Great gift idea for a new baby!</p><p>There are 34 designs in 4x4 and 7 designs in 5x7. Includes formats for all popular machines.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/paisleyalphabetx.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 75px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/paisleyalphabetx.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/me-mp-paisleyalphabet.htm">Paisley Alphabet</a> by Sandy Jenkins is a very elegant monogram collection.</p><p>This machine embroidery cd, which is part of the Sew Beautiful Machine Embroidery Collection, includes 26 alphabet designs in 5x7 format. Easy to use installer.</p><br /><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/sb-ws-bleux.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 75px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/sb-ws-bleux.jpg" border="0" /></a> <p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/me-mp-lepetitblue.htm">Le Petit Oiseau Bleu</a> (The Little Bluebird) by Wendy Schoen contains pretty, dainty designs, perfect for heirloom baby gowns.</p><p>For more information on these and other machine embroidery designs from Martha Pullen, see: <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/machine-embroidery3.htm">Machine Embroidery Designs</a></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16817811.post-20305921991538972252008-08-11T12:58:00.003-05:002008-08-11T13:24:40.261-05:00Cute Machine Embroidery and a Free Vintage Pattern<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/pocket-front.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 190px; CURSOR: hand" alt="machine embroidery" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/machine-emb/pocket-front.jpg" border="0" /></a> In a previous post I mentioned that Maleah and I made her an apron and decorated it with Martha Pullen's <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/me-mp-pocket.htm">Pick-a-Pocket machine embroidery CD</a>.<br /><p>These embroidery designs are too cute! We chose the lollipop design for Maleah's apron pocket. The bright and cheerful colors stood out again the grey poplin fabric used in the apron. (I raided my <a href="http://heirloomsewing.blogspot.com/search/label/fabric%20stash">fabric stash</a>)</p><p>We stayed pretty much close to the color recommendations on the embroidery CD, except we substituted a gold metallic thread to outline the large, center lollipop. Then we accented the top of the pocket with a red rickrack. She loved it!</p><p>As promised, we added the Pick-a-Pocket embroidery CD to the website so that you can order it. <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/machine-embroidery.htm">Martha's embroidery CD's</a> are easy to use and include formats to fit all popular machines.</p><p>For more information and to purchase: <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/me-mp-pocket.htm">Pick-a-Pocket Machine Embroidery Designs</a></p><br /><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Free Vintage Pattern!!!</strong></span></p><p><strong>McCall's #1606 - Size 2</strong></p><p>I always wanted to make this little tucked dress, but waited too long and now all my granddaughters are too big for it. So one of you gets to make it!</p><p>I thought it would look beautiful made with the <a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/fabric1.htm#bearissima2">Aqualine Blue Bearissima II Swiss Batiste</a>. The pattern calls for <strong>1 1/2 yds</strong> of 52 inch wide fabric. The contrast yoke in <strong>View A</strong> calls for <strong>1/4 yd</strong> of fabric.</p><p>The pattern also says on the back: "Narrow Slide Fastener for Back Opening (Optional - 10 inches)" In those days they called a zipper a "slide fastener". Since it is optional, I would NOT use a zipper. I do not like zippers on this type of dress, I use button closings instead.</p><p>The copyright on this pattern is difficult to see, but it looks like it says 1951.</p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-mc1606.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand" alt="vintage pattern" src="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/images/vpatterns/vp-mc1606.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p><a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">Use this link to notify us that you want this pattern, McCall #1606</a>.</p><p><strong>How to claim this pattern:</strong> Send us your <strong>name</strong>, <strong>address</strong> and <strong>the pattern number</strong> (<a href="http://www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com/contactus.htm">use our contact form for fastest submission</a>). The pattern will go to the first one who notifies us that they want it.</p><p><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Just a Few Rules</strong> - The Free Vintage Patterns are an exclusive offer to our <strong>newsletter/blog subscribers only</strong>. The free offers will be limited to the USA only. We will mail them to home addresses only, no businesses. Some of the patterns are very old and in fragile condition. They will be distributed "as is". This free offer is for fun, without warranty or guarantees.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0