Simplicity Fashion Preview 1963

1963. What a mix of styles. The Mid-Century full skirt was making way for the slimmer Mod styles that were soon to come. I have scanned and posted two new Simplicity Fashion Preview pattern catalogs from April and October 1963. See them here.

Simplicity Fashion Preview April 1963

Simplicity Fashion Preview October 1963

Find many of these and more 1960's fashions at my CynicalGirl shop on Etsy.

1950 Laura Wheeler Designs Mail Order Pattern Catalog with Free Handbag Pattern

Laura Wheeler was a powerhouse of Mail Order needlework patterns. Perhaps as early as the 1930's, patterns for knitting, crochet, needlework and crafts were distributed through syndicated newspaper advertisements. This 1950 pattern catalog offers patterns for 25 cents for huck towels, crochet shrugs and sweaters, fascinator hats, dolls, holiday decor and more. It even includes a pattern to make a handbag. 

1950© Laura Wheeler Designs Needlework Pattern Catalog

You can view all of the patterns in this Vintage Laura Wheeler Catalog and download it for the handbag pattern. Or you can simply download the pattern for the handbag. Either way, enjoy perusing these fabulous patterns that turn ordinary household items into cheerful and beautiful fashions and decor.

1950© Laura Wheeler Handbag Pattern - Prints on 11 x 17 paper