Learn more about vintage sewing patterns at Pattern School!
Pattern Catalogs
Pattern companies printed catalogs for their patterns. These were set out on counters at dry goods stores, fabric shops, department stores and anywhere else patterns were sold. They are hard to find, but an excellent resource for accurately dating sewing patterns by number and illustration.
Pattern Advertising in Magazines
Pattern Care, Repair, and Preservation
Pattern Advertising Store Leaflets
What to do with vintage patterns you no longer need:
Delays while we recover...
Mrs. Depew is currently recovering from major surgery. That means that any patterns or books that require shipping are not currently available for order.
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Please expect a 1-2 week delay in response to any messages.
Thanks for your patience while we heal!