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   Cherrypops | Feb 16, 2007 12:02pm | #1

   Hi LiseLaure,

   This is a wonderful site for all drafting needs plus lots more..

   http://vintagesewing.info/1940s/42-mpd/mpd-toc-long.html 

   Chapter 7 on the page deals in many styles of Collars. For starters have a read through Analysis of Convertible Collars and the following Active Sports Collar for the drafting techniches. There is so much info on this page. I hope you find something suitable.

   CherryP

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   liselaure | Feb 16, 2007 12:42pm | #2

   Hello CherryP,

   Thank you for reminding me of VintageSewing.info. Although I know this wonderful website I did not think of it in my search. Unfortunately there is nothing there like what I am trying to find.

   Lise-Laure

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   Cherrypops | Feb 16, 2007 02:15pm | #3

   Thanks for replying so soon. sorry to hear it didn't suit but pleased to know you are aware of the site. I hope someone here can answer your question more thoroughly.

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   Josefly | Feb 17, 2007 07:22am | #4

   I'm very glad to "discover" this site. I've bookmarked it; I think I'll be using it a lot. Recently I a poster mentioned the technique of transferring or rotating a dart, and I couldn't visualize how this would be done; this site has a great illustrated explanation of the topic. Thanks.

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   Cherrypops | Feb 17, 2007 09:53am | #5

   I have had the site tucked away for a while and recently heartfire2 posted it, can't remember where at present, but she brought it back to my attention so I would like to pass on credit to her. It is a beauty! I love vintage clothing and the techniqes have helped me out.

   :)

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   HeartFire2 | Feb 18, 2007 09:59am | #6

   Cherrypops,
   Thanks for the mention. I actually have a real copy of the book, I found it on ebay and made sure I was the high bidder for it. I use it in my class on sloper drafting because I think it has one of the simplest and best fitting drafts for a sloper. One of these days I'm going to make one of the skirts it shows (flowing back panel). Monday I start a class on couture sewing techniques, I'm rather nervous about it because I haven't taught that stuff before, but I'm sure it will be fine. Other than that, I'm getting ready to take a few (4 - 6 ) months off to go hiking again this year! I love long distance hiking, but it does put a crimp into my ability to sew and teach!

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   Cherrypops | Feb 18, 2007 10:56am | #7

   You're welcome HF2.

   It sure pays to keep a look out on Ebay. I have bought and sold items. I get most of my vintage patterns there. I think the lady I buy from gets hers from the states when she visits yearly.

   You are a wonderful teacher to me here I wish I could attend a class. See the lady in action :)

   I wish you well for Monday, Couture techniques,  I have faith that you will teach well and all students will benefit. I haven't done much with couture, I have patterns which need it so I really should try. I have Claire Shaeffer's High Fashion Sewing Secrets.....(I went crazy in a bookstore in Queensland. Lucky I did because the Sydney store didn't have any of them!..Xmas pressies from hubby.) I would like to find and purchase Couture Sewing Techniques.

   I've been meaning to let you know my astray backissues arrived. 3 of each. Everything has returned to normal. However, I still have to wait the 10-12 weeks for shipment. Patience, I have.

   I did pass the others onto good homes. I am still reading #127. Showed my mother in law the articles on the sheer fabric dresses. Loved Those! Would have been a real treat to have seen them on show. Lucky you!

   A woman of many talents. Hiking too! Which location? Please let me know when you do leave the discussions for a while. I'll be thinking of you and missing your advice. I know, I know there are many talented here for me to fall back on, but still I feel you are a great asset to these posts.

   Enjoy your week.

   Anna-maree