Showing posts with label 1956-57. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1956-57. Show all posts
Aprons - Glamorous and Practical
Saturday, April 5, 2014
McCall's Needlework & Crafts magazine from 1956 shows apron patterns worthy of your time. The Bavarian style asks for a lot of cross stitching. But the iron-on roses are easier and the pattern makes up for "mature figures".
Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Slips, Panties and Jayne Mansfield's Pajamas!
Sunday, September 9, 2012
There is lots to love here, but it's not everyday we get to see what Jayne Mansfield wore to bed!
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)
(Another 'I'm on vacation' repost from October, 2011)
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)
(Another 'I'm on vacation' repost from October, 2011)
Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Slips, Panties and Jayne Mansfield's Pajamas!
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
There is lots to love here, but it's not everyday we get to see what Jayne Mansfield wore to bed!
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)
(Did you know she spoke five languages, and was a classically trained pianist and violinist?)
Aldens Catalog - 1956-57 - Subteens - Young Enchantment From Many Lands!
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Here is a look at Aldens Subteens who were young women wearing sizes 7-8 up to 14. Whirly, washable jumpers and perky blouses! Exquisite ensembles, just dreamy! Petticoats and pleats. Full Circle Skirts and 'posied' cuff links. Pert collars and pockets!
Aldens Catalog - 1956-57 Famous TV inspired Fabrics!
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Among our fabric treats today are these TV inspired prints from the $64,000 Question a popular TV quiz show with it's lovely assistant Lynn Dollar!
But there are other great prints and plaid here too, plus more little ideas of how to use these fabrics...feeling inspired yet?
But there are other great prints and plaid here too, plus more little ideas of how to use these fabrics...feeling inspired yet?
Aldens Catalog 1956-57 - Fabric Inspirations From The Whole Wide World!
Friday, October 14, 2011
We are talking fine fabrics! Miracle Nylons for 'Round-The-Clock Wear', lilting sheen, luscious texture, imported Velveteens with 'dress-up glamour, famed Cone Corduroy, wool felts, acrilan jersey by Allen, and an American 'miracle' - Woolens you can wash!
(And don't miss the small fashion suggestions!)
(And don't miss the small fashion suggestions!)
Aldens Catalog from 1956-57 - Even More Shoes!
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
From Wisp-Weight and Dance Flats, to Fall Colored Flatties to Saddle Shoes and the Autograph-It Rain Boots and Gymsters!
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