One of my favorite sewing touches is scallops! Pretty on a hem, as trim, on a neckline, on kids or grown-ups.. this sweet touch is never out of style. It can make something simple look really high-class! Let's look at some patterns, shall we? :)
Madame Weigel's 3284 via the Vintage Pattern Wiki |
This is one of the earliest patterns I could find with scallop detail! This cute child's coat has scallop trim on the cuffs and collar. This little coat would still look darling on a child today.
McCall 3957 via Vintage Pattern Wiki |
This early McCall "waist" blouse features a simple two-scallop button closure, with or without collar.
Butterick 3067 via the Vintage Pattern Wiki |
Scallops continued to be a popular motif into the 1920s as seen here in this beautiful Butterick pattern. The closure imitates the interesting design at the waist.
Butterick 3284 via the Vintage Pattern Wiki |
Here scallops are used creatively at the waistline seam as well as on the collar. A flattering look!
Simplicity 2000 via the Vintage Pattern Wiki |
Another interesting design seen here.. check out the cuffs!
Now let's look at some pretty scallop-featuring patterns from the Pattern Patter Team!
McCall 6994 |
I love the scalloped asymmetrical closure on this awesome dress! From DRC Rose Patterns.
The American Weekly, 3808 |
This one has a neato detachable capelet with a scalloped edge.. how cool is that? :) From Erika With A K.
Spaeda S-328 |
This cool dress features double buttons in each scallop. Designer pattern from Kinsey Sue.
Mail Order 698 |
Scallops on the edge of an apron are always in fashion! Not to mention, an easy way to dress up a simple design. From Sandritocat.
Simplicity 2796 |
Scallops all over on this lovely 1940s number from Fancywork. Figure flattering dart fitting, too.
Mail Order 1750 |
Don't leave out the kiddos! Even the little bloomers have scallop detail. So cute from Pengy Patterns.
Simplicity 6249 |
Not just for day clothes, put them on your pajamas and housecoat, too. :) Rose's Pattern Treasury.
Simplicity 5928 |
Or matching dresses for girl and doll from Daisy Kingdom? Pitter Pattern Place.
Advance 2392 |
Grey Dog Vintage has this unusual pattern with criss-cross or asymmetrical scalloped neckline.
Simplicity 3875 |
A contrasting scallop looks like a million bucks! From Sydcam 123.
Simplicity 8172 |
Happy I Found It has this cute 1960s mini-dress... add a little spark to such a simple dress.
Simplicity 3499 |
A fascinating button-on bolero with scalloped hem! Really unique and beautiful. Pretty Pattern Shop.
Butterick 3212 Vintage Pattern Wiki |
I just had to end with this cute little hat! TOO adorable!
I hope you enjoyed this little entry.
Here's a Tutorial on sewing scallops if you should like to do them yourself, or need a little refresher.
Here's more patterns featuring scallops from the Pattern Patter Team!
Happy sewing!
Love ...Love Scallop detail on clothing !
ReplyDeleteThose hats are so cute !
Great blog entry as always !
Gorgeous patterns, as always, and so feminine!
ReplyDeleteLove seeing scallops used in so many different ways. Great post!
ReplyDeleteScallops are a wonderful detail and not as hard as one might think, thank you for a great post!
ReplyDeleteThey can add so much personality to a garment. Love all of these examples.
ReplyDeleteI love scallops in a hem!
ReplyDeleteWonderful examples. The hats are so sweet. And I'm especially fond of the housecoat - so much more attractive than my old terrycloth!
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