Vintage Starlet: Dreaming of Gingham ~ A Gingham Inspiration Post

Sunday, November 12, 2023

Dreaming of Gingham ~ A Gingham Inspiration Post

Recently, my friend gave me a bunch of fabric that her tia had before her passing. The majority of the fabric was from the 80s, mostly calico flowers, which I love. Then there were a bunch of various colors of gingham!

Gingham is one of those fabric prints that automatically feel "vintage". It often transcends the wearer to simpler times gone by, on the farm or in a field, back to days of youthful joy. The summer sun shining down on you... Winter hasn't even arrived yet and I am already dreaming of Summer again.

The solid blocking may help me with my limited amount of fabric!

Unfortunately, the fabric pieces I received are mostly remnants and it is doubtful I will be able to make a whole outfit or even a dress out of them. Not to mention, because they are "newer" they are made of a poly fabric and not a cool and airy cotton. This of course, did not stop me from searching for some fashion inspiration. Looking for some possibilities of what I could make with the amount I had per color (and gingham size) and what I would love to make if I had enough fabric. I found some wonderful inspiration, including some from fellow bloggers who can be seen wearing either genuine vintage gingham or self made gingham fashions.

http://vintagegal.co.uk/vintage-craft/ethically-produced-1940s-gingham-dress/

https://mssamwearsdresses.blogspot.com/2018/11/vintage-look-1940s-green-gingham.html

I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I do. Now to figure out what I can make while dreaming of Summer days (all while it is still in the low 80s here in Las Vegas - in November!)