Just a quick update in case you’ve been following the last two posts about my attempt to make a dress for my granddaughter (age 17). Her interest in trying to find a vintage dress from the 1950s led us to finding a retro pattern at JoAnn’s to make such a dress. The previous posts included understanding the difference between vintage and retro, and the steps I went through to actually make the dress. (See: https://marykisner.com/understanding-antique-vintage-and-retro-clothing/ and https://marykisner.com/making-a-retro-1952-dress/)
I mailed the dress to my granddaughter in California and held my breath. Would it fit? Would it require major adjustments? Would she like it?
Yesterday I received pictures and a heartfelt message that it was “wonderful” and “Thank you so much!” Very rewarding to connect with my granddaughter this way! Made my day!
This grandma is very pleased! I just might have to try some more Retro clothing.