I wish I had taken this course before I unfolded several factory folded 40’s patterns on a live stream with my wife. Not that she holds a grudge about it… (Morgan Freeman narrating - “She does, in fact, hold a huge grudge about it)
I remember Joy (CoPA director) telling me the older generation of pattern collectors were really picky about FF. They were buying them to collect NOT to sew and FF was holy grail. I'm still not sure I understand this attitude. As long as it is all there and not hacked up, it is still just as good in my eyes.
I feel the same way. But I know at the beginning of my selling career I couldn't really tell what was and wasn't FF, so I figured this video would be helpful.
I was too! I found a seller that had a ton of '60's Simplicity patterns that were FF. I bought more than I will be able to sew so in that case I am a bit of a collector. But Simplicity is not worth as much as some Vogue patterns. The quandary I'm in now is that the Vogue designer FF I purchased I want to make but I hate to unfold them. I trace all my patterns so I won't cut them apart but they won't legitimately call them FF.
I often see patterns in charity shops but I never know whether to look because how do I know it’s all there and stuff it’s scary! This was so interesting though I loved this and learning more about this such a good video xx
Thanks for this video Stephanie. I knew how to tell printed patterns as FF as I have been sewing since the late '60's. But when I purchased a few unprinted ones I couldn't be sure. I also greatly appreciated your video on how to use unprinted patterns as all those perforations did not make alot of sense.
I bought thousands of 70’s patterns that are ALL factory folded from a elderly lady. She was a seamstress who had bought out a store that was going out of business. They are stuffed in about 12 big plastic containers. I also got new zippers, trims and buttons. I sold most of the buttons. I’m slowly selling them on etsy.
Ah, factory mistakes. Such fun. I had an occasion on a recent pattern - from 2017 - where I had three of the sheet that had the front/back pieces but none of the rest of the pattern. And when I called to find out about getting the rest of it was essentially told "oh well, you need to buy a new one." I haven't bought patterns from that company since then.
NO WAY?! That is insane! If I (as a vintage pattern seller) screw up the count on a pattern and someone tells me that I messed up, iI1000% own the mistake, refund and offer a replacement. I am so sorry you had to go through that.
I am that talented seamstress that puts it away perfectly after looking at it 😂 if I've cut it there's obviously never going back, but I like the challenge of getting everything to fit back in the envelope 😏
Decades after I die, some vintage pattern lover is going to have a field day with my lot. I have literally hundreds of factory folded patterns from 2008 on. Yes, I have a problem. Now I'll have to go back through my vintage patterns to see which ones are factory folded.
I have come across a few factory folded patterns that were already cut into pieces. I can't remember the brand but they were from the late 60s if I remember. Do you know anything about that era of factory cut and folded?
Can you please explain what E.S.P. means on a Simplicity Pattern. It stands for Extra-Sure Pattern but I am not sure what that means. I have it on a 1981 pattern.
Honestly? It is just another acronym created by the pattern companies to making sewing seem more achievable. “Extra Sure” probably implying that you don’t have to make alterations (which we all know is incorrect even on the simplest of patterns.
Love! Great video! ...What do you think about slopers and flat patterning versus draping on mannequins? Also do you consider the vintage pattern covers to be artistic as in .... not realistic as far as what they really do look like on? I often buy a vintage pattern cause the art on it mesmerizes me. I wanna be the lady who can iron and refold a pattern so well that it looks factory folded. How do they do that!?
Oh such excellent questions, I shall have to ponder on these. Although I will say I 1000% buy for the artwork sometimes. And they did it through LOTS of practice (even I am not that good).
If you want that amazing robe, I say USE IT! I have used FF patterns before, then when I am done I just iron them nicely again and replace it. You haven’t hurt the pattern by using it. 😊
I came across 3 large boxes of vintage patterns. Some have been cut and put back in the packet but are wrinkled. Should I iron them out and put them back in the envelope or just sell them the way she has them in the packet?
If you want to sell them I advise checking them for completeness, then fitting them back into the envelope. If the original folds are clean, no need to repress. If the folds are messy or bulky, iron the pieces as needed.
*cough cough* totally didn’t buy a pattern from a thrift store, open it, think to myself “this seems really neat..... look it is even wrapped in tissue paper.... and look how neatly square it is... how sweet” then proceed to open it up completely............whoops
I wish I had taken this course before I unfolded several factory folded 40’s patterns on a live stream with my wife. Not that she holds a grudge about it…
(Morgan Freeman narrating - “She does, in fact, hold a huge grudge about it)
I remember Joy (CoPA director) telling me the older generation of pattern collectors were really picky about FF. They were buying them to collect NOT to sew and FF was holy grail. I'm still not sure I understand this attitude. As long as it is all there and not hacked up, it is still just as good in my eyes.
I feel the same way. But I know at the beginning of my selling career I couldn't really tell what was and wasn't FF, so I figured this video would be helpful.
@@StephanieCanada I do think it is helpful (and clearly so do others :) )
This was actually SUPER informational and very interesting to watch!
Thank you so much!
I was thrilled when I opened up my first vintage pattern that was actually FF and still wrapped in tissue.
It is an amazing feeling! I never get over it.
I was too! I found a seller that had a ton of '60's Simplicity patterns that were FF. I bought more than I will be able to sew so in that case I am a bit of a collector. But Simplicity is not worth as much as some Vogue patterns. The quandary I'm in now is that the Vogue designer FF I purchased I want to make but I hate to unfold them. I trace all my patterns so I won't cut them apart but they won't legitimately call them FF.
A few videos ago I said I wasn't necessarily here for archival videos themselves, but I lied, this video was great
Thanks! I have had just had so many questions about patterns that this one felt necessary.
I never understood the importance before. Thank you
You are certainly welcome! Happy to help.
I often see patterns in charity shops but I never know whether to look because how do I know it’s all there and stuff it’s scary! This was so interesting though I loved this and learning more about this such a good video xx
Oh I love finding patterns in the wild, especially factory folded ones! I am glad I provided some useful information for you.😀
@@StephanieCanada definitely going to have a look next time I might get lucky xx
Thanks for this video Stephanie. I knew how to tell printed patterns as FF as I have been sewing since the late '60's. But when I purchased a few unprinted ones I couldn't be sure. I also greatly appreciated your video on how to use unprinted patterns as all those perforations did not make alot of sense.
I bought thousands of 70’s patterns that are ALL factory folded from a elderly lady. She was a seamstress who had bought out a store that was going out of business. They are stuffed in about 12 big plastic containers. I also got new zippers, trims and buttons. I sold most of the buttons. I’m slowly selling them on etsy.
Good for you!! Some of those 70’s patterns are very desirable.
Ah, factory mistakes. Such fun. I had an occasion on a recent pattern - from 2017 - where I had three of the sheet that had the front/back pieces but none of the rest of the pattern. And when I called to find out about getting the rest of it was essentially told "oh well, you need to buy a new one." I haven't bought patterns from that company since then.
NO WAY?! That is insane! If I (as a vintage pattern seller) screw up the count on a pattern and someone tells me that I messed up, iI1000% own the mistake, refund and offer a replacement. I am so sorry you had to go through that.
I am that talented seamstress that puts it away perfectly after looking at it 😂 if I've cut it there's obviously never going back, but I like the challenge of getting everything to fit back in the envelope 😏
NICE!! I can do it sometimes but it isn’t perfect by any stretch.
My mother in law is going to love this channel!!
Aww yeah! Send her on over. I love to have new folks around.
Completely Complete. Love that line.
It is such a good feeling too.
Thanks for clarifying! Love your channel!
Thank you so much!
Decades after I die, some vintage pattern lover is going to have a field day with my lot. I have literally hundreds of factory folded patterns from 2008 on. Yes, I have a problem.
Now I'll have to go back through my vintage patterns to see which ones are factory folded.
I feel the same about my huge stash! I hope my daughter enjoys sewing.
I have come across a few factory folded patterns that were already cut into pieces. I can't remember the brand but they were from the late 60s if I remember. Do you know anything about that era of factory cut and folded?
Can you please explain what E.S.P. means on a Simplicity Pattern. It stands for Extra-Sure Pattern but I am not sure what that means. I have it on a 1981 pattern.
Honestly? It is just another acronym created by the pattern companies to making sewing seem more achievable. “Extra Sure” probably implying that you don’t have to make alterations (which we all know is incorrect even on the simplest of patterns.
Love! Great video! ...What do you think about slopers and flat patterning versus draping on mannequins? Also do you consider the vintage pattern covers to be artistic as in .... not realistic as far as what they really do look like on? I often buy a vintage pattern cause the art on it mesmerizes me. I wanna be the lady who can iron and refold a pattern so well that it looks factory folded. How do they do that!?
Oh such excellent questions, I shall have to ponder on these. Although I will say I 1000% buy for the artwork sometimes. And they did it through LOTS of practice (even I am not that good).
I have a late 40s robe pattern I paid a decent amount of money for to actually use and now I think it is FF. Should I still use it or lock it away?
If you want that amazing robe, I say USE IT! I have used FF patterns before, then when I am done I just iron them nicely again and replace it. You haven’t hurt the pattern by using it. 😊
Take a drink everytime she says "Factory folded" 😂❤
I came across 3 large boxes of vintage patterns. Some have been cut and put back in the packet but are wrinkled. Should I iron them out and put them back in the envelope or just sell them the way she has them in the packet?
If you want to sell them I advise checking them for completeness, then fitting them back into the envelope. If the original folds are clean, no need to repress. If the folds are messy or bulky, iron the pieces as needed.
@@StephanieCanada thank you so much! I have a lot to learn. I absolutely love your videos. 🥰
I realize I am super late to the party here, but what if you actually plan on using the thing?
I say USE IT! Patterns were made to be used. You got this!
To you and all other pattern sellers: I unfold my patterns, trace them, and fold them back up so carefully that they look FF. You can't catch meeee!
As always, you are very educational and interesting. Keep up the sarcasm 😆
Thank you so much! Sarcasm comes free with all subscriptions, just sometimes have to reign it in on informational videos. 😂
*cough cough* totally didn’t buy a pattern from a thrift store, open it, think to myself “this seems really neat..... look it is even wrapped in tissue paper.... and look how neatly square it is... how sweet” then proceed to open it up completely............whoops
It’s all good! Trust me, I have made plenty of mistakes over the years. Just have to keep learning, that is all.