This week I learned all about Helen Lee who was, amongst other things, a McCalls Pattern designer. Not only did I learn about her, I also fell in love with her aesthetic. I just love the way that her designs are sophisticated and chic, but still absolutely appropriate for children.
Her designs were characterised by their simplicity and detail - peter pan collars, lace and ribbon trim.
Look at how gorgeous these are...
Her designs were characterised by their simplicity and detail - peter pan collars, lace and ribbon trim.
Look at how gorgeous these are...
This week I have been inspired the patterns of Helen Lee...
Piped peter pan collar and matching cuffs, button detail with hand stitched loops, super short and paired with knee socks...
Piped peter pan collar and matching cuffs, button detail with hand stitched loops, super short and paired with knee socks...
As an aside, how did little girls play in these outfits without showing the entire world their underwear?
Poor old Lizzy - she looks so sad in these photos - we did have some fun, I promise!
Poor old Lizzy - she looks so sad in these photos - we did have some fun, I promise!
Caroline
PS - I couldn't resist 'vintaging up' these photos with Pixlr. Of course, I was inspired to create an authentic sixties feel, not to fix up some of the most truly awful photos I've ever taken. Ahem...
How long do you think it'll be till we look back on faux vintage and laugh???
How long do you think it'll be till we look back on faux vintage and laugh???
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