Your Bathing Suit for 1014
May Manton explains affordable ways to craft fashionable 1914 bathing suits. The guide emphasizes simple patterns and readily available fabrics to achieve the latest style without high cost, offering practical sewing tips and inspiration.
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Summer beach suit styles and materials for sewing
The article advises materials fit for salt water and not clingy when wet. It praises silks satins and mohair, recommends Roman striped ribbons and silk trims, and outlines a two tier satin beach gown with a dainty head cap. It notes patterns ease fitting, cost efficiency, and fabric quantities for satin mohair and ribbon use.
Fashionable bathing costumes captivate this season
An article describes slender bathing suit fashions using silk and mohair, including two piece skirts with open or closed side effects. It notes black satin with white trim, dark blue, brown, and tan colors, and highlights simple, athletic designs for boys and practical dresses for girls with bloomers.