How Do You Purchase A Vintage Butterick Pattern?
Butterick patterns were first published in 1867. Butterick was the first company to produce instruction sheets and print dress patterns on tissue paper. Vintage patterns from Butterick have become collectibles for both sewers and lovers of vintage clothing. Those who collect for sewing are more interested in the pattern pieces themselves, and the clothing fans love the pattern packets with their colorful illustrations. There are a variety of places to find vintage patterns, from almost free to very expensive. Your final price almost always depends upon how much work you are willing to do in searching for your treasures. Decide what type of pattern you are going to collect. If you are a fan of a certain era of clothing, like the 1930s or the 1950s, look for these Butterick patterns. Children’s patterns are popular but harder to find intact, as many patterns were used repeatedly for making a child’s wardrobe. Find your pattern style before you begin to look. Research online auctions to f
