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Whatever term you choose, it still makes perfect economic sense.ĭuring World War Two, clothes rationing come into effect in Britain on the 1st June, 1941, lasting until March, 1949. Home dressmaking became extremely popular in the 1940s. In recent times, this approach to needlecraft has returned, although is now referred to as ‘upcycling’ or the ‘pre-loved, re-loved’ trend. These books are superb examples of the 1940s ‘Make Do and Mend’ culture. A trend borne out of economic necessity and inspired by government legislation. (Photo by The National Archives/SSPL/Getty Images)

‘Make Do & Mend’ World War Two poster.

Mum had struck gold again and I am very grateful that she combs her local charity shops on a regular basis. The Pictorial Guide to Modern Home Needlecraft (1946) and The Complete Book of Sewing: Dressmaking and Sewing For The Home Made Easy by Constance Talbot (1948). Lurking behind a glut of seventies kitsch my mum (Queen of retro scavenging!) found two cloth-bound publications. She had a ‘hunch’ they might be something special and was right. (Photo by Daily Herald Archive/SSPL/Getty Images)Įvery now and again, scavenging in local charity shops pays dividends.

World War Two Utility clothing for women, c.1942.

Those shown in the picture were designed by Norman Hartnell (Photo by James Jarche/Popperfoto/Getty Images) The Complete Book of Sewing by Constance Talbot (1948).