20th Century Era Sewing History

The Quilting & Sewing Resource Library

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Learn all about those beautiful dresses and fabrics from the 1920’s, 1930’s, 1940’s, and beyond. The history of sewing during the 20th century is quite impressive. Learn all about those nifty feed sacks that were used to make dresses, underwear, and aprons, as well as common patterns from the time period. And of course, you can see examples of beautiful dresses from that nostalgic era.

Those Gorgeous 1930’s Reproduction Fabrics

Is there anything prettier than a row of fabric bolts full of 1930s reproduction fabrics?

So, Who Invented the Sewing Machine Anyway?

Have you ever thought about who invented the sewing machine? Maybe you think it was

Feed Sack Fabric

We have all seen the 1930s reproduction fabric in the quilt shops but did you

For many years, Nancy’s Notions was the place was the place to find education and inspiration. We are happy to announce that it is still exactly that! Stop by Nancy’s Notions to find more information on all things sewing and quilting. Our Library of Sewing Information is sure to have exactly what you are looking for!

Nancy Zieman is an unforgettable woman and visionary who made an indelible mark on the sewing and quilting world. Though she passed away in 2017, her legacy will abide in the millions that she taught and touched. Nancy was born and raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin to parents Ralph and Barbara Luedtke, and later graduated with a double major in home economics and journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She married Richard Zieman in 1977. Many of the jobs early in Nancy’s career centered around her love of sewing, including working for a sewing store in Chicago and freelancing as a sewing instructor in Minnesota.