I am CarmencitaB. I collect and sew patterns from the 60's and 70's. I am self taught. I've been reading Sew Retro for a long time and just now got the moxy to contribute. On display is the ultimate 60's dress, a Mondrian by Yves St-Laurent. The pattern is Vogue 1557, a prized possession. http://www.carmencitab.com