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Soft Opening

5/21/2013

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Hello! Hello! I'm so excited to share a project I've been working on and the next step for this site. But, before I go any further, I want to make sure to say that I expect blogging to be business as usual around here. I view this latest "WIP" as a supplement to the blog and a way to accommodate and enable my love and accumulation of vintage sewing patterns. It, by no means, will be the new focus of Tres Bien Ensemble. You can expect the same knitting and sewing and such that has been the template for the creation of this platform.  
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Alrighty then. It's a not so well kept secret that I have a large number of sewing patterns- Far more than I will ever be able to use in my lifetime. I started collecting them years before I started sewing and I haven't stopped since. Due to several bulk pattern acquisitions, I'm verging on running out of places to put them. I've tried to quit them; it didn't work. So, I'm going to try something new. If you're viewing this post in a browser window or on a mobile device, you'll note an addition to the navigation bar Tres Bien Ensemble *Pattern Shop*
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I am finally organized enough to start listing patterns. Presently, I have a small group posted.  Hovering over the Pattern Shop produces a series of drop down menus, wherein patterns can be viewed by different categories. In theory, each pattern falls under four separate sub-groups. Within each of these groups, patterns will ALWAYS be listed alphabetically by manufacturer, and then by number.  
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In addition to the navigation bar, there is a link at the top of each sub-page to help you get back to the shop storefront. It's my goal to keep things as easy to navigate as possible. I'm working on trying to add a "scroll to top" sidebar feature to help with maneuverability as the pages become more densely stocked, but it remains to be determined whether I'll be able to incorporate it.  Accompanying each pattern there is a series of three images showing the front envelop, back envelop and pattern pieces of each pattern. Additionally, I've included the envelop description when available and tried to provide a brief subjective grading of condition. 
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I'm in completely new territory with this project. I've decided to host and operate my own shop for a number of reasons. To start, I want to count and photograph each pattern ONE TIME, and not have to deal with re-listing weekly, as on eBay; I certainly want to clear room for more patterns, but I'm not in a hurry and don't need to get rid of anything quickly, (this is why the patterns are priced based on market comparable  not auction prices).  Also, I'd rather skip the middleman.  For now, the plan is to continue to add patterns monthly. I will likely do one post, on a Saturday each month noting shop updates. Aside from that, I'll be updating the shop Pinterest board as I add inventory. I've never created an online shop before, and I'm still getting my footing. I'm optimistic it will continue to be a fun and challenging project. If you have a minute to click around, I'd love to hear how the shop/links are working and any suggestions you have. I've tried to be meticulous with the organization; but it's a bit like proofreading your own writing. 
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randipants link
5/21/2013 08:21:28 am

Neat idea! I don't sew myself, but I'll definitely spread the word among my friends who do.

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Nat @ Made in Home link
5/21/2013 08:49:27 am

Amazing idea! Will definitely check it out! Will you be listing some patterns that yuou have made but will not make again?

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Lisa link
5/21/2013 08:51:53 am

This is awesome! Congratulations on this new venture!

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Mary link
5/21/2013 10:43:51 am

Oh that's awesome!! Can't wait to check out!

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Alicia link
5/21/2013 11:12:23 am

Looks great to me, good luck with your new adventure!

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Sally @ thequirkypeach link
5/21/2013 12:22:21 pm

Michelle, this is great! Way to be an entrepreneur! I loved clicking through your patterns - I have one suggestion - perhaps list size by bust instead of size? Depending on the year and manufacturer, the bust size changes dramatically between "sizes" - it would be easier for me to find all the patterns in my size if they were listed that way - just a thought :) Again, this is really cool!

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Jennifer Lauren Vintage link
5/21/2013 02:41:51 pm

Awesome Michelle! I look forward to seeing what you have in your pattern stash. I also have a ton but can't give any up yet, I still have to make a lot of them first!

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Lelie link
5/21/2013 06:05:49 pm

How lovely! I'm looking forward to browsing through the patterns. But that will be for in the evening, now I'm off to work :) But I'll be back

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katie metzroth link
5/22/2013 04:11:55 am

super fun! kudos on the easy navigation! - I used the View All feature. This really makes me want to learn to sew so I can make myself a Mad Men dress.... (new year's resolution 2014?). Is there any way to compare the sizes of the patterns with inches or something so one might know what size they are for that pattern? (keeping in mind that I dont yet sew so I'm not really your audience.)
This looks great to me!!! Can you make yourself a McCall's 8227 so I can ooohhh and ahhh over it? :-) best of luck in your new venture!!!!!

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Stephanie link
5/22/2013 05:08:54 am

Oh I love this idea! You have so many beautiful patterns, I've already seen so many that are gorgeous! Good luck with your new project :)

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Pumpkin link
5/23/2013 11:15:41 am

What a seriously great idea! You will be sharing some of your treasures with other people, I'm sure that you have patterns that someone has been searching high and low for a particular pattern (I actually have been, so I'll take a look!). You also implemented this so well, you must be a web design expert!

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Spinster Beth link
5/29/2013 08:43:49 am

Congratulations on your newest venture! I don't sew (I can seam a sweater, hem pants, that's about it), but I love the idea of having a pattern store!

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Jessie link
5/30/2013 08:04:36 am

Congrats on starting your own shop! It looks great. I'm so addicted to vintage patterns, I wish my skill level was up to par to make them! BurdaStyle is my guilty pleasure... good luck with the shop!

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