1980s Cathy Smith Antique Quilt Vest
Fabricated in the studio of Cathy Smith from the usable remnants of a damged Depression Era cotton Quilt (quilt by Helen Cooper in Clarksville, VA)
Original Cathy Smith hangtag with the vest and the original quilt maker’s info is still attached.
Fully lined in a cotton ditsy and is reversible.
No fasteners
Maker: Cathy Smith of Severna Park, MD, a quilt Historian and collector who designed and produced one of a kind quilted vests by using the salvageable portions of damaged antique quilts found in CT, PA, MO, and MD.
Condition: Very good. As this was made from a salvaged quilt there are a few light discolations which should be consdidered a part of this piece’s history. No major stains and no holes. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: Large. Looks to best suit a modern Small/Medium. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 13” edge to edge
Bust: 37”
Sweep: 35”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 19.5” in front
CB Length: 16 3/4”
Armscye: 22”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Fabricated in the studio of Cathy Smith from the usable remnants of a damged Depression Era cotton Quilt (quilt by Helen Cooper in Clarksville, VA)
Original Cathy Smith hangtag with the vest and the original quilt maker’s info is still attached.
Fully lined in a cotton ditsy and is reversible.
No fasteners
Maker: Cathy Smith of Severna Park, MD, a quilt Historian and collector who designed and produced one of a kind quilted vests by using the salvageable portions of damaged antique quilts found in CT, PA, MO, and MD.
Condition: Very good. As this was made from a salvaged quilt there are a few light discolations which should be consdidered a part of this piece’s history. No major stains and no holes. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: Large. Looks to best suit a modern Small/Medium. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 13” edge to edge
Bust: 37”
Sweep: 35”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 19.5” in front
CB Length: 16 3/4”
Armscye: 22”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Fabricated in the studio of Cathy Smith from the usable remnants of a damged Depression Era cotton Quilt (quilt by Helen Cooper in Clarksville, VA)
Original Cathy Smith hangtag with the vest and the original quilt maker’s info is still attached.
Fully lined in a cotton ditsy and is reversible.
No fasteners
Maker: Cathy Smith of Severna Park, MD, a quilt Historian and collector who designed and produced one of a kind quilted vests by using the salvageable portions of damaged antique quilts found in CT, PA, MO, and MD.
Condition: Very good. As this was made from a salvaged quilt there are a few light discolations which should be consdidered a part of this piece’s history. No major stains and no holes. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: Large. Looks to best suit a modern Small/Medium. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 13” edge to edge
Bust: 37”
Sweep: 35”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 19.5” in front
CB Length: 16 3/4”
Armscye: 22”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
