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A Farm of My Own:  Farmgirl overalls  |
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thehouseminder
True Blue Farmgirl
361 Posts
USA
361 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 1:22:35 PM
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I have numerous different pairs of overalls including Carharts, Liberty's, hickory stripes. I even have two pair of Looney Toons: one featuring Marving the Martian and the other with Tweety.
I do wear them to the store. I like to put a tee shirt or blouse underneath and then top the outfit off with a beaded or colorful cardigan sweater. Very stylish!!!
My favorites are also the ones made so briefly by L. L. Bean. They were great for petites.
I've though about sewing my own bu GEEEEZZZ they have something like 57 separate pieces. I can already envision going through a whole pack of sewing machine needles before I have one pair done.
Lucinda
Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps, Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvest reaps. ---Bronson Alcott
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TheSoapMaven
True Blue Farmgirl
691 Posts
Susan
LA
USA
691 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 4:20:33 PM
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Lucinda wrote: My favorites are also the ones made so briefly by L. L. Bean. They were great for petites.
Me too...so sad. I complained and complained...but they wouldnt bring them back. They are my "uniform"...I love their jeans too. I have on a pair of the Adirondack's (new) and love them. Roomy seat! A must!
Susan
Proprietress of Dahlem's Soapworks http://www.thesoapmaven.com
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sleepless reader
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
CA
USA
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Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 7:52:18 PM
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Susan, thanks for the info on the Adirondaks! I was thinking about ordering them and now I will! I can use the room in the seat! hehehe Does the size run pretty true, or would you advise to order up/down? I missed the boat on the LL overalls. I called and begged too. No luck, so I just had to covet my neighbor's overalls!
Maybe we should send them an onslaught of inquiries and convince them that they should make them again.
Sharon
Life is messy. Wear your apron! |
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theherblady
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Jan
Glasford
Illinois
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - Oct 04 2005 : 10:42:11 AM
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I found another pair of 'alls at a garage sale last Sat! They are tan and made of a light fabric...but good to throw on while it still is warm outside~~I wore them to do some plant transferring and they got really dirty..I washed them as soon as I took them off~~and all the dirt came out! Not bad for $1.
Jan |
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Kay in Kentucky
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Kay
Dunnville
Kentucky
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2005 : 4:09:45 PM
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Hi;
I am sitting in my bibs writing this they are so comfy, my Aunt Hilda years and years ago when ladies didn't wear pants had her own pair and her own tools like hammer and folding ruler to go in the pockets. She was a hoot, climbed up on the roof with the men and hammered roof shingles on with the best of them then cooked supper and got ready for Sunday Church meeting in her lace and pokadot dress. Great Gal. I am getting a pair of coveralls for winter too.
Yes they make insulated coveralls and they are warm the people with the skidoos wear 'em scoot'n over the snow up north.
Kay
My blog;
http://oakspringfarm.blogspot.com |
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MeadowLark
True Blue Farmgirl
2206 Posts
USA
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Posted - Oct 13 2005 : 4:24:18 PM
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Welcome Kay to the forum! I love your story about your Aunt Hilda! She sounds like a true blue farmgirl! So glad you are joining in on our discussions! Jenny from Kansas
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 09:08:26 AM
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I don't own a pair of overalls .. but when we lived in Evergreen, Colorado .. i had a pair that i eventually cut the knees out of and wore them as 'shorts' overalls .. they became my 'uniform'.
I would like a pair or two again .. and don't mind paying a lot of money if they are very durable (and yes .. CUTE!) i don't want 'designer' overalls .. just really good quality like would be sold at Lands End or Eddie Bauer .. do they even sell them? I'll have to go check on-line. Any one have any other sources?
I find that now, i tend to live in ankle-length blue jean skirts and shirts .. and would like to add some 'britches' to my wardrobe. (gotta' have my 'gypsy' clothes for dress-up though!) |
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MeadowLark
True Blue Farmgirl
2206 Posts
USA
2206 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 1:31:25 PM
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I just had a thought....what about farmgirl 'alls with a built in apron? Call them..."Built In Alls" The alls could be dressy with a dressy retro print half apron attached...utilitarian with a canvas or duck fabric apron with a big pocket and party/glam alls with a sequin tulle sparkle half apron? What do ya think girls? Would this idea fly?
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
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Eileen
True Blue Farmgirl
1199 Posts
Eileen
USA
1199 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 3:04:34 PM
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OH Meadowlark,
What fun that would be. As it is I spend a lot of time in my kitchen in my overalls with an apron on!!! Had to sew the fly front closed on the new Pointer brand Ones I got because the doornob on the cupboard kept grabbing me by the fly!!! Ha Ha. The Apron also solved this problem but just getting a drink of water was a challenge.
Tee Hee.
Eileen
Songbird; singing joy to the earth |
Edited by - Eileen on Oct 20 2005 2:54:37 PM |
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MeadowLark
True Blue Farmgirl
2206 Posts
USA
2206 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 3:10:15 PM
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Eileen,  You crack me up! I have problems with the little tag thingy on the hip that is supposed to hold a hammer catching on the nobs and corners of cabinet doors.
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
146 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 6:51:36 PM
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I want a pair!!!!!!!!
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2005 : 7:14:16 PM
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I have walked fast past a cabinet or fence, or whatever and been jerked back because of that hammer loop!!! I always sew closed the fly on my overalls that don't zip..and most don't.I have done the same thing!!
Jenny in Utah
Put all your eggs in one basket..and then watch that basket!! Mark Twain |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
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Eileen
True Blue Farmgirl
1199 Posts
Eileen
USA
1199 Posts |
Posted - Oct 20 2005 : 2:58:22 PM
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Glad to know I am not the only one to get grabbed by the "Alls"
Eileen
There may still be time to get in on the pointer brand sale. Back at the beginning of this topic there is a link directly to the low back sale. Cant beat 10.95 for a great pair of Alls even ifn ya do hafta sew up the fly thingy!
Eileen
Songbird; singing joy to the earth |
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Oct 23 2005 : 5:24:41 PM
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In our home we call the "hammer loop" a "come 'er". You grab on to it and say to the wearer, "come 'er". I like the installed apron idea, Meadowlark!
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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HomesteadHerbs
Farmgirl in Training
27 Posts
Christine
Hockley
TX
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Posted - Oct 24 2005 : 06:52:11 AM
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OHHH...I would love to wear overalls (I lived in them as a young girl), but they are always capris on me due to my height! This is fine in the summer...but in the winter I would like to cover all of my legs! I'm 6'1"...and men's overalls usually are huge on me (about 180 lbs)! Any suggestions on what would fit me!
Growing, using, and learning about herbs. Living a Godly simple life! |
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Eileen
True Blue Farmgirl
1199 Posts
Eileen
USA
1199 Posts |
Posted - Oct 24 2005 : 09:06:58 AM
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Christine,
Look at the pointer brand on line catalogue. They sell theirs by the length and waist sizes so you could get just what you need. I have the same problem with most other brands. If they fit in the waist they are too long in the crotch. These pointer brand ones I got fit like they should fit. Like a new pair of comfortable pants would fit.
Eileen
Songbird; singing joy to the earth |
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phillytoo
Farmgirl in Training
18 Posts
Phyllis
Canton
MI
USA
18 Posts |
Posted - Oct 27 2005 : 5:51:40 PM
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Susan
Proprietress of Dahlem's Soapworks http://www.thesoapmaven.com
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I know this is "off topic" but I just had to comment on your website, Susan. I just visited it and am really impressed at how nice the website is arranged and the products look. I'm gonna have to place an order just to try some of those enticing scents.
Your one daughter looks just like you too.
OK--back to topic (sort of)... do your girls like to wear overalls too? |
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owwlady
True Blue Farmgirl
899 Posts
Jan
Tomahawk
WI
USA
899 Posts |
Posted - Oct 28 2005 : 3:45:09 PM
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| Christine, I'm 5'2'' and everything hangs on the floor on me. How about if the part I have to cut off the pants, I'll send to you to sew on the bottom of yours!! Two problems solved! Jan |
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HomesteadHerbs
Farmgirl in Training
27 Posts
Christine
Hockley
TX
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Posted - Oct 31 2005 : 10:31:12 AM
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Jan,
Done deal!
And wouldn't I look so farmgirlish with overalls with different shades of denim/material! I love it! (That's one of the things I love about the country....don't have to worry about what they neighbors think about your clothing style!)
Christine
Growing, using, and learning about herbs. Living a Godly simple life! |
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HomesteadHerbs
Farmgirl in Training
27 Posts
Christine
Hockley
TX
27 Posts |
Posted - Oct 31 2005 : 10:33:14 AM
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Eileen,
THANK YOU so much for the Pointer Brand catalogue! I love it. I'm ordering a pair! What a treasure!
Christine
Growing, using, and learning about herbs. Living a Godly simple life! |
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TheSoapMaven
True Blue Farmgirl
691 Posts
Susan
LA
USA
691 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2005 : 12:55:13 AM
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I know this is "off topic" but I just had to comment on your website, Susan. I just visited it and am really impressed at how nice the website is arranged and the products look. I'm gonna have to place an order just to try some of those enticing scents.
Your one daughter looks just like you too.
OK--back to topic (sort of)... do your girls like to wear overalls too?
Thank you - sorry it's taken me so long to respond...I am a busy bee!!! in my overalls! My girls dont wear overalls but my sweet husband does. We always have!
Susan
Proprietress of Dahlem's Soapworks http://www.thesoapmaven.com
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Whimsy_girl
True Blue Farmgirl
576 Posts
USA
576 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2005 : 7:22:53 PM
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You are all going to think this is nuts, but I have several pairs and my favorites are Calvin Klien.. I know weird huh? they are comfortable and have survived 2 years of me on my knees in the garden and crawling across carpet after toddlers, and not a thin patch in the knees yet... the adjustable dealies have a huge range so I could wear them through both of my pregnancies too.
you can be oh so smart, or you can be oh so positive. I wasted a lot of time being smart I prefer being positive. |
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CountryGirl85
True Blue Farmgirl
225 Posts
Laura
Oswego
IL
USA
225 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2005 : 12:44:04 AM
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I just read over all (no pun intended!) this overall talk and I'm so excited! I don't have any and really need to get me a pair! Sadly, the link no longer works for the discounted pointer brand ones.  I'm definitely checking at the thrift stores! And I saw some full price at Old Navy not too long ago, so I'll have to check back there on the rack with my favorite word...CLEARANCE! |
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twigs
True Blue Farmgirl
52 Posts
tiffany
lacie
ky
USA
52 Posts |
Posted - Dec 20 2005 : 09:22:20 AM
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well im big boned and tall so i find mine at CATO
May you be surrounded by the things of olde that make you feel like a treasure! |
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