Mrs C is doing the costuming for a new musical, ‘Lonely Hearts’, which is based on Raymond Fernandez & Martha Beck, the original Lonely Hearts serial killers from the late 1940s/early 50s. The costuming is all being designed and sewn with as much historical accuracy as you can aspire to within the confines of the theatre (quick changes, actors playing multiple rolls etc.).  I lent Mrs C all my 40s patterns and my mid-century fashion books and she’s been calling me up and asking about covered buckles and zips (yep, totally accurate for the 40s).  And she asked if I would be able to help with the sewing – so I said I would do the wedding dress. I’m using one of Grandma’s 1940s patterns: Isn’t it gorgeous?  Perfect early late 40s/early 50s styling with that sweetheart neckline and princess seamed front!  The pattern still has my Grandmother’s alterations, so I know she made it up. I’m making it with longish sleeves, and in waltz length. The actress who will be wearing it isn’t a …