RandomAssortment

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Valerie on 14 Mar, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Lovely pattern. Fantastic service. Thank you

Uncut “Six Sew Easy” Flared Wrapped Dress Pattern. Butterick B5030. Multi-size BB Bust 80 to 92cm. English and French. Factory folds.

Uncut “Six Sew Easy” Flared Wrapped Dress Pattern. Butterick B5030. Multi-size BB Bust 80 to 92cm. English and French. Factory folds.
NATALI on 06 Jan, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Thanks a lot. I received it in a very good condition. Very happy.

60s Wedding Dress and Bonnet Pattern - Style 2659. Panelled wedding and bridesmaids dresses with strand collar. Bust 36”. A-line dress

60s Wedding Dress and Bonnet Pattern - Style 2659. Panelled wedding and bridesmaids dresses with strand collar. Bust 36”. A-line dress
Wanda on 06 Jun, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully packaged and great service, thank you.

60s Rare Vogue Special Design A-line evening or cocktail dress in two lengths with stole. Vogue 6821. Bust 36” 91cm.

60s Rare Vogue Special Design A-line evening or cocktail dress in two lengths with stole. Vogue 6821. Bust 36” 91cm.
Natasha on 14 Apr, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful book will buy from seller again

40s Illustrated Butterfly Book - E.B Ford - First Edition - 1945 -The New Naturalist - A survey of British Natural History

40s Illustrated Butterfly Book - E.B Ford - First Edition - 1945 -The New Naturalist - A survey of British Natural History
Anne-Marie on 03 Apr, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

this brutalist looking Daisy Sunburst brooch ius one of my favorite. It has a good size. it is a statement brooch noticable by all my friends. It arrived on time and it was well packed. Am

Capri Signed Modernist Daisy Sunburst Brooch - 70s Jewellery - Big Beautiful Brooch

Capri Signed Modernist Daisy Sunburst Brooch - 70s Jewellery - Big Beautiful Brooch
Larry on 10 Mar, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Timely shipping and a fair price...what more can you ask.

Robert Heinlein ‘Tunnel in the Sky’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan in 1973. Paperback.

Robert Heinlein ‘Tunnel in the Sky’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan in 1973. Paperback.
Larry on 10 Mar, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Great all the way around. I've found better quality and service on my Etsy purchases of books than most other online purchases, and this one was no exception.

Robert Heinlein ‘The Green Hills of Earth’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan Science Fiction in 1974. Paperback

Robert Heinlein ‘The Green Hills of Earth’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan Science Fiction in 1974. Paperback
Theresa on 04 Mar, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Very pretty dress pattern. Came on time. New and exactly what I needed. Will make a few dresses with this patter.

Uncut Wrap Dress Sewing Pattern. McCalls M7119. Easy. Handkerchief Dress. Multi-size 6 to 14. English, French and Spanish. Factory folds.

Uncut Wrap Dress Sewing Pattern. McCalls M7119. Easy. Handkerchief Dress. Multi-size 6 to 14. English, French and Spanish. Factory folds.
Larry on 18 Feb, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Replacement copy for an older, damaged edition of mine. Very satisfied with my purchase.

Robert Heinlein ‘Farmer in the Sky’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan in 1973. Paperback.

Robert Heinlein ‘Farmer in the Sky’ Science Fiction Book. Published by Pan in 1973. Paperback.
Lindy on 16 Feb, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

Love maxi dresses so looking forward to making it. Literally arrived next day very good seller

70s Maxi Strappy Boho Hippy Summer Dress and Cardigan Pattern. Style 4934. Vintage size 14, Bust 36” 92cm

70s Maxi Strappy Boho Hippy Summer Dress and Cardigan Pattern. Style 4934. Vintage size 14, Bust 36” 92cm

About RandomAssortment

Random Assortment

Sales 199

On Etsy since 2012

Random Assortment

Vintage jewellery.
Sewing and knitting patterns and paraphernalia.
Retro home-wares.
Strange little animals.
Books and paper ephemera

Our collection

Over many years we have built up a collection of random objects which are taking over our house. Here we offer vintage sewing patterns, classic science fiction and antiquarian books with a technical, scientific or natural world theme, plus vintage jewellery and kitsch collectibles from our hoard.

Please enjoy!
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Shop members

Karen

Owner

Shop policies

Last updated on 17 December, 2025

Hello and welcome to our Etsy shop. Random Assortment specialises in vintage sewing patterns, books, retro jewellery, home-wares and paper ephemera from Britain and Europe. Thank you for looking and we hope you have found something you love. Please feel free to ask any questions and we will do our best to help.

Accepted payment methods

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Returns & exchanges

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Cancellations

Cancellations: accepted

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Delivery

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: All packages are shipped by Royal Mail airmail small packet or large letter delivery.

CUSTOMS: We are shipping from the United Kingdom. Any customs fees, import taxes or duties are not included. Please be aware of any extra costs your country may charge you for importing pieces from the UK.

Additional policies and FAQs

For heavier items such as books or homewares we can combine postage. If you would like to purchase more than one item please ask for a custom order and we will estimate postage costs for you.