joysinstitches
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1940s Pink Linen Maternity Dress
My first actual maternity dress from a vintage pattern has a fitted back and tie belt, with a loose front panel. I didn't want to use special fabric, so I tried it out first in this pink and tan striped linen,… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Spring Accent Pillow
This blue lace covered accent pillow is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $15. Continue reading
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Vintage Inspired – Coral Pink 1950s Style Sweater
I have been doing a lot of sewing lately and will soon have several maternity outfits to share with you, but for now here's something a little different. This outfit is what I call vintage inspired, not close enough to the… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Raspberry Lace Vest
This raspberry tweed lace vest, size S-M, is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop at half price for one week only – slashed from $25. Continue reading
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Why I Like Thrift Stores – Late 1940s Style Tiered Skirt
A local thrift store was having a half-off-all-clothing sale, so I stopped in to see if I could find anything. I wasn't looking for a particular piece, although I did want to check if they had skirts with elastic in… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Heirloom Afghan Pattern PDF
This crochet pattern PDF download for an heirloom-worthy afghan is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop – half price for one week only, slashed from $7. Continue reading
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1940s Summer Fashion Inspiration
I happened across this picture on Pinterest the other day and loved it. It encapsulates everything I like best about 1940s styles done right. This is quintessential classy vintage summer fashion. A simple but stylish dress, face-framing but off the neck… Continue reading
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1940s Blue Striped Dress
Some time ago I got two colors of the same print of cotton. I liked the blue one best, so I used the pink one first to make sure I could do a good job with matching stripes before I… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Teal Crocheted Earrings
These vibrant summer earrings are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $10. Continue reading
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Blog Special! Vintage Shoe Sale
It is no secret that I have a passion for vintage shoes. But when buying them online, it can be hard to tell if they will fit or not. Sometimes I will keep a non-fitting pair just because I love them so… Continue reading
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