joysinstitches
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Spring Hairstyle Inspiration: Paper Daisies
I've mentioned before how I like to use vintage millinery flowers with wire stems in my hairstyles. The only difficulty is they can be hard to find, come in odd colors and sizes, and often are crushed, stained, or have… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage Red Suede Heels
These dark red leather and suede vintage heels are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $15. Also, don't forget your coupon is still good for the rest of… Continue reading
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A Plethora of New Listings…and a Special Coupon!
I finally got around to working on the pile of new listings waiting for my Etsy shop. As a result, there are lots of new things in the shop, both vintage and handmade! I've showcased a few here, but there… Continue reading
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Repurposing: Vintage Handkerchief Curtain
I've always loved vintage linens, especially handkerchiefs. But I never want to use them for their original purpose, so I like to come up with new ways to enjoy them. Hankies with a decorative edge can be used as removable jabots,… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Crochet Lace Collar
This multicolored lace collar is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $9. Continue reading
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The Maxim
It is a truth universally acknowledged… …that no matter how many buttons one collects, one rarely has the right buttons for the current sewing project! This truth leads to the buying of vintage button lots, in the hopes that… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – 1940s Vogue Suit Pattern
This lovely vintage 1940s suit sewing pattern is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $11. Continue reading
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The Polka Dot Project – 1950s Coat Dress
This dress is one reason I wrote last week's post about procrastination. I cut it out over a month ago, then there it sat. I couldn't get the impetus to start it, until I forced myself to sit down and… Continue reading
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6 Ways to Persevere Through Sewing Project Procrastination
Much as seamstresses love to sew, sometimes we can get excited about a new fabric or pattern, and even go so far as to pair it with the perfect match and cut it out. There it is, neatly stacked and folded… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Button Scrapbook Bracelet
This green lacy bracelet, featuring various vintage buttons, is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop. Half price for one week only – slashed from $9. Continue reading
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