joysinstitches
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And Suddenly…
…Life changes. Maybe you've noticed my blogging has become erratic. Suddenly. Well, there was a reason! Suddenly. That reason was a red-headed young man who came into my life in April and never will leave it, Lord willing. On… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Lace Handkerchief Vest Pattern
Make your own lace vest using this crochet pattern PDF from my Etsy shop, now Item of the Week. It's at half price for one week only – slashed from $5. Continue reading
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1950s Blue Twill Skirt
Supposedly a quick project, this skirt took me 3 weeks to complete. Not because it was difficult, but because it was hard to find time to sew. But at last it is finished, and in a pretty shade of solid… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage Edna Ferber Novel
This vintage Edna Ferber novel from the 1940s is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $6. Continue reading
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Smart Style – 1950s Green and Black Dress
Today I want to show you one of my newer sewing projects, which again demonstrates how simple and classy can go hand in hand. After purchasing this pattern, I was intrigued by the plaid version with the front panels… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage 1950s Dress Sewing Pattern
This lovely vintage sewing pattern is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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Easter in July
I know I'm posting this project disgracefully late, and I apologize. I kept waiting for the right opportunity when I could get photos of this dress before it became wrinkled after a day's wear, and finally realized it wasn't likely… Continue reading
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White Linen 1950s Dress
I've had a white dress in mind to make for a long time. A classic white summer dress, no matter in which decade, is such a staple in a vintage wardrobe and I had none. So when I bought this… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Teal Crocheted Earrings
Item of the Week in my Etsy shop is this pair of crocheted earrings in teal and silver, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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Vintage 4th of July
Since it is almost Independence Day, here's a roundup of vintage posters and ads, mostly from the 1940s, gleaned from Pinterest for you to enjoy. And one not so vintage image… Happy Independence Day! Continue reading
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