joysinstitches
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Teal Rayon 1930s Dress
My latest sewing project was a late 1930s dress, in a vibrant shade of teal rayon. (Like the mountains in the background? Me too! But my snowy background is going to disappear in the next few weeks, probably. Spring is… Continue reading
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April 1950
Due to a hectic last week or so, a bout of the flu galloping around the family, and one of my thankfully rare creativity blank spells, there will not be a tutorial this month. Hopefully we'll get that back on track. But… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Scarf Pattern Download
Make this crocheted spiderweb lace scarf and holder for half price this week only. The pattern PDF is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, slashed from $3. Continue reading
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1950s Three Piece Outfit, Part Two
Last week I posted about my navy 1950s suit, where I showed you my new jacket and matching narrow skirt. Today I'd like to show you the other half of this ensemble. How pleased I was to find that three… Continue reading
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Periwinkle 1930s House Dress
I've been promising myself I'll do more 1930s sewing, and this is the first of several – my first 1930s dress. I've made a few blouses and have a nice collection of patterns, but somehow never got around to sewing… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Purple Flower Necklace – and Valentine’s Day Sale
This infinity necklace with a dainty flower is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $9. Also, I'm having a Valentine's Day sale! Most things in my shop you… Continue reading
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1950s Three Piece Outfit, Part One
I had no intention of making another navy blue 1950s suit so soon after my Christmas suit. This one happened by accident. At first I thought it was black but after I cut into it as contrast for a dress… Continue reading
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The Magic of Fur
A dear friend gave me this coat last year before we moved from Pennsylvania to Idaho. I've found it a treasure this winter – it's the right length and fit, so nice and warm, and the lovely shade of gray wool goes… Continue reading
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Sewing Recap for 2015
When 2015 came to a close, I intended to do a sewing recap of my projects during the past year, and am just now getting around to it. It's actually very encouraging! I feel like I have come a long… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Teal Crocheted Earrings
These vibrant crocheted earrings are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, at half price for one week only – slashed from $10. Continue reading
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