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May Project Journal and Tutorial – Partial Shoe Make-Over with Leather Paints
A while ago I posted a tutorial on using leather paints to refashion a pair of leather shoes from plain to special. But sometimes an entire shoe doesn't need to be repainted, yet needs just a bit of upscale. Or… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Teal Cotton Tam
This fun slouchy tam, perfect for spring with a vintage button cluster ornament, is Item of the Week, half price for one week only in my Etsy shop - slashed from $10. Continue reading
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Color Recipes for Spring Contest – 1940s Navy & Wheat Outfit
Several weeks ago Emily of Emily's Vintage Visions posted a really neat 1939 article describing popular and fashionable color combinations of that era for spring. Meanwhile describing the most delectable outfits and accessories! Inspired by the article, she is hosting… Continue reading
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Verity Vintage Studio has Moved…
…2300 miles to Idaho! So if you notice the my outdoor backgrounds are different, that's because they are! And the common sight of old cars like this lovely vintage step-side truck is the icing on the icing. Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Crochet Pattern for Victorian Baby Girl Cardigan
This adorable rose and bow festooned baby's cardigan pattern is half price for one week only in my Etsy shop – slashed from $3. Since it's a download, it can be purchased all week at that low price! Continue reading
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My Easter Dress
I always try to have or make a new dress for Easter Sunday each year – and always pair it with a big hat! Starting then officially I add white and ivory shoes and hats, and light colored lace and… Continue reading
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April Tutorial – Revamped Original 1940s Crochet Hat Pattern
Springtime and Easter means time for new, shady hats! You can often find lovely ones in antique stores and online, and sometimes in thrift stores if you're lucky. But how handy it is to make your own! Some time… Continue reading
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Moving Sale in the Etsy Shop
You have a few more weeks to get 15% off your order of $5 or more in my Etsy shop! Crochet pattern downloads are excluded from the sale, but I have lots of other great items, including vintage goodies, so… Continue reading
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Floral Cotton Mood
As I mentioned in my brown wool coat post, I am in the mood for sewing with cottons – floral cottons – retro prints – spring colors! I have a lovely stash – somewhat teetering – of such fabric that… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – ’40s Style Crochet Necklace with Vintage Button
This cute vintage inspired crochet necklace is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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