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December 6, 2014

Project Journal: My 1930s-Inspired Outfit

Time for a sewing update! When I bought this lovely 1930s blouse pattern off of Ebay, I knew I had to make it right away. Or as soon as I found the right fabric. I loved the options included, and… Continue reading
December 2, 2014

Item of the Week – Set of 4 Crocheted Mandala Necklaces

Item of the Week in my Etsy shop is a set of 4 crocheted coordinating necklaces, perfect for bridesmaids favors or other gifts – half price for one week only! Slashed from $20. Continue reading
November 29, 2014

Thanksgiving Thoughts Over Apple Pie

Every year, when Thanksgiving comes around, we're supposed to specify what we are thankful for. There are always large things, like family and friends and freedom, that make the list. But this year, I've found my thoughts turning more toward… Continue reading
November 24, 2014

Item of the Week – Appliqued Child’s Tee

This cute coral-flower appliqued child's tee shirt is half price in my Etsy shop for one week only – slashed from $9. Continue reading
November 20, 2014

For the Reenactor-at-Heart – 1940s Costume Examples

I found this wonderful image on Pinterest. I'm posting it extra large so you can see the detail. It's just ideal for a perfect encapsulation of three of the distinct 1940s styles that were worn then… Continue reading
November 17, 2014

Item of the Week – Vintage Novel

This vintage novel, The Mettle of the Pasture by James Lane Allen, is half price in my Etsy shop for one week only – slashed from $6. Continue reading
November 10, 2014

November Tutorial – Changing Vintage Earrings to Shoe Clips

Sometimes you can find great vintage earrings that you don't want to wear as earrings. These clip-on rhinestones were too large for me, but they were the perfect size for glitzy shoe clips. Of course shoe clips can be clipped… Continue reading
November 4, 2014

Item of the Week – Lace Handkerchief Vest

This lovely purple, sparkly crocheted handkerchief style vest is half price in my Etsy shop for one week only. Women's size XS – slashed from $35. Continue reading
October 30, 2014

Modern Shoes Suitable for 1940s Costumes

There are many articles about vintage shoe purchasing, finding the right size, caring for your finds, having them repaired, etc, and I have seen some blog posts showing “retro” style modern shoes, but rarely modern made shoes that are… Continue reading
October 20, 2014

Item of the Week – Teal Boho Crochet Earrings

These cute crocheted earrings in a vibrant teal cotton, feature a distressed pewter decorative oval button, and are half price for one week only in my Etsy shop – slashed from $7. Continue reading