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1940s Tropical Print House Dress
Finally, I can share pictures of one of the few makes from last fall that didn't get a proper write up! This dress was not on my sewing queue at all, until after Davy was born. I had so… Continue reading
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Styling Some New Crochet Patterns
Three new crochet patterns were added to my Etsy shop this week. There was the Pin-up Neckwarmer, which is a scarf and 2 kinds of pins and can be worn multiple ways. The Heather Bloom Neckwarmer is simple, but… Continue reading
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A Conglomeration Outfit and a New Hat
Recently when I went through my hats, I found some I'd forgotten about. One of those was this lovely smoky blue 1950s flowered hat, which I found at an antique store years ago, brought home, and never wore as far… Continue reading
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Of Cakes and Crochet…
When I was a girl, my grandma ran a home business baking and decorating cakes. She was a real professional, turning out anything from a Sponge Bob birthday cake (hand drawn characters, looking off a picture for a guide) to… Continue reading
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Post War 1940s Gray Plaid Dress
While my sewing this year has so far been on the back burner, I did get this dress made in January. I intended to take outdoor photos as usual, but the day was so soggy and gray and muddy that… Continue reading
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Working Wear
This week's fashion post is a little different. Several of you readers have expressed interest in the past about what I actually wear for everyday, with its demands of comfort for working and range of motion. While I do wear… Continue reading
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Why I Love Thrift Stores – the Brown 1930s Style Jacket
This jacket has long been a favorite of mine for fall and winter. I picked it up years ago at a thrift store for a few dollars, but honestly, I've had it so long I've forgotten where I got it.… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage Novel On Tiptoe by Stewart Edward White
This hardcover vintage novel is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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Just Published: 1930s Beret Repro Crochet Pattern
I'm excited to share this news! My latest crochet pattern PDF download in my Etsy shop is a reproduction 1930s beret! It's quick to make and looks oh-so-authentic, especially when modeled by the lovely Cate from Vintage Gal, who kindly… Continue reading
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2017 Sewing Recap
I always enjoy looking at a roundup of my year's projects. It helps to get an overview when everything is in one place instead of scattered out over weeks and months. I can spot gaps or trends more easily,… Continue reading
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