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Why I Like Thrift Stores – Classic Trench Coat
The classic trench coat is a style that has been in fashion with very little change since the 1940s, which makes it a great easy to find addition to your costume wardrobe without having to make one. Mine is this modern… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage 1950s Dress Pattern
Item of the Week in my Etsy shop this week is this 1950s/early 1960s dress sewing pattern, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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Talking About Sewing Vintage Maternity
I have to say that I'm not a fan of a lot of modern maternity clothes. Too tight. Nor do I want to look like a walking tent. I am hoping that the vintage maternity patterns I have – from… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – and Easter Hat Sale!
Item of the week is this pair of gorgeous chocolate brown suede 1950s sandals, size 7.5-8. Half price for one week only, they are slashed from $35. Also, in honor of Easter coming this month and the long standing… Continue reading
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Late 1930s Transitional Dress…and a Secret
I've finally gotten interested in sewing again after a few rather unproductive months at the sewing machine. Before warm weather fully arrives, I made a transitional late 1930s dress that is in fall and winter colors, but with short sleeves and lightweight… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Chenille Baby Bolero
Item of the Week in my Etsy shop is this cute and cuddly baby bolero – slashed from $12. Don't forget for a few more days yet you can get 10% off your order of $5 or more in my… Continue reading
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Spring Hairstyle Inspiration: Paper Daisies
I've mentioned before how I like to use vintage millinery flowers with wire stems in my hairstyles. The only difficulty is they can be hard to find, come in odd colors and sizes, and often are crushed, stained, or have… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Vintage Red Suede Heels
These dark red leather and suede vintage heels are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $15. Also, don't forget your coupon is still good for the rest of… Continue reading
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A Plethora of New Listings…and a Special Coupon!
I finally got around to working on the pile of new listings waiting for my Etsy shop. As a result, there are lots of new things in the shop, both vintage and handmade! I've showcased a few here, but there… Continue reading
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Repurposing: Vintage Handkerchief Curtain
I've always loved vintage linens, especially handkerchiefs. But I never want to use them for their original purpose, so I like to come up with new ways to enjoy them. Hankies with a decorative edge can be used as removable jabots,… Continue reading
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