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Blue 1950s Housedress
Progress on my Christmas outfit is slow, but I finally have pictures of the blue 1950s housedress I made weeks ago. I made it right before we moved, and obviously moving and unpacking doesn't leave much time for pictures. Then… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Cheery Crochet Earrings
This set of 2 coordinating oval crocheted earrings are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $10. Also check out my month long sale – 15% off everything with coupon code… Continue reading
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December Tutorial – Crochet a 1940s Style Star Ornament
This month I designed a little crochet star ornament especially for my blog readers, inspired by pictures of 1940s aluminum star ornaments. It's the perfect way to add some vintage homemade specialness to your decorations this year. For these… Continue reading
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1950s Christmas Skirt
During the Advent season I try to give as many as possible of my holiday outfits an outing. Of course, I can't fit them all in just four weeks, especially since I make several new things every year, but I try. Last… Continue reading
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The Package
Today when the poor laden mail lady delivered all our packages, I received a lovely big envelope…from Chronically Vintage! My 2nd prize package from winning the photo contest held by Emily's Vintage Visions (see the 1st prize package from Wearing History, here). It… Continue reading
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Item of the Week and a Sale – Handkerchief Vest Pattern PDF
Item of the Week in my Etsy shop is this pattern pdf to make your own broomstick lace handkerchief vest, elegant and easy to make – with a photo tutorial included to show you how to do the broomstick lace… Continue reading
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My Thanksgiving Dress
Last year I made an autumn-hued 2 piece 1950s outfit for Thanksgiving. This year I wanted to change it up a little and do a non-typical fall dress for a 1940s Thanksgiving. I'd had this pattern paired with… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Berry Fingerless Gloves
These cozy fingerless gloves are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $13. Continue reading







