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The Lilli Ann Fur Coat
Last week I posted about my almost-Lilli-Ann jacket (scroll down to see the post), a find at a thrift store which reminded me of a certain designer's 1940s and 1950s garments. Now it's time to give a a blog airing… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – 1950s Earrings
These lovely silver and blue moonstone pierced 1950s earrings are Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $7. Continue reading
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My Modern Meets Vintage Almost-Lilli-Ann Jacket
I just love it when I find modern clothing, with their washability and integrity of non-disintegrated fabric and thread, that fits right into a past era if you accessorize it or pair it right. Recently I found this jacket at… Continue reading
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Why I Like Thrift Stores…the White Coat
This gorgeous 1960s vintage coat was my latest special vintage find at a favorite thrift store. It has fabulous shape and real fur cuffs and a unique collar. I love it! Sure, it has moth spots several places, and some… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Infinity Cowl with Bracelet
This unique crocheted infinity cowl with a slidable bracelet, in a comfy yarn, is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $18. Continue reading
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January Tutorial – How to Make a Pashmina Shawl into a 1930s Evening Wrap
My apologies for a week's delay of this tutorial! But it was fairly labor-intensive and I simply couldn't squeeze the time for it among the self-imposed deadline of sewing for an event. Here it is now! A while… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Flower Infinity Necklace
This lovely infinity necklace with a flower is on sale in my Etsy shop, half price for one week only – slashed from $9. Continue reading
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Dream Cars and Texas
Recently I discovered this photo of myself, taken almost a year ago, in San Antonio, Texas. My brother was enthralled by the 1960s muscle cars also in this car lot, but for me there's nothing like the gorgeousness of a… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Pincushion Pendant
Need a way to keep your needles and pins handy while you sew or embroider or do other needlework? This pendant is perfect. And it's half price for one week only as Item of the Week in my Etsy Shop… Continue reading







