2017 Review of Sewing, Crocheting & Hat Making

2017 review of my 1930s outfits

Happy New Year! Yes, it’s that time of year again when I look back over the last 12 months and review all the vintage garments I’ve made. It’s been an odd kind of a year because I was much more… Continue Reading

Finished: 1930s Winter Coat in Textured Teal Wool

Finished: 1930S Winter Coat in Textured Teal Wool

Outfit Details 1930s Winter Coat in Teal Wool – Made by Me 1930s Teal Wool Hat – The Washerwoman Faux Fur Scarf – Helen Moore 1930s Brown Suede Gloves – Stardust Year Vintage 1930s Brown Leather Handbag – Dairy House Antiques 1930s Brown Leather Shoes – UK Charm Vintage 1930s… Continue Reading

Finished: An Ethically Produced 1940s Gingham Dress

Ethically Produced 1940s Gingham Dress

Outfit Details 1940s Ethically Produced Gingham Dress – Made by Me Vintage Wicker Basket – My mum’s from the 1970s 1930s Straw Hat – Shepton Mallet Flea Market 1940s Style White Shoes – Miss L Fire Red Drop Earrings – Made by Me Back in July, after… Continue Reading

Finished: 1930s Dust Bowl Dress

1930s dust bowl dress

Outfit Details 1930s Dust Bowl Dress – Made by Me Pink Wicker Handbag – Marks & Spencer (years ago!) 1930s Style Sunglasses – eBay 1930s Style Yellow Shoes – Hotter Shoes 1930s Jade Drop Earrings – Gift The term ‘dust bowl’ comes from a period in 1930s when… Continue Reading

Finished: Late 1930s Tulip Dress & Halo Hat

1930s tulip dress and hat

Outfit Details 1930s Persian Lamb Trimmed Coat – Bought from a theatre costume company Late 1930s Tulip Dress – Made by Me Late 1930s Heart-shaped Halo Hat – Made by Me Crochet Flower Brooch – Made by Me 1930s Black Leather Bag – Stardust Years Vintage Yellow 1930s Style… Continue Reading