Amy’s Blog
Welcome to my blog where I share vintage-inspired projects, tips, and seasonal inspiration. Have fun exploring my latest blog posts and be sure to subscribe to my newsletter for even more vintage fun, straight to your inbox!
Join Me at the Quilt Festival
I've had a busy couple of weeks preparing for the Kansas City Regional Quilt Festival which is just around the corner. I've been pulling together some of my favorite vintage fabrics and notions...
A Portrait of the Peony
Tis the season for the beautiful peony. As Henry Field mention's in his vintage seed catalog, peonies are the first word of all flowers. If you watched my Facebook live last week, I started to talk...
Summer Holidays & A Button Flag!
Memorial Day is the start of summer and the season of decorating in red, white, and blue! Here are some ideas for you. A Button Flag project—how much fun will this be to create? First, dig into your...
Vintage Treasures & DIY Button Flowers
Thinking of all new graduates out there reminded me of the Woman's Institute and the articles I have featured in my Vintage Notions Monthly publications. The May issues featured 1920s vintage...
From Quilt to Clothing
I love quilts and I love fashion! Those two passions converged for me at a young age thanks to my mom (see me at age 8 in my jacket made from a vintage quilt). Many of you know I grew up with my...
Mother’s Day Card Ideas
I hope this Mother’s Day offers you a chance to be with your family, something you may have missed last year. I know I am looking forward to spending Sunday with my daughter and niece who will be...
Summer Fashion and Derby Styles
This weekend the 147th Kentuck Derby will take place on Saturday, May 1st. And when it comes to the Derby it is hard not to think about the stylish fashion and exquisite hats. In the May chapter of...
Designing with Denim & Ties
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to recycle and upcycle fabrics into new modern makes. We've talked about upcycling for the past few weeks, and this week we are focusing on denim. The...
Thrifted Fashion: Flowers For You
Springtime means that everything is in bloom, and what better way to celebrate a new season than by using flowers as inspiration. With their infinite variety, delicate details, and exquisite colors,...
Let’s Upcycle! A Shirt to An Apron!
Earth Day for me is all about upcycling! Finding cast-off clothing and using the fabric to create something new- what's old is new again, vintage made modern! A trip to the closet or thrift shop can...
Easy DIY Inspiration for Easter
I had so much fun sharing Easter treasures from my collection last week! Watch this video to see vintage eggs and postcard art to craft for gifts or decor. See handmade bunnies with pearl button...
Women’s History Month – Mary Brooks Picken
Women’s History Month seemed like a perfect time to celebrate the work of my muse, Mary Brooks Picken! You may know the story of Mary founding the Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences,...