As you may know, Mary Brooks Picken is my muse and I was inspired by her work in educating the women on fashion, sewing techniques, and the home arts through her work with The Woman’s Institute to write my book Vintage Notions. I have recently written a new book...
I was so excited to see the many wonderful comments sharing stories of “mom” from our Mother’s Day Gift Basket Giveaway. I especially loved those that shared sewing memories! Today, as I to post a few favorites, I also thought it was only...
Happy Friday! Let’s share another laugh and a look back at one of my favorite findings from my vast library of vintage resources. Through my research on Mary Brooks Picken, I discovered that she was instrumental in developing the “Du Barry Success...
Happy Friday! Let’s share another laugh and a look back at one of my favorite findings from my vast library of vintage resources. If it’s weird, witty or wacky, you’ll see it here. Here’s another slice of wisdom from the book Dressmaking Made...
Happy Friday! Let’s share another laugh and a look back at one of my favorite findings from my vast library of vintage resources. Each week, I’ll post amusing advertisements, articles or advice, spanning the topics of domestic arts, fashion, beauty and...
