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My 1940’s Suit

February 17, 2016

The Aeroplane Blouse

September 9, 2013

Completed: Green Bobble Jumper & a Skirt to Match

March 4, 2013

Completed: The Macaron Redux Dress

February 18, 2013

Completed: Aqua Waves Jumper

November 19, 2013

A Plethora of Hand-Knit Socks

A Plethora of Hand-Knit Socks

May 18, 2017

Prior to now, I’ve only ever made 2 pairs of toe-up socks.  Back in 2014, I made one test pair for myself and the “real” pair was for my grandmother-in-law’s 103rd birthday.  Mine didn’t fit great and got baggy nearly as soon as I put them on – I hope hers fit better. I knewContinue reading

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Garden Jacket with Simplicity 8298

Garden Jacket with Simplicity 8298

May 16, 2017

I set out to sew a simple jacket I could wear outside this spring while I'm gardening.  I wanted to…

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Bruyere Blouse: A Wearable Muslin

Bruyere Blouse: A Wearable Muslin

May 11, 2017

After seeing so many great Bruyere blouses both in real life and online, I finally decided to make one. I'm…

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Bicycle Shirtdress with Simplicity 8014

Bicycle Shirtdress with Simplicity 8014

May 9, 2017

As Spring slowly comes to Chicago, I've found that it's really the perfect time for some Sewing-Spring-Cleaning. I purchased this…

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Spring Gardening for 2017

Spring Gardening for 2017

April 11, 2017

This year is my second year of veggie gardening.  While I can't say I'm any expert, I did learn a…

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A Trina Holiday Dress

A Trina Holiday Dress

March 16, 2017

If I have a holiday party to attend in December - that's all the excuse I need to sew up…

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A 1940’s Inspired Butterick 5951

A 1940’s Inspired Butterick 5951

March 14, 2017

I was standing over my sewing table contemplating what sewing pattern & fabric I wanted to use for my next…

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Bunny Print Shirt Dress

Bunny Print Shirt Dress

March 9, 2017

There's never a day that I don't want more bunnies in my life.  I think if it were up to…

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The Trina Blouse & Blackbird Fabrics

The Trina Blouse & Blackbird Fabrics

March 7, 2017

To continue in the celebration of my new site - I have something extra special for you today! There are…

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A 1950’s Charcoal Grey Skirt

A 1950’s Charcoal Grey Skirt

February 28, 2017

One of my recent makes this winter is a lovely basic, yet not so basic, charcoal grey skirt. This wool…

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Factory Tour of Dearborn Denim

Factory Tour of Dearborn Denim

February 16, 2017

I can't resist a good 'behind the scenes look' of well.... anything.  Naturally, I jumped at the opportunity to take…

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About Me

I'm Liz, a seamstress and knitter from Chicago. I'm happiest when I'm creating or learning something new. I have a penchant for all things vintage and I love mixing it up.

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  • A Plethora of Hand-Knit Socks
  • Garden Jacket with Simplicity 8298
  • Bruyere Blouse: A Wearable Muslin
  • Bicycle Shirtdress with Simplicity 8014
  • Spring Gardening for 2017
  • A Trina Holiday Dress
  • A 1940’s Inspired Butterick 5951
  • Bunny Print Shirt Dress
  • The Trina Blouse & Blackbird Fabrics
  • A 1950’s Charcoal Grey Skirt
  • Factory Tour of Dearborn Denim

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