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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

Can’t Stop Knitting…

Can’t Stop Knitting…

April 1, 2013

Friends, I'm on a roll with knitting!  I've been sick for a week and it was the only thing I…

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Serger Fuzz & Maintenance

Serger Fuzz & Maintenance

March 14, 2013

Today's post is all about my serger fuzz.  Exciting right?! So I know I should know better by now, but…

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The Gertie Coat: Outer Collar

The Gertie Coat: Outer Collar

March 13, 2013

I can't tell you how excited I was to start in on the outer collar.  It made me feel like…

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Work in Progress: The Gertie Coat

Work in Progress: The Gertie Coat

March 12, 2013

I really should stop calling Butterick 5824 the Gertie coat, but this late in the game I can't help it.…

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Completed: A Purple Dubarry 1884B Skirt

Completed: A Purple Dubarry 1884B Skirt

March 7, 2013

I wanted to title this post "This was a Mistake" but I didn't want to give you the impression I…

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Completed: Green Bobble Jumper & a Skirt to Match

Completed: Green Bobble Jumper & a Skirt to Match

March 4, 2013

It's always challenging to take photos outside in the Chicago winters, but I have to say today's outfit was surprisingly…

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Stitchcraft Freebie: Plain and Practical Cardigan

Stitchcraft Freebie: Plain and Practical Cardigan

March 1, 2013

Today's knitting pattern comes from the January 1943 edition of Stitchcraft magazine. Click on the following link to download the…

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Skirts in Progress

Skirts in Progress

February 28, 2013

Hey guys!  I feel like it's been ages since I've last made a blog post, but really... it's only been…

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Stitchcraft Freebie: Cutaway Neckline Sweater

Stitchcraft Freebie: Cutaway Neckline Sweater

February 22, 2013

Today’s freebie pattern comes once again, from the March 1955 edition of Stitchcraft Magazine.  (This edition is chock full of good knitting…

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A Sweater for Ernie

A Sweater for Ernie

February 20, 2013

It's quite rare that I knit for other people.  I'd love to make for those I love, but I've had…

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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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