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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

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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Zilredloh Giveaway: Celebrating Your Beauty Mark + Sephora Gift Certificate

Zilredloh Giveaway: Celebrating Your Beauty Mark + Sephora Gift Certificate

February 15, 2017

Update: Giveaway is now Closed. Hello dear readers!  My new site has been live for a week now, so I…

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My Bosc Angora Beret

My Bosc Angora Beret

February 10, 2017

On my last visit to Paris, one of the specialty yarns I purchased was a single skein of angora from…

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Butterick 5951 in Wool Crepe

Butterick 5951 in Wool Crepe

February 8, 2017

I started sewing Butterick 5951 late in the winter of 2016 and before I knew it, the weather turned warm…

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A New Look for Zilredloh

A New Look for Zilredloh

February 6, 2017

I'm happy to report that you are now looking at the fresh face of my blog, zilredloh. It's hard to believe…

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Mail Order 4645 in Silk Shantung

Mail Order 4645 in Silk Shantung

February 2, 2017

Early September, I had the good fortune to travel to Washington DC to attend a wedding for Felix's cousin.  I…

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A Darling Emma Knit Cardigan

A Darling Emma Knit Cardigan

January 31, 2017

Chicago is quite grey today, as it is most winter days.  It makes me long for warmer, brighter days as…

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The Happy Renfrew

The Happy Renfrew

January 25, 2017

Hello everyone! Before I kick off my blog post for today - I just wanted to say "hello."  It's been…

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A Phryne Beret

A Phryne Beret

October 28, 2016

Hello again!  While it's been far too long since my last post - all sorts of things have been happening…

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Three Socks and No Pairs

Three Socks and No Pairs

August 29, 2016

I've been a very busy knitter since I've gotten home from France.  While I love sharing all of my travel…

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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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