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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

Floral Molyneux Dress

Floral Molyneux Dress

July 14, 2016

As soon as I saw this Molyneux (Vogue Paris Orig 1841) dress pattern on etsy, I couldn't get it in…

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A Summery Outfit

A Summery Outfit

July 12, 2016

I love sewing garments for summer so much more so than winter, I find.  While I love wool there's just…

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Gabriola Skirt: It’s lovely but…

Gabriola Skirt: It’s lovely but…

June 29, 2016

Every spring I get on a maxi skirt kick.  I'm not sure why, but every spring I find myself hunting…

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A Novelty Print Shirt Dress

A Novelty Print Shirt Dress

June 23, 2016

After I finished my first McCalls 6696 Shirt Dress last year, I knew I wanted to make up some other…

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An Ode to Renfrew

An Ode to Renfrew

June 21, 2016

In light of last week's news, I thought it was about high time I share my love of the Renfrew…

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Backyard Renovations: Part 2

Backyard Renovations: Part 2

June 8, 2016

If you missed my latest backyard post, this is what Felix and I were starting with when we bought our…

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Back Yard Renovations: Part 1

Back Yard Renovations: Part 1

May 31, 2016

You saw my front yard renovations last year, but prepare your self - as the back yard is a horse…

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The Scissors Blouse

The Scissors Blouse

May 4, 2016

Before I left for my birthday drinks & dinner, I was able to hop outside really quick and take some…

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A (non-Crafty) Update

A (non-Crafty) Update

April 13, 2016

So much seems to be happening in my life right now and it feels odd to not share it -…

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Spring Gardening Plans

Spring Gardening Plans

March 22, 2016

I am so excited... I'm embarking on a new adventure - veggie gardening. For the first time ever, I'm now…

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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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