Inspiration- Sewing Vintage Style

I was experiencing a bit of sewer’s block and needed some inspiration to get sewing one of the many projects I have cut out- so ventured to my local library. I came accross Sewing Vintage Style by Mary Jo Hiney.

For the most part the projects are pretty old fashioned- a lot of floral and beeded vanity boxes and such. But there are some wonderful insights into vintage sewing techniques. She shows some beautiful lacework as well as gorgeous pintucks and smocking. One of the projects- the Organza Pinktucked Pillow is so elegant.

But by far the most adorable project featured is the Toddlers Smock. It is such a sweet little dress for a darling little girl. It really brings to mind the way little girls dressed before Gap invaded our culture. The dress has beautiful quilting and embroidery techniques that seriously make me almost want a daughter!

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!