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View entire thread: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

Posted by hodge on 2005-09-03 08:40:59      Post Subject: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!



x-posted on a coupla other forums

When: Saturday September 10th between 11:00 am and 6:30pm
Where: The Tranzac Club is located in the Annex at 292 Brunswick Avenue, just south of Bloor

The Tranzac Opens House Craft Fair will feature contemporary, stylish, and offbeat crafts and fashion. The fair will include a cross-section of local designers and vintage vendors. Goodies on offer include everything from vintage silk scarf clutches and french beaded brooches to glass robot pendants and disgruntled little girl dolls. Guests at this free event can peruse the handmade and vintage wares while getting down to the sounds of local folk and indie bands performing outside.

Check out our website for a sample of what you'll find there: http://www.tranzac.org/craftfair

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View entire thread: Craft Supplies Yard Sale Sunday 3/20 Los Angeles GREAT DEALS

Posted by supercrafty on 2005-03-14 15:12:25      Post Subject: Craft Supplies Yard Sale Sunday 3/20 Los Angeles GREAT DEALS

The Crafty Girls and Boys of Stitch n' Bitch Los Angeles bring you their first ever

Craft Supplies Yard Sale
Sunday, March 20th, 2005
10 am - 2pm
1327 South Stanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Several members of Stitch N Bitch Los Angeles will be selling some of our vast stashes of knitting, art, crafting, sewing, craft and crocheting supplies. Many items are brand new and are priced cheap to sell, sell, sell!

Yarn - TONS of YARN!
Iron-ons
Picture frames
Fabric - Vintage and Brand New!
Beads
Magnetic snaps
Glue guns and sticks
Candles
Appliqués
Trims
Latch hook yarn
Buckram
Roll of piping/cording filler for custom cord
20 lbs. of bath salts
Essential oils to make bath salts
Several rolls of cording with lip
Feather trim & patches
Bolts of plain cotton fabric, velvets & vinyl
Sewing patterns - new and vintage
Plastic baby safety pins (shower favors)
Silk flowers
Silk bags
Purse handles
Make your own lampshade kit
Ribbon
Some scrapbooking stuff
Painting & drawing supplies
Stickers
Postcards
Pencils
Buttons
Vintage bottle caps - all unused
Craft Magazines - Knitting, Budget Living, Crafts Report
...and more!!

It will be great - don't miss out! See you Sunday!

MapQuest Link:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&address=1327+South+Stanley+Avenue&city=los+angeles&state=ca&zipcode=

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View entire thread: Vintage Christmas Tags/Cards Resources::

Posted by 2lil'kidz on 2005-11-25 17:10:34      Post Subject: Vintage Christmas Tags/Cards Resources::

Looking for hundreds of great Vintage Christmas Imags and clipart on a CD for christmas crafts, gift tags, and cards! Hundreds of Vintage Christmas Cards & Tags
they are also available on this seller's list. Take a look, thanks.

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View entire thread: Vintage Lucys, Unique hip items with a vintage flair!

Posted by vintage lucys on 2005-06-26 02:32:12      Post Subject: Vintage Lucys, Unique hip items with a vintage flair!

Hi,
I would like to introduce my site to your forum. If you like vintage, punk or rockabilly then you are going to love our stuff. We carry retro baby blankets, burprags & bibs, vintage furniture and accessoriers and funky hip baby clothing. Check us out. www.vintagelucys.com

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View entire thread: AD: Mommy Gear!

Posted by Nitro*A*gogo! on 2007-10-11 11:31:17      Post Subject: AD: Mommy Gear!

ok, more stuff for ya ladiessss!

not yet on my website...new Baby*A*gogo!tm baby wipes clutch!
tooo fabulous!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e228/NitroAgogo717/wipeyagogoad1.jpg

you may purchase it right now via my etsy shop at
NitroAgogoKustoms.etsy.com

and also i want you to check out my fave baby site
www.vintagelucys.com
she has the kewlest baby gear, clothing, accessories and revamped vintage furniture etc!! she even has beautiful vintage housewares! OMG! new mommies check out her sweet-soft-cozy-snuggly baby slings!
best in town!! i have purchased so much from this designer & im always pleased. i have her linked on my website as well. a professional talent!
gotta share the hook up -ya know.
xo

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View entire thread: Natural Body Care to swap

Posted by Ginger Lily on 2005-02-25 04:16:24      Post Subject: Natural Body Care to swap

Greetings All,

I am new to this

Here is my wish list:

a bag tote size or messenger warm colors/funky/vintage
mini bags or coin purses
wristlet type thing for my checks and cash from sales :)


fabric throw for my sofa with pillow or covers

picture frames

8X 10
5x7

any other crafty home decor stuff I like earthy or vintage


I will do little Indigofera gift sets the size with depend on the item swapped

personal size serenity soap
All natural skin jelly great for all over body moisture hands, and feet new product

signature scent fragrance oils
bath salts
pedicure sets ( pumice, buff, file, wooden stick, toe separator, shea balm and instructions)

scents for the salts and jelly will be pikaki, jasmine, birds of paradise, ginger lime.....

each person has to cover there own shipping


This is bad I was already ms. thrift diy, if this works I really won't have to spend money on commercial stuff

:)

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View entire thread: Calling ALL designers, stylists! SWAP meet, NLP!

Posted by SisterGoldenHair on 2004-05-22 14:20:51      Post Subject: Calling ALL designers, stylists! SWAP meet, NLP!

please repost. Your friends will really thank you for it.




ATTN: hip, young, fashion savvy designers, stylists, wardrobe people...

Hello!

Next Saturday, May 29th at Le Chic Boutique (6432 Santa Monica Blvd. @ Cole) we are having our first event! I know this isn't a lot of time to prepare, but we are too excited to wait! We are hoping to make this a monthly event with rotating designers, so lets start this off right!

Space is limited so hurry and sign up to be considered. We are looking for
young, hip, fashion forward individuals who have designs to sell. Jewelry
designers, vintage buyers/sellers, stylists with inventory are welcome as
well. This is going to be a great event, at a great space, with music,
refreshments and of course awesome designs by awesome people.

Forty dollars buys you a space at the sale. (Main area Approx. 16' wide X 36' long, plus extra small side area, 14' celings) The size of your space will be determined once all designers are selected. Again, there is VERY limited space, so please email me ONLY if you are SERIOUS about this. $40 gets you a space, and the money is to be paid BEFORE the day of the event to make sure your spot is secured. You can pay in cash if you visit Apollo Starr at the store (6432 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. 90038, call 323-461-STAR) You can charge whatever you like for your designs, and all the money is yours to keep! If you need to rent a table, or a rolling rack, there is a rental place next door, that charges about $5-10, you can email me for details about rentals. Otherwise, you must supply your own fixtures. Also, the sale will run from 10-6pm, on Saturday, so be prepared to work it!

So please, if you have a website, or some pictures of your work, email them
to me at once to be considered. We are trying to create a similar style/feel to that of Le Chic Boutique. 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, retro, young, funky, hip,
indie, urban, underground, chic, hipster, mod, etc. type designs. When emailing pictures, remember to keep them small, and virus free. Please also include a detailed description of your items/style of your designs. Again, SPACE IS LIMITED so please email me soon. We have to get the ball rolling, the sale is NEXT SATURDAY!

In addition, please let me know approximately how much space you will need.
For example, I know jewelry designers will need much less space than
clothing designers. Clothing designers are encouraged to keep designs to
under 2 rolling racks per person, and jewelry designers could possibly share a
table to cut costs and save space.

This is a great opportunity for new/up and coming/ young designers to get their designs out to the people! If all goes well this will be a huge success and will continue on a montly basis!

so get going!

spread the good word!

FOR PICTURES OF LE CHIC BOUTIQUE: (cut & paste if link doesn't work)
http://img65.photobucket.com/albums/v197/apollostarr/Le%20Chic%20Boutique/

FOR PICTURES OF ULTRASTAR STUDIO: (where the even will take place)
http://img65.photobucket.com/albums/v197/apollostarr/Ultrastar%20Studio/

Both locations are next door to each other.
6432 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. 90038
323-461-STAR


email me:strawberryfieldsforever79@hotmail.com

- - - - - - -

Brought to you by Mama Stone Vintage, Apollo Starr/Le Chic Boutique/UltraStar Studio, and the letter R.

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View entire thread: by the airport

Posted by millipede on 2006-01-14 01:13:24      Post Subject: by the airport

http://www.bytheairport.etsy.com

Updated regularly with super feminine jewelry and clothing items, many made with vintage parts.

Thanks for looking!

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View entire thread: Vintage Christmas Crafts:

Posted by 2lil'kidz on 2005-11-25 17:14:28      Post Subject: Vintage Christmas Crafts:

Looking for a great CD resource for christmas crafts, gift tags, and cards! check this out >>Hundreds of Vintage Christmas Cards & Tags

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View entire thread: My new shop!

Posted by forthepossibility on 2008-03-29 16:58:03      Post Subject: My new shop!


Please visit my new etsy!



An eclectic array of darling vintage and handmade goods.
Very affordable.
www.forthepossibility.etsy.com


I welcome all critiques.
Thank you!

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View entire thread: retro gumball machine jewelry

Posted by oldskoolgeek on 2005-07-09 22:16:12      Post Subject: retro gumball machine jewelry

I made some fun jewelry for my friends and myself from vintage gumball machine prizes and had a few leftover so I thought I'd offer them here.
Shipping is free.
http://www.boogersugar.com/gumball.html

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View entire thread: Vintage Lucys Blankets on sale Now.

Posted by vintage lucys on 2005-09-16 01:36:59      Post Subject: Vintage Lucys Blankets on sale Now.

Hi everyone, We are having a sale on our recieving blankets now. If you like punk, rockabilly or vintage styles then you will LOVE our site. Please check it out. www.vintagelucys.com

Tabatha Hasselbrink
www.vintagelucys.com

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View entire thread: On Ebay: Handmade dresses, urban outfitters, quirky shoes

Posted by laceykalivoda on 2005-12-11 22:59:31      Post Subject: On Ebay: Handmade dresses, urban outfitters, quirky shoes

m a fashion design student and I'm cleaning out my closets of dresses I've designed and made, urban outfitters items, vintage clothing and shoes... and lots of other goodies.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZbkalivoda

Enjoy!

Lacey

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View entire thread: On Ebay: Handmade dresses, urban outfitters, quirky shoes

Posted by laceykalivoda on 2005-12-11 22:57:17      Post Subject: On Ebay: Handmade dresses, urban outfitters, quirky shoes

I'm a fashion design student and I'm cleaning out my closets of dresses I've designed and made, urban outfitters items, vintage clothing and shoes... and lots of other goodies.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZbkalivoda

Enjoy!

Lacey

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View entire thread: Painting on Pleather?

Posted by ThePeach on 2007-09-22 21:56:53      Post Subject: Painting on Pleather?

My son has been doing super rad work on vintage clutches with paint pens. Only thing is- they don't dry!! Like, ever!
Any ideas on a pen form that will go over black or white leather and plasticy leather like purses?

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View entire thread: French General

Posted by Kaari on 2006-03-28 21:14:22      Post Subject: French General

We've moved our shop to the west coast and now offer all sorts of vintage craft kits - as well as old and new textiles, millinery, button cards and ribbon! Come visit us if you are ever in the Hollywood area and take one of our decorative art classes!

www.frenchgeneral.com

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View entire thread: Richmond Loves Raleigh: A Valentine Craft Affair

Posted by djeneen on 2007-01-29 23:21:45      Post Subject: Richmond Loves Raleigh: A Valentine Craft Affair

If you are anywhere near RVA this weekend, come check out the Richmond Craft Mafia as we host the lovely Handmaidens from Raleigh, NC!

Art 6 Gallery
12 noon - 5:00 pm

http://soleil-rouge.com/rcmflyerrr.jpg

Busy this Saturday you say? The show is so nice, we're doing it twice!

February 10th - Raleigh Loves Richmond
12 noon - 5:00 pm
Vintage 21
209 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC

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View entire thread: Vintage look, girly, fem, floral fabrics

Posted by Tanya on 2005-01-22 09:01:32      Post Subject: Vintage look, girly, fem, floral fabrics

Hope you'll check out our selection of large and small scale vintage look floral fabrics. Great for all kinds of sewing projects. We specialize in only pretty fabrics so you don't have to go through a sea of other stuff to find the gems. Oh, also we have all Amy Butler's patterns and we ship internationally.

www.flappergirlfabrics.com

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View entire thread: Crafting Out Loud monthly craft fair in Tampa, Florida!

Posted by appleseeds on 2006-08-02 12:39:56      Post Subject: Crafting Out Loud monthly craft fair in Tampa, Florida!

Here's just a glimpse of the great wares we'll have this Saturday!!
weird monster art, journals, baby clothes, stuffed animals, record bowls, toothbrush bracelets, purses, clutches, wallets, hairpins, cuffs, brooches, knitting accessories, jewelry, photography, repurposed vintage plates, magnets, pins, postcards, keychains, wooden buttons, mixed media boxes, a whole line of robot themed items!!!! ...and more.
http://i5.tinypic.com/21ou99x.jpg

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View entire thread: Cleaning drapery fabric

Posted by girlsavage on 2005-04-12 20:06:43      Post Subject: Cleaning drapery fabric

I have a panel of vintage drapery that I want to use for a bag. I'm not even sure what exactly the fabric is, it's sort of silky and shiny, possibly a polyester blend?. I was wonering if anyone knew of the best way to clean it. Do I have to dry clean or can I do a cold water hand washing?

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View entire thread: AD: Art Deco apparel, notecards, journals, aprons and totes

Posted by octavine illustration on 2007-10-06 15:37:34      Post Subject: AD: Art Deco apparel, notecards, journals, aprons and totes

Hello All Crafters!

Just wanted to let you know about my etsy shop. I will be adding many more items in the next month so keep checking back!

All of my images are original and everything is hand-silkscreened.

I also have a website: www.octavineillustration.com and am available for custom orders including invitations, logos and event posters.

My inspiration is derived from vintage couture and the Art Deco movement in Europe.

Here''s the link:

octavineilustration.etsy.com

Cheers!

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View entire thread: getting permission for copyright-trademark- logos

Posted by canary on 2006-01-31 11:35:43      Post Subject: getting permission for copyright-trademark- logos

I'm contacting the business and organizations that hold the rights (for certain artwork and logos) to ask for permission to reproduce their designs for the purpose of selling my crafts. I've only had one decline, the others have not responded.
I'm wondering if anyone else has received permission in this way?
Am I wasting my precious crafting time?
I could design my own faux vintage art...but they wouldn't be reproductions, which is the market I'm tyring to tap into!

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View entire thread: Anyone need spiral coils for bookmaking?

Posted by anjalouise on 2007-09-15 15:21:02      Post Subject: Anyone need spiral coils for bookmaking?

I accidentally bought the wrong size of spiral coil and now I have a box of 100 black 1" coils sitting in my house mocking me endlessly. I put them up on etsy, but I don't think a lot of people search for commercial supplies like that on there. These work really well for making journals, photo albums, or books using old vintage books for the covers! If you know someone who is into bookmaking, pass this along to them because it really is a good deal. Anything to get them out of my house!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7025597

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View entire thread: Any crafters or vintage sellers near Fredericksburg, VA ?

Posted by lovarevolutionary on 2008-10-13 16:00:21      Post Subject: Any crafters or vintage sellers near Fredericksburg, VA ?

Hi there!

I'm looking to find other crafty ladies, vintage sellers, or ladies that sell on etsy around the Fredericksburg, VA area - I'm interested in setting up local events, getting together, etc. Fred. VA is 50 miles from both RVA & DC so I'm looking for ladies in and around the immediate Fred. area that might be interested in getting together to promote our crafts or indie biz! Send me a message here or from the blog at http://lovarevolutionary.blogspot.com or find me on etsy at http://lovarevolutionary.etsy.com or http://lovahandmade.etsy.com!

Thanks! Hope to hear from someone, anyone!

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View entire thread: starting out

Posted by Parel on 2005-01-09 02:01:14      Post Subject: starting out

Well, I've decided to hit it small and start selling my felt crafts (iPod cozies, change purses, pins/jewelry, scarves) and vamped-up vintage finds online, my motivation being that I want to donate a portion of profits to charity (not exactly planning to make big bucks here). Anyhow, I wanted to ask ye successful gals some questions.



-How do I find a market? The girls at school love my stuff, but that doesn't mean that it will appeal to everyone.

-How should I have customers pay? I was thinking paypal and checks, but....

-If I don't make much $, what must I report to the gov't? (live in US)



Thank you sososososososo much.




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View entire thread: New crafty flea market in L.A.! Opens THIS Sunday 1/20/08!

Posted by Mucha Muchacha on 2008-01-19 01:31:56      Post Subject: New crafty flea market in L.A.! Opens THIS Sunday 1/20/08!

Southpark is a new weekly flea market that will be having it's grand opening this Sunday January 20th. It is being produced by Phillip Dane, the creator of Melrose Trading Post also known as the Fairfax High School flea market. If you've ever been to Melrose Trading Post, then you already know what creative, crafty treasures to expect to find at this new flea market. There will be indie crafts alongside vintage gems for you to score. Mucha Muchacha (Nichole) will be there selling her glass jewelry! There will be live music and yummy food so come out, shop and stop by to say hello. Southpark is at 8th and Grand. Hours are 9am-4pm. See you there!
www.www.southparkfleamarket.com

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View entire thread: Go ahead - wear your art on your sleeve!

Posted by thebossofyou on 2005-02-14 11:58:22      Post Subject: Go ahead - wear your art on your sleeve!

Jessica and I have recently launched the online incarnation of Miss Chief Productions. Here is the latest blurb of what we are all about:

Erin Wommack and Jessica Manack fine-tuned their collecting and collaging skills as college roommates in Roanoke, VA. Misschiefshop.com is the new showcase for their creations, from buttons to stationery to knits, and a rotating rack of thrift-store gems. Miss Chief's offerings include accessories and utilitarian items created from vintage finds, often one-of-a-kind...and affordable! Irreverent and irresistible, they bridge the gap between fine art and the art of the everyday.

Please check it out! We are putting the finishing touches on the website and are adding more lovely things every day. Ka-pow! Any suggestions would be helpful as well!

best, erin

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View entire thread: Greetings One and All!!

Posted by WildPurple on 2005-03-25 17:20:07      Post Subject: Greetings One and All!!

Hi there! I am posting here as well. I can't believe all the places to post our crafty goodness!

For your viewing pleasure is my Art Quilt # 2.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2.jpg



<font color=purple>2nd in a series. Made from a crazy quilt top. This is 11" in diameter.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2a.jpg

Embellished with Czech and Japanese seed beads, bugle beads, silver and bronze beads, vintage buttons, embroidery,sequins, tulle, fabric scraps and couching in acrylic yarn and lots of hand quilting. Batting is 1/4" thick and backed with purple and white gingham.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2b.jpg

Close up of fabric scraps under tulle held in place with beading,and lots of handquilting, couching and embroidery.

See more at www.livejournal.com/~wildpurple

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View entire thread: Artist/Crafters for Urban Outdoor Market in Downtown ABQ

Posted by VintageAngel on 2007-03-20 13:21:51      Post Subject: Artist/Crafters for Urban Outdoor Market in Downtown ABQ

Hi, The Neighborhood Market is a fun and festive, urban outdoor market featuring arts, crafts, antiques, workshops, demos, entertainment and gourmet goodies all in up and coming Downtown Albuquerque. Market goers will be able to preview vendors, entertainment, and workshops weekly at our website to see who and what will be at that weeks market.

The Market will be taking place every Saturday from May 12th-October 27th behind the Flying Star Cafe on the lot @ Gold between 7th & 8th from 10am-4pm.

We are looking for a variety of artists, crafters, antique and vintage collectibles vendors, to participate in the Market. Please check out our website: http://www.theneighborhoodmarket.com to get more info about applying!

Thanks! We''re really excited about the market and look forward to hearing from you! :)

-Susana
info@theneighborhoodmarket.com
http://www.theneighborhoodmarket.com

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View entire thread: Raleigh Loves Richmond: A Valentine's Day Craft Affair

Posted by india*romeo on 2007-02-07 16:17:45      Post Subject: Raleigh Loves Richmond: A Valentine's Day Craft Affair

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/179/381863016_5d61f415b7_o.jpg

This Valentine's Day if you're in the market to shop for something more than boxer shorts with hearts on them or a boring ol' box of candy, then this is the shopping event for you!

Come shop Raleigh Loves Richmond: A Valentine's Day Craft Affair featuring Raleigh's Handmaidens and The Richmond Craft Mafia. Treat yourself to the loveliest handcrafted jewelry, accessories, apparel, baby+kids gear, artwork, stationery and more!

If you can make it out before 3pm, you can get a free fifteen minute chair massage from students of the Medical Arts Massage School.

One day only! This Saturday, February 10th from 12-5pm at Vintage 21 (209 Oberlin Rd) in Raleigh. Click here for directions.

For more information, visit: http://www.thehandmaidens.com or http://www.richmondcraftmafia.com

Hope to see you there!

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View entire thread: shoes=giddy

Posted by Shannyn on 2004-06-13 20:15:39      Post Subject: shoes=giddy

Alright, to be honest, I'm not much of a shoe fanatic. I actually have little dress shoes. I'm not much of a vintage/goth kinda girl either...but yeah, three pairs of shoes for 7 dollars, brand new? DAMMMNNN!!!!

I'm a happy camper. I stumbled into a goodwill in a nearby town, it had nothing too promising. All the shoes were half off, and I'm not much of a 'used shoe' shopper. I found these though, that caught my eye, and BAM! They were cheap, and brand new.

I dunno, this must be some serious good karma or something.

http://img78.photobucket.com/albums/v292/Shnuggas/shoebow.jpg

http://img78.photobucket.com/albums/v292/Shnuggas/shoecheap.jpg

http://img78.photobucket.com/albums/v292/Shnuggas/shoestar.jpg

I still can't believe that they were all brand new and only about two dollars. I hope you all have a good day. *runs off smiling*

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View entire thread: Ever had lace reconstructed?

Posted by Gluey on 2005-04-14 17:45:40      Post Subject: Ever had lace reconstructed?

I bought a vintage 50's party dress off e-bay. It's amazing and one-of-a-kind, but had some damage when I bought it: a few odd stains and some holes in the underarm lace. Plus it was pretty dingy. So I took it to the drycleaners and paid a lot of money to have it wet-cleaned and signed the waiver that said I know it might fall aprt and all that. Well, I go and pick it up today and there is some good news and bad news. The good news is that all the spots came out and so did the dirt so it's about four shades lighter. Also it doesn't smell like basement anymore, which is extremely satisfying. The bad news is that the cleaning totally ate the lace on the bodice. I guess the dirt was what was holding it together all these years! I would like to get it reconstructed, but am afraid that it's going to cost more than I could afford? Can anyone offer any insight about this process or kow how much it costs? Thanks!

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View entire thread: Book Review: Beadalicious by Sonya Nimri

Posted by Mucha Muchacha on 2008-05-01 12:54:01      Post Subject: Book Review: Beadalicious by Sonya Nimri

As both a jewelry designer and a collector of vintage jewelry, I love Sonya Nimri's fun and simple approach to DIY jewelry design in her new book, Beadalicious. She encourages her readers to recycle old jewelry into something fresh and new in their own style. Sonya arms them with the know-how to complete every project in the book and includes a brief education on beads, tools, jewelry findings and best of all, techniques for jewelry construction. Jewelry styles range from funky to minimalist and the simple instructions allow for beginners to complete any of the projects. My favorite designs are the "Bohemian Wrapsody Ring" and "Amber Drops" earrings. Infused with a sense of whimsy, many projects in the book offer related side bars with recipes for things like "Queen Bee Soap" and "Moroccan Mint Tea". There is also an "Extra Goodies" section where you can find instructions to make things like a headband made out of buttons or your own romantic beaded hair comb. This book and the fun projects inside will make gifting to your favorite people a snap!

Nichole Moraila
www.Mucha-Muchacha.com
www.LosAngelesCraftMafia.com

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View entire thread: AD: Julie's Jangles jewelry

Posted by sweet_tooth on 2007-04-26 09:53:49      Post Subject: AD: Julie's Jangles jewelry

Hi everyone!

I've been crafting for years now, but recently discovered my love of jewelry design, and I've run away with it! I use mostly vintage components, like pendants, charms, and beads, to create fun, pretty jewelry with a retro twist.
I just got my website up and running and want to get the word out. I am still working out some technical issues, ie. getting brighter, clearer pictures. Also, although I love the look of my website, I designed it on the iWeb program (for Macs), and can't integrate a shopping cart function. Therefore, I've set it up so the "buy" button e-mails me with the item the customer wants to buy, to which I reply with a Paypal invoice. The customer can then proceed to pay with credit card via Paypal. This isn't a favorable way for me be set up, but I really wanted to get my jewelry out there so I can sell some things and put money into a better website. I'm going to be doing craft fairs this summer, also.
Any feedback would be welcome and appreciated, be it on my jewelry and the site!

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View entire thread: Ladyfest Ottawa presents a holiday craft sale

Posted by natasha joy on 2004-11-11 16:12:04      Post Subject: Ladyfest Ottawa presents a holiday craft sale

Mark your calendars!

Ladyfest Ottawa is pleased to present our holiday craftsale on Saturday Dec 4th at Club SAW/SAW Gallery (67 Nicholas) from 10am to 5pm.
Following the success of our previous craft we decided it was high time to put on a Holiday sale.

This isn't your grandma's craftsale. We will have a wide selection of fun, edgy, punky, unique, handmade wares. In the past we've had handmade and reconstructed clothing, handbags, accessories, hand silkscreened t-shirts scarves and other clothings. Buttons, music, zines, toilet seat covers and light switch plates with vintage graphics, jewellery, stuffed animals, bubble wands, photography, bakesale items, and even underwear printed with canadian heroes (- because every girl needs a pair of laura secord briefs!). This sale will feature the many of the above and much much more.

Beyond the craftsale we will be raffling off donations from our super talented crafters and locally owned businesses, we'll have music, cider, cookies and other treats for sale and even a gift wrapping station where people can get their purchases wrapped for them. So come on out and support local crafters and ladyfest while picking up affordable, unique and handmade gifts. Everybody wins!

We still have room for a few more crafters so if you are interested in selling your wares email Christina at ladyfest_ottawa_crafts@hotmail.com she'll give you all the details.

This craftsale is going to be amazing! We are open to crafters from out of town!

www.ladyfestottawa.com

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View entire thread: AD: new new new stufffff! & a free gift!! OMG!

Posted by Nitro*A*gogo! on 2007-10-09 11:20:07      Post Subject: AD: new new new stufffff! & a free gift!! OMG!

good morning ladies!!!
i have new stuff for you & a fabulous deal to go with them...just for Halloween- cuz its my favorite holiday ever!!!!
**first off, I have brought back the much requested & lonnnng awaited
"Girl From Ipanema" handbag...this little darling is done in vintage car upholstery fabric, when the fabric is used up- its gone, making these bags collectors items! if you have last years version done in 1960 Buick -youre stoked babies!
<br><br>http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e228/NitroAgogo717/newipanema4ad.jpg

**next i have a new item from my O.G. Baby*A*gogo!tm line just for you (not to be confused with the new little company babe-a-gogo (baby slings)....uhhh, thank you)
this is the new duffle & changing pad set with shoulder strap...yummy & sooo roomy!! you can hold alllll your baby necessities & even have room for all your duds!!
<br><br>http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e228/NitroAgogo717/BabyAgogoDuffleAd1.jpg


**now for the DEAL...purchase any bag from now til midnight-Halloween night, and get a FREE MATCHING ACCESSORY!!!!*** WEEEEE!
all you have to do is type Get Crafty Offer in the special instructions box in the check out! so easy & youre all hooked up!
both of these items are not available on my website yet. email me via the contact page on my site, if youd like to purchase them & of course youll get a free accessory to go with them.... mwah! talk about hook ups!! OMG!!!! its a Halloween miracle! tell your BFF Jill too!
xo

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View entire thread: patchwork art & craft fair in southern california

Posted by randomnicole on 2007-10-17 11:52:33      Post Subject: patchwork art & craft fair in southern california

come one come all...
TO THE BEST CRAFT FAIR IN THE OC...

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa201/randomnicole/patchworkemailgoodgood.jpg

PATCHWORK SHOW
www.patchworkshow.com
2202 1/2 north main street
santa ana, ca 92706
714.836.8727
november 4th * 10-4pm
hello@patchworkshow.com


*get started on holiday shopping with over 30 local vendors featuring handmade goods for you, your family & your home including...
amazing clothing for men, women & kids, letterpress stationary, jewelry, rock'n'roll belt buckles, edgy dolls, artsy purses, green & sustainable goods, aprons, refashioned vintage clothing, art & so much more... from these designers and tons more....
harveys-the original seatbelt bags
collage philosophy
m.o.m.
spragwerks
rebe
random nicole
whodini handmade
question etc...
cinnamon roll gang
the road less traveled store
kudra
made with luv
fourteensisters
england clothing
retimade
paige wery art

*delicious barbecue, cupcakes & drinks
*music
*harvey's - the original seatbelt bag - will be making purses & buttons on site just for you! get your bag FREE with any purchase from one of our vendors and a $5 donation to the keep a breast organization & get your own button FREE with any purchase from one of our vendors.
*a portion of the proceeds from each vendor will be donated to the keep a breast organization that promotes education & awareness about breast cancer and they'll be there with info.

check out the map...
its right off the 5 and it's a sunday so if you're headed down from los angeles (only 30 miles!) or up from san diego there shouldn't be any traffic!!!! if you're coming in from out of town it'll be a fun all day event and there's lot's to do around the area... including bowers museum, the beach, the discovery science center, the best antique stores in downtown orange, art galleries bars & restaurants in downtown santa ana... so you can make a day of it!

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View entire thread: Acrylic Bubble Charms - DIY

Posted by queenbee92026 on 2008-06-30 15:03:51      Post Subject: Acrylic Bubble Charms - DIY

Basic Tips for creating bubble charms:

Images:
I use laser printed images sized to fit inside the bubble.
When you are printing, use the high quality function in your printing preferences.
There are other places to get images such as magazines, books, stickers or search google images, then copy paste to a blank Word document, resize and print.
You can cut these images with scissors, but I recommend getting a circle punch – ¾” in diameter.
I have not tried inkjet images, it just occurred to me that the ink would probably run.

Bubble Domes:
My suggestion to you is getting your bubbles from a company called www.tapplastics.com.
They’re not cheap, but very high quality. You’ll want to buy the half dome ¾”.

Metal Blanks
I get them from www.fanicfuls.com, they also have them at www.frostcreekcharms.com. There is an Ebay seller who sells some cool blanks, too, vintagetreasurebyjudy. The blanks are ¾” in diameter.

Adhesives: (the biggest challenge)
E6000- my personal favorite. It holds like nothing else. The one gripe I have is that you have to practice getting the perfect amount. I use about a pea size drop, then smash your bubble over the image. Have a wet towel handy, because when it runs out the sides, you’re going to want to wipe it off. This also is a “practice makes perfect” maneuver.
Craft Goop- Works almost as well as E6000, but also messy and is not as strong.
Diamond Glaze –
I figured out that if you glue your dome to the image with diamond glaze first, let it dry and then glue that component to the blank with e6000, it seems to work wonderfully.
Let your charm dry at least 12 hours.

So- the steps are:
Get your image, cut it to fit the blank, glue the dome to the image with diamond glaze, use a pea drop on top of the image, then smash the bubble over it to get the air bubbles out. (you’ll be able to see them), then glue the whole thing onto the brass blank with E6000.
As far as the back of the charm, you can add a rhinestone, vintage buttons, a cabochon with E6000 adhesive… or nothing.

Good Luck.
queenbee92026@yahoo.com

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View entire thread: Philly Moving Sale!

Posted by shove it on 2005-12-06 15:17:42      Post Subject: Philly Moving Sale!

Hey all,

I'm moving from Philadelphia across the country at the end of January, so I am selling everything from my studio apartment. All items come from a smoke-free household with no pets. Unfortunately, I don't have a digital camera to post photos, so I've written detailed descriptions below.

*BED, $30 OBO: twin mattress & box spring. Approx 7 years old, so it's sunken in the middle. It would be perfect for a guest bed. I've covered the mattress & box spring in fabric along with 2 matching king-size pillows, so that it looks more like a couch - the fabric is velvety/velour and a deep red paisley-print, Moroccan style. However, if you don't like the fabric, it can be removed.

*RUG, $30 OBO: 4' x 6' shag rug, ivory/cream color. Less than a year old. I paid $50 for it originally.

*MIRROR, $20 OBO: Approx 2.5' x 4'. Can be mounted on wall. It's old, so the leafing around the edges is scratched off and parts of it are cloudy, but there are no cracks.

*BAR STOOLS, $15 OBO: 2 Franklin bar stools from IKEA (see link for photo); also, 1 backless bar stool with wooden legs & round, black seat. http://www.ikea.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?topcategoryId=15564&catalogId=10103&storeId=12&productId=11336&langId=-1&parentCats=15564*15654*16171

*SIDE TABLE, $12 OBO: INGO side table from IKEA (see link for photo). Stained a light cherry wood color. 23.4" x 11.75" (19-5/8" tall). http://www.ikea.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?topcategoryId=15564&catalogId=10103&storeId=12&productId=32441&langId=-1&parentCats=15564*15797*15800

*ARMCHAIR, $11 OBO: ivory, vinyl, vintage-style armchair. Has a large slash in seat. I cover it with a throw blanket and that works fine.

TRUNK / TOY CHEST, $7 OBO: APA storage box from IKEA (see link for photo) http://www.ikea.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?topcategoryId=15567&catalogId=10103&storeId=12&productId=47238&langId=-1&parentCats=15567*15661*16259

*CHAIR, $6 OBO: dark wood, 13" round seat

*BREAKFAST TRAY, $3 OBO: white BAGN bed tray from IKEA (see link for photo) http://www.ikea.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10103&storeId=12&langId=-1&productId=11174

*OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: dishes, storage bins, candles, comforters, and more!

You will need to pick up items yourself. I live in Center City around 22nd & Walnut, and I'm in a 3rd floor walk-up (so, you will probably need to recruit friends to help carry heavier items out of apartment). Ideally, I would prefer that you not pick up items until Jan 14-Jan 29, since I'm in my place till Jan 31, but I'm totally flexible about that and am more than willing to work with you. Contact me so we can arrange a time for you to look at the items.
*EDITED to remove my contact info.*

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View entire thread: Any Info is Appreciated.....

Posted by materialgirls on 2006-11-17 14:11:48      Post Subject: Any Info is Appreciated.....

hi all -
just joined this lively forum - we have our own web site dealing in vintage bakelite jewelry and kitchenware, vintage fabrics, etc.

we are fortunate enough to have several individuals who designing and making for us the most wonderful pillows and totes from vintage fabrics. we have some of them on our current site (listed below), but we are looking for another venue online for them - we know about etsy - but are not sure about joining it. we were wondering if anyone has any other sites that would be suitable for our items - they are truly wonderful - take a look at our site - to see these items they are in our artisan section under textiles. feel free to visit our shop and browse -

any info is much appreciated.

linda and evelyn (a mother-daugther partnership!)

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View entire thread: Two Busy Bees in Plenty Magazine

Posted by TwoBusyBees on 2006-07-19 12:00:31      Post Subject: Two Busy Bees in Plenty Magazine

One of my wallets made the Aug/Sept issue of Plenty magazine, and the issue just came out, p.94. I'm so excited that had to share the news!

What, you haven't heard of Plenty magazine, before? : ) giggle, giggle...

(I hadn't either until they contacted me.) It's a full-color glossy magazine that features environmental issues and eco-friendly life styles. It's at a lot of the big bookstore chains. The wallet is made from vintage/recycled fabric.

--Aida
www.twobusybees.com
"Vintage fabric handbags and accessories for fashionable moderns."

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View entire thread: AD: Consign with The Stanley Family Lodge!

Posted by april fool handmade on 2007-03-23 12:26:15      Post Subject: AD: Consign with The Stanley Family Lodge!

The Stanley Family Lodge

Consigning with The Stanley Family Lodge

If you are interested in consigning with us, the first step is to show us what you've got. Send an email to:

consignment@thestanleyfamilylodge.com

with your name, company name (if applicable), and a brief
description and JPEG image of what you would like to share with us. If you have a website with images of your products, feel free to include the url's for your merchandise instead of attatching photos.

If your merchandise is accepted, we will notify you promptly and you will be sent a contract that will outline the details of the consignment and where to ship your items. We consign at a 60/40 split. When an item that you have on consignment is sold, you will receive sixty percent of the sale price and we will receive forty percent. All payments are distributed on a monthly basis.

What We Are Looking For

We want to maintain a selection of high quality, affordable, environmentally responsible goods. Whether the items make use of recycled goods, are vegan friendly, or made from organic and sustainable materials, we want our customers to shop guilt-free and to feel confident that they are being responsible consumers. To get a better feel for the shop, these are some of the items that we are looking to carry:

- clothing and accessories constructed from organic/reclaimed/vintage materials
- organic and sweatshop free cotton screen-printed t's
- home goods constructed from organic/reclaimed/vintage materials
- vegan friendly bath & body goods
- organic and vegan friendly pet goods
- recycled and handmade paper products
- jewelry constructed of reclaimed/vintage findings
- vintage ephemera and craft supplies
- knit goods constructed from reclaimed and/or handspun yarn
- zines on veganism/vegeterianism/DIY ethic/environmentally & socially conscious issues
- artwork and prints making use of recycled paper/materials and natural inks
- and much more!

What We Are NOT Looking For

We will not consider items that make use of animals in any way. We will not accept items that make use of new plastics and toxic glues. We will not accept items that make use of new paper goods. Only recycled paper! We will not accept items that are not recyclable.

Please visit the shop to learn more about us:

The Stanley Family Lodge

- Jeremie and Melissa

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View entire thread: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

Posted by hodge on 2005-09-03 08:31:06      Post Subject: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

x-posted on a coupla other forums

When: Saturday September 10th between 11:00 am and 6:30pm
Where: The Tranzac Club is located in the Annex at 292 Brunswick Avenue, just south of Bloor

The Tranzac Opens House Craft Fair will feature contemporary, stylish, and offbeat crafts and fashion. The fair will include a cross-section of local designers and vintage vendors. Goodies on offer include everything from vintage silk scarf clutches and french beaded brooches to glass robot pendants and disgruntled little girl dolls. Guests at this free event can peruse the handmade and vintage wares while getting down to the sounds of local folk and indie bands performing outside.

Check out our website for a sample of what you'll find there: http://www.tranzac.org/craftfair

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View entire thread: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

Posted by hodge on 2005-09-03 08:37:51      Post Subject: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

x-posted on a coupla other forums

When: Saturday September 10th between 11:00 am and 6:30pm
Where: The Tranzac Club is located in the Annex at 292 Brunswick Avenue, just south of Bloor

The Tranzac Opens House Craft Fair will feature contemporary, stylish, and offbeat crafts and fashion. The fair will include a cross-section of local designers and vintage vendors. Goodies on offer include everything from vintage silk scarf clutches and french beaded brooches to glass robot pendants and disgruntled little girl dolls. Guests at this free event can peruse the handmade and vintage wares while getting down to the sounds of local folk and indie bands performing outside.

Check out our website for a sample of what you'll find there: http://www.tranzac.org/craftfair

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View entire thread: Vintage at The Peach!

Posted by ThePeach on 2007-09-21 10:39:25      Post Subject: Vintage at The Peach!

Handbags and totes, baby togs and nursing shields, and over the next couple of weeks...oodles of vintage!

Just back from a fabulous vintage buying spree in Santa Barbara and have adding a few items everyday. Come see:

www.ThePeach.etsy.com
Make life lovely!

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View entire thread: How many crafts do you know?

Posted by beqi on 2008-09-17 11:47:07      Post Subject:

This is a fun thread! I can sew, make patterns, crosshatch, make beaded jewelry, make felt appliques, draw, paint, write prose and poetry, make soaps, take art photographs, make stuffed animals, quilt, and make jewelry by using repurposed found vintage jewelry findings.

I can't knit or crochet, though. Sometimes I want to learn, but I think another craft obsession is one too many. :)

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View entire thread: Needed: Materials for Summer Sewing/Fashion Class

Posted by belindasuperstarr on 2006-07-01 18:49:31      Post Subject: Needed: Materials for Summer Sewing/Fashion Class

Hello All,

I have a friend who will be teaching a sewing and fashion industry summer class for students aged 10-16 for one of NY's Freedom Schools. She has sent me a list of materials that she needs for the class and I'm hoping some of you may be able to suggest sponsors, who may be willing to help the class acquire the materials. Also, if anyone has any connections to fashion related shops, showrooms, etc. that would be willing to host the students for a field trip please let me know. Thanks for the help!

Here's the list:

fabric
leather
zippers
buttons
fabric paints
silk screens
photo emulsion
sewing machine
mannequins
makeup
nail polish
vintage accessories
petite sized 40's and 50's shoes
chains
beads
pendants
earring hooks

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View entire thread: vintage plastic beads?

Posted by sugar cookie on 2006-08-25 14:50:18      Post Subject: vintage plastic beads?

i found some vintage plastic beads from a museum workshop i attended a few years ago. does anyone know a good source for vintage plastic charms and beads?

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View entire thread: vintage dresses & housewares!

Posted by anjalouise on 2006-08-21 02:23:08      Post Subject: vintage dresses & housewares!

http://www.clevernettle.com/ebay/082006/ebay_aug20.jpg

After an ebay hiatus, I have finally posted some more vintage clothing on ebay! Click the link below to see the new auctions & ebay store:

http://stores.ebay.com/clevernettlevintage

xo

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View entire thread: ideas for framing playing cards

Posted by cannibalsandwich on 2005-05-27 15:06:34      Post Subject:

I don't know about the framing, but you could make a mobile with the extra cards. I love vintage space stuff, too!

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View entire thread: New School Craft (and Vintage) Fair - Toronto, Sept. 10!!!

Posted by teenage_fairy on 2005-09-06 19:20:10      Post Subject:

must have vintage silk scarf clutch..

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View entire thread: AD: Critique wanted of my new online boutique

Posted by baerbaer on 2006-09-30 08:29:02      Post Subject: AD: Critique wanted of my new online boutique

http://www.rubylane.com/shops/suzypoodle/ilist/,id=0.html

(Formerly Hip chic Vintage)

Suzy Poodle Boutique is my new Rubylane store with focus on my indie designed jewelry made from art clay silver, wire and beads. I also have a selection of vintage collectible handbags and lucite items. soon to be added, indie hand crafted handbags and felted scarves.
Any observations or critiques would be greatly appreciated, suggestions etc.

Thanks!

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View entire thread: Cleaning drapery fabric

Posted by girlsavage on 2005-04-12 21:02:05      Post Subject: Cleaning drapery fabric

I have a panel of vintage drapery that I want to use for a bag. I'm not even sure what exactly the fabric is, it's sort of silky and shiny, possibly a polyester blend?. I was wonering if anyone knew of the best way to clean it. Do I have to dry clean or can I do a cold water hand washing?

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View entire thread: vintage fabric & other goods!

Posted by anjalouise on 2006-01-21 16:49:20      Post Subject: vintage fabric & other goods!

I just added a bunch of really neat vintage fabric to my etsy shop, clever nettle, and so far I have gotten a good response! I know a lot of people have a really hard time finding vintage fabrics (luckily, Portland is blessed with a goodwill donation center that sells things too), so I'm trying to share the wealth!

I have other things on there too, like stuffed owls, handmade vintage-inspired journals, cute circus animal pins and things like that.

I hope you like it!!

http://clevernettle.etsy.com

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View entire thread: vintage tees

Posted by LizQuincy on 2004-10-12 02:00:32      Post Subject:

Vintage means used, loved, and worn out. There are lots of ways you can try to achieve that look, but the easiest (and most fun) is to wear it until it becomes your favoritestest thing ever. I have lots of shirts like this that I wish I could reverse the aging process on, because I'm afraid they will evenutally fall apart.

Anyway, I hate brand new t-shirts too. As soon as I get them I wash them in HOTHOT water with lots of soap and scrub away. And then leave them to soak a bit. Rinse and repeat if necessary. Then dry the hell out of them.

There's no real way to do this without taking some color out. But less color=more "vintage"-looking anyway.

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View entire thread: SuiteShop Is Looking For Designers!

Posted by nataxia on 2006-07-04 13:41:15      Post Subject: SuiteShop Is Looking For Designers!

I am seeking designers to showcase at SuiteShop, a hip exclusive showroom. You can read more about it here: Suite Shop If you have a complete product line of clothing or accessories or good-quality vintage items please PM me (or e-mail me at natasha_quam(at)msn(dot)com) for more information. The profit split is 60 for you/40 for SuiteShop. The terms are 30 days (with payment or return of goods as well). This venture is a great opportunity to expand your business into new markets. Don't miss out!

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View entire thread: ideas for framing playing cards

Posted by Selah on 2005-05-27 13:59:33      Post Subject: ideas for framing playing cards

I got some really cool vintage Rocket Ship playing cards from ebay and I want to frame them for my son's room. I'd love some help in thinking about creative ways to arrange them and what to use to matte them.

I'm working with a rectangular wooden frame I grabbed from the curb and 40 cards, 8 sets of 5. I'd like to flip some over to show the design on the back of the cards.

Any ideas and suggestions would be appreciated!
Thanks

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View entire thread: "Vintage" Necklaces...

Posted by Momto2boyz on 2007-11-28 11:01:03      Post Subject: "Vintage" Necklaces...

I wanted to do some "vintage" style necklaces...I should say vintage themed, as opposed to actually looking vintage. And I came up with these.

I used the easy cast resin, found some old photos from the 50's, and I think they turned out pretty cute. Granted, I am a total amateur with necklaces making, but I thought they turned out nice.

I have pictures posted here on my blog:

http://simplemommysguide.blogspot.com/

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View entire thread: AD: Two Busy Bees's new Web Site. Vintage Fabric Handbags.

Posted by TwoBusyBees on 2005-12-11 21:15:25      Post Subject: AD: Two Busy Bees's new Web Site. Vintage Fabric Handbags.

Hi getcrafty fans,

I wish I had know about this web site sooner. But, come take a look at http://www.twobusybees.com I just launched my new site this week. I sell contemporary styled handbags that I create from vintage fabrics.

If you're not interested, at least visit to see my cool logo that my friend designed for me. : )

Happy Holidays!

--Aida

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View entire thread: vintage photo charms

Posted by vintage.faerie on 2005-03-09 23:23:00      Post Subject: vintage photo charms

Hello Everyone!

We are listing a major vintage photo charm and pendant special on our site, http://www.vintagefaerie.com, so I thought that I would share with you all!

Take a look and if you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us- we would love to hear from you!

Oh, and in case you are wondering what the heck a vintage photo charm is, here's one example-

{Handmade by us from vintage photographs, paper, glass and mixed-metal.}

http://www.vintagefaerie.com/dream.gif

Thanks so much!
Take care-
Amanda

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View entire thread: Free fabric panel

Posted by happydaisydoo on 2005-04-08 11:57:43      Post Subject: Free fabric panel

Hello. I have a panel of fabric, approximately 15" x 30", vintage cotton, with a brown, orange, pink and turquoise circus print on one side, sewn to a solid piece of orange cotton. I have a photo of it posted in the "pictures" section of getcrafty. It is free to the first person who wants it. Please just let me know.

Thanks.

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View entire thread: recycling grandad''s (long crotch) trousers

Posted by laura.s on 2007-04-11 03:16:53      Post Subject: recycling grandad''s (long crotch) trousers

any ideas on how to transform a pair of vintage pants into a lower slung pant without cutting the waistband (because it has these groovy elastics built in the sides- i have never seen that and they are oh so comfy)?? i envision these pants being turned into a lower waist trouser pant that is wide though the leg.
i was thinking of opening up the crotch and replacing the zipper with a shorter one, then taking the extra fabric from the inside of the leg and sewing them back together.
any other ideas?

thanks

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View entire thread: Los Angeles - FELT CLUB: XL Holiday event, DECEMBER 9

Posted by FeltClub on 2006-11-28 04:51:45      Post Subject: Los Angeles - FELT CLUB: XL Holiday event, DECEMBER 9

http://www.feltclub.com/blog/forum.jpg

Avoid the mall and shop handmade this holiday season!

FELT CLUB: XL Holiday
SAT, DECEMBER 9, 12-7pm
@ the Ukrainian Cultural Center
4315 Melrose Ave. (@ Heliotrope, 2 blocks off Vermont)
LA CA 90029
http://www.feltclub.com

Join 70+ independent artists, crafters, and designers from SoCal and beyond who'll show off their latest and greatest handmade goodies for your holiday-shopping pleasure!

The first 250 visitors will be treated to swag bags full of magazines, coupons, buttons, samples from our sponsors and other fun treats. Visitors will enjoy veggie-friendly treats, in addition to happy shopping tunes from our DJs Dirty Robot and Lance Rock.

PLUS killer raffle prizes from cool peeps like The Little Knittery, Libby's Vintage Home & Garden, Rhino Records, Sublime Stitching, and many more.

Last but not least, the Editors of CRAFT magazine (http://www.craftzine.com) will be running our Craft: Room, helping visitors decorate holiday stockings, make ornaments, and more. Best of all, the whole thing is free, baby, FREE!

For more info, or to check out our vendor gallery, please visit: http://www.feltclub.com

To see previews of our raffle prizes and such, check out our Flickr group (updated regularly!): http://flickr.com/groups/feltclub/pool/

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View entire thread: JamieSmith.com~Handbags made from new and vintage fabrics

Posted by JamieSmith on 2005-01-14 00:25:05      Post Subject: JamieSmith.com~Handbags made from new and vintage fabrics

Jamie Smith

~Nothing over $50.00~

Please come and check out our online boutique with new and vintage fabric handbags. Sweet florals and vintage tea towels used to make some of the prettiest handbags around.



www.JamieSmith.com

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View entire thread: Pocket Mirrors with art from boygirlparty, My Paper Crane...

Posted by lookingglassgirl on 2005-06-12 14:08:06      Post Subject: Pocket Mirrors with art from boygirlparty, My Paper Crane...

Greetings and salutations, I am the mirrorgirl! I make fancy fun pocket mirrors (not compacts!) featuring the art of Susie from boygirlparty, Heidi from My Paper Crane among OTHERS! Check them out at www.myfavoritemirror.com.

I also sell one-of-a-kind pocket mirrors with images recycled from vintage storybooks, magazines, etc. Those are at www.lookingglassgirl.com.

These are great gifts, so stock up! =)

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View entire thread: De-molding old dolls?

Posted by Sewlittletime on 2008-02-15 13:18:13      Post Subject:

Do you have a doll hospital in or near your city? They may be able to offer suggestions.

You could also contact this place, in my home town!
Strong National Museum of Play:
http://www.strongmuseum.org/

They keep an extensive collection of antique/vintage toys and dolls, thousands collected by Margaret Woodbury Strong herself, during her travels around the world.
I would imagine that they have several experts on staff who could lead you in the right direction to clean and preserve your dolls, especially that vintage one!

Good Luck!

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View entire thread: greasywaitress.com! holiday goodies!

Posted by greasywaitress on 2004-12-09 14:13:07      Post Subject: greasywaitress.com! holiday goodies!

please check out my site!
i'm adding more and more items as we speak: record album journals (onsale $12 each!)
vintage iron on t-shirts
queenbee purses and wallets

http://www.greasywaitress.com

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View entire thread: Introducing...Bflyjunkie.com

Posted by Bflyjunkie on 2004-11-12 16:19:39      Post Subject: Introducing...Bflyjunkie.com

Hello Everyone...My name is Brigette and I recently created my website after noticing that I was doing quite well on Ebay. I am a lover of fashion and ALL things handcrafted and vintage. My site is just about done, but I was wondering if I could get some input on how it looks so far. Your critique is greatly appreciated! FYI: Bflyjunkie.com is filled with hancrafted, modern, and vintage clothing and accessories all for $20 or less. Oh, and feel free to take a quick look at my blog here at getcrafty.com too. It is the first one of many to come. I will start my journey through Grad School on the 29th of November while maintaining a full time job, playing soccer, and filling orders and what not for my new website. So please stayed tuned to all that is to come!

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View entire thread: Ephemera Swap

Posted by thesoulofhope on 2005-06-20 23:04:55      Post Subject: Ephemera Swap

Any one who has vintage or antique paper want to swap? I have lots of great stuff and would love to get some new stuff as well.

I also would swap for other things as well! PM me if interested!

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View entire thread: Embroidery help

Posted by CC's Creations on 2006-10-05 01:20:14      Post Subject: Embroidery help

Greetings all!!

Does anyone know where I can find embroidery videos online? Maybe short clips (that I could play over & over) would be best?

I seem to be able to make other stuff out of my head, but can't follow simple intructions for basic stitches!! (sad I know)

I use vintage embroidery patterns on my glass, etc but I would like to be able to actually use them as they were intended.

I would like my first personal project to be stiched on a big tote for me to well....tote all my junk around LOL

Anyway I will appreaciate any help you can offer.

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View entire thread: Washing antique quilts

Posted by sarabell on 2007-12-28 17:10:25      Post Subject:

i'd get them professionally cleaned. costly but worth it when you consider the potential risk... i washed a quilt that was mine as a baby on the gentle cycle and wound up with some shredding. and that quilt would probably only be considered "vintage" not antique!

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View entire thread: Wanted.....websites for fabric....

Posted by ktangerine on 2004-08-18 14:34:49      Post Subject: Wanted.....websites for fabric....

I am looking for some websites that sell fabric (repriduction, vintage, home decor) etc...

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View entire thread: Advice on starting up an online business

Posted by schwartzy on 2008-08-27 12:06:04      Post Subject: Advice on starting up an online business

I am a 24 year old art fiend.

I have always wanted to have my own business selling vintage clothes/accessories and arts & crafts I have created,but I have just never really had an idea of where to start.I feel there are alot of people my age,if not even alot younger,making a profit off there talents over the internet,and Id love to be able to do this!

Any advice would be loved to death.

merci!

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View entire thread: vintage plastic beads?

Posted by Slinkster on 2006-08-25 15:38:30      Post Subject:

you can try Manto Fev They have lots of vintage charms, you just have to browse. The prices are also really reasonable.

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View entire thread: Big book yay!

Posted by redheadedali on 2005-09-07 19:15:34      Post Subject: Big book yay!

I just got Teva Durham's Loop D Loop in the mail. I am SO excited! Does anyone else have this? Have you made anything from it? Between that, the spool knitter I bought today, and the cool vintage crochet book I got in the mail the other day, this has been a fab week for craftiness.

Alison

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View entire thread: I have these craft books on my wish list...

Posted by tootsiecat on 2005-02-10 09:33:44      Post Subject: I have these craft books on my wish list...

Artists Journals and Sketchbooks: Exploring and Creating Personal Pages by Lynne Perrella

Making Shadow Boxes and Shrines by Kathy Cano-Murillo


Last-Minute Knitted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson


Making Handbags: Retro, Chic, Luxurious by Ellen Goldstein-Lynch

Collage Discovery Workshop: Make Your Own Collage Creations Using Vintage Photos, Found Objects and Ephemera by Claudine Hellmuth

Felted Knits by Beverly Galeskas

Collage for the Soul: Expressing Hopes and Dreams Through Art by Holly Harrison

I don't want all of the collage books, maybe just one.
I've seen the Last Minute Knitted Gifts mentioned in the forums before.
Has anyone read or used any of the other books?
Does anyone want to tell me their absolute favorite craft or inspirational books? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

I just ordered hey day, living out loud, and wild with a glue gun. : )

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View entire thread: vintage sewing notions

Posted by christiyork on 2006-01-03 19:36:11      Post Subject: vintage sewing notions

Oh hi!
Does anyone know of a place to buy/sell/trade vintage sewing/needlepoint notions like seam tape, zippers, buttons, patterns etc...

I know I know, ebay - but it's so non-specific and people don't really cherish the vintage sewing stuff

bueno

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View entire thread: vintage sewing notions

Posted by textile_fetish on 2006-01-10 12:23:28      Post Subject: Re: vintage sewing notions

Oh hi!

I know I know, ebay - but it's so non-specific and people don't really cherish the vintage sewing stuff

bueno

Are you looking to buy or sell? I think you might be wrong about eBay. If you are looking to sell and afraid of not getting top dollar, do a search and sort by highest price. Look at how they are marketed. Those auctions, if done well, can get very competitive! I have bid on a few. The ones where the items are tossed in a box and photographed, also not described too well, tend to sell lower.

But hey! Etsy has a category for vintage as well as craft supplies. It is cheap to list, so it's worth a shot, too!

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View entire thread: Advice on starting up an online business

Posted by VintageEnthusiast on 2008-11-28 01:11:05      Post Subject: Re: Advice on starting up an online business

I am a 24 year old art fiend.

I have always wanted to have my own business selling vintage clothes/accessories and arts & crafts I have created,but I have just never really had an idea of where to start.I feel there are alot of people my age,if not even alot younger,making a profit off there talents over the internet,and Id love to be able to do this!

Any advice would be loved to death.

merci!


If you want to dip your feet into ecommerce, then starting on auction sites like Ebay or Etsy will see you selling some of your crafts. From there you will learn how to sell, how to improve your selling techniques, dealing and forming relationships with customers etc.

If you want to create a business that will constantly generate you income, then a website is the way to go.

I started with Ebay in which I was a powerseller but it became to much and since then run my own website.

Both methods take equally as long to 'establish a full time income'. It depends on how you 'view' your business. Short term = auction sites, long term = your own website.

Hope this helps :)

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View entire thread: Love Vintage Crafts?

Posted by becca on 2007-04-30 09:28:37      Post Subject: Love Vintage Crafts?

Here is a link to my Vintage Crafts! Hope you Like them. I have fun makign them! You will see painted pieces as well as pieces made from Vintage Fabric.

www.vintagelifetyles.blogspot.com

This one is a great use for vintage fabric:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/video/10211/spring_decorating_ideas_spring_book.html

Hope you like them.

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View entire thread: Wanted.....websites for fabric....

Posted by Morgan on 2004-08-26 00:00:21      Post Subject: Addicted to fabric

www.fabric.com
www.reprodepot.com (for vintage-y stuff)
www.joann.com

Joann's is the only one I've actually ordered from. But I've heard good things about the others. If you search on google for fabric stores, there're tons more sites.
& of course there's always ebay. They have some really good deals on fabrics sometimes.

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View entire thread: bottle brush trees - where?

Posted by missyballance on 2006-12-29 02:06:49      Post Subject:

I know this is probably too late for this year... but you can actually take the cheesy ones you can buy at michaels or walmart in a bag (they are a really dark green, and not vintage looking at all) and you can bleach them to minty green or white get that old look. You can get a bag for usually about 10 bucks. I know it's too late this time... but it's an idea :)

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View entire thread: floor stencils

Posted by shortysnoogans on 2006-08-28 20:24:16      Post Subject: floor stencils

Hi all. I've never posted here before but thought I'd throw out a question.
I've turned my freestanding garage into an office and assessment space but ran out of money before I got the floor done. So I painted it (plywood floor)a nice red and wanted to stencil it to look a little like vintage linoleum. Any sage advice? I couldn't really find any designs, but maybe I haven't looked hard enough. I did see a great random design on a linoleum floor on a web site. Any ideas or advice is appreciated. I'm clearly not a crafty person (YET!)

Thanks,

Leah

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View entire thread: cute fabrics...

Posted by LulaBelle Designs on 2005-06-05 22:32:28      Post Subject:

reprodepotfabrics.com
craftyplanet.com
equilter.com

all have some really cute, vintage and novelty fabrics.

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View entire thread: Craft project swap site????

Posted by glamourgirlsjewelry on 2004-08-15 01:13:54      Post Subject: Craft project swap site????

did I dream that there was a website where you could swap your craft UFO"s (un finished objects) for someone elses???? I thought I read it on here a few months ago, but I can not find it to save my soul....

If I did just dream it, I need to create that site!

Since my website is going down, I have a number of cut out purse pieces I need to get rid off...I don't want to make anymore purses right now, but can't throw them away either-most of them are cut out of vintage fabrics. IF I finished them, I can get $30-50 each...I have no time or space to keep finish or save the pieces...I have too many things to get rid of LOL.

So if anyone knows of where I can trade this stuff=lemme know!!!
Barbe

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View entire thread: bottle brush trees - where?

Posted by rubyfan on 2006-12-17 16:49:12      Post Subject: bottle brush trees - where?

Hi I am looking for miniature size bottle brush trees...anyone know an on line source for them?

The size I am looking for is between 1 and 2 inches probably...

Here is an example of some (these are 8 inches and more and too expensive and already decorated...so that takes them off my list!):

http://www.hometraditions.com/easterbottlebrushtreeswreaths.shtml

I hope someone can tell me where! Googled but I get all sorts of ebay auctions on VINTAGE ones...not what I want. Joanns has some in this size area...but again not what I want.

thanks

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View entire thread: Millinery- Trimming a Hat- Help Needed

Posted by stella on 2004-10-16 15:55:06      Post Subject:

Vogue has some patterns for vintage 40's and 50's hats made of wool felt. they're not the easiest patterns ever, and the sizing usually needs to be adjusted, but they are great hats.

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View entire thread: How to apply vintage (unpasted, not vinyl) wallpaper?

Posted by jmdandona on 2005-06-29 17:12:11      Post Subject: How to apply vintage (unpasted, not vinyl) wallpaper?

I have some lovely c. 1940s wallpaper, the kind that was not prepasted and is made from real paper (not vinyl). I also have a 1940s armoire that is a little flimsy--it was made mostly from paneling, not solid wood--and it also has some superficial water damage, so I have no qualms about painting it. I plan to paint it antique white and was thinking of pasting some of my vintage wallpaper on the inside. The texture of the inside is like the back of wood panelling--kind of rough. I'm not sure what kind of adhesive to use for the wallpaper--extra strength craft glue? Rubber cement? actual wallpaper paste? (the latter would be, I assume, most expensive, because these days it's a speciality item) I seem to remember seeing numerous articles in magazines like Martha Stewart Living etc. describing how to apply vintage wallpaper to boxes, furniture, etc. but I can't remember where/when I read them! Help!

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View entire thread: Retroletter.com ---> vintage ephemera stationery! New Si

Posted by retroletter.com on 2004-10-16 13:14:53      Post Subject: Retroletter.com ---> vintage ephemera stationery! New Si

http://www.retroletter.com

handmade stationery, cards, and gift sets from vintage ephemera!

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View entire thread: vintage lingerie patterns

Posted by sdhari on 2007-03-20 07:19:04      Post Subject: vintage lingerie patterns

looking foe websites where i can print out vintage lingerie patterns for free.

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View entire thread: bottle brush trees - where?

Posted by rubyfan on 2006-12-30 14:56:42      Post Subject:

I know this is probably too late for this year... but you can actually take the cheesy ones you can buy at michaels or walmart in a bag (they are a really dark green, and not vintage looking at all) and you can bleach them to minty green or white get that old look. You can get a bag for usually about 10 bucks. I know it's too late this time... but it's an idea :)

THANK YOU! I did find a bag at Kmart so I will try the bleach. Hmm...wonder if I can then die them pink? I did find an ornament at Joanns too made of 6 white ones tied together around a Santa face...cut those off. So between the two and with your method of making them better I should have what I need. And its not too late - I tend to get all the parts as things go on sale, bag them with instructions so in the summer I can pull them out and make Xmas stuff. I was working on miniature winter scenes and needed trees...have everything else. Who knew trees were hard to find?

People always have great suggestions here.

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View entire thread: Hi all! New member intro

Posted by wooleyduck on 2005-10-07 14:23:42      Post Subject: Hi all! New member intro

Hello! My name's Charity and I'm from TN. I've read getcrafty for years but finally joined recently.

About me:
I'll be 22 on December 13th.
I'm short.
I have pretty eclectic tastes.
I currently live in a little white house on the edge of the woods, with my boyfriend, my mom, and a herd of housecats.
I'm the youngest of three girls and the only one with green eyes.

About my craftiness:
I love finding new uses for old stuff.
I have drawn since I could hold a pencil.
I love doing stuff with polymer clay lately, especially carving it.
I can kind of sew and I want to learn more but my machine needs a cleaning/tune up. It's a greenish 1960's Kenmore that I picked up at a Goodwill for $26 bucks. (I love it.)
I want to learn how to knit.
I used to be heavy into mail art and random mail stuff but lost touch with it when I got pretty busy this past year. But I'm slowly starting to get back into it.

About my other hobbies/interests:
Going to thrift shops.
Collecting bunches of stuff from elephant figurines to vintage books to colorful rocks.
Reading and bookcrossing.
Starting a craft business with my sister called Pancakes and Noodles! We have an etsy store for now.
Drinking tea, playing video games, playing with my cats, travelling everywhere I can go.

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View entire thread: Knit Your Bit

Posted by KnittyMomma on 2004-12-06 22:11:53      Post Subject:

if you go to redcross.org and look in the store they are selling their vintage ww2 sock knitting kits

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View entire thread: Check us out, www.iheartohmy.com

Posted by Anonymous on 2005-05-13 04:25:02      Post Subject: Check us out, www.iheartohmy.com

Small online shop FULL of vintage clothing, hand made bags and accessories and much much more. We've got to sell alot before we can add more, so come and check us out! www.iheartohmy.com <33 and Thank you! (We would love to hear from you!)

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View entire thread: Help-flour sack towel pattern

Posted by lilshaf on 2005-05-31 13:00:58      Post Subject: Help-flour sack towel pattern

I am looking to find some of the cute flour sack towel patterns. I like the vintage looking ones, or days of the week would be cute. My grandmother made a set for me and I would like to have more of them.

Also, does anyone know of any good places to buy the towels for good prices?

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View entire thread: Fabric stores in Fairfield County CT or NYC?

Posted by noelmac on 2006-07-28 10:22:56      Post Subject: Fabric stores in Fairfield County CT or NYC?

Hello fellow Craftistas,
I'm new to Fairfield County, CT and absolutely cannot find a decent fabric store. Most seem to be only upholstery or lousy apparel fabric. The kind of store I'm looking for would have reproduction fabrics, maybe some vintage stuff, unusual prints (like pinup girls, Asian prints...) and you want to spend hours there sifting through the bolts. Anyone? Anyone? I know I can buy online but IT'S NOT THE SAME! I need to touch it first (innocent innuendo). Any suggestions or guidance is much appreciated.
Noel

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View entire thread: A Very Vintage Christmas, Hundreds of Vintage Holiday Images

Posted by titancia on 2005-11-28 15:43:30      Post Subject:

Thanks for posting that! That's awesome...I'm a sucker for any vintage Christmas stuff!

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View entire thread: Love Vintage Crafts?

Posted by mlmayko on 2007-05-01 18:29:47      Post Subject:

Hi Becca!, Your blogs are great. I always watch them for new things and posts!

I love vintage fabrics, especially vintage kimono fabrics!

:)

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View entire thread: is this a bad idea? (wedding thing)

Posted by researchasaurus on 2004-05-25 15:59:27      Post Subject: is this a bad idea? (wedding thing)

Hi everyone. Weddings are everywhere lately! Mine is in 1 1/2 weeks.

What do you think of this:

I was already married once a long time ago, one of those fast ones that was purely a learning experience and we both made it out okay. We eloped & did it at the courthouse so it was all really informal. But, one of my friends gave me this beautiful, vintage, handmade handkerchief that was my "something blue" and "something old" for the day.

It's so pretty. I haven't got any other "something blue" or "something old" this time around so I'm wondering if I should use it again, or if it's been tainted by having been used for the failed first wedding.

I guess only I can really decide that, but I'm still interested in the general concensus. I mean, maybe the whole old/borrowed/blue/new thing is kind of passe too?! I don't know.

If I really am going to follow this tradition, it occurs to me that I also don't have a "something borrowed" figured out. So if anybody has a different vintage hanky with blue on it that you want to lend me, let me know! That would solve this dilemma. I promise I'll give it back.

Thank you!
Heidi

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View entire thread: My Craft Space

Posted by kitchensqueen on 2007-03-03 20:43:01      Post Subject: My Craft Space

Well, I finally got around to setting up a proper craft space of my very own today. In our living room, we have a formica kitchen table that my husband uses for his modeling/miniatures hobby but he only uses half of it, so he asked me if I wanted to use the other half for my crafting, now that I'm putting together my Etsy shop. So I jumped on the chance. I have all my rubber stamps in a milk glass compote, pens and glue sticks in a milk glass tumbler, beads and charms in a mini apothecary jar, notions in a vintage zinc-top blue glass Ball jar, my soap making supplies in a vintage loaf pan, markers and miscellaneous items in a small wicker basket, and more markers and colored pencils in a cigar box. All nicely arranged around the perimeter of my work space. On the wall I posted a "crafts to do" and my Etsy inventory lists.

My next steps for my area are to make a jar shelf to hold little items, and a bulletin/magnet board so I can tack up bits of inspiration and papers. My craft books remain across the room on my bookshelf, and I have plastic shoe boxes of supplies I don't use very often, as well as a crate of speciality papers that are in our office/desk area still, but I find my new setup quite serviceable. And I christened it tonight be altering some glassware! Tomorrow will be jewelry-making day!

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