Posts By: finnfemme

Vintage 1949 Ivory Snow Soap For Washing Lingerie

First of all, I love Ivory soap.  There is just something about the smell of it that evokes clean familiarity.  I am glad that they have not changed the formulation or scent of the soap that’s still 99 44/100% pure!  What the “unpure” .56% was, I never found out.  It remains an unsolved mystery from… Read more »

Fab 50s Vintage Bolero Sweater Knitting Pattern

Since this is my first post of the new year, HAPPY NEW YEAR!  I thought I’d start out 2013 with a great knitting pattern.  This beauty is from 1954, and is a really splendid short bolero cardigan pattern.  Knit with jumbo knitting needles, I love the cuffed 3/4th sleeves and pointed shawl collar.  Sweet! This… Read more »

A Happy New Year’s (Eve) To You!

As I write this, I realize that most of the world has already celebrated the arrival of 2013.  But living in the Pacific Northwest, we still have about 6 hours to go until the appointed hour.  I am tucked into my house on this very cold night and am commencing to cook Hoppin’ John and… Read more »

Mod 60s GoGo Mini Dress Vintage Knitting Pattern

Here is a fab mod chunky knit dress knitting pattern from 1968!  A ‘Sweet ‘n Sassy’ sleeveless turtleneck shift mini dress that is pretty awesome.  I love how the model is rocking the orange boots, wide headband, chain medallion, and flip hairdo. This is a timeless style that looks quite easy to make.  I love… Read more »