Being an unapologetic Olympics lover, I’m really enjoying seeing Kate Middleton also getting into the Olympics! Doesn’t it seem like she is at every event? With a front row seat to most venues, she can be seen clapping, shouting, jumping, and even doing The Wave. I can be seen doing these things too…only, I am… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Fashion
Redheads, Canada Dry Ginger Ale, and Sugar Rationing 1946
I rarely drink soft drinks, but when I do I enjoy a crisp ginger ale. Ginger ale is one of those vintage-y soft drinks that seems a bit classier and isn’t sickeningly sweet. I love this 1946 Canada Dry ginger ale ad. “Go Steady With Ginger!”, features a wholesome looking redheaded (“ginger” haired) woman, swimming… Read more »
Vintage 1950 Pretty “Tulip Time” Sweater Knitting Pattern
Here’s a great vintage 1950 knitting pattern from Fleisher’s Yarns: “Tulip Time” sweater. The tulips look a little abstract to me, but they’re pretty cool. I like how they are set off individual harlequin medallions. All in all, a unique vintage design. Download pattern here: Tulip Time ~Marilyn Huttunen
The New Rebels? Over 40 and Defiantly Long-Haired
Wow, who knew that having long hair after 40 was still an issue? I mean, seriously, does anybody really care about what others do to their hair at any age? I guess it’s just not on my radar to worry about how others are wearing their hair, because frankly, I’m just not interested. I am… Read more »
The Gorgeous Esther Williams and Woodbury Powder – Vintage 1946
I was always impressed with how Esther Williams parlayed competitive swimming into a movie career. Of course, she was gorgeous and talented, and had the great opportunity to star in many “aquamusicals” in the 40s and early 50s. The films featured fabulously choreographed synchronized swimming and diving, and the star of the show was always… Read more »
Sweet Vintage 40s Bolero Knitting Pattern
I love it when I come across variations of vintage knitting patterns; this beauty is another sweet version of Kate’s royal reception angora bolero sweater. Named the Dolman Bolero, it is from the 1940s. Just adorable and oh-so stylish! I think it would look fabulous knitted in fluffy angora, and I love the big button… Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!