I’ve always loved the fact that Marilyn Monroe and I both share a name, Marilyn, and a birthday, June 1st. She is exactly 29 years older than me. My mom denies the fact that she named me after Marilyn Monroe. I’m pretty sure that she didn’t know that her birthday was also June 1st, but… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Vintage
The Realistic Vintage 50s Homemaker
I love the advertisements in vintage 40s and 50s women’s magazines; when domestic goddesses reigned supreme. I especially love laundry-related advertising, because they always make what was a very labor-intensive task back then, very enticing indeed. Almost thrilling! Case in point, the 1949 Duz ad, where the happy homemaker seems positively buzzed with excitement. 😀… Read more »
Rah Rah Stripes! Vintage 60s Sweater Knitting Pattern
Stripes have made a big comeback, as they always seem to do, in the fashion world! Digging through my vintage knitting patterns once again, I found this delightful striped chunky knit sweater pattern from the 1960s. Link to pattern here. The rest of the instructions are below. It is made from heavy rug yarn and… Read more »
Mod 60s and Boho 70s Apron Patterns
Stylish apron sewing patterns continued on into the 60s and 70s. They were, however, a far cry from the ultra feminine domestic goddess aprons of the 50s! Frills, embroidery and appliques were replaced by sleek lines, and no-nonsense design. I really like this apron style, having several in this design. They really are practical and… Read more »
Vintage 60s Five Fabulous Felt Flower Petal Pillows!
Could anything be more FAB than these crafty felt petal pillows from 1963? This McCall’s pattern (#6751) is just so delicious that I just may have to break out of my no-sewing comfort zone to try making them! I was thrilled when I found this stunning pattern. It features “Five Felt Petal Pillows” or “P.J…. Read more »
Those Charming Vintage 50s Apron Patterns!
I collect masses of vintage sewing patterns. Oh, I do manage to sell a few here and there, but I find myself hanging onto the most delightful patterns…and most of those are aprons. I kick myself now for selling some really splendid examples of vintage aprons, they are long gone. I realize now how hard… Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!