This is a cute and stylin’ 1940s sailor hat to crochet. It looks more like a fascinator hat to me, and is uniquely indicative of World War II fashion. ~Marilyn
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Vintage 1973 Baroque Granny Square Bedspread to Crochet (Pattern)
This is a classic 1970s Granny Square pattern! This richly colored, beautifully crocheted spread recycles sports yarn remnants. “Would be especially effective in an uncluttered room”, per the caption. 😀 ~Marilyn
Happy Hanging Out Earth Days
I haven’t written about laundry or clotheslines in awhile, but just wanted to reassure you that I am still a 100% air-dryer (since my dryer broke in 2005). I have been rejoicing in the warmer, sunnier days here in the Pacific Northwest, because I am able to hang laundry out on my backyard clothesline. Drying… Read more »
Sew a Vintage 70s Great Gatsby Cape and Vest (Free Pattern)
The May 1974 issue of Family Circle magazine featured instructions on how to make the natty lapel vest and beautiful chiffon cape worn by Robert Redford and Mia Farrow in a scene from the 1974 film, The Great Gatsby. Patterns are below: Happy Sewing! 🙂 Marilyn
Men’s and Women’s Vintage Mod 60s Ski Sweater to Knit
Perfect for a winter project, here is a fun vintage 1960s knitting pattern for a mod 60s Nordic ski sweater. Instructions for both the women’s and men’s sweaters. Enjoy! ~Marilyn
Quick and Easy Vintage 60s Chunky Sweater to Knit
Perfect for winter, this is a beautiful vintage 60s chunky sweater pattern to knit. Made very quickly — 2 stitches to an inch, it should be a fun and easy knitting project! ~Marilyn
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!