I finally found an ad featuring Twiggy! I’ve been searching amongst my magazines for a glimpse of one of my favorite ’60s model, Twiggy, to no avail until now. I think, perhaps, it’s because my personal fashion/teen magazine collection is from about 1968 onward, and Twiggy had her modeling heyday in 1966 and 1967. Anyway,… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Vintage Clothing
Popping Tags With Macklemore
I’ll admit I’m officially obsessed with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis; local Seattle boys made good. Their hit song ‘Thrift Shop” practically sent me over the edge! Even though I’m old enough to be their mother, I feel a strong solidarity with their frugal ways and thrift shopping adventures. Seeing Ben Haggerty (Macklemore) making an entrance… Read more »
Vintage 50s Tweedy Chanel-esque Sweater Jacket Knitting Pattern
I love this sweater jacket! Vintage 1954, it’s reminiscent of a tweedy Chanel jacket. It is knitted with two contrasting color yarns for a great effect. Looks pretty easy to knit too. These directions are for size 12 (bust – 34″). Changes for sizes 14 (bust 36″) and 16 (bust 38″) are in parentheses. Enjoy!… Read more »
Washing Cashmere Sweaters With Baby Shampoo
I am what you would call a cashmere freak. Totally! It is about the only natural sweater fiber that’s soft enough that I can wear next to my skin. Wool, mohair, and even angora are too itchy to wear without a layer between it and my somewhat sensitive hide. A big thank you to the… Read more »
Classic Vintage 50s Cardigan Sweater Knitting Pattern
Here’s another fab vintage 1954 knitting pattern! This is a classically chic cardigan, with deep V-neckline and 4 button closure. Very fun, and always in style. 🙂 Directions are for size 12 (bust 34″). Changes for sizes 14 (bust 36″) and 16 (bust 38″) are in parentheses. Download Pattern Here. ~Marilyn Huttunen
Those Swell Vintage Mary Maxim Hand Knitted Wool Sweaters!
I’ve always had a hankering for those wonderfully kitschy, yet amazingly stylish Mary Maxim knitted sweaters. I cannot pass one up if I see it in a thrift store; they are like magnets pulling me toward them! It’s so fun to see a bright, bold design on an incredibly warm and functional item. I got… Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!