More patterns on Etsy

I've been updating my etsy shop this week with lots of 1970s patterns.


Style pattern 4538 dress pattern 1974 Bust 38

I have a pretty large stash of patterns I'll never use tucked away, along with a handful of knitting patterns I found at a charity shop a while ago.

Lillie London 6889 A-line dress and jacket pattern 1970 Bust 40

There'll be more patterns going up over the next few days, so stay tuned!

Style 1591 pattern 1976 Halter or capelet sleeve tops

In between sewing, listing and applying for new jobs I've been too busy to do any blogging, but I have lots of plans, honestly!
I'm also planning to make a few things to sell on Etsy and eBay, and I'll update you when they're ready!
Lots of plans, just wish I had more time in my day!

I'm on Etsy

Just a quickie to say I've started listing some of my hoards of vintage bits and pieces on Etsy today. I'm going to try to get everything up over the next couple of weeks, one or two items at a time, so don't go too far!

You can see my shop linked on the right of the screen, or vist me here.

Outfit for another cloudy day

I managed to get up in time for another outfit post today - twice in one week - fancy that!

This is my Simplicity 3688 skirt, worn with a Marks and Spencer cashmillion cardigan and Clarks Cuban Hat wedges.

I've spent some time today sorting out a whole bunch of patterns to sell on etsy. They're all from the 70s and 80s, as these were given to me by my mother in law, who's been a keen home sewist. There are some amazing patterns, and a couple of unbelievable 80s jumpsuits.

Keep an eye out for these, plus some shoes and clothes that should all be going up in the next couple of weeks!

Ah, rainy days. Does anyone else shop when there's nothing else to do? I've been trawling etsy for lovely things and came across lots! I thought I'd share some of my favourites.

Perfect for the Christmas party of your dreams. Mulled wine, sparkling lights and Clark Gable. And it's available from the lovely FabGabs!

 What a coat. Warm, practical and stylish. Can't you see it strutting along the highstreet with bags of presents tucked under one arm? Available here

I struggled with myself over whether to buy this dress or not. The waist is about 1" too small. From past experience I know that I will not be able to lose the weight in the next 4 years and that the dress will just hang there till I decide to sell it on. Sigh. It's still available here

I'm noticing a colour theme arise here... So sad this skirt is a bit too small for me. Get it here

Walking in the woods on the last crisp sunny day of Autumn. Or maybe in town at Christmas time. These beauties are perfect! Too small for me, and here

I bet you're impressed I've held out and not spent any money...ooops. I thought this skirt would be a perfect wardrobe staple, and it's got the CC41 lables and original hang tags! Ahhh, suddenly the weather seems unimportant! I bought it from this lady in Bath, who also has some very nice wool fabric going cheap!

*Just so you know, I don't have any association with any of the shops I've listed.*