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[Lillemor]

Vintage Betty, I wish I had a daughter like you.

 

[goldwyn girl]

Vintage Betty, what a wonderful gift.

 

[Miss 1929]

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It might seem extravegant in this economy...

On the other hand, you gave work for a night to all those musicians! And this is the most dire Christmas season ever, so I am sure they appreciated it. Vintage Betty moves the forces of economics!

And, what a totally AWESOME gift.

 

[Kim_B]

Some recent purchases...

I've become quite addicted to pins and brooches - I've picked these three up over the last few weeks...

And this one is an early birthday present to myself

 

[Vintage Betty]

Thank you for all the kind words ladies!

It's interesting to note that this particular band was actually a non-profit; therefore there prices are substantially lower than a commercially priced band.

We actually reserved the band 1.5 years ago, anticipating a huge Christmas season. Imagine my surprise when the bandleader told me that we were the only booking for the entire month of December and that they had NO New Year's Eve booking this year!

If you want more info on the band, you can go to their website and listen to a bunch of their music at: www.moonlightswing.org

 

[Inky]

A couple of xmas goodies

Here's a couple of new additions to the house - including the new kitty, Bella (after Bela Lugosi), acting as official purse inspector.

A black crocheted purse, large in size (13.5 x 6.5 x 4) with lucite pull. The only label is "Handmade by Warren" stamped on the inside. It is in great condition, with its original metal Talon zipper and perfect interior. It does have a small strap across the top, but I think would be best held clutch style.

And an unused dress pattern by "Superior Patterns." I've never seen one of these before, but it seems you could buy them at Sears. All the pieces and instructions are there.

Now, let's find somewhere fun to take the purse out to....

 

[Lily Powers]

Like the purse and love Bella! I see she takes her job as purse inspector very seriously. I'm sure she'll be promoted to Chief Inspector Of All Household Items in no time!

 

[Lady Day]

I hope this will be the mother of all dress making books. Circa 1948. At 300+ pages I should think so

LD

 

[Lauren]

That book is FANTASTIC. I have it, too, and it's a great resource for dress design in period techniques

 

[Miss 1929]

I have that book too! The chapters on making your own dress form and on diagnosing and correcting fit problems are amazing, and all the stuff toward the back about slashing and spreading pattern pieces to make drapes and swooshes is also really something.
I am amused at the illustrations, everyone has a totally "New Look" figure.

 

[I'mSuzyParker]

I've become quite addicted to pins and brooches - I've picked these three up over the last few weeks...

I LOVE the pinecone brooch. Amazing

 

[The Shirt]

My Kitty is named after Bela Lugosi as well! Watch out though - she has more than nine lives at 23. I think she actually is a little undead....

 

[MissAmelina]

I hope this will be the mother of all dress making books. Circa 1948. At 300+ pages I should think so

LD

Dude, it's supposed to be! I am happy for you that you got a copy! Let us know if it lives up to its legend!

 

[Lady Day]

Wow, what glowing recommendations Now Im super glad I got it.

Thanks ladies

LD

 

[Kim_B]

I LOVE the pinecone brooch. Amazing

Thanks! I've actually seen a couple floating around on Etsy in the vintage listings...I wanted something festive, but not strictly Christmas...pine cones know no season! lol

 

[I'mSuzyParker]

I will check out Ebay.. There was a pinecone charm bracelet that J. Crew had this fall. By the time I made up my mind it was sold out : (

 

[Kim_B]

One more brooch to add to the collection...this one needs a new pin back attached - it was too cute to pass up!

 

[Odalisque]

One more brooch to add to the collection...this one needs a new pin back attached - it was too cute to pass up!

I want your whole holiday brooch collection!
I love the all

 

[StaceFace]

Waiting on this to arrive:

The Complete Book Of Sewing 1943 - Constance Talbot

I believe it's the original, not the reprint...I hope.

 

[newtovintage]

Waiting on this to arrive:

The Complete Book Of Sewing 1943 - Constance Talbot

I believe it's the original, not the reprint...I hope.

My mother has the exact same book. It is truly wonderful. Great detail in my opinion. Her's is the original, but I have seen reprints.
Sarah