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    Reese Witherspoon Goes Retro on the Cover of Vogue

    Oh stop. Ryan is cool. He played Billy Douglas on OLTL.
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    Show us what you've made!

    What are you nervous about? The dress is gorgeous and I love your color palatte.
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    Annette Hanshaw Sensation Classic Jazz and Blues Reissues

    Does anyone know when the other volumes will be released? So far they've released 5, 6, and 7, and I've read somewhere that they were going to release the earlier volumes later on? Does anyone have any info on this?
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    Show us what you've made!

    Cool. I think I'm gonna start with the sweater you made, something quick and rewarding to break the long hiatus.
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    Show us what you've made!

    Great work ToniJo. Also, Lauren, are you gonna post a pic of yourself with your new crocheted sweater from your blog? I think I might try making that one too. Also, I'm curious what size yarn and hook you used because like you, I have a very hard time getting the size right with these vintage...
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    Interesting article on disposable fashion

    I buy throwaway fashion all the time, only I don't throw it out.
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Thanks Gracie. I'll be heading to Joann's soon.
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Covered belt buckles Does anyone know where I can purchase some covered belt buckles and eyelets? Almost every vintage pattern has an attached belt. Was wondering if anyone knew of a good brand. I've heard of Maxant, but their website has very little information. They have buckle kits with...
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    LOL. Thanks.
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Quick Question Quick question: does the belt on this pattern look like it's right at the belly button? Help. Generally, where do most 40s waistlines occur?
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    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    now how to keep them white?
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    Show Us Your Purchases!

    Just wondering, since I don't do much vintage clothing shopping, do you ever come across actual vintage dresses or own a dress that might have been home sewn?
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    Making a Circle Skirt

    I would go with a commercial pattern because they will give you step by step instructions and will tell you where to lengthen or shorten the pattern. I just finished a '50s circle skirt last week and it came out pretty nice. They're very basic, so you don't even need all that much instruction...
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    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Nice comfy summer sneakers I found from Keds.
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    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Woo, neat. Love the 3 buckles, but the price is quite steep. Love the curved heels on the Hush Puppies too.
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    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Just google Chelsea Crew shoes.
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    Cute Vintage-y Shoes

    Cool. Are they true to size? I wish they came in a dark chocolate brown. There aren't enough rich dark brown shoes these days.
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    If I used that method, wouldn't it be necessary to do an ease stitch and if so, at what point should I put in the ease stitch? After the hem tape is sewn in place or before, or does it matter?
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Thanks Tatum. I will probably use her technique, only I'm a little scared cause my machine likes to eat up fabric whenever I do a narrow hem. Out of curiosity, does anyone know what might have been the preferred method back in the day?
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    What is the best way to hem a 50s circle skirt? I've read it's a good idea to baby hem, but my instructions don't say to do this. Any suggestions?

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