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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Bits and Pieces

I'm so happy, I actually won another giveaway!  I got a super package in the mail yesterday from Molly over at Molly Sews.  There are four patterns in the package.



These are going to be fun to play with. As I mentioned yesterday, I'm cleaning my sewing room.  While in that process I unpacked a bag of things I acquired at a yard sale about a week ago, and a lot of it is perfect for these patterns.  Some of this stuff is OLD, as evidenced by the bag some of it was packed in.


Do any of you remember Zayre's?  Wow!  Blast from the past.  I was very excited about my haul from this yard sale.  I got everything in the following pictures, AND MORE for only $6.50!  Gotta love the yard sale!



I'm seeing some very 60s-70s sewing ahead.  Also, the homeowner was clearly into lace.  This is a wonderful thing because I have several projects on the horizon for lace, including my wedding dress. I also want to do another Lady Mary Armistice Blouse, this time in cream and laces. 





I also snagged some cream satin ribbon,


and some pink satin that might make a cute flower girl dress.


Well, back to work I suppose!  Gotta get things prepped for my next few projects!  While cleaning, I'm also pre-washing that lavender linen for my sixties suit dress re-do.  What's on your slate this week?
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8 comments:

  1. Deborah HamiltonMay 30, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Wow, those laces are beautiful. You really got a bargain!

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    1. UnknownMay 30, 2012 at 2:19 PM

      I know. I feel so lucky. Lace is so pricey in the stores. That spool of galloon lace alone is worth way over 6.50!

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  2. SherryMay 30, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    That pink satin is gorgeous, can't believe you snagged it all for just $6.50! I like the versatility of the Vogue pattern.

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    1. UnknownMay 30, 2012 at 2:21 PM

      The lady had about 4 huge Tupperware bins FULL of fabric and she had it priced at $6 for a bagful. The extra fifty cents was for a pair of antique hankies!

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  3. HoffiCoffiMay 31, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Fantastic fabrics, patterns and lace. Enjoy. I look forward to seeing your creations!

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    1. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 8:16 AM

      So much fun! Not that I need any more, but today is an awesome day for yard sales. Might have to go see what I can find

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  4. BrendaJune 29, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    I loved Zayre. I live near Nashville and that's the one I remember. It was near the airport. I had my kids pictures taken there in 1982. Don't really remember when it closed.

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    1. UnknownJuly 4, 2012 at 2:27 PM

      I'm originally from Western Massachusetts and I think our Zayre store went out of business in the early eighties.

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