Tips for taking care of your clothes from Make Do and Mend; In 1943, a booklet titled Make Do and Mend was widely distributed in England in an effort to encourage and teach households how to make their clothing last longer in a period of clothing and other shortages. This booklet became the cornerstone for … Continue reading How to Make Your Clothes Last Longer According to the 1940’s
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How to Replace Your Vintage Handbag Straps
Way back in November of 2021, I attended the Polka Dot Vintage Markets where I discovered an adorable white wicker handbag that I instantly fell in love with. This bag has since travelled with me and gone on many an adventure by my side. When I was originally buying the bag, I noticed that the … Continue reading How to Replace Your Vintage Handbag Straps
That’s Sew Vintage – Fixing a Heavily Damaged Vintage Dress
Welcome to my new blog series, That's Sew Vintage. In this series, I'll walk you through steps, tips, and information on how to fix true vintage items and anything to do with vintage sewing and fabrics. I'll be discussing everything from how to fix hems, what to know when choosing a dry cleaner and how … Continue reading That’s Sew Vintage – Fixing a Heavily Damaged Vintage Dress