Vintage clothing adds a touch of timeless style and history to your wardrobe. But those delicate fabrics and potential wear-and-tear require special care when it comes to cleaning. Fear not, fellow vintage enthusiast! With a few simple steps, you can keep your favorite finds looking fresh for years to come. Before You Begin: Assess and Identify Check the label: Some vintage … Continue reading A Guide to Cleaning Your Vintage Clothing
Caring for Your Vintage Silk Treasures True vintage scarves, with their intricate patterns and timeless elegance, deserve special care when it comes to cleaning and keeping them looking their best. Unlike modern scarves made of synthetic materials, these delicate fabrics require a gentle touch to maintain their beauty and longevity. To help you look after … Continue reading A Guide to Washing True Vintage Scarves
Retro Clean Vintage Textile Soak Solution: A Review Retro Clean is a unique cleaning product that has garnered a loyal following, particularly among those who appreciate vintage textiles and eco-friendly cleaning solutions. If you've been around my blog for a while, you may recall a few posts where I mention Retro Clean Soaking Powder but I haven't … Continue reading Retro Clean Review
A lots happened in life since I posted about my adventures hunting down the vintage unicorn known as The Betty Draper Dress in 2019. This highly sought after dress was first featured in the 1959 Montgomery Ward catalog and then came to fame on season 1, episode 2 of Mad Men. Worn by the character Betty … Continue reading Washing my Vintage Betty Draper 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