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Free PDF Sewing Pattern: Retro Overnight Bag by The Crafty Kitty, via Birch Organic Fabric

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Today I stumbled across this adorable pattern and fabric on the Birch Organic Fabric site, and I just had to share it! The designer is Stephanie of The Crafty Kitty, and the fabric is Serengeti by Jay-Cyn Designs. Click the picture below to download the pattern and instructions!  

My Life in Movies

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My Life in Movies | JunglelandVintage.com

My Life in Movies (Something completely silly I wrote a few years ago when snowed in and bored) Movie my brothers got taken to see while my mother was giving birth to me: Return of the Jedi First movie I can remember seeing in a theater (the library screening room, IIRC): The Fox and the … Read more

Replacing a Coat Lining

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Replacing a Coat Lining I’ve been meaning to write about replacing a coat lining for months–I’m either very late, or very early! J has a now-vintage winter coat from Structure (the former men’s line from Compagnie Internationale Express) that has held up to much abuse over the years. The lining finally gave out though (and … Read more

Free and affordable resources for sewing formal gowns, bridesmaid and prom dresses

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Free and affordable resources for sewing formal gowns, bridesmaid and prom dresses Note: View all our sewing posts here: https://junglelandvintage.com/category/sewing/. Bridal gowns, prom and bridesmaid dresses, evening wear– formal clothing can be some of the most expensive items your closet. It can also be hard to find a good fit or a true expression of … Read more

Inspiration: Jose Romussi embroidered vintage photographs

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Inspiration: Jose Romussi embroidered vintage photographs Artist Jose Romussi found a new application for string art and embroidery–applying them to vintage photographs of dancers. The results are stunning. Jose Romussi is a Chilean artist currently based in Berlin. He uses fiber arts in new and surprising ways, changing old media into new incarnations. Check out … Read more

Inspiration: Stephen Shore

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Inspiration: Stephen Shore I probably shouldn’t admit that I first learned about Stephen Shore on Pinterest. I became kind of obsessed with the picture above. I feel like I’ve been in this motel room before, and yet I wish I could buy every object in this room. Stephen Shore (b. 1947) is a NYC-born, self-taught … Read more

Inspiration: Our Favorite Instagram Accounts Featuring Detroit (and Elsewhere in Michigan)

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What up, doe? People repping the D on IG

Inspiration: Our Favorite Instagram Accounts Featuring Detroit (and Elsewhere in Michigan) As you probably know, around these parts, we love Detroit fiercely. The city is exciting and inspiring, not to mention sprawling. Happily for all of us, though, there are lots of folks on Instagram documenting what’s good. Detroit Happenings: March 8th- @acronymcreative ・・・
#DetroitMusic • … Read more

Inspiration: Essential Instagram Accounts about Art, Photography, & Creativity

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Who to follow on IG for art

Inspiration: Essential Instagram Accounts about Art, Photography, & Creativity We’ve already shared some of our favorite art-focused blogs, but today seemed like a good day to share a peek at our social media list. Who doesn’t need a little more beauty in their day, in between shots of their friends’ plates, pop culture memes, and … Read more

Kitchen: Fireball Whisky Truffles

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Kitchen: Fireball Whisky Truffles (This recipe disappeared off Fireball’s website, so use it at your own risk!) Ingredients 20 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60 to 70 percent cocoa), divided into a 12-ounce portion and an 8-ounce portion, finely chopped 2/3 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 tablespoons whiskey … Read more