Old School Hair Product = Lifehack So this is something I learned years ago in a Hints From Heloise binder that my mother had: there is an old school hairstyling product buried on the bottom shelf of your grocery aisle that is super useful around the house: Alberto VO5 Conditioning…
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10 Laundry Tips and Tricks
10 Laundry Tips and Tricks What’s the point in having great clothes and household items if you can’t keep them in good condition? Here are some of the laundry tips, tricks, and best products I’ve come across. You don’t need fabric softener or dryer sheets. Who tells you that you…
Continue ReadingFree PDF Sewing Pattern: Retro Overnight Bag by The Crafty Kitty, via Birch Organic Fabric
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!
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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…
Continue ReadingInspiration: 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 more…
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