Let us take a few minutes to clear up some confusion…I cannot tell you how much fabric to buy because I do not know where you will use it, how much of it you will use or how often you will use a pa…
I have always collected pretty little vintage textiles. I love doilies, bits of lace, old tablecloths, embroidered bureau scarves. Things women of yore spent hours and hours carefully stitching. In this line, I’ve made a simple roomy crop top and added a piece of interesting vintage textile. This particular top is made from a pretty, light, sage green, linen. I’ve hand appliquéd a vintage doilie to it. It has a scoop neck and cap sleeves-simple art to wear. I would say this is a Large/XL Shoulder to hem: 23” Arm pit to arm pit: 28” Thanks for viewing!😁
How to make a pretty patchwork tote bag with vintage linen and lace.
In Repurposing & Decorating With Vintage Linens, there are many ways to create something beautiful and useful with your found or made linens.
If you have ever even accidentally ended up at Flamingo Toes there is a good chance that you’ve come across a vintage fabric project. Or a project that I wished I used vintage fabric on but restrained myself. One of those two things. Because seriously, it is just too yummy. All those gorgeous colors, pretty ... Read More about 30 Fabulous Vintage Linen Projects
click on images for sources one - pretty flowers in upcycled cans // two - love this kitchen! // three - spring picnics I love // four - I think I'm going to attempt to knit this for myself // five - oh so true x This week has flown by! we've had a couple
Things to make with vintage hankies. upcycled handkerchief crafts.
Last weekend at one of my favorite thrift stores I ran across a stack of vintage sheets. I’m pretty sure most of them date from the 60’s and 70’s based on their bold unapologetic color and pattern (which I happen to love.) I bought this stack of Euro shams without any grand plan grand plan […]
I met Julie from L’envers Fashion a couple of years ago (virtually - we are Instagram pals). We messaged each other and connected as friends and contemporaries - two female business owners, starting out in the world of slow fashion, paving our own way to make a difference in the world by moving slowly, intentionally and ethically. Both Julie and I have chosen to grow our businesses in a similar way, choosing natural fibers, caring about the people who make our clothing, and making our garments in small batches - to be sustainable. Julie and I decided to trade each other for a garment from each others collection - it was so exciting to receive a beautifully knitted piece and send her a dress! Since then, P&S customers will know how much I adore Julie's designs - they are timeless pieces of beautifully crafted natural fiber garments that I adore, and I love to pair them with my garments. Julie reached out to me last year to discuss the possibility of designing a L’Envers cardigan that would complement my linen dresses. I had bought a beautiful vintage cardigan in a thrift shop in Edinburgh, which was the beginning of my inspiration for this cardigan. I loved it weighty feel and beautiful patterns. Together, we designed the ‘ANNIE’ a cardigan made of pure Spanish merino wool of the highest quality that comes in beige or in red. Julie brought our idea to life with Miguel at her knitting atelier in Spain (Julie lives in Spain.) The ‘Annie’ will be launching on Lenvers website on October 15 at 9 a.m. PST or 18.00 (Spanish time). Julie and I wanted to make a difference with this collaboration and help my local community in Los Angeles - 10€ from each sale of the Annie will go to The Los Angeles House of Ruth - a small but impactful charity in Los Angeles providing lifesaving services for homeless women & children. If you are excited and interested in reading more about this collaboration, I recommend signing up to Lenvers newsletter on their website!
More than 25 cute things to make with Vintage Linens including vintage sheets and handkerchiefs. Ideas for Sewing with Vintage Sheets.
Sorting out my linen collection.... ...being inspired by Trish's fabulous recent posts Trouvais: here * ...and being finally motivated to make an inventory by going through the whole collection, distributed, stored in cupboards, chests, drawers, trunks, and.....and.... ...in the house, the barn...just everywhere * here we go... ...to the Swedish cupboard, filled with antique and vintage textiles/fabrics, table cloths, sets of napkins, kitchen/guest towels, bits and pieces.... ...and...and...and... "Monsieur", pretending to assist ??? In fact - he's probably only looking for a hole to snuggle up in... ...or he just likes to annoy me...?!? * pieces of antique textiles, roll of French damask linen for napkins in its original ecru color (image shows the color correctly) 19th tablecloths in banquette sizes..... 19th French linen damask for - at least - 12 large napkins, 65cm - 25 1/2" wide but could be perfect for a few stunning table runners, or.... * Table cloths in linen damask, between 4 and 5 meters long * * * 19th century French ticking and 20th vintage fabric * Serviettes de visage late 19th French guest/toilette towels in fine linen/silk damask * * "Rough and Smooth" Mid-19th century home loomed German farmers linen, early 19th century French ticking and 1980s Italian silk damask * German Art Nouveau hand/kitchen towels, around 1900 * monogrammed French linen Draps French late 19th century drap in very fine fil de lin and superb embroidery with a very large monogram ML in the size of 39cm, 15 1/2" wide x 21cm, 8 1/2" high * * Fil de lin, late 19th century with an exceptional large monogram CD 39cm - 15 1/2" wide by 34cm - 13 1/2" high Update: SOLD - Thank you! * Drap du mariage, 19th century * French 19th pillow shams in ecru color * * Set of 24 German kitchen towels, 19th home loomed pure linen the irregularities in the weave are good signs that it was really home loomed! Truly original trousseau pieces! * roll of 19th German home loomed hemp and french linen damask napkins * Old tassels.... * all kinds of charming objects, * ...laces... ...and trimmings, passementerie Having taken out a few pieces for photographing.... like this very rare roll of home loomed wooly hemp from the Bearn region - North Basque, South-West France ....and turned my back only for a few minutes.... ...???... ...he is a real rotter !!! "out, OUT !!!..." ".....don't look at me so muffig"! finally... :-) By the way - as one can see his coat is slowly growing back after the major operation on his leg in December. Sorry for 'inserting' Oskar all the time, but he's always poodling around me... ...especially when it comes to the linen business.... and these photos were taken while I worked on the cupboard, yes! I guess - we all need a break by now.... and I'll continue with Part 2 in a few days time, together with a short guide-line for buying old linen. For further information and/or any inquiries please contact Here a brief preview: hand dyed 19th French chanvre - hemp and linen * French hemp - waiting to be washed, dyed, or.... * 'Kelsch' * * * German mangle cloths 19th century German grain hemp grain sacks * French linen chemises genuine German printed grain sacks * 19th French linen and hemp ...and plenty more Part 2 will also include a short guide line for buying old linen ***** *** Dear readers and blogger friends, Finally, on a personal note, about an existing concern I have with visiting all your beautiful and interesting posts as well as writing comments: About 4 weeks ago I had a not funny adventure on the ice in our courtyard :-( Not going into details, but the result - I could hardly sit at the desk for any length of time, neither moving around as usual nor doing proper work... ...and just managed to write 3 posts since then. To add to that, due to the exceptionally low temperatures, minus 13 - 18 degrees, for nearly 3 weeks in February, our garden has taken a terrible hammering and is crying out for attention !!! * Please, don't feel neglected by me, as occupied I'll be for the next few weeks with my linen inventory, gardening and other matters here at La Pouyette, I will definitely try to visit all your blogs to read and enjoy your posts. I do need about 20 to 30 minutes for each blog/post to read proper and not just overflying. And then sometimes there are links, and "schwupp-di-wupp" one hour is easily gone.... I guess we all now it. But - you all are in my mind! * To give you an idea of what we have to "deal" with..... ...here are only a few of badly damaged shrubs, small trees... My poor Myrthe... I'm devastated! our small olive trees... ...loosing all their leaves this is how the look normally in winter before the terrible "Sibirian" cold this year (photo taken last year in February) :-( no comment :-( * Oleander... burned leaves.... * and these shrubs are completely gone.... this image shows them 8 weeks ago when they were still alive ! A bientôt.... I like to thank you all for your friendly and lovely comments, your empathy, and your concern regarding Oskar's 'case'. It means a lot to me. Merci beaucoup! *** Monday, 12th March - short update: Lovely surprises.... Flock of cranes - wild gooses... ...coming from their winter quartier in the South... ....heading to the North I LOVE the sound ! patches of wild violets creeping all over... ...amongst the stone walls... ...around the trees sedum has survived ...and a lovely humble bird... ...enjoying spring! Simple little things - giving my great pleasure on a Monday morning! Which you all a wonderful and sunny week! see also: Monogrammed French Linen Draps here
Red patchwork and linen pouch for the Pretty {little} Pouch Swap. I hope you like it, partner.
★Please leave your phone number to me while you place the order! ★Material:55% linen 45% cotton *·.♥.·*´¨¨*·.♥.·*´¨¨*·.♥.·*´¨¨*·.♥.·*´¨¨*·.♥.·*´¨¨*·.♥.·* Size Measurements: Size(XS) bust is 86 cm/33.8'' Waist is 70 cm/27.5'' length is 103 cm/40.6'' Size(S) bust is 92 cm/36.2'' Waist is 76 cm/29.9'' length is 103 cm/40.6'' Size(M) bust is 98 cm/38.6'' Waist is 82 cm/32.2'' length is 105 cm/41.3'' Size(L) bust is 104 cm/41'' Waist is 87 cm/34.2'' length is 105 cm/41.3'' Size(XL) bust is 110 cm/43.3'' Waist is 93 cm/36.6'' length is 107 cm/42'' Size(XXL) bust is 116 cm/45.7'' Waist is 99 cm/39'' length is 107 cm/42'' Size(XXXL) bust is 124 cm/48.8'' Waist is 107 cm/42'' length is 107 cm/42'' The model height is 160 cm, weight is 45KG ♥Custom-made♥ Please tell me your Weight, Height, Bust measurement. The basic measurements we need for making your order. Custom order need extra $15 and more one week.
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Make a robe from a vintage sheet - DIY sewing tutorial
Susie's Garden Lap Quilt - free pattern easy quilt, suitable for charity quilt or gift. good beginners quilt.
The Keith Blouse in the Gazpacho colourway of our 'Ikat Illes' print. Rendered in super-soft, super-subtle modal, the slight oversize silhouette and the combination of different lace design inserts make this piece truly something special. Fully button-up, gathered sleeves and collarless neck, it pairs perfectly with our Marisa linen pants or with a vintage replica pareo, as shown here.
Happy New Year! (2010) sachets The month of January always has me pondering what I hope to accomplish in the coming twelve months and after several rough drafts, I’ve finalized my official Annual Crafty/Vintage To-Do List for 2013. (2008) barkcloth pillow It’s sew very short. (2009) banner Just one little word, in fact. (2010) yo-yos & feedsack quilt pillow You’ve heard it here before but this year … (2010) sachets I. Mean. It. (2008) vintage tablecloth pillow I really do. (2010) appliqued tea towels (2009) tatting & doily towel Sew there you have it. (2007) vintage tablecloth pillow PS Did you watch Downton Abbey last night?! Sew good!
A DIY tutorial for making easy and pretty plywood shelves for your linen closet. Make your closet organized, functional and user friendly with shelves.
If you have a collection of Vintage Linens you will love this roundup of 15 Cute Ways to Repurpose and Upcycle Vintage Linens. (#9 is my favorite!)
As consumers, we are learning that synthetic materials are damaging to our planet (polyester fibers are now found in our oceans, a run off from the textile waste in landfills.) The good news? Natural fiber fabrics, like linen, are becoming more popular. Here’s some background information on what Linen is, and why you should wear it! What is Linen? Linen is a natural fiber fabric, made from the stalks of the flax plant, with a beautiful blue flower when in bloom. It’s hardy plant that grows well in damp conditions - Ireland was known for its quality flax crops and Linen, up until the 1800’s, but nowadays Northern Europe supplies the flax used for most good quality Linen. It also grows well in poor soils, interestingly, the flax plant doesn’t deplete the soil it’s grown in, it actually adds nutrients back into the soil. Flax plants are harvested and prepared for weaving by going through a laborious process of drying, threshing and retting. This time consuming process is what makes linen a more costly material compared to other fabrics. When the finished material is ready to be spun into yarn, it resembles bunches of long, blond hair, hence the term “flaxen” for light haired folk. The production of linen uses five to twenty times less water and energy than the production of cotton or synthetic fabrics, making it a much more environmentally friendly fabric. Another reason to love Linen? It can be biodegradable and recyclable! Pyne & Smith linen scraps are sent to quilters, crafters, and to a company that re-purposes the scraps into car seat covers! Why Wear Linen? We often think of linen as a warm weather textile - it’s well known for being the only fabric to wear in the heat, because it wicks moisture away from your body, keeping you much less sweaty! Linen is just as effective in cold temperatures - the fibers are hollow, making it a natural insulator, so during the colder months, wearing layers like tights and sweaters with linen, you’ll trap that warm air around your body, keeping you warm and making those linen dresses even more versatile. Linen is non-static and non-allergenic, making it a good choice for sensitive skin. Feels a bit stiff at first? Don’t fret, it will become buttery soft with washing, it’s a fabric that improves with time. It also wants to repel stains, so if you spill, it’s much more resilient than other fabrics. (Worried about stains? Dawn dish soap works so well for nearly all stains!) Those creases that linen is known for? Embrace the wrinkles - the texture of linen is beautiful, just another reason to adore this natural, earth friendly fabric.
