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How to Make Curvy 1940s Lips
Just like today, women were concerned about the different lipstick fashions back in the 1940s. The article and illustration below was originally published on July…
Fingernail Fashions and Fads from the Past
Think we have weird fingernail fashions today? You are so wrong. Women of the past had us beat when it came to doing their nails….
Pattern from 1915 for a Crochet Basket
My grandmother would crochet little baskets every Easter for all of the grandchildren and I wish I still had some of them because they were…
Sew Pattern 1930s Frock for Little Girls
This wonderful pattern published in The Brisbane Courier, January 1, 1931 for a kimono sleeve frock is so easy to sew. I am working on…
Crochet Pattern 1907 Baby Boots
Crochet baby boots are generally very easy to make, but if you are looking for a challenge and for something that can be passed down…
Sew Pattern 1970s Felt Goblins
Goblins and gnomes were popular in the seventies as were felt crafts (which are once again gaining in popularity). Below are the patterns for a…
Kids Project Make a Can Telephone from the 1930s
Being born in the seventies, I remember making these can telephones in school and at home for playtime with my friends. They are really simple…
Sew Pattern 1950s Summer Handbag
While in the 1950s style, this summer handbag would be great for days at the park, beach, and for everyday window shopping. Unfortunately, the words…
Sew Pattern 1980 Sun Dress
The sun dress pattern below is actually a Christmas sun dress for the Australian ladies because Christmas is during their summer. For the rest of…
Kids Craft 1970s Wind Chime
The tinkling wind chime was a popular children’s craft project back in the 1970s. I was born in ’73 and I remember making this craft…
