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How to Thrift Your Capsule Wardrobe - 12 Steps for Finding Quality Staples Secondhand
One thing is for sure - quality clothing is expensive when you buy it new, and for good reason. It's made without cutting corners and...

Christie
Sep 17, 202213 min read
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I Modified Simplicity 8162 Historic Corset Pattern to Make a Reversible Cottagecore Inspired Top
I used American Duchess Pattern Simplicity 8162, modified it for everyday wear & made it reversible. The resulting floral corset is dreamy!

Christie
Jun 29, 20227 min read
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My Technical Review of the Doen Jane Top
Introduction: This is my sixth post of a series in which I am doing in-depth reviews on specific garments made by slow fashion brands, or...

Christie
Jun 24, 20228 min read
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My Technical Review of the Of Her Own Kind Mirabelle Dress
Today, I will be reviewing the brand's, Of Her Own Kind, Mirabelle dress in the color "Dark Floral Mist".

Christie
Apr 13, 20229 min read
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My Technical Review of the AllSaints Short Parachute Dress Circa 2008
Introduction: A year or so ago, I discovered one of the most innovative dresses that I had ever seen, and it was this dress called the ...

Christie
Feb 27, 20228 min read
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New Digital Paper Pack Available: Witchy Cottage Apothecary - A Debut!
Introduction: I've been wanting to create digital scrapbook paper for a while now, and I finally got around to doing just that. This is...

Christie
Jan 2, 20222 min read
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How to Make a Felt Ornament Using Your Fabric Scraps - Sustainable Gift Giving During Christmas
For Christmas this year, I decided to make ornaments for all of my family and friends. I wanted to make something that was relatively...

Christie
Dec 17, 20215 min read
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In Memoriam: A Tribute to My First Cat - How to Make a Memorial Ornament With an Ornament & Paint
Before you start reading, I want to provide a trigger warning for those who may need it for any reason. In this post I'm going to be...

Christie
Dec 11, 20214 min read
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My Technical Review of the Lelasilk Apron Linen Dress
This is my third post of a series in which I am doing in-depth technical reviews from a seamstress perspective on specific garments made by

Christie
Dec 9, 202110 min read
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How I made my Alphonse Mucha "Reverie" or "Daydream" Halloween Costume from Scrap Fabric and Beads
For a while I've toyed with the idea of making this costume. This year I finally made a costume based on Alphonse Mucha's painting, Daydream

Christie
Nov 4, 202112 min read
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My Technical Review of the Linennaive Glory 33 Front Lace-Up Dress
In this one I will be reviewing a dress by Linennaive. This dress features pleated cap sleeves, square neckline, side and front corset style

Christie
Oct 25, 20219 min read
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My Technical Review of the Son De Flor Classic Short Sleeve Dress
I will be discussing a Son De Flor Dress Classic Short Sleeves dress, the company and providing pretty detailed fit & construction details

Christie
Oct 7, 202111 min read
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I have a weakness for vintage beaded dresses & this is the best one I've found
I don't believe that I've talked about the fashion-side of this in much detail, but I love fabric, and textiles in general. I have a...

Christie
Oct 2, 20210 min read
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I Made a Whimsical Banana Sculpture with Victorian Era Lace Just Because
Introduction: Do you ever get a really weird random idea in your head, and you just decide that you have to make it happen? Well, that...

Christie
Sep 24, 20210 min read
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Making a Moon Wreath for Under $25
If you, like me, have been on tiktok and happen to stumble into the creative or halloween side of it, you have likely seen people talking...

Christie
Sep 20, 20214 min read
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A Handmade Midori Style Travel Notebook
A few weeks ago we decided to go on a trip to Bethlehem, PA. I had a goal to create a leather midori style notebook to keep my smaller...

Christie
Sep 14, 20214 min read
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My Commission for a Teacup Shop - Butterfly Figurines & a Surprise Sentimental Gift
I wanted to get on here really quickly to share a 3 piece commission that I completed a few months back. I've worked with this client...

Christie
Jun 25, 20213 min read
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A Peek Inside - Lovely Cottage Apothecary Journal - Journaling, Coloring & Activity Paperback Book
I'm so excited to say that after years of sitting on this idea, I'm officially a published author! Introducing my new Lovely Cottage...

Christie
May 23, 20213 min read
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My Experience with 2-Part Resin Casting, UV Resin Casting, & an Easier Alternative
My experience with 2-part resin casting, UV resin casting, and an Easier alternative - Mod Podge Dimensional Magic

Christie
Mar 15, 20214 min read
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A finished Project
I finished an embroidery project and here's how it turned out. I also listed some vintage clothing in my Etsy shop.

Christie
Feb 6, 20212 min read
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