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SPLENDID STITCHES…

vintage pics

With all the rage being ‘second hand/vintage’ clothes it will be no surprise to find some that are in a bit of a state. Especially ones bought from a charity shop.

Well, if your not handy with a needle then London’s Splendid Stitches is the place to take your outfits to be repaired.

They can repair, restore and alter clothes so they stay true to their original style.

They offer a personal service and owner Nanna Sandom says they can handle everything from a zip replacements, patching, hemming, mending tears and replacing linings, using genuine vintage parts wherever its possible.

I’m sure it won’t be long before more of these types of services will be popping up around the UK.

You can find out more details about Splended Stitches by looking on their website http://www.splendidstitches.co.uk

PATCHWORK MAD FOR VINTAGE LOVERS…

Patchwork

Patchwork pillows, throws, cushion covers, mats, you name patchwork is back with a bang for vintage lovers.

Your home seems to ‘have to have’ at least one piece of patchwork, be it crochered, sewn or a fabric depicting patchwork.

Some great places to source them are ‘An Angel at My Table’, and for quilts ‘Patchwork Quilts’,
even ‘Urban Outfitters’ are making them.

Patchwork and Quilting

Of course you can also make it yourself by buying a pattern from ‘Ebay’ http://www.ebay.com or teach yourself how to make one with the patchwork magazine ‘Patchwork and Quilting’

What I have read and certainly heard is that this hobby can become quite addictive but the end product can be well worth it.

VINTAGE FABRICS FROM THE 1900’s TO THE 1980’s…

vintage buttons

If your looking for that vintage fabric then this is the online store to head to, http://www.donnaflower.com

Donna Flower is the online store for beautiful antique, vintage and retro fabrics. From 19th Century French fabrics to fabrics from the 1980’s, they have a wide range to suit all. They also sell items made from vintage, recycled fabrics.

Whether you are looking for small pieces of fabric for quilting or yardage for curtains, or dressmaking, they have a huge stock and may have just what you are looking for.

She also sells beautiful buttons, vintage ribbon and twine.

Donna sells to collectors worldwide, particularly the Japanese, who love Liberty ‘Lawn’ fabric. She also visits vintage fairs in the West Country to meet dealers and buyers face to face. On 1st July, she will be at the Country House Vintage at Castle Hill, Filleigh, South Molton, Devon (www.countryhousevintage.com)