Bath Towel Apron Sewing Instructions

by Debra // 11/14/2014 // 2 Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! Today I’m sharing sewing instructions for a Bath Towel Apron. Perfect for a hostess gift or new mom. You simply take an ordinary bath towel, 27″ x 42″, cut it according to the... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - Smocked Gingham Pillow Instructions

Smocked Gingham Fabric Pillow Instructions

by Debra // 07/11/2014 // No Comments

Smocked Pillows I found this great little Coats and Clark’s give away sheet from 1962. It’s instructions on how to make Smocked Gingham Pillows. They have a pretty effect and are easy to do. You just smock the gingham fabric,... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - How to Make a Kid's Robe From a Towel

Making a Child’s Robe from a Bath Towel – Easy Sewing Project

by Debra // 06/21/2013 // No Comments

Today’s Freebie is an easy sewing project, how to make a child’s robe from a bath towel. It comes from an article printed in a 1955 magazine titled Profitable Hobbies. Hobbyists that had a good idea and could explain... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - Garden Tool Apron Sewing Pattern

Multi-Pocket Gardening Tool Apron to Sew

by Debra // 05/17/2013 // No Comments

Spring has sprung and I’m ready to get out in the garden. I know many of our members enjoy gardening and the lovely flowers in their yards. To lessen our garden labor, today we’re featuring a pattern for a garden... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - Mother's Day Sewing Poem

Mother’s Day Sewing Poem from a 1926 Needlecraft Magazine

by Debra // 05/06/2013 // 2 Comments

I’m sharing a sweet little Mother’s Day Poem about sewing. It was published in a 1926 Needlecraft Magazine. Let’s just say, not too much has changed… Worthwhile Things by Doris Wheeler Blount I’m a busy wife and mother, too. And... Continue reading →

How to Make a Doll from a Sock

by Debra // 02/14/2013 // 6 Comments

Today is a fun project, making a doll from a sock. This is great because socks are inexpensive and you can choose from many different patterns and colors. This can also be a great recycle project for those socks that... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - Sewing Instructions for Closet Accessories

Sewing Instructions for Closet Organizer Accessories

by Debra // 11/16/2012 // No Comments

Sewing instructions from a 1940’s sewing book, these are quick and easy accessories to brighten your closet. A Shoe Bag, Hanger Cover and Laundry Bag. Not only great for your closet, but perfect to make as gifts. The fabric called... Continue reading →