WIP Last month I started a new work in progress – my first designed, long sleeved, v-neck lace cardigan. I had a number of beautiful...

Unlike the beginning and end of the 1940s, which began a year into WWII and ended in continued rationing in the UK, the 1950s heralded a...

It’s an itch felt by anyone who works creatively. Musicians, artists, crafters and writers hold a skill that over time changes and...

For many years I’ve loved vintage clothing and accessories, from Victoriana through to 1950s. The shapes and cut of clothes, the...

My recently completed hand knitted 1920s inspired sampler stole and beret I often receive compliments about my hand knits; but I’m...

“That’s Lovely…..Does It Come In Black??” I think it’s every knitter’s nightmare question – the one that makes us all bang our foreheads...

A glimpse into vintage fashion from the 40s and it’s commentary on society ‘Shapes’ and ‘silhouettes’ in fashion terms are the bare bones...

Ahhh, the little things in knitting that make the most difference and save the most time in the end…. I’m going to share a secret. It’s...

I’m a vintage vixen with a love of all things timeless – cardigans, sweaters, shawls, boleros, gloves, hats….the list goes on and on! I...