Category Archives: vintage

The Vintage Thanksgiving Table

Posted on November 3, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Once Halloween is over I’m not the kind of person that automatically switches into Christmas mode. What about Thanksgiving!?! The food, friends, fun. And did I mention the food? This year set a vintage Thanksgiving table with some of these … Continue reading →

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Handmade and Revamped Furniture and Home Accessories

Posted on October 2, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Today I had the pleasure to check out Design Harvest in Chicago.  There were furniture vendors, home accessories, fabric, and other hand made delights.  I’ve always loved the idea of taking a piece of old wood, plastic, glass, what have … Continue reading →

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Living Room Inspiration

Posted on September 13, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Well, hello!  I don’t really want to think about how long it’s been since I’ve blogged, so I won’t.  We’re all moved in to our new place in Chicago and so far I am liking it.  Roscoe Village is sweet, … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Presents!

Posted on May 19, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I don’t know about you, but I think that unexpected presents are the BEST kind of presents!  Coming up this Monday the 24th is our 4 year wedding anniversary!  T surprised me with this vintage cake carrier from a shop … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Trends: 3D Elements

Posted on April 6, 2010 by letsmakesomething

It’s Tuesday and I’m bringing another embroidery trend that I have been noticing and liking!  Typically, embroidery is a very 2D craft: needle and thread on fabric.  Lately, I’ve been seeing people branching out from what embroidery is expected to … Continue reading →

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I Like You

Posted on March 25, 2010 by letsmakesomething

If you live in Minneapolis, or nearby, there is a great store called I Like You that you have to visit.  I just dropped off a few pieces of my embroidery there today, and I love their store.  They sell … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Trends: Line Drawings

Posted on March 8, 2010 by letsmakesomething

One of the things I love about embroidery is that, like painting, the possibilities are endless.  I like the look of a floral/patterned piece of fabric with a line drawing on top.  I also like how thin the line is … Continue reading →

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