Haven’t you heard? Vintage is the new black. It’s time to bust out those needles and get to work on some timeless vintage knitting patterns straight from Grandma’s closet. After all, most new fashion trends are just a twist on trends of the past. Don’t believe me? Take a trip to your grandma’s house and […]
Old Fashioned Charm: 9 Free Vintage Knitting Patterns + Timeless Touches
Every once in awhile it’s nice to talk a walk down memory lane and indulge your nostalgic side. These vintage knitting patterns prove that shiny and new isn’t always better. Take yourself back to a simpler, sweeter time with this collection of antique-chic knits. Heartwarming designs, timeless details, and old fashioned charm characterize each and […]
12 Ladylike Patterns You’ll Love
Are you a fan of Downton Abbey? Pride and Prejudice? Any pop-culture reference to dashing men with breeches and cravats? Then that makes two of us! This post is going to be right up your alley. I recently started a Jane Austen Book Club with a group of friends at the office (similar to the book […]
Blast from the Past: 15 Vintage Crochet Patterns
Vintage pieces or vintage-inspired pieces never go out of style. Every few years some new trend shows up and that new trend is an actually an old trend. If you’re looking to add some old-school style to your home or wardrobe, these free crochet patterns are the patterns for you. Vintage crochet patterns always add […]
Playing Dress Up At Grandma’s: 8 Vintage Knitting Patterns
The holidays always remind me of visiting my grandparents’ house in the country. Well, I guess it wasn’t exactly the country. It was way outside of the city, and when I was younger, it seemed like we were in the sticks. Although we no longer visit their old “country” home, I will never forget it. […]
Mad Men Fever: 10 Vintage Designs to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing
Mad Men has triumphantly returned to television for what looks to be an intense and thrilling season finale. But let’s leave the drama alone for a moment and talk about the real reason behind this show’s fantastic success: those gorgeous costumes. The 1960’s setting of Mad Men has given us plenty of time to drool […]
5 Downton Abbey Inspired Knitting Patterns
Season four of the popular PBS television series Downton Abbey aired last Sunday, and I’ve been seeing vintage ever since! I’m not sure what it is or why, but I’m the first to admit that I’m a complete anglophile. Combine my love of all things British with my appreciation of all things retro, and you’ll quickly […]
