Brenda's Sewing and Crafting Adventures: vintage tablecloths

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Thursday, April 30, 2015

Repurposed Linens

I've been collecting vintage linens for years. I really love them all. I had been wanting a runner for my buffet table and just decided to use some of my linens. I measured the length and width then cut some fabric the correct size of the buffet. Then just started adding embroidery linens and used feather stitch on my sewing machine to attach them. Hemmed the whole thing.

I love it.

Monday, March 2, 2015

Purses and Aprons added to my Etsy Shop

Today I decided to open my Etsy Shop again. I have made quite a few things lately and wanted to sell them. Apron at the top modeled by my beautiful daughter is made from an upcycled pair of jeans with vintage fabric and ric rak on the pockets.

This is a child size apron from a thrifted tablecloth. Also have an adult size. They really are cute.

I've also added 4 new bags so come by for a visit.

Thanks, Brenda

Thursday, May 2, 2013

More New Summer Clothes

The dress at the top is a favorite pattern of mine Simplicity 2660. This was my Easter dress. Fabric from Joann's.

This skirt is made from a vintage tablecloth. I used Icandyhandmade's ideas on her blog. Wish I had someone to take pictures of the back. I love the way it turned out.

Thursday, July 12, 2012

My Thrifting Adventures

This thrifting adventure is for 2 weeks worth of 4 different Goodwill stores, 4 other thrift stores.

First of all this little metal table brings back memories of the 60's. One of my aunt's had one similar when I was little. It comes apart easily to store. Perfect for the grandkids. (Maybe now I won't have food on my bed).

I plan on putting this in my shop. The original cost was .25. It doesn't have a year on it. I'm guessing '50's.

I love the cheese tray. Just found it yesterday searching the thrift stores of Charlotte Ave. in Nashville. I guess the side tray is for crackers.

I also found this tablecloth on Charlotte. Fits my table perfect.

I had this for a few weeks. Perfect for my dining table. My brother always needs a toothpick.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Gown for a friend and thrift finds

Here's the link to my Sew Mama Sew giveaway.

My friend Stacey brought me this sheet and wanted a gown. I had made her one once before and she really liked wearing them. I used Simplicity 4048. This was a king size sheet so I had enough of the border to use on the yoke. I like the way it turned out.

When I saw this sheet I was reminded of the sheet Kylie used in her quilt blocks.

I love the way these older tablecloths feel. Got it at Goodwill.

Monday, July 12, 2010

Thrift finds on a Monday

Got a few new thrifts today. I love this scarf. It's gray with beautiful embroidered flowers and red and white lace around. I'm thinking of making 2 pillows.

This sheet will be really be cute in the girls room. I love the purple.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Antique store finds

Went to a few antique stores last week and found some things I really like.

This scarf has some bad stains that wouldn't come out, but look at the lace. It is beautiful. I've got some plans for this.

Beautiful dresser scarf.

This is a very small scarf.

I love these napkins. There are 2 of each design. I'm thinking of making a tablecloth with them.

I have another tablecloth that is yellow where this one is red. I love both of them.

Who remembers Rainbow Brite? My daughter was so into Rainbow when she was small. She had the doll, the horse and the little character riding behind.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Wednesday thrift finds

This cute little glass picture came from Goodwill for $.99. It looks really old. No markings on it. It has a ribbon on the back to hang on the wall. Layla loved it.