Hello sweet friends! I am back from a week of packing up the Fashionista's home in Tennesee and moving everything back to Texas. In the swampy, Southern heat. But we did make a few detours on the way. Get ready for a very fun Fashion Friday, Yankee Doodle Dandy Goes To Graceland. Yankee Doodle Dandy Goes To Graceland Ask any Elvis fan who their favorite Elvis is and they can quickly tell you. Now Don't Be Cruel but I am a BIG fan of early, gospel singing, 1957 gold lamé suit-wearing Elvis. ... View the Post
Fruity Fun 40’s Summerwear
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to another edition of Fashion Friday. Today is Fruity Fun 40's Summerwear. Fruity Fun 40's Summerwear I have been trying to create a summer capsule wardrobe. If you're not familiar with the term capsule wardrobe it is, in essence,: the building blocks in your closet that are the foundation of your style. They generally are timeless, classic pieces. I feel cooler in blues, aquas, and greens. Most of the pieces are cotton as it works well in the Texas ... View the Post
My Heart Is A Featherweight
Thank you to all those who sent emails, left FB messages and more on Wednesday's post about the Vintage Sewing Center and Museum. It truly is a special place. As promised today's post tells the story of a happy Godwink that was a few years in the making. My Heart Is A Featherweight. My Heart Is A Featherweight In the two and half years that I have gotten serious about historic costuming, I have met the most incredible people. People with a deep passion to share history, talents, fabric, ... View the Post
Vintage Sewing Center and Museum
I recently visited a Mecca of sorts for stitching enthusiasts. This is a story that is a few years in the making. It is a tale of faithfulness, patience, and a sweet Godwink. It all fell into place at the Vintage Sewing Center and Museum. Make yourself a cup of tea for this anecdotal thread is a worthy read. Vintage Sewing Center and Museum Disclaimer: Let me start out by apologizing that all the photos in this post were taken on my phone. I was not prepared to encounter the goodness ... View the Post
A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress
Happy Valentine's Day sweet friends! One of the most enduring romances of all time is that of the Bonapartes. For this special Friday Fashion post, I bring you A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress. The dress was worn to the Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea I recently hosted. I have actually wanted to create a Napoleon and Josephine event for a few years. My Pinterest feed often features the Empress. Based on several paintings of her it appears that she had a fondness for ... View the Post
Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Garland
Welcome to the January Pinterest Challenge A Valentine’s Day garland. This monthly event is hosted by Cindy of County Road 407. I have created a Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Garland. This month’s challenge was inspired by a heart garland by Refresh Living. The arrangement features: Various elements hanging on twine. Hearts A specific color theme Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Garland As I mentioned last Sunday I will soon be hosting a Napoleon and Josephine ... View the Post
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