Oh vintage crafts, how I love you. I love how you have the unique ability to be terrifying and adorable at the same time. Seriously, that is hard to do! And Money Makers, Projects for All Seasons, is a great example of that. For example, how about Gigi the German…
By Betty Crafter We’re cleaning out the garage here at Casa Crafter and that means getting sidetracked by the GOBS of vintage craft magazines I have stashed away. Most recently I started flipping through Women’s Day Knit and Stitch magazine and actually found several things that are right up my…
By Andrea We’re delving into another issue of McCall’s Needlework and Crafts this Friday – this particular issue is the Fall/Winter 1961-62 issue. While I was taking a look at it, this article on “Seven Magic Rooms You Can Create” caught my eye … First off, we have this girl’s…
By Sara In AZ Hey y’all, check out all the cool stuff that is up for sale on eBay right now! First up, this lovely Vintage Samsonite Biscayne Blue Pullman Suitcase Mint In Original Box from seller jaymej. How sweet, an apple salt and pepper set….SO cheap too! Check out this…
By Andrea So who else is eagerly anticipating Mad Men’s two hour premiere on April 7th? I know I definitely am! Mad Men last left off in 1966, however since they usually jump ahead a bit in time, I am speculating they’ll pick up in 1967. (Disclaimer: no spoiler intended…
by Betty Crafter One of the great/frustrating things about perusing vintage craft magazines are the ads for all the great stuff you can’t order anymore! Today I thought I’d show you some things I would totally order RIGHT NOW if it was 1969. First off, I’ve always wanted to make…
By Andrea This week, I thought I would share some of what I’ve been reading lately, with some unexpected vintage resources! First up is Vintage Life Magazine Vintage Life is a UK-based magazine, however their writers do an excellent job of presenting articles than anyone around the world can enjoy.…
by Betty Crafter As is often the case at the dawn of a new year, I find myself pouring over some of my vintage craft books and magazines, planning out what I’d like to make this coming year. Wanna see? At the top of my priority list this year is…
No self-respecting mid century-loving crafter would EVER consider buying their Christmas cards at the grocery store – there are too many great vintage ideas for homemade ones out there! In my opinion, the alchemy of burlap and felt will result in a Christmas card that will be the envy of…
by Betty Crafter This week I revisit an old favorite, McCalls Christmas crafts in felt. You may remember me drooling over several projects in this magazine last year in this post. Since everyone in Casa Crafter has been battling the plague for about 3 weeks now I didn’t have the…
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