If you look up the phrase, “Make Do and Mend”, you will find that it began during WWII, when people were encouraged to not be wasteful with their resources. I feel like this is a value that needs a resurgence for today! With consumerism, fast fashion, and the fashion industry being one of the biggest…
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Russell and Marisa’s Camper Project
My cousin Russell and his wife Marisa decided to buy a camper, and remodel it. They found an old camper that would fit in the back of their truck. They have a boat, so this would be the perfect set up for them! They can camp, and take their boat. Little did we all know…
The Big Day, Finally Here! Part Three and Also The Finale: Sydney’s Wedding!
With Sydney’s big day almost here, I had to choose a pattern to make and wear for the wedding day. Grandma had three different wedding dress patterns in her collection. I decided to stick with the wedding theme and pick one of those for my outfit. I chose this pattern, from 1965. I discovered that…