I was recently contacted by Amy Barickman and the folks at Indygo Juntion (Amy's pattern company) to see if I would like to review a few of her patterns and a copy of her latest book Vintage Notions. I jumped at the chance, mainly because I'm a vintage junkie. Also, I love the timeless quality of sewing and the inspiration found in vintage patterns, pictures, etc.
I'd seen the beautiful cover of Vintage Notions, but I'd never had the chance to really sit down with the book. It was right up my alley. It's not necessarily a pattern book (although there is a great collection of vintage patterns with diagrams included in the book), but more of an "inspirational guide to Needlework, Cooking, Sewing, Fashion and Fun" featuring gorgeous images of vintage illustrations, textiles, and, of course, notions.
I loved all the retro illustrations and images (of course). But the content was fun to read as well. And proved that there are some pretty timeless aspects to this sewing revival we've seen over the past decade. (Just when you thought re-fashioned men's shirts were a trend of the 21st century!)
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Ashley @ Life Is Beautiful
I'm definitely a both kinda gal!<br />Really, how could one choose between Vintage or Modern? <br />& I'm loving the corsage! <br /><br />-Many Smiles!
Andrea
modern!
phillysblarney
Totally vintage, but I do have to admit that I love the modern fabrics and designs. Love Their patterns
sue
I'm totally vintage. I try to go modern in fabric and patterns, but I keep returning to the vintage look.
Colin
I've always been vintage but I'm experimenting with modern lately so I guess it's BOTH!
Mary on Lake Pulaski
Modern for me Amy!
Vanssmomc
So Vintage!!
Joan and Kevin
I love both also. Thanks for the giveaway!
Laurel
I can't decide! I love them both, modern and vintage. :)<br /><br />laurel dot lakey at gmail dot come
sunflowerlin
Hard to choose.... I might have to go with both as well!!
Funky Kim
Definitely both!
Mandy @ Sugar Bee Craft Edition
I lean towards modern (but appreciate vintage!)
Anya
I'm drawn to the modern...Thanks for the chance!
Tiff
I think at this moment in time, I'm vintage, next week, who knows! But today I will stick with vintage :)<br /><br />Tiff
annemarie
I am definitely both - modern and vintage!!
Cindy
I would have to say "both"! Thanks for the chance!
P.
Both! Love that zipper brooch. Thanks for a fun giveaway.
mariebeers
I'm a total "Vintage" girl. Thanks for the chance to win
Kristen
Both! But probably a little more modern than vintage.
Jansie
I would have to say Both. I'm with you, depends on the mood. Your corsage came out beautifully!
Jiannyia
I'm more of a modern with a vintage twist kind of girl.. does that make any sense?! Great contest!
margie c
Your corsage is so pretty! I love orange! <br />I'm both too! but I'm been leaning towards more vintage-y stuffs lately! Lace, my downfall :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharing!<br />hugs, margie
bethanndodd
I like vintage but I LOVE modern! Thanks so much!<br />beth.dodd(at)att.net
Amber
Vintage for me!
Sonia B
I think I'd say modern, but I'm loving those redwork designs. Thanks for the chance!
lifeinredshoes
Vintage, definitely vintage! I love to embroider, I'm working on a set of Days of the Week dishtowels at the moment. I also love redwork and Mother Goose:)<br />Did you know there are children out there who have never heard of her? How sad:(
Robin
Vintage, for sure!
Jenny
ill throw my hat in the ring for the 4 patterns. thanks so much...ive had this book from the library and found it very interesting!
Aunt Spicy
um....hello...both! I would love nothing more than a modern home full of mid-century and swedish antiques 🙂
H2Ogirl
I'm both to the extreme. The whole middle part isn't interesting to me at all. I guess it's because it's my grandmama and my mother's gig. It makes my life easy at the fabric stores these days since we both find something we like.
Penny
I currently have 70 plus vintage aprons hanging at our local museum, so vintage would seem to be my answer. But, I am upcycling men's shirts into aprons, so that would say modern. <br />So I guess I'll have to say BOTH!!!
Rita
vintage -- always vintage...because antiques, old things (and people) have stability, they are strong and have endured the test of time. there is much we can learn from them. what will 'modern' have to say in 100 years? it will be considered 'vintage' by then! and, so it continues!
Ramona
I also love both but in this situation, I would love to try those modern patterns.
Amber Branconier
i like both! <br /><br />[email protected]
Danielle
Both for me! The book review was very good~ Looks like one I will enjoy purchasing!
RaeLyn
Like most, I would have to say both. Vintage reminds me of being in my great-grandma's farmhouse, but the modern, who can pass it by?
Libby
Normally I would shout out "Modern!" HOwever, in this case it definitely both 🙂
Chris
Can't I have both? Well, if I have to choose, I'd say modern. Thank you kindly!
Denise
I would consider myself much more vintage in my choices for sewing and fabric.
CHIC.Chelsea
Modern! Love your blog... love... love!
Leigh
I prefer modern quilting but vintage clothing! I adore Indygo Junction patterns, their women's patterns are one of the few that I can wear with minimal alterations.
lindsey s.
Used to b really modern but lately I am IN LOVE with anything vintage. Cute corsage 🙂
Donna
I'm vintage and modern...but after seeing that adorable zipper corsage I have to go with modern this time!
Nedra
Lately, I've been leaning more towards the MODERN. Count me in!
Alisa
I would have to say both. I like modern, but I like modern that is inspired by vintage. Does that make sense?
Tiff Blakey
Both, but more modern.
i like orange, too!
That book looks fabulous! I really love vintage sewing stuff, although my tastes are normally considered modern... I'd love the embroidery! We can't forget our roots!<br /><br />Thanks for the chance,<br />Michelle
Papgena Made It
vintage!!!<br />althought I can't put modern away!!<br />I really became curious about this book!
Happy Cottage Quilter
I'm a Vintage type of gal 🙂
Donna
I'm vintage! Modern often catches my eye yet my heart prefers vintage. Happy quilting!
Anonymous
I've never left a comment on a blog before. I just found yours and I like it! I like both but think I would love the Vintage!Guess I cannot enter the contest because I do not have any of these accts.
Kulla Klan
Modern for me!!
Anita
So hard to decide, modern - please.
mary
Definitely both!
~Tonja~
I like both too...
Phyllis
It would be both for me too!
Jenny
VINTAGE! jenny and sullivan and parker at comcast dot net.
Sheila
I would say both but I sure do love vintage !
BillieBee (billiemick)
Both, but if I was absolutely forced I would pick modern...love that orange apron.....smile.<br /><br />Billie in TX
Robyn
I love vintage! I've been looking around for some vintage nursery patterns to make something for my niece.
foodmathquilts
What a fun set of reviews. I think that I prefer modern, but I might be limiting myself because I love the look of the appliquéd bag!
Amy
Definitly both!! Great giveaways! Thanks! 🙂
RaisingCropsAndBabies
Both! Love both! So fun and thanks for the giveaway!
Chelsea
I would have to say both!!! thanks for the chance to win. i hope it's me this time!!!!!!<br />[email protected]
~The Bargain Babe
both! love the applique bag, but also adore the old style kid stuff!
AnneMarie
Like you mentioned...I am both! However, in this particular case, I'd LOVE to own those Mother Goose patterns!<br /><br />AnneMarie @ Gen X Quilters
twelve30
I'd have to say both as well. Thanks.<br />[email protected]
Karen
I am definitely Vintage and this book is right up my alley. I love to read about things like this and collect vintage books like this. I have added this to my must have list. Thanks for the review.
Sarah Craig
Great book review, Amy! I used to love reading my grandmother's old books - they looked a lot like the pages you've shown! And I'd definitely have to say BOTH to the giveaway - they both look wonderful!
SewLindaAnn
I am definitely a both.
jamie
I'm a both kinda of girl for sure!
Farm Girl Designs
I'd love them both!
Meri
82% Vintage...18% modern. Just sayin'...
Renea
I use to be all about vintage but in the last few months I have really been leaning to modern so I guess I would have to say both. Thanks for the giveaway.
Jessica
Both 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
Dianne
I'd say I'm a vintage - love the retro look. Some beautiful embroidery in this book from the peeks you've given!
Julia
Since my father is in the antique business, I have grown up with a love vintage stuff! Those Mother Goose patterns are so cute!!!
Kris
Both! Thanks Amy! Isn't it great that you were able to review the book. Good for you!
MaddyMaze Studio
I am modern all the way!
gilchrist
I love a bit of both. I love how vintage has become modern nowadays.
Karen
I am modern and thank you for the chance to win!
Desirée-ScrapDees
what a great giveaways you have, lovely! I like it both but because i have no more little children, i prefer giveaway 2 more! Thanks for giving us this change to win!
Eli
I love both modern and vintage, especially together 🙂
Heather S.
Inner tendance - Vintage, but moving toward modern as I see the beautiful modern things people are doing.
Amber
LOVE the mother goose book. It is right up my alley since I have been looking for cute mother goose inspired embroidery patterns! Oh how I hope I can win this!
Gabrielle
Oh, definitely vintage!
Lei B.
I guess I am a little of both. Of course, if I had to choose for the giveaway it would be modern. I love your review since I have never heard of Indygo Junction. I will definitely be checking them out. Thank you.
Bonnie
What a great giveaway! I'm going to pick up Vintage Notions just for the eye candy! Hmm.. vintage or modern? I guess it depends on my mood. Mostly modern with a few fabulous vintage accents thrown in here and there!
epban
Love Indygo Junction! I'd have to say both vintage and modern...Looks like a great book!
Karen P.
I love the vintage embroidery patterns! So sweet.
craftytammie
my heart has room for both 🙂
Cindie
I am both...I love the vintage and it always stirs memories...but I also love the modern.<br />Cindie
tina
Used to be a modern kinda girl but am starting to become a little more vintage!
Sandy
I am a Modern girl, for sure. Have been eying that bag pattern for a while now. Thanks for the opportunity to win!=)
ga447
I love vintage and learning about it. I love modern also, my home is modern.
Laura
Vintage, mostly because I was just searching the other day for some nursery rhyme patterns. And looky, there they are!
Shelley
Oh Amy, my heart is racing after seeing that book! I am totally vintage LOL! I would love this book 🙂
Anonymous
I'm loving both vintage and modern. I would love to have that book. <br /><br />Amy<br />[email protected]
Marcia W.
Vintage - Mother Goose seems fitting for a new baby quilt that must finish before June (after taxes are done). Thanks to you and Indygo J. for this giveaway.
Patty
I like both, but think I like the vintage of these offers. Or maybe the modern??? Oh I don't know. You pick for me. Thanks.
neubiewaters
Oh, well, I guess I'd have to be a 'both' on this one
Jamie
I find inspiration in both. Thanks so much for sharing this review! <br /><br />[email protected]
Jennifer
I think today I'm vintage! My taste changes day to day and today I've been looking at Redwork, so vintage it is! Great review.
Kristal Dawn Evens
I'm thinking modern. I like the idea of vintage but keep seeing myself go modern! I love Indygo Junction patterns - I've used the Gored Skirt and Wrap Skirt and loved them. That Petal Blossom Bag looks great!
Heather A
I'm half-n-half! LOVE vintage. LOVE modern. It all depends who or what I'm making it for.
Whit
I would have to say both. I love vintage, but recently the modern trends are catching my eye. <br />[email protected]
Kenda
modern for sure! kenda.headley(at)gmail(dot)com
missavene
Oh wow, the book looks terrific!!! I really want a copy so I can snuggle up with it, and discover all the fun little tidbits 🙂 What's up with all these people saying both? lol, I'm voting for vintage for sure! The designs remind me of my grandmother's beautiful handy work. Thanks for the chance to win. missavene at gmail dot com
GrammyK
I would love to have either giveaway-your choice! Love your blog!
Amanda B.
I think my choice would both. I enjoy the juxtaposition of vintage patterns, with a mix of vintage and modern fabrics. Or vice versa--a modern pattern with vintage fabrics. I enjoy the surprise of the contrast!<br /><br />Amanda
Julie in WA
Vintage for me. It brings me back to living simply.
Brandie
I like a little bit of both.
Lizzy
Vintage<br />--Lizzy Smith<br />[email protected]
Kat
Vintage<br />kmcgowan717 at gmail
Katy
I think I generally prefer vintage. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway and review.
Anonymous
I'd have to say predominately vintage with little bits of modern.<br /><br />Julianna<br />[email protected]
Carol
I love both of theses styles and would be happy with either. Thanks for the chance to win!!!
Jopsy
oooh lovely<br />you're arms weren't that pasty!<br />i love BOTH<br />ty <br />jopsy at crowbytes dot com
Maria
Very nice patterns...I love both ; )
Barbara
I love both - making a quilt of all 30s right now with a solid block Malka on the cutting board for the next one ...too many choices !
Jodie B-C
At first I wanted to say vintage...but I'm leaning toward Modern..it must be spring in the air!!
Alyssa
Modern for me. Totally modern.
Calli Makes Do
Both for sure! I love the self portrait!
jill
Both for me, I go back and forth. Thanks for the chance to win.
Angela
I have to admit that I am more of a modern type person... although I do like looking at the vintage type things.
Dawn
Both!! My tastes are definitely at both ends of the spectrum!
shauna
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Elena
I think vintage is soooo pretty, but when it comes to making stuff myself, I find modern comes a lot easier.
Lee
I am the "both" kinda girl! And thanks for the lovely giveaway!
Sachiko
OH, I love vintage AND modern. It depends on what it is, and what the purpose is for.<br /><br />Thank you for your comment on my blog!
lindagerig
I like both. linda gerig
KarenOjai
I'm a vintage sort of person.<br />Thanks for a great giveaway!
Simone
Hi,<br />I just found this page by coincidence and I consider it as a real treasure (so I did not hesitate to add it to my bookmarks). Lovely designs, excellent tutorials, so I think I have to enter the giveaway. And I can only say: BOTH.<br />Best wishes,<br />Simone<br />blendenull(at)web(dot)de
countryhome
It's a fabulous vintage giveaway 🙂
Tiziana
Hello from Tiziana! I think I'll choose vintage! Thanks for the post...and the chance.
notes of sincerity
Oh what a darling book! :o) I can see why you will keep it by your bed, imagine the sweet dreams you will have after reading. :o)<br />I am more vintage. :o)<br />Thank you for the opportunity to win such a darling give a way.<br />Sincerely, Trish
Kimberly
Just fabulous! Leaning towards vintage...
Sarah (Sew Very Happy)
Both! But I have a serious weakness for vintage. It would be so fun to win, since this giveaway closes on my bday. Thanks for the chance to win!
Christie
a bit more on the vintage side.
Cindy
I love that vintage mother goose book! [email protected]
D Ragsdale
vintage
Carla
I'd have to choose the modern - as I'm loving the zipper jewels & garden zips. Thanks for a chance to win! 🙂
Esther L.
Definitely a both kind of girl...although the Mother Goose embroidery sounds so sweet. I need to get my hands on the book--it looks like a great book to curl up with and spend lots of time looking through.
Anna
I would normally say both but for this purpose I would definitely say VINTAGE. I have been looking for patterns exactly like the ones you have displayed - I have some old floral fabric from garments of my late grandmother that I wanted to stitch a girly design on for my daughter's room. I would be so thrilled and utterly overwhelmed if I won these designs!!!<br />Anna Allan<br />anna@
Estee
Modern!<br /><br />I love vintage, but from afar, my real life is modern.
Laurel
Vintage!
Ashley Nicole
Vintage girl here! <br /><br />~Ashley<br /><br /><a href="https://bramblewoodfashion.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Bramblewood Fashion: Modest Fashion </a>
Melissa
That book looks so interesting. Thanks for the review.<br /><br />I'm definitely split between modern and vintage. Those vintage patterns are too cute, but I also love fresh, modern ideas. Love that messenger bag. You're right, it's so hard to choose just one!
neverstoplearning
modern
Dawn Brown
I love both and especially mixing them together 🙂