Vintage Notions Review and Indygo Junction patterns Giveaway
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.
Vintage Notions is an introduction for this generation to Mary Brooks Picken – the Martha Stewart of the early 20th Century. MBP founded The Women’s Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences in 1916. Much of the material for Vintage Notions is taken directly from a newsletter she published between 1916 and 1934. She was also a best-selling author and successful business woman who’s goal it was to empower women (beginning in an era when they didn’t even have the right to vote) and to recognize and elevate the value of the domestic arts. (Hopefully she was also able to do it with out any unauthorized biographies or cheesy made-for-TV movies involved.)
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!)
Vintage Notions is also full of recipes, household tips, fashion advice and ‘lifestyle tips’ such as these two for “Calming Your Nerves During the Holiday Season”:
If you find your mind working overtime, pick up a magazine and read a story that has a wholesome bit of humor or pathos, the entertaining sort that is light but agreeable reading.
If you play golf or tennis, play to win
See? Good advice, never gets old. 🙂
I think there are some pretty timeless aspects of the domestic arts – they’re still like comfort food. And it was a lot of fun to read about how it was done in the early 20th Century. I plan to keep this book by my bed for the weeks to come, enjoying the other tips and tidbits Amy Barickman and Mary Brooks Picken have to offer.
Amy is also designs wonderful pattern, distributed through her pattern company, Indygo Junction. And there’s something for everyone – whether you’re a vintage junkie too, or your tastes are a little more modern.
Above is a book of vintage embroidery patterns called A Stitch in Time with Mother Goose. The book contains over 25 vintage nursery rhyme embroidery designs and baby quilt and bib patterns.
And for those of you who are a little more modern in your tastes, there are lots of fabulous options including this great apron pattern, a fabulous applique bag pattern, and two patterns to make trendy zipper and wool roving accessories.
I’m always impressed with the Indygo Junction patterns – they’re well written and include good instructions and clear diagrams. Here is a little zipper corsage I made for myself with the My Garden Zips pattern. (FYI -it’s very tricky to take a picture of a corsage while you are wearing it. Also, sorry to blind you with my pasty white arms.)
(As a matter of full disclosure: all of these items were provided for review with no other compensation.)
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!
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
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:(
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.
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!!!
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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
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
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.
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@
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!
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Ashley @ Life Is Beautiful
February 16, 2011 at 5:15 pmI'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
February 16, 2011 at 5:16 pmmodern!
phillysblarney
February 16, 2011 at 5:18 pmTotally vintage, but I do have to admit that I love the modern fabrics and designs. Love Their patterns
sue
February 16, 2011 at 5:21 pmI'm totally vintage. I try to go modern in fabric and patterns, but I keep returning to the vintage look.
Colin
February 16, 2011 at 5:21 pmI've always been vintage but I'm experimenting with modern lately so I guess it's BOTH!
Mary on Lake Pulaski
February 16, 2011 at 5:23 pmModern for me Amy!
Vanssmomc
February 16, 2011 at 5:24 pmSo Vintage!!
Joan and Kevin
February 16, 2011 at 5:26 pmI love both also. Thanks for the giveaway!
Laurel
February 16, 2011 at 5:28 pmI can't decide! I love them both, modern and vintage. :)<br /><br />laurel dot lakey at gmail dot come
sunflowerlin
February 16, 2011 at 5:30 pmHard to choose…. I might have to go with both as well!!
Funky Kim
February 16, 2011 at 5:32 pmDefinitely both!
Mandy @ Sugar Bee Craft Edition
February 16, 2011 at 5:33 pmI lean towards modern (but appreciate vintage!)
Anya
February 16, 2011 at 5:36 pmI'm drawn to the modern…Thanks for the chance!
Tiff
February 16, 2011 at 5:44 pmI think at this moment in time, I'm vintage, next week, who knows! But today I will stick with vintage :)<br /><br />Tiff
annemarie
February 16, 2011 at 5:48 pmI am definitely both – modern and vintage!!
Cindy
February 16, 2011 at 5:49 pmI would have to say "both"! Thanks for the chance!
P.
February 16, 2011 at 5:52 pmBoth! Love that zipper brooch. Thanks for a fun giveaway.
mariebeers
February 16, 2011 at 5:53 pmI'm a total "Vintage" girl. Thanks for the chance to win
Kristen
February 16, 2011 at 5:57 pmBoth! But probably a little more modern than vintage.
Jansie
February 16, 2011 at 5:57 pmI would have to say Both. I'm with you, depends on the mood. Your corsage came out beautifully!
Jiannyia
February 16, 2011 at 6:00 pmI'm more of a modern with a vintage twist kind of girl.. does that make any sense?! Great contest!
margie c
February 16, 2011 at 6:01 pmYour 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:01 pmI like vintage but I LOVE modern! Thanks so much!<br />beth.dodd(at)att.net
Amber
February 16, 2011 at 6:06 pmVintage for me!
Sonia B
February 16, 2011 at 6:12 pmI think I'd say modern, but I'm loving those redwork designs. Thanks for the chance!
lifeinredshoes
February 16, 2011 at 6:12 pmVintage, 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:13 pmVintage, for sure!
Jenny
February 16, 2011 at 6:14 pmill 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:14 pmum….hello…both! I would love nothing more than a modern home full of mid-century and swedish antiques 🙂
H2Ogirl
February 16, 2011 at 6:16 pmI'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
February 16, 2011 at 6:18 pmI 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:19 pmvintage — 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:24 pmI also love both but in this situation, I would love to try those modern patterns.
Amber Branconier
February 16, 2011 at 6:27 pmi like both! <br /><br />abranconier@hotmail.ca
Danielle
February 16, 2011 at 6:29 pmBoth for me! The book review was very good~ Looks like one I will enjoy purchasing!
RaeLyn
February 16, 2011 at 6:29 pmLike 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:32 pmNormally I would shout out "Modern!" HOwever, in this case it definitely both 🙂
Chris
February 16, 2011 at 6:33 pmCan't I have both? Well, if I have to choose, I'd say modern. Thank you kindly!
Denise
February 16, 2011 at 6:33 pmI would consider myself much more vintage in my choices for sewing and fabric.
CHIC.Chelsea
February 16, 2011 at 6:36 pmModern! Love your blog… love… love!
Leigh
February 16, 2011 at 6:37 pmI 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.
February 16, 2011 at 6:37 pmUsed to b really modern but lately I am IN LOVE with anything vintage. Cute corsage 🙂
Donna
February 16, 2011 at 6:39 pmI'm vintage and modern…but after seeing that adorable zipper corsage I have to go with modern this time!
Nedra
February 16, 2011 at 6:39 pmLately, I've been leaning more towards the MODERN. Count me in!
Alisa
February 16, 2011 at 6:44 pmI would have to say both. I like modern, but I like modern that is inspired by vintage. Does that make sense?
Tiff Blakey
February 16, 2011 at 6:45 pmBoth, but more modern.
i like orange, too!
February 16, 2011 at 6:48 pmThat 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
February 16, 2011 at 6:56 pmvintage!!!<br />althought I can't put modern away!!<br />I really became curious about this book!
Happy Cottage Quilter
February 16, 2011 at 6:57 pmI'm a Vintage type of gal 🙂
Donna
February 16, 2011 at 6:58 pmI'm vintage! Modern often catches my eye yet my heart prefers vintage. Happy quilting!
Anonymous
February 16, 2011 at 6:59 pmI'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
February 16, 2011 at 7:00 pmModern for me!!
Anita
February 16, 2011 at 7:08 pmSo hard to decide, modern – please.
mary
February 16, 2011 at 7:10 pmDefinitely both!
~Tonja~
February 16, 2011 at 7:11 pmI like both too…
Phyllis
February 16, 2011 at 7:11 pmIt would be both for me too!
Jenny
February 16, 2011 at 7:11 pmVINTAGE! jenny and sullivan and parker at comcast dot net.
Sheila
February 16, 2011 at 7:16 pmI would say both but I sure do love vintage !
BillieBee (billiemick)
February 16, 2011 at 7:22 pmBoth, but if I was absolutely forced I would pick modern…love that orange apron…..smile.<br /><br />Billie in TX
Robyn
February 16, 2011 at 7:27 pmI love vintage! I've been looking around for some vintage nursery patterns to make something for my niece.
foodmathquilts
February 16, 2011 at 7:45 pmWhat 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
February 16, 2011 at 7:49 pmDefinitly both!! Great giveaways! Thanks! 🙂
RaisingCropsAndBabies
February 16, 2011 at 7:52 pmBoth! Love both! So fun and thanks for the giveaway!
Chelsea
February 16, 2011 at 8:09 pmI would have to say both!!! thanks for the chance to win. i hope it's me this time!!!!!!<br />chelsea.eastwood@hotmail.com
~The Bargain Babe
February 16, 2011 at 8:13 pmboth! love the applique bag, but also adore the old style kid stuff!
AnneMarie
February 16, 2011 at 8:15 pmLike 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
February 16, 2011 at 8:34 pmI'd have to say both as well. Thanks.<br />twelve30@gmail.com
Karen
February 16, 2011 at 8:38 pmI 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
February 16, 2011 at 8:53 pmGreat 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
February 16, 2011 at 8:56 pmI am definitely a both.
jamie
February 16, 2011 at 9:00 pmI'm a both kinda of girl for sure!
Farm Girl Designs
February 16, 2011 at 9:03 pmI'd love them both!
Meri
February 16, 2011 at 9:11 pm82% Vintage…18% modern. Just sayin'…
Renea
February 16, 2011 at 9:17 pmI 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
February 16, 2011 at 9:25 pmBoth 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
Dianne
February 16, 2011 at 10:02 pmI'd say I'm a vintage – love the retro look. Some beautiful embroidery in this book from the peeks you've given!
Julia
February 16, 2011 at 10:06 pmSince my father is in the antique business, I have grown up with a love vintage stuff! Those Mother Goose patterns are so cute!!!
Kris
February 16, 2011 at 10:16 pmBoth! Thanks Amy! Isn't it great that you were able to review the book. Good for you!
MaddyMaze Studio
February 16, 2011 at 10:22 pmI am modern all the way!
gilchrist
February 16, 2011 at 11:43 pmI love a bit of both. I love how vintage has become modern nowadays.
Karen
February 17, 2011 at 12:49 amI am modern and thank you for the chance to win!
Desirée-ScrapDees
February 17, 2011 at 12:49 amwhat 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
February 17, 2011 at 2:04 amI love both modern and vintage, especially together 🙂
Heather S.
February 17, 2011 at 2:09 amInner tendance – Vintage, but moving toward modern as I see the beautiful modern things people are doing.
Amber
February 17, 2011 at 3:19 amLOVE 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
February 17, 2011 at 5:40 amOh, definitely vintage!
Lei B.
February 17, 2011 at 7:02 amI 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
February 17, 2011 at 7:21 amWhat 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
February 17, 2011 at 7:33 amLove Indygo Junction! I'd have to say both vintage and modern…Looks like a great book!
Karen P.
February 17, 2011 at 7:43 amI love the vintage embroidery patterns! So sweet.
craftytammie
February 17, 2011 at 7:51 ammy heart has room for both 🙂
Cindie
February 17, 2011 at 8:26 amI am both…I love the vintage and it always stirs memories…but I also love the modern.<br />Cindie
tina
February 17, 2011 at 8:28 amUsed to be a modern kinda girl but am starting to become a little more vintage!
Sandy
February 17, 2011 at 8:41 amI am a Modern girl, for sure. Have been eying that bag pattern for a while now. Thanks for the opportunity to win!=)
ga447
February 17, 2011 at 8:47 amI love vintage and learning about it. I love modern also, my home is modern.
Laura
February 17, 2011 at 9:20 amVintage, mostly because I was just searching the other day for some nursery rhyme patterns. And looky, there they are!
Shelley
February 17, 2011 at 9:25 amOh Amy, my heart is racing after seeing that book! I am totally vintage LOL! I would love this book 🙂
Anonymous
February 17, 2011 at 9:31 amI'm loving both vintage and modern. I would love to have that book. <br /><br />Amy<br />abf3615@aol.com
Marcia W.
February 17, 2011 at 9:38 amVintage – 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
February 17, 2011 at 9:53 amI 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
February 17, 2011 at 9:55 amOh, well, I guess I'd have to be a 'both' on this one
Jamie
February 17, 2011 at 10:07 amI find inspiration in both. Thanks so much for sharing this review! <br /><br />EverSewClever@hotmail.com
Jennifer
February 17, 2011 at 10:22 amI 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
February 17, 2011 at 11:24 amI'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
February 17, 2011 at 11:30 amI'm half-n-half! LOVE vintage. LOVE modern. It all depends who or what I'm making it for.
Whit
February 17, 2011 at 11:36 amI would have to say both. I love vintage, but recently the modern trends are catching my eye. <br />wheatwhit@gmail.com
Kenda
February 17, 2011 at 11:36 ammodern for sure! kenda.headley(at)gmail(dot)com
missavene
February 17, 2011 at 12:28 pmOh 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
February 17, 2011 at 12:31 pmI would love to have either giveaway-your choice! Love your blog!
Amanda B.
February 17, 2011 at 12:51 pmI 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
February 17, 2011 at 1:01 pmVintage for me. It brings me back to living simply.
Brandie
February 17, 2011 at 1:10 pmI like a little bit of both.
Lizzy
February 17, 2011 at 1:18 pmVintage<br />–Lizzy Smith<br />mormonbeauty@gmail.com
Kat
February 17, 2011 at 2:24 pmVintage<br />kmcgowan717 at gmail
Katy
February 17, 2011 at 2:40 pmI think I generally prefer vintage. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway and review.
Anonymous
February 17, 2011 at 2:44 pmI'd have to say predominately vintage with little bits of modern.<br /><br />Julianna<br />jbreillatt@gmail.com
Carol
February 17, 2011 at 2:56 pmI love both of theses styles and would be happy with either. Thanks for the chance to win!!!
Jopsy
February 17, 2011 at 3:07 pmoooh lovely<br />you're arms weren't that pasty!<br />i love BOTH<br />ty <br />jopsy at crowbytes dot com
Maria
February 17, 2011 at 3:21 pmVery nice patterns…I love both ; )
Barbara
February 17, 2011 at 3:29 pmI 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
February 17, 2011 at 4:42 pmAt first I wanted to say vintage…but I'm leaning toward Modern..it must be spring in the air!!
Alyssa
February 17, 2011 at 4:49 pmModern for me. Totally modern.
Calli Makes Do
February 17, 2011 at 5:08 pmBoth for sure! I love the self portrait!
jill
February 17, 2011 at 5:20 pmBoth for me, I go back and forth. Thanks for the chance to win.
Angela
February 17, 2011 at 5:31 pmI have to admit that I am more of a modern type person… although I do like looking at the vintage type things.
Dawn
February 17, 2011 at 5:43 pmBoth!! My tastes are definitely at both ends of the spectrum!
shauna
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Elena
February 17, 2011 at 8:28 pmI think vintage is soooo pretty, but when it comes to making stuff myself, I find modern comes a lot easier.
Lee
February 17, 2011 at 8:40 pmI am the "both" kinda girl! And thanks for the lovely giveaway!
Sachiko
February 17, 2011 at 10:06 pmOH, 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
February 17, 2011 at 10:56 pmI like both. linda gerig
KarenOjai
February 17, 2011 at 11:15 pmI'm a vintage sort of person.<br />Thanks for a great giveaway!
Simone
February 18, 2011 at 4:23 amHi,<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
February 18, 2011 at 5:23 amIt's a fabulous vintage giveaway 🙂
Tiziana
February 18, 2011 at 8:03 amHello from Tiziana! I think I'll choose vintage! Thanks for the post…and the chance.
notes of sincerity
February 18, 2011 at 8:23 amOh 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
February 18, 2011 at 11:04 amJust fabulous! Leaning towards vintage…
Sarah (Sew Very Happy)
February 18, 2011 at 2:13 pmBoth! 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
February 18, 2011 at 5:16 pma bit more on the vintage side.
Cindy
February 18, 2011 at 5:33 pmI love that vintage mother goose book! cynthiaremke@gmail.com
D Ragsdale
February 18, 2011 at 6:27 pmvintage
Carla
February 18, 2011 at 6:27 pmI'd have to choose the modern – as I'm loving the zipper jewels & garden zips. Thanks for a chance to win! 🙂
Esther L.
February 18, 2011 at 8:24 pmDefinitely 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
February 19, 2011 at 6:56 amI 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
February 19, 2011 at 12:33 pmModern!<br /><br />I love vintage, but from afar, my real life is modern.
Laurel
February 19, 2011 at 10:14 pmVintage!
Ashley Nicole
February 20, 2011 at 3:50 pmVintage girl here! <br /><br />~Ashley<br /><br /><a href="http://bramblewoodfashion.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Bramblewood Fashion: Modest Fashion </a>
Melissa
February 20, 2011 at 8:05 pmThat 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
February 20, 2011 at 9:07 pmmodern
Dawn Brown
February 20, 2011 at 9:38 pmI love both and especially mixing them together 🙂