tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post241795223390150217..comments2023-04-15T06:31:20.398-05:00Comments on by gum, by golly!: Trying to find inspiration for fall & winterTashahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-69676651209527190102012-11-07T16:36:48.108-06:002012-11-07T16:36:48.108-06:00Ponte knit is a lot like double knits. Easy to ma...Ponte knit is a lot like double knits. Easy to manage and toasty warm! Why don't you shorten the skirt pattern to suit your frame? I have to do it for me, too. No mama long legs here! LOL!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-20184092377437555302012-11-07T12:35:08.087-06:002012-11-07T12:35:08.087-06:00Such a great idea! Though I've barely been abl...Such a great idea! Though I've barely been able to complete knee socks, let along stockings. lol I hope both of you knit wooly stockings though, I'd love to see it! :DTashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-85988159331545294302012-11-07T12:33:34.869-06:002012-11-07T12:33:34.869-06:00Speaking of woolly tights, I discovered a 1940'...Speaking of woolly tights, I discovered a 1940's knitting pattern the other day, with a couple of patterns for knitted stockings in it :) So I had to buy it ;)Spinnerettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18335780710513434157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-9629199774209784182012-11-07T12:28:31.417-06:002012-11-07T12:28:31.417-06:00I'm going to have to investigate ponte knits a...I'm going to have to investigate ponte knits as I don't really know what that is, I admit. I have to remember the joys of corduroy, especially now that I have a serger! And at least one skirt to go with my fair isle pullover is definitely in order.<br /><br />I love that skirt pattern you linked to, but I sometimes have a hard time with that type of style on me. Love it on long-legged gals! Of which I am not one. lolTashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-46761426164988232562012-11-07T11:58:52.878-06:002012-11-07T11:58:52.878-06:00Love that last green polka dot dress! It's ge...Love that last green polka dot dress! It's getting pretty chilly here..I'm thinking I may have to knit up some wooly tights :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17098859254527196906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-52835580459337803482012-11-07T06:36:56.326-06:002012-11-07T06:36:56.326-06:00All the skirts are good for either season just use...All the skirts are good for either season just use darker colors and heaver fabrics. I just made 6 new winter skirts. Nothing beats a skirt and a sweater set.Pinkyleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15296235749881686334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-87919676715251250102012-11-06T19:18:29.449-06:002012-11-06T19:18:29.449-06:00I have a dozen things on my list of things to make...I have a dozen things on my list of things to make, including a couple of pairs of trousers and a couple of skirts. In fact I am thinking of joining in Charlotte's pencil skirt sew along too :) I have a couple of fabrics in my stash I am considering...<br />I'd like to knit some more as well. So much to do...<br />As far as a knit along.... hmmm... OK I really have no good ideas for that LOLSpinnerettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18335780710513434157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-66586315050288267752012-11-06T17:41:03.402-06:002012-11-06T17:41:03.402-06:00I definitely struggle with dressing vintage once t...I definitely struggle with dressing vintage once the colder months approach. I've been scouring the internet in search of inspiration. Mostly now it's just a lot of knitting and sewing to do. I'm also willing to look into investing into some reproduction pieces as well but I don't even know where to start. Do you have any favorite places to shop for that? I'm eye balling at some Freddies of Pinewood jeans, too!Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15192999643689782647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-70884426194662773162012-11-06T17:38:58.141-06:002012-11-06T17:38:58.141-06:00Oh, I love the mustard skirt, the red printed blou...Oh, I love the mustard skirt, the red printed blouse, and the green shirtwaist for you. You look fantastic in your side button corduroy trousers, too. I always like you in strong clear colours, like chocolate, emerald, cherry, sapphire, and plum. All the colours in your most recent fair isle jumper are so pretty. How about a sewing up some cute skirts in solids pulled from that sweater? I think you'd look great in the pencil skirt as well as this Decades of Style pattern: http://www.decadesofstyle.com/vintage-patterns-1930s/3004-1930s-shaped-seam-skirt<br /><br />Wash and wear is my motto, too, which is why corduroy plays a heavy role in my cool/cold weather wardrobe. I am a huge cotton fan, like you, and layer like mad during the cold months (I'm Canadian - brr! LOL!) I am also going to be diving into ponte knits this year. Warm dresses and tights work for me, too. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-24307742323026321292012-11-06T16:20:18.033-06:002012-11-06T16:20:18.033-06:00I've called them that since high school. They...I've called them that since high school. They're looser and have a vintage look/feel to them and usually come to my hips. They're what I wear around the house with jeans. Of course all of the grandpa sweaters I own are vintage men's sweaters. Mariela Santillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05293755332845325555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-54289498212194500612012-11-06T15:14:53.160-06:002012-11-06T15:14:53.160-06:00The green polka dot dress at the end. In a nice he...The green polka dot dress at the end. In a nice herringbone tweedy thick polycotton. Wash and wear is my motto!LandGirl1980https://www.blogger.com/profile/09549128222449333173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-90606863506705670942012-11-06T15:11:00.473-06:002012-11-06T15:11:00.473-06:00Absolutely love the pussybow blouse but I am quite...Absolutely love the pussybow blouse but I am quite a fan of them I must admit! I think they go with skirts and trousers equally well and can be worn under a waistcoat or vest too.Miss Magpiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10899889154015378547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-54714403587115991452012-11-06T14:47:44.677-06:002012-11-06T14:47:44.677-06:00Yay, I'm so glad to hear you sewed up your own...Yay, I'm so glad to hear you sewed up your own version, please do let me know when you do a post on it! :)Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-62524952276913123872012-11-06T14:46:11.930-06:002012-11-06T14:46:11.930-06:00I will definitely be wearing my non-exciting-but-w...I will definitely be wearing my non-exciting-but-warm silk long underwear top under some of my outfits, and I need to invest in a V-neck one too so I can wear normal blouses with it! Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-1940597361903432912012-11-06T14:44:00.583-06:002012-11-06T14:44:00.583-06:00Hmm, that's not a term I've heard before.....Hmm, that's not a term I've heard before.. is it kind of like boyfriend jeans? A little bigger and more casual?Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-65436848974547376682012-11-06T14:43:31.648-06:002012-11-06T14:43:31.648-06:00Thanks Jane! I love that bow blouse too, I always ...Thanks Jane! I love that bow blouse too, I always feel they are too fussy for me but adore them on others!Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-67637205777044731812012-11-06T14:41:35.357-06:002012-11-06T14:41:35.357-06:00I've done that too! I definitely need to start...I've done that too! I definitely need to start thinking about layering. And I think knitting up a couple of worsted or even bulky weight cardigans that would be quick to knit and add some warmth!Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-19609757052046485542012-11-06T14:40:33.980-06:002012-11-06T14:40:33.980-06:00Ooh, I totally forgot about flannel! I know in my ...Ooh, I totally forgot about flannel! I know in my vintage travels I've encountered some flannel (I want to say 50s) skirts. I'll have to keep my eyes open!Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11368418516615371972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-39959804794777920672012-11-06T14:21:35.772-06:002012-11-06T14:21:35.772-06:00Oh my goodness, I love all the blouses. They would...Oh my goodness, I love all the blouses. They would certainly work great with button sweaters or cardigans. Paired with skirts that are circular, pencil lined, six gore or high waist trousers. My inspiration mostly comes from old fashioned photos, old fashion Sears catalogs, and from other bloggers, one being you. I love the combination of colors you incorporate in your garments, making any outfit work very well. I remember you did a post back in June of this year about a 1940s house dress Simplicity pattern 4660. I didn't have the pattern, but you inspired me to sew the dress, just by using the image you posted as a guide I sewed the ric rac version. It is not perfect, but I was pleased with the end result. Once I get a battery for my camera, I'll do a post... JGOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07963357361466567224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-28424336675136774132012-11-06T12:38:33.926-06:002012-11-06T12:38:33.926-06:00Yes! I voted this morning! Whoot! I love them all-...Yes! I voted this morning! Whoot! I love them all-honestly I do. I say any of those outfits with a cardigan aka knit or jumper would be so lovely to wear. Honestly, I would wear them all!! xoxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07399307155035285501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-33992237712109536192012-11-06T12:24:49.068-06:002012-11-06T12:24:49.068-06:00Oh yummies! I too need more winter pieces! So much...Oh yummies! I too need more winter pieces! So much of my closet (and stash) is summery! Layers are always a good idea so stock up on cardigans, sweaters and tights. Sometimes when it's really cold, I wear leggings over tights under my skirts for some extra coverage.Stephanie Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04210449948990020456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-14858963754416776012012-11-06T12:21:28.681-06:002012-11-06T12:21:28.681-06:00I'm leaning towards high waisted slack and lon...I'm leaning towards high waisted slack and long sleeve blouses this winter as you saw in my Katherine Hepburn post. I also like to wear cardigan over my dresses, I'm not a big tights fan, I wear knee high sox! Hope this helps. I would just get a lot of light weight flannel material and sew away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-62411417790289761332012-11-06T12:04:59.818-06:002012-11-06T12:04:59.818-06:00Oh god I love every single one of your inspiration...Oh god I love every single one of your inspiration pics, especially the green polka dot shirt dress and the first blouse with the bow at the neck - GORGEOUS! This is not a very practical or economical suggestion but I wore a silk dress recently when it was quite cold and was pleasantly surprised by how warm silk actually is. You get that lovely swooshing sound when you walk as well! <br />Good luck with your autumn sewing, I think you'd totally rock the floral frock, cropped cardigan and belted waist look. xJanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06618367450900385828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-734181845751113072012-11-06T12:03:48.494-06:002012-11-06T12:03:48.494-06:00The pieces you have here are great. I'm going ...The pieces you have here are great. I'm going to start a sweater soon. Maybe it'll be done in a couple of months. I have a few sweaters but need to add more trousers and skirts that will keep me warm. I've also been keeping my eye out for a some nice grandpa sweaters. I LOVE grandpa sweaters.Mariela Santillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05293755332845325555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7659360650582709851.post-79922539524889745872012-11-06T11:42:30.913-06:002012-11-06T11:42:30.913-06:00I hear you loud and clear, as this year, more so t...I hear you loud and clear, as this year, more so than perhaps ever in my adult life, the balance of my wardrobe has shifted and warm weather pieces now outnumber those for nippier months (not that great of a spot to be in when you live in snowy Canada! ;D). Fortunately though I think that with some layering, tights (need to buy more heavy weight ones), hopefully finding a pair of vintage or vintage appropriate snow boots, and perhaps scoring a few more heavier weight sweaters, I'll be able to get through the next few months without wearing the same outfit day in and day out. <br /><br />I really like the classic pieces you highlighted here, and would wear the skirt in the top row with a thin to medium weight knit top over a vintage blouse with a collar, perhaps with a fitted blazer over top, if it was an especially chilly day or I was going to be spending a lot of time outside.<br /><br />♥ Jessica Witchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.com