What a treat! When it seems that the supply of good, unused vintage yarn has finally dried up then just a little more turns up here and there. In 3 and 4 ply too – perfect for fair isle knits and crochet projects. And at bargain prices it’s all the more welcome to supplement the depleting supplies of new yarn when the cost [...]

There were a couple of  vintage toys lingering about the place and in need of some attention. It was time for the animal hospital: Firstly this little lamb was in a poorly way. He was already threadbare in places, his tail had obviously received attention in the past. Eyes missing and almost no nose left. But his [...]

Vintage knick-knacks are irresistible – but they must be contained (confined) to a specific area. On no account should they be allowed to run amok, that way chaos lies.    It started in the shop harmlessly enough with the need for a place where the peg dolls could sit. So a little vintage shelf thingummy was put [...]

These vintage blankets are threadbare and destined for future rag making projects.  The finding of them was made all the more exciting by the discovery of their delightful labels. Once again it’s a case of  ‘they don’t make them like that anymore.’ So much care and attention to detail, so evocative of their time and a [...]

This is how collections begin. Pick up a piece or two around the place and suddenly things start leaping out from everywhere you look. Recent irresistible additions to the Crinoline ladies collection include this (unfinished) embroidery from the early 1950′s.It is now awaiting framing but will probably remain unfinished and all the more charming for that. [...]