Amy Barickman's Vintage Notions is an inspirational guide and creative collection that features needlework, cooking, sewing, fashion, and fun. This book was inspired by the wisdom of Mary Brooks Picken, a pioneer in the domestic arts and international authority on dressmaking and fashion. In Vintage Notions, Amy Barickman joins creative forces with a previous era to preserve Mary's work and showcase it alongside her own extensive collection of vintage textiles, needlework, illustrations, and memorabilia, for a new generation of sewing and crafting sisters. The book features: Inspirational essays and projects for each month of the year Seasonal recipes and decorating ideas, four storage pockets one for each season; twelve magic patterns; easy-to-make, chic sewing projects; vintage timeless advice on health, character, beauty, style, fashion, parenting, communication, friendship, spirituality, community.
