(etsy) new handmade items in the shop

I'm going to regret staying up this late when I have to get up for my day job tomorrow morning, but it was worth it to get some new items updated in the shop!  I'm pretty excited about this batch of updates.

That polka dot number is my ideal skirt: tight at the waist, open hips, a full shape that screams retro beauty queen and a print that will never go out of style.  It's a feminine shape that would work great for the office, church, date night, or brunch.

The triangle tunic is a perfect summer piece because it's think, loose, and you can throw it on without requiring accessories or layers.  The pattern speaks for itself'; it's light and breezy and those teals, oranges and pinks are basically the official colors of summertime.

The abstract printed tunic on the bottom left is a personal favorite, so much that I made one to keep for myself.  The fabric is a dream- it's thin and moves lightly against the skin, making it a great dress for dancing (in my opinion).  I looked into the Impressionist print and it's quite similar to Monet's 1914 painting Water Lilies, Red.  Like the triangle tunic, this print needs very little accessories as it stands out well on its own.

The tote bag on the bottom right is a tragedy turned triumph.  I picked up a skirt for myself on a recent thrifting trip and it wasn't until I got home that I saw the huge stain running the length of the side seam.  I was first drawn to the print itself so I salvaged as much as I could and turned it into this charming little tote which- between you and me- is cuter than the original skirt ever was.  

Stitch Craft Vintage Shop Tour

I thought it would be fun to give you a quick tour around the shop! My local shop is located inside the Beach Blvd Flea Market in Jacksonville, FL.  It's not the most traditional setting but I've put so much work into making it look less like a market stall and more like a legitimate, semi-permanent boutique. 

We sell vintage and handmade clothing for women in the shop.  In our vintage section we currently carry women's dresses, blouses, skirts, and sweaters, as well as the occasional vintage t-shirt (there are some good ones out there!).  Our handmade selection includes tunics, dresses, skirts and kimonos in unique prints and patterns.

Newly acquired vintage is displayed on a rack at the front of the store, making it easy for a returning customer to see what's new since her last visit.  Every once in a while we pick up a piece that doesn't qualify as true vintage, but if we really love it and it fits our aesthetic, you can find it on our vintage inspired rack.

Handmade accessories make great gifts, and necklaces, scarves, rings and belts are just a few of the accessories we sell in the shop.  We've also got tote bags, purses, headbands, earrings, clutches and wristlets! 

 

Hope you enjoyed this little tour of my local shop! Stop by to see it in person next time you're in the area!

We're located at booth A-45 @ the Beach Blvd Flea Market: 11041 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL and we're open Saturdays and Sundays from 11-4

ways to wear it: bird print Andie dress [remix]

I ordered so much of this printed jersey knit when I came across it, and I'm glad I did because these bird print dresses were a hit in the shop.  A good black and white pattern is a good base for easy print and color mixing and this one did not disappoint.  With the addition of a few layers and accessories, it can be dressed up or down for work or play.  I loved this dress so much on the mannequin that I made one for my personal wardrobe and I wear it at least once a week; it's that good.

If you're interested in snagging one of these versatile dresses for yourself, I still have 1 available in my etsy shop (size small).  If you like the bird print but not the dress silhouette, I've got a few kimonos in my local shop and online as well (one size fits all).

day to day: wearing vintage

Out of all the tasks that come with running the shop, my favorite is styling the mannequins.  It's always a fun exercise in creativity to mix prints, patterns and textures, and it gives me a chance to style up pieces that I love before sending them to new homes.  I try to document as many outfits as possible (on my phone) so that I can look back and remember the really special items later on.  This is just a small selection of the looks I've put together over the last year.  Most of them are neck-to-knee vintage with handmade jewelry, and there are a few handmade dresses thrown in (often mixed with vintage pieces) for good measure.  I love the look of vintage clothing styled in a modern way; it's eclectic, unique, and endlessly cool.