Estate Sale Haul - Buttons, Lace, and Vintage Notions!
I think I'm going to need a bigger box to store my lace trim...oh well, worth it!
This sale ended up being surprisingly awesome - I knew from pictures that there was some sewing stuff. But I did not expect the quantity. There were seriously two rooms totally focused on fabric, crafts, and notions.
Most of the fabric was polyester, or quilting cotton, and incredibly difficult to sift through. And the patterns were from the 80s/90s. But I scored with notions - so many staples along with some pretty buttons and lace trims!
And pattern weights! June Tailor pattern weights! I couldn't believe it. I thought the haul would be fun to share so I hope some of you enjoy. If you live on LI then this is the sale listing.
Also, a sewing vlog with credits from December has gone up. If you signed up for the $10 or up tier in January, you'll be credited before the end of the month!
Estate Sale Haul - Buttons, Lace, and Vintage Notions! (YouTube)
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i think in the bag o lace there might have been some tatted lace. i see tatted lace, maybe bobbin lace, the sew lace, an possibly crocet types
BUTTONS!!
The unknown item is a weighted hem cord...pretty sure that’s not the proper name for it. But I love using it for any skirts/dresses/capes with a train. It helps the train stay out beautifully for photos, and doesn’t just crumple at your heels. I think my mom used it in curtain hems too, to provide a nice weight. Happy sewing! These items are all stunning, especially the handmade lace.
How could I possibly pick ONE fav out of all that glory? You have all of my metallic embroidery support. The most recent design I made was a pillow like this for my brother and it took so much effort to get those few cross-stitches to look nearly as neat as the regular ones. <a href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/855" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.adafruit.com/product/855</a>
It just brings a smile to my face thinking about how all of this incredible material is going to such a good home. I'm sure the owner would appreciate it
Oooh I have a pair of small sewing scissors (like 4'') that has the same design as that beautiful pair shown at 5:58 :)
The best thing about these haul video for me is Angela’s enthusiasm. I really like the hand made lace, the idea that someone made this, probably years ago, is such a nice thought.
Those pattern weights are amazing! I’m more of a pins fan myself, but if I could find some weights like those I might be converted 😉
They are all so adorable! My favourite are the paperweights! I got some from my grandmother that were made by filling matchboxes with cement, which is awesome but not that cute. I don't think we have estate sales here in Belgium, but I'll google it to be certain <3
So many pretty things!
I would love those pattern weights! So cute!
Love the lace very pretty 💖
i'm glad you got more pattern weights you had wanted some. oh are you enjoying your steam iron thing?
You found some great stuff!!! I’m fill with joyful envy 😉✂️😉
Those spools of green metallic thread in the first plastic box-- you HAVE to create a blouse so you can use that thread. It is calling your name, Angela! The bigger pieces of lace towards the end of the video would make beautiful fichus. I wonder if you could make a blouse or skirt utilizing the various small laces as the design element? Like a skirt or blouse with V-shaped bands of lace that starts from the shoulders all the way to the bottom of the garment?
six part series sounds kinda cool
You sound so thrilled it makes me smile. Always the best of life for you.
Google Battenburg Lace: Developed in the late 1800s and named after Queen Victoria's son-in-law, Battenburg lace gets its distinctive look by combining machine-woven tapes with hand stitching. The lace immediately became popular and helped revive the English lace-making industry. Hobbyists and home crafters soon pursued the art of making Battenburg lace on both sides of the Atlantic. Battenburg lace remains a popular embellishment for table linens, curtains and other housewares, as well as women's clothing and wedding gowns.
I LOVE the sewing inspired buttons 😍
i think the original owner would be pleased as punch to know you appreciate the hard work they put in and might use the trims they didn't get a chance to. i have a thing for lace so my favorites were the laces.