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The Memory Nest Tag

A little while ago Cecilia invited me to fill out the very fun Memory Nest tag! Here are the rules: 1. Thank the person who tagged you. (Thank you, Cecilia! :))2. List five things that start with "when I grow up…

By Lizzie Hexam May 9, 2025Homemaking, Vintage-ness13 Comments

Homemaking Vintage-ness

I Crocheted a Vintage Belt!

As you are likely aware, Easter Sunday occurred not long ago. Inspired by Cecilia's sewing project for Easter, I thought it would be rather nice to make something new for Easter myself. I didn't need any new clothes, though, and…

By Lizzie Hexam April 25, 2025Homemaking, Vintage-ness21 Comments

Homemaking Vintage-ness

I Lived Like a 1950s Housewife for a Day

There is a schedule floating around on the Internet that is supposedly that of the average 1950s housewife. (I'm not sure where it came from...I expect that it's probably more the ideal schedule a housewife would aim to follow than…

By Lizzie Hexam January 15, 2025Homemaking, Vintage-ness20 Comments