We spent the better part of Friday searching the local thrift shops and fabric stores in J's hometown, and I managed to come across some beauties.
Our first stop, the fabric store, I was able to purchase items for 3 separate projects (again, hooray!). The first being a new pattern for a dress from the 40s.
The second being a flannel lap blanket to carry in my knit/crochet basket with me. The fabric I got is quite a throwback to the 1900s. It's gorgeous, and I love it.
The third being some more fabric to add to my mobile collection, which I plan on starting after Christmas.
Next, we spent a few hours at the thrift store and I managed to acquire some lovely baby clothes to add to my hope chest, as well as a basket that I desperately needed and a book to add to my children's collection.
My two favorite finds are a vintage seersucker suit for a 6-9 month old and an adorable sweater that actually happens to match one that was gifted to me by Carl's mother.
Next I found another sweater, this one I believe was hand knit and a pair of pants that are size 4t that are from the 70s that I just couldn't pass up!
The rest of Friday was spent trying desperately finish J's dress, which we did. It fit like a glove and was absolutely gorgeous and I'm so glad I could help her finish that!
Saturday day was spent getting ready for our Thanksgiving meal, which included all of the girls setting their hair the night before, and making the dining room gorgeous. We set the table and made a flower arrangement and everything. That night, we had our inaugural family Thanksgiving on J and Chris's wedding china and it was an amazing candlelit dinner.
I'm so happy this weekend was successful and look forward to many more!
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