Buttons, buttons, who's got the buttons?

So, did I get the swap apron done in time to go to the giant rummage sale with my lovely mother? No, I cheated and still went, though still following my self-imposed rule because my lovely mother informed me she was ill and I had to go alone. Didn't get much, an accent chair for the master bedroom, some ikea curtains (most likely to be used for sewing, not curtains) and some wrapping paper and crochet cotton. But at a yard sale following the big rummage sale, I hit the jackpot!

I forgot to take pictures of them but my big find were vintage hats! I have a wedding to go to in October and am making a dress but need a hat to go with it and I found several to choose from!

I also found jars of vintage buttons, somewhat color-coded, but each jar has neutrals in addition to whatever color the jar is based on. There were 10 jars but I only bought 6. Do any of you do this? When I find something great, a big stash of something neat, I always feel bad buying it all up. I almost never buy it all because I like that feeling and want others to be able to find their own special something too!
Here are some of my favorites! A lot of them have rhinestones and there are multiples of most buttons.
And I got a large bag of vintage doll clothes, all needing a good wash and press. Here is what I found:

Baby-doll clothes, which I really have no use for. Do you? I have no baby dolls as I've never really liked them, much to my mother's chagrin.


These are all a little large for my needs, they would fit maybe 18-20" dolls. Some very cute things! Mostly hand-sewn, but all have wear and some have rips. I just have to show you this one up close. We all have favorites, right? Did you have a favorite dress to put on your dolls? Well, this must have been a particular favorite of someone because it has been worn nearly transparent. You can see the pattern it used to be on the edge of the collar, a blue and white flower print. But the fabric is nearly see-through now.


And these are JUST what I needed! They are for a project that I just thought of last week so it is especially fortuitous that I found them this weekend! A hint-they fit My Friend Mandy dolls! All need some repair but they deserve it!

My felt pancakes from quite a while ago got a little airtime in the Craftzine. Thanks guys!

Chicken Scratch Pattern #10

We've come to the last day of patterns. If you liked the free patterns, I encourage you to visit the Make-Do Mercantile and purchase the summer issue of the Make-Do Mail which contains a pattern for a complete chicken scratch apron, among other wonderful things!

The very last pattern in the series is another border. (Can you tell I like borders?) This one is a little different from all the rest as it uses straight stitches and cross stitches.

Chicken Scratch Pattern #9

It's lazy Sunday here at the Z. household. That means we stay in pajamas all day, eat pancakes, watch what's on the tivo and generally laze about. I am going to cheat a bit and do some work because I have LOTS of ironing to do. But I don't mind ironing, especially when it's vintage doll clothes I snagged at garage sales yesterday! (more on that later today when I snap some pictures.)

Today's first pattern is a sweet little hearts border.
This pattern is, of course, for your own personal use only. And just in case someone has come upon these on the very last day, please see the very first day's post for link to how-to's and more info on chicken scratch.

Chicken Scratch Pattern #8

Saturday's second pattern has GOT to be one of my favorites! Fall is coming up sooner than I'd like to think and this one is just perfect for scattering around any fall decorations you're making. Think brown or orange gingham! Or maybe dark green with yellow and orange floss? Too cute!This pattern is for you own personal use only.

I've been busy in the garden all day! I got a new flower bed mulched and ready for planting next spring and my new compost pile fenced off and started with some grass clippings that my husband provided by mowing the front lawn. Boy, was it a hot one today!

Chicken Scratch Pattern #7

Happy Saturday! I got caught up in apron-making yesterday and forgot to post Friday's second pattern so here it is! Another great border. This one's a cute little skinny border but with an interesting shape.

This pattern is for your own personal use only. And I don't think I've said this before but click on the picture to get a larger printable version of the patterns. I kind of thought that was a given but now that I think about, maybe some people don't know.

Chicken Scratch Pattern #6

Good morning! I am under the wire to get my Vintage Apron Swap Apron done! My very gracious partner has said don't worry, no problem, take your time, it's all good! But if I, keeper of the SwapDex and type A personality extraordinaire, don't get my package out in time I think I may be forced down into a swap-shame spiral! So this is a public warning to my butt to get it in gear! Butt, it must be done before you are allowed to go to the giant garage sale tomorrow with your lovely mother!

And now! On to this morning's pattern! This cute little flower could easily adorn a pocket (on an apron, what else?), the corner of a napkin or string them together and form a flowery border.This pattern is for your personal use only. And if you're just joining us, please see the first post for some background info on chicken scratch and be sure and visit my Brand Spanking New Etsy store, the reason I'm posting these patterns.

Chicken Scratch Pattern #5

Here is the pattern for today, a butterfly flitting away! That dot? Has nothing to do with the pattern and all to do with my photoshop skills. I think I erased a layer there or something. This pattern is for your own personal use only.

Exclusive Chicken Scratch Pattern!

Today's exclusive pattern can be found at CraftGossip! It's an awesome border pattern that would make a nice gathered curtain, tea towel or, you guessed it, apron. A big thanks to Denise for posting such a nice blurb to spread the word!

Stay tuned today for another pattern posted here at CorgiPants. I got a little excited this morning planning my new compost bin and didn't get a new pattern posted before I left for work! But lunchtime will see me posting a new pattern.

Shine, Chicken Scratch, Shine!

Boy, chicken scratch is really having its day in the sun! Via CraftGossip and the most awesome Pip Stitch (who also has a lot fo chicken scratch goodness), Lace 'n' Ribbon Roses has all sorts of great chicken scratch things! How in the world did I miss this site in my internet ramblings for chicken scratch anything and everything? Well, miss it I won't anymore, I've got it on my list of web reads!