tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post6868527199498916234..comments2024-03-12T13:57:38.337-07:00Comments on Chronically Vintage: A vintage image filled alphabet of fall favouritesWitchcrafted Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-26479418420087962782016-10-12T16:40:06.273-07:002016-10-12T16:40:06.273-07:00Awesome sleuthing, Dee! Way to go on finding that ...Awesome sleuthing, Dee! Way to go on finding that link. I honestly had no recollection of it, but apparently I did see it back three years ago. Too funny! :)<br /><br />Thank you very much for coming back to share it here. You're so sweet! It would be great to hear from anyone who has given it a spin, I agree. <br /><br />Thanks again & have a beautiful week,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-11067220210280699232016-10-12T15:56:01.035-07:002016-10-12T15:56:01.035-07:00Oh, Jessica, you know I would love to get to toget...Oh, Jessica, you know I would love to get to together for yummy Autumn treats!!! :)<br /><br />I did find the sweater link from 2013 on Brittany's blog, Va Voom Vintage. Guess what...you even commented on it! I hope it is ok to post the link here for anyone interested. Has anyone tried this?<br /><br />http://www.vavoomvintage.net/2013/07/tutorial-1940s-inspired-puff-sleeve-knit.html<br /><br />Lots of hugs,<br />DeeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-27958591449031132682016-10-09T12:10:01.798-07:002016-10-09T12:10:01.798-07:00What special memories, sweet Elizabeth. Thank you ...What special memories, sweet Elizabeth. Thank you very much for sharing them/us with us. It's awesome that your family spent time in the US and got to experience the North American take on autumn and Halloween. Did you carry some traditions home with you to help celebrate this fun holiday?<br /><br />Many hugs & thanks for your wonderfully nice comments this week,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-59564910301901955912016-10-09T12:07:30.823-07:002016-10-09T12:07:30.823-07:00I hear you there. My Halloween preferences run on ...I hear you there. My Halloween preferences run on the sweet/kitschy side as well. I just needed something seasonal to use for the letter z, of which there really isn't many options. I understand the zombie appeal and wouldn't mind dressing up as one at sometime, but I'll stick with less frightening Halloween movies and themes for the most part, too. :)<br /><br />Aww, that's so sweet of you to say. We definitely are two peas in a Halloween adoring pod. Love that so much! It's awesome to share in our mutual enthusiasm for this fabulous holiday from across the miles. <br /><br />Oodles more festive posts are on the horizon this month - including an ode to my all-time favourite fictional couple (to tie into mine and Tony's wedding anniversary).<br /><br />I love that, too! I have multiple plastic totes of Halloween decorations and completely delight in bringing them up from the basement and digging into them for the first time in nearly a year as well. It's definitely one of those moments that's worth toasting about this beautiful season. <br /><br />That sounds like a wonderful way to spend the day. I'm starting to think about Christmas already, too - there's only about 2.5 months to go (it will get here at the speed of light, I'm sure). <br /><br />Wishing you a stellar weekend, my dear friend,<br />♥ Jessica Witchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-28671230713457993192016-10-08T22:21:47.280-07:002016-10-08T22:21:47.280-07:00I love your Alphabet photo essay. As the sun shine...I love your Alphabet photo essay. As the sun shines longer down here, I'm taken back to the couple of years my family lived in the States and how wonderful - for us - September through to Christmas was and all very cruisy with no end of the academic year and end of year/summer holidays break up parties. One festivity after the other! My boys loved carving their first Jack O'Lanterns and treat or treating. Halloween has kind of taken off here but it just doesn't feel right in the spring. So, I'm really really loving your posts of all things autumn. xxElizabeth g.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08701073937645312469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-27857960974942035072016-10-08T09:04:19.540-07:002016-10-08T09:04:19.540-07:00What a fabulous list! I loved it all and am with y...What a fabulous list! I loved it all and am with you on all of them, except for zombies. I really hate horror movies and things. I have never understood it, and I especially don't understand pinup zombies. So if we could change the zombie to something else (wonder what, starting with a z), this could have been my list as well. But you know we are sisters at heart, and always love the same things, holidays and seasons. Next week I will decorate for Halloween, taking my autumn decor down. I always love to open the box and see it all again, especially my Halloween jools which I madly adore. Now on to crocheting some handmade Christmas gift (cotton dish rags in lovely colours) and watching a b/w movie from 1946, since I am home alone I can do what I want to. :D SANNEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12973437247117000140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-13140113443900033502016-10-07T20:48:15.604-07:002016-10-07T20:48:15.604-07:00Thank you very much, my dear. It was sooo (!) much...Thank you very much, my dear. It was sooo (!) much fun to put together. I really hope to do one for Christmastime, too (if not this year, than at some point down the road). Seasonal ones, say for spring and summer, could be a delight as well.<br /><br />Many hugs & thanks for all of your great blog comments today,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-33600041232197376112016-10-07T19:48:40.327-07:002016-10-07T19:48:40.327-07:00What a cute and clever idea for an autumnal blog p...What a cute and clever idea for an autumnal blog post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08624677696579064512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-41987583127036949092016-10-05T18:29:22.315-07:002016-10-05T18:29:22.315-07:00Wouldn't it be amazing to wear this costume or...Wouldn't it be amazing to wear this costume or one akin to it? I - as I'm sure many in our community do - so wish that some of the repro brands would offer up 21st century versions of thoroughly mid-century looking Halloween costumes. I suspect, if reasonably priced, that they'd fly off the shelves. <br /><br />Thank you very much, Jackie dear. I hope that your autumn is a joyful, fantastic season, too.<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-18265553857807797782016-10-05T18:21:56.760-07:002016-10-05T18:21:56.760-07:00They really are a fabulous variety of apple. If me...They really are a fabulous variety of apple. If memory serves me right, I tried Cox, Braeburn, and Pink Lady apples all for the first time when we lived in Ireland and have been hooked ever since (luckily these days we can find at least some of those around these parts come fall/winter). <br /><br />Your desserts sound so immensely tasty. Even though it's pumpkin, apple and pear pie season here now, I certainly wouldn't say no to a slice of cherry this coming Thanksgiving weekend. :)<br /><br />Many hugs & thanks for your great comment,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-87700985159839554852016-10-05T18:18:35.836-07:002016-10-05T18:18:35.836-07:00Eloquently and wonderfully said, dear Emily. Your ...Eloquently and wonderfully said, dear Emily. Your lovely comment really made me smile, as I too fell madly in love with the past as a child and know that certain older books (from Anne of Green Gables to The Velveteen Rabbit) played an important roll in the development of my passion for the past. Yes, the real world might not be as idyllic as a children's story, but we can still help to make it more enjoyable via our vintage leanings and respect for days gone by.<br /><br />Many hugs & thanks for your excellent comment,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-11440999808554601792016-10-05T18:08:52.903-07:002016-10-05T18:08:52.903-07:00A fabulous fall A-Z list... I just wish I could pu...A fabulous fall A-Z list... I just wish I could pull off that bat costume, ha ha! <br />Happy and healthy Fall to you, Jess! <br /><3 Jackie @ Let's Go Thrifting Jackie Jardinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13010905516066081090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-75782365535180127862016-10-05T18:08:47.439-07:002016-10-05T18:08:47.439-07:00Thank you sweetly, my lovely friend. I'm delig...Thank you sweetly, my lovely friend. I'm delighted to know that you enjoyed this fun post. It has definitely been one of my favourites of the whole year so far to pen (and gather images for). <br /><br />Many hugs & the happiest of Thanksgiving wishes to you and your family,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-60322150606747653942016-10-05T18:05:14.396-07:002016-10-05T18:05:14.396-07:00There really is, I completely agree. It's such...There really is, I completely agree. It's such a lively, enthralling time of the year. <br /><br />Many hugs & joyful October wishes,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-69325392244815194592016-10-05T18:04:36.827-07:002016-10-05T18:04:36.827-07:00Yum-yum! Care to get together for a scrumptious fa...Yum-yum! Care to get together for a scrumptious fall feast starring all of those wonderful treats? :)<br /><br />That is such a cool sounding link! I haven't encountered it yet myself, but if I do, I'll be sure to share it here. <br /><br />Big hugs & endlessly happy fall wishes coming your way,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-2548016649695622152016-10-05T17:47:22.467-07:002016-10-05T17:47:22.467-07:00That really does sound like the perfect way to ush...That really does sound like the perfect way to usher in the nippy, exciting Halloween season, dear Beate. I've started cooking and baking with pumpkin again on this end, too, and am tempted to eat it everyday (as I love it that much :)). With Canadian Thanksgiving this coming weekend, more will definitely be on the table then. <br /><br />That sounds like such a nice sweater. Just the thing to help fend off the encroaching chill that's upon us again. <br /><br />Many hugs & thanks for your wonderfully nice comment,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-37192934862525565992016-10-05T17:43:57.174-07:002016-10-05T17:43:57.174-07:00Very true! Especially since I would venture to gue...Very true! Especially since I would venture to guess that she's dipping those balls into a bowl of corn syrup tinted with food colouring (as we used to make similar popcorn balls of that nature when I was little and the bowl of "topping" looked nearly identical). If not, then likely a light caramel sauce. Either way, definitely a lot of potential for mess - which might be why she's holding the popcorn ball so gingerly and away from her lovely outfit. <br /><br />Thank you very much! I'm definitely at max giddiness right now and am so enjoying savouring each day of this beautiful, exciting month. <br /><br />I hope that October is fantastic month for you as well, my sweet friend.<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-50380224566076224632016-10-05T17:37:28.415-07:002016-10-05T17:37:28.415-07:00Wouldn't that be an absolute blast? There are,...Wouldn't that be an absolute blast? There are, IMO, far too few hayrides around still in a lot of places (I don't know of any offered in our town, for example). They - like sleigh rides in the snow come wintertime - are such an iconic element of the season and one that I'd imagine, us vintage adoring folks are extra keen on. I hope that you're able to take a hayride this autumn, dear Karen.<br /><br />Many hugs & joyful October wishes,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-54118433874820857992016-10-05T17:35:56.950-07:002016-10-05T17:35:56.950-07:00Aww, that's so awesome of you to say, darling ...Aww, that's so awesome of you to say, darling gal. Thank you to the (harvest) moon and back. I swear, I'm already having a tricky time sleeping some nights because I'm that excited for Halloween, and really, just to savour my favourite month of the year in general. It's fabulous that you're a big fan of this season, too, and that a lot of these points really resonate with you. <br /><br />Wishing you an endlessly fun filled, beautiful month!<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-45202645825720224992016-10-05T17:31:21.251-07:002016-10-05T17:31:21.251-07:00What a beautiful picture you paint, dear Sarah. Wh...What a beautiful picture you paint, dear Sarah. While I do love it when the weather easily permits getting out to enjoy fall in all its wondrous splendor, I also really enjoy that sort of cozy, winter-hasn't-fully-moved-in-yet type of nippy evening spend indoors as well. Plus, three very big cheers for seasonal scented candles! :)<br /><br />Tons of hugs,<br />♥ Jessica Witchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-19738653303287257062016-10-05T16:58:52.297-07:002016-10-05T16:58:52.297-07:00Those are fantastic elements of the season to ador...Those are fantastic elements of the season to adore, dear Denise - popcorn very much included. There's just something about the moment when the first note of cold hits the early fall air that makes me want to practically turn this classic snack into a food group unto itself (especially when it's consumed alongside a crisp, juicy fall apple). <br /><br />Thank you very much for your wonderfully nice comment and lovely wishes. May this October be one of happiness and fun aplenty for you!<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-39427641045327469412016-10-05T16:56:40.330-07:002016-10-05T16:56:40.330-07:00It's hard to believe that Thanksgiving is upon...It's hard to believe that Thanksgiving is upon us Canucks again already. Weren't we just taking down the Christmas decorations all of about 4.57 seconds ago? ;) <br /><br />I love it though, don't get me wrong, and am looking forward to celebrating another beautiful holiday with our family.<br /><br />With all my heart, I wish you, your husband and all of your loved ones a peaceful, joyous and very fun filled Thanksgiving celebration.<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-75290270901071287362016-10-05T16:54:26.815-07:002016-10-05T16:54:26.815-07:00Isn't she just magnificent? I want a copy of h...Isn't she just magnificent? I want a copy of her costume soooo bad! :) If only some of the repro companies would look to vintage Halloween costumes of the past and replicate 21st century version of them for us (how incredible would that be?!).<br /><br />Many hugs & wishes for a cozy, wonderful October,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-9539327814764099642016-10-05T16:53:13.980-07:002016-10-05T16:53:13.980-07:00Gosh, do I hear you there. Never in my life have I...Gosh, do I hear you there. Never in my life have I experienced a damper summer (and second half of spring) than the one that we just had. Part of me still feels like I'm suddenly going to wake up at the beginning of May and we'll have the whole sun-kissed summer to look forward to. Yay, not so much. ;D Hopefully next year's will be absolutely worlds warmer and drier on both our ends. A single year like this is one thing, but two or more in a row would nearly have me packing my bags to move to somewhere near the equator!!!<br /><br />Wishing you a thoroughly lovely, not-too-chilly autumn, my dear friend.<br /><br />xoxo ♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423410690702297063.post-34388884106941803152016-10-05T16:49:55.281-07:002016-10-05T16:49:55.281-07:00What a delightful way to look at Mother Nature'...What a delightful way to look at Mother Nature's moods this month, dear Serena. It really is exciting that this elegant and lively chapter of the year is here once more. I'm in my element on so many levels right now and haven't felt this happy in quite a while (even with no less than a million things weighing on my mind and heart alike at the moment). It's a welcome treat and a hugely appreciate occurrence before we launch into a long, snowy Canadian winter.<br /><br />Many hugs & joyful October wishes,<br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.com