***NEWSFLASH***

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Here is the spot I will let you know if I've posted something new...it will always be the first post so you know for certain if there is NEW "stuff"!!!


As of Monday, March 5, 2007:

New Fabrics will be added in the coming week...as well as a new look for a template!

Products also will be introduced...hand sewn as well as some others!

I know it's been 5 months since any activity here, but so much has been happening! Thanks for waiting, keeping me on your bloglines and watching out for new items!

Review what's here and watch later this week for the new fabrics!

Praise the Lord for you and your faithfulness!

***Contest-Drawing-Raffle-FUN***

Who: YOU! And Anyone and Everyone you know~

What: A chance to win a $30.00 gift certificate for any product on "Provisions of Grace...Dry Goods" shipped to you for FREE. Gift Certificate is good for one year from date of winning.

Where: Here on "Provisions of Grace...Dry Goods".

When: NOW through midnight, Saturday, September 30, 2006. Winner to be announced on Monday, October 2, 2006. (And! This drawing will be held once every calendar quarter!*)

Why: Because I like you!

How: Comment on me! Post on me! Link me!

Details:

Comment on each post here on "Provisions of Grace...Dry Goods". Example:

• Leave a comment on "~~~Fabulous Fabrics~~~" = 1 entry
• Leave a comment on "~~~Pretty Patterns~~~" = 1 more entry
• Leave a comment on "~~~Bonny Buttons~~~" = 1 more entry

And on through all 9 posts. You have the opportunity to receive 9 chances.

Post on the contest and "Provisions of Grace...Dry Goods" on your blog. Instructions:

• Publish a post with a minimum of 5 sentences, mentioning the contest, what will be won, what is sold here and including the link of www.provisions-of-grace.blogspot.com.
• Email me or comment on any post at "Provisions of Grace...Dry Goods" to let me know you've posted.

You will receive 7 additional chances for posting.

• Link me in your sidebar under a title of "shops", "my favorite stores", "fabric stores" or any variation thereof.
• Email me at tam_provofgrace_drygoods@msn.com to let me know you've linked me in your sidebar.

You will receive 7 additional chances for the link. I will provide you with a button with the graphic that is on my header, post about you on Time For Twittering and link you in the sidebar of Provisions of Grace as a supporter.

*In case you missed it...this drawing will be held once every calendar quarter...if you don't win this time you might the next! Next drawing will be held in January 2007.

Anyone who has linked me in their sidebar and still have me linked in their sidebar in January will be automatically entered with seven entries.

~~~Fabulous Fabric~~~

For the love of Fabulous Fabric! Fabric is almost irresistable for me...

Because of this draw I am now offering, for your pleasure too, those items I find compelling to have in my own personal stash!

All fabrics will be considered new unless otherwise stated. It will be stated clearly. None of the fabrics will have been washed by me unless otherwise stated.

Quantities of vintage and new fabrics are limited, I will do my best to keep the amount of quantities available updated
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"Snuggles" by Moda
100 % Poly
60" wide
Pale Pink

$12.95 per yard (regular retail $14.00)
Irresistible to the touch, it is impossible to get enough of it! And it is so easy to sew!
Baby Blankets, Lap Blankets, Scarves, Hats, Jackets, to name just a few ideas...

Don't forget it is 60 inches wide...standard fabric is 45 inches wide.








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"Snuggles" by Moda
100% Poly

60" wide
Pale Blue

$12.95 per yard (regular retail $14.00)
Incredibly soft fabric! This is exactly like the pink only in blue.

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"Fresh Breeze" Pre-Laundered by Moda

100% Cotton
54" wide
Rose

$11.95 per yard (regular retail $13.00)
Beautifully woven cotton, delicate and soft to the touch, it has been pre-laundered so there will be minimal shrinkage. This fabric is ideal for Bedding, Dresses, Skirts, Curtains, Pillows, Capris, Duvet and on and on I could go!

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"Alphabet" by Moda

100% Cotton
54" wide
Cream background (not white)

$10.95 per yard (regular retail $12.00)
Perfect weight cotton for Blankets, Curtains, Bedding, Dresses, Tote Bag, Diaper Bag...lovely fabric to work with! The images are just darling...if you want to see more just comment and I'll get them for you!

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"Vintage Ticking" by Moda

100% Cotton
54" wide

Multi-Color

$11.95 per yard (regular retail $13.00)
Fabulous ticking...smooth finish...colors do not fade...have an antique look and feel...soft! Unlike most other tickings this one is 54 inches wide! That is double what some "other" stores carry! Fantastic vintage colors...you could do anything with this...Curtains, Snuggle Blankets, Pajamas, Pillow Cases or Shams...

Absolutely perfect for the Western themed rooms!

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"Western Saddle" by Moda

Vinyl/Leather Look

56" wide

$12.95 per yard (regular retail $15.00)
This vinyl resembles vinyl only from the wrong or backside. The right or frontside of the fabric is delightful. Smooth and soft with unbelievable realistec embossing that looks exactly like saddle leather!

I have used it to cover closet doors in my boys bedrooms to resemble leather covered doors. I have also used it to cover their wall cupboards (they were awful white melamine that clashed with the awesome aged red and browns we used).

Pillows, Chaps (dress up!!!), Table Top Covering, Lampshade Cover, Bedroll (easy to clean and just like the cowboys!) to name just a few ideas for this terrific, not-like-we-know-it-vinyl.

GREAT addition to the Western Themed room!

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"Vintage Ticking" by Moda

100% Cotton

Blue/Natural or Cream

44"/45" wide

$7.99 (regular retail $10.00)

What a great find this fabric is!!! Most blue tickings I have found (and I have searched for a long time) are anywhere from 27"-33" wide...just not wide enough! AND, the tickings that are the 44"/45" wide are only cotton broadcloth or calico and NOT the wonderful thicker woven almost canvas like ticking. THIS ONE IS! It is 44"/45" wide and is thick and soft (not overstarched like some either)...so very many, many uses for this one!

Pillow Insert, Pillow Cover/Case, Curtains, Bedding, Quilts, Table Cloth, Bedskirt, Slip Covers for furniture, Matting for Picture Frames (I did this!), Bean Bags and more, more, more!!!

Another Fantastic find for your Western or Country themes!

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"Flour Sack White"***

100% Cotton

44"/45" Wide

White colored background (also comes in cream)

$5.25 per yard

This yardage is sweet and remniscent of days or yore...

Sweet frocks and apron strings, pillow cases with crocheted edges, vintage blouse with lace trim all color the dreams of this fabric...Can you see them too?

***Note: This is not actual floursack cloth...it just looks like it to me...there is no actual name for the fabric. This is new fabric.

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"Flour Sack Cream"***

100% Cotton

44"/45" Wide

Cream colored background (also comes in white)

$5.25 per yard

Another piece that is just so delightful!

Kitchen curtains, ruffled pillow, bedroom valance with red pom poms, circle skirt with lace trims color the dreams of this lovely fabric...

***Note: This is not actual floursack cloth, it looks like it to me, there is no name on the fabric. This is new fabric.

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"Feed Sack"***

100% Cotton

44"/45" wide

$5.25 per yard

I love this print...it reminds me of the 1930's. It is sweet and feminine. Any number of ideas would be perfect for this...Blouse, Stuffed Animal, Kitchen Valance, or get a jump start on your daughters sundresses for next summer

***Note:This is not actual feed sack, it just looks like it to me. There is no name on this fabric. It is new fabric.


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"Green Dottie"

100% Cotton

44"/45" wide

$5.25 per yard

What a delightful and fun Polka Dot! I have to admit...I love dotties...as you'll soon see, I have a couple more coming up for sale...

Purse, Lining of a Tote, Dress, Dolly Dress, Stuffed Animal...are you getting any pictures in your mind?

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"Big Dottie-Warm"

100% Cotton

44"/45" wide

$5.25 per yard

Here is one of the additional "dotties" I have that I love! These dots are big and random with a white background.

This fabric would be a terrific skirt with pom pom trim in orange or red or green, maybe some rick rack trim, or a solid border...I can also see a darling jumper for your girl, fantastic pajama's for the boys, oh just too much fun!

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"Big Dottie-Cool"

100% Cotton

44"/45" wide

$5.25 per yard

This is another "dottie"! This fabric is the same as the one listed above but in cool colors versus warm colors. It, too, has a white background.

These "dotties" bring so much to my imagination and cause me to see fun, light-heartedness, and joy to any project!

Think totes, pj's, capris, boxers, blouse, blanket...again, ideas are almost endless!

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"Red Star"

Rayon/Polyester Blend

44"/45" wide

$5.50 per yard

This lovely little star pattern would make a sweet blouse for you or your little one to sit atop a red velvet skirt for the holidays.

Or you could get a head start on 4th of July sewing and get matching tops made for both of you!

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**VINTAGE**

"Pink Gingham Border"

100% Cotton

**more info to be gathered later...there is approximately 2 1/2 yards**




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**VINTAGE**

"Green Gingham"

100% Cotton

**more info to be gathered later**




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~~~Pretty Patterns~~~

Pretty Patterns! I love, love, love them! I want to see them all and find homes for them all too!


I, of course, do not fit into most of the women's vintage patterns but have found some that do work! Also, they are great for my daughter since those waistlines are so very tiny...just some minor adjustments in the bust and length and Minniemee has a new outfit!

Although down the road I will be adding brand new patterns, they will have the feel and look and timeless quality that the vintage patterns hold.

Most of the patterns here will be truly vintage and used at least one time. Since they are vintage they WILL HAVE signs of useage. I will let you know of the condition and will indicate as to whether they are cut or uncut patterns and copies or originals. I also verify that all pieces are, in fact, in the envelope!

The only time I will offer copies is when I come across a pattern that I love and cannot part with but know that some of you would love it also!

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$8.95

Simplicity Pattern #3803
Size 4

Simplicity does not typically date their patterns.
This one is clearly in the 1950's.

Very good condition.
All pieces accounted for. (3 of them are copies of the original)

How darling will your sweet little one look in this outfit? Never too early to begin for Easter...

Perfect timing to pick out a Christmas print for the dress and Velvet for the coat....oh so pretty!

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$4.95

Simplicity Pattern #4786
Size 4

Simplicity does not typically date their patterns.
This one appears to have been printed in the late 1950's.

Very Good condition.
All pieces are in the envelope except for the head scarf of which
would be extremely easy to draw out.

With Fall approaching this is a great coat for your daughter...AND it's
reversible...save time on having to wash...OR just allow for additional outfit coordination!







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$7.95

McCalls Pattern #9172

Size 4

Copyright 1952

Very Good condition.

All pieces accounted for except for the belt. This piece is drawn into the images and would be extremely easy to draw out.

This pattern is one of my favorites. I made one very similar to it for my Minniemee for Easter last year. It is a perfect school dress, church dress or "visiting-friends" dress!

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$10.95

Simplicity Pattern #1956

Size 4

Copyright 1947.

All pieces in tact.

The envelope is not quite fragile but has the normal bumps, scuffs and tears around the edges. The pattern pieces themselves are in terrific shape.

What a find this pattern is. In tact, DARLING, darling, and from the 1940'S!!! I LOVE this pattern. I did not come across it until my darling had outgrown it...but I have taken a copy of it for myself so that I can either enlarge it OR keep it to make for friends and someday...Grandbabies!

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$10.95

McCalls Pattern #3040

Size 16

Bust 34

Copyright 1954.

All pieces in tact and accounted for.

This pattern is to die for! It is slimming due to the narrow panels in the skirt...and the neckline that allows for the appearance of a long slim neck (whether you have one in real life or need the appearance of one like me!)

There are plenty of you out there that fall into the 34" bust line...(measure not the widest point, nor underneath, but from your back to the upper part of your chest)...and waist and shoulders can be adjusted with ease (don't be intimidated it is so much easier than it seems to be)....

I can't wait to see this one done and on one of you!

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$12.95

Du Barry #2321B

Size 4

Copyright 1940's

This pattern is complete. It is also in Excellent condition!

What a darlin' little dress to add to the closet of your darlin' little girl! The pattern covers both the jumper and the blouse...The instructions for the dress are well illustrated and easy to understand!

Most of the patterns from the 1940s, especially the designers that are no longer in business, go for upwards of $35.00 on other sites...take advantage of the great deal here...

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McCalls #3705

Size 4

Copyright 1956.

Pattern is complete and in very good condition.

Another one I had purchased to size up for Minnie but that was when she was 5 instead of 8...another darling Christmas or Easter dress for certain! Just look at the rick-rack...can you see the dress in red with white rick-rack for a Christmas dress? Love it!

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$12.95
Amy Butler Cafe Reversible Apron

One Size Fits All

Copyright 2004

Brand New/Never Been Opened

This pattern is undeniably appealing...it's clean lines, yet old-fashioned style draw in the modern and vintage afficiacondos alike!

I have my own pattern and have made this for myself (a photo of which will be posted by Sat am)...you can customize the apron to fit your precise measurements with an easy to follow formula. The apron has great coverage for cooking and serving and the super great part is that should there be a spill at the last minute you can flip it around to show the reverse side! NOTE: There are instructions on her website to convert the apron into a wraparound skirt!

You can have the patch work on both sides or one fabric piece on both sides...the pattern provides the instructions for patchwork on one and one piece on the other...

There are instructions to make a matching one for your "Minniemee"!

Also included are the patterns for unique Potholders and a Recipe Card Holder.



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~~~Inspiring Instructional Books~~~

Inspiring Instructional Books!

Oh! How I love these books too!

Instructions make so much sense! Instead of taking your chances with learning straight from a pattern you buy...Get the Instructional books first! They will most certainly inspire you!

All books offered here will most likely be vintage or antique. At the very least used. I will do my best to describe the condition of each precisely. These items WILL HAVE wear and useage marks.

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$7.50

"A Complete Guide to Home Sewing" by Sylvia K. Mager
Published by Pocket Books, Inc., New York, N.Y.
Original publishing date: May, 1952.
This is the 6th printing: April, 1960.

This book is 6" x 4", in very good condition. The binding shows a bit of wear and there is a mark on the cover that does not interfere with the Darling graphic. The interior pages are in very good condition. No tears, no marks and no missing pages.

I have a fondness for vintage imagery/graphics of Mothers and Daughters which is what drew me to this one.

The instructions are very easy to understand and this little book provides a wealth of helpful instruction!

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$10.95

"Simplicity Sewing Book, Helpful Hints for Beginners and Experts" by Simplicity Pattern Co, Inc., New York, N.Y.

Original Publishing Date: 1947

This darling book is more like a magazine but it is filled to overflowing with fabulous information and images! It's table of contents covers fabric selection, garment selection and fitting, seams, hems, trims, hand sewing and so very much more!

Again, the Mother and Daughter imagery is to die for!

This book measures 7 1/2" x 11".

This gem is in "excellent" condition! The colors on the cover are bright and vibrant...the interior pages even better!
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You just do not find the precise wording and beautiful examples like this anymore!

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$13.95

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  "The Complete Book of Sewing, Dressmaking and Sewing for the Home Made Easy" by Constance Talbot.
  Published by Greystone Press, New York, N.Y.
  Original Publishing Date: 1943
  
  
  This terrific hardback with dust cover book measures 7"x10". The dust cover shows a bit of wear but for it's age (63 years!!!) it looks amazing! The book itself seems as if it has never been used!
  
  Constance Talbot was a big name in the sewing industry in the 40's and 50's. The title of this book says it ALL! It is complete!

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The contents cover:

• Choosing Colors Best Suited to You
• How to Emphasize Good Points
• Choosing the Best Fabrics
• Darts Tucks and Pleats
• Time Saving Measurement Routines
• Altering a Pattern
• Teaching Your Daughter to Sew
• Under Garments for All Your Family
• Maternity Dresses and Infant Wear
• Smooth Fitting Waistlines

And so, so, SO MUCH MORE! Illustrations AND Photography are used througout this lovely and timeless book to provide the necessary examples.

Be sure to pick this one up to add to your collection or to put to immediate use!

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~~~Bonny Buttons~~~

Preparing the Bonny Buttons for display and photography...

Coming Soon!

~~~Tantalizing Trims~~~

None that I can part with just yet!

On the lookout for all those darling, tantalizing trims!

***The Etiquette of Business!***

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***The Five "W"'s***

Who? What? Where? When? How?

It seemed to me that there needed to be the token "About Me" or "About Provisions of Grace" entry. But it's so blase, so ordinary to put those precise words on my site...so...

It is now "The Five "W"'s". We all remember that school-room lesson right? Ask these questions of any story or subject matter and we can essentially have the whole story. Well, almost.


The Who: (No, not the band.) The me. Provisions of Grace is me. Tam of Time for Twittering. Tam of My Story of Me. Tam of To Bring Up a Child. Tam of a whole new "piece of me" that has not been wholly introduced to this world yet. It is the creativity, the artist in me bursting to the seams with ideas and thoughts that I rarely allow escape for...there hasn't been time...

The What: (No, not second base, please don't tell me if you are not old enough to know Abbott and Costello.) The stuff. The stuff is what inspires me. Seeing something old, something with a story. Something with a past. I want to make it "new" again. Refresh it. Not always completely new, I like the dings and dents...those tell the story. Seeing a color, a font, a sparkle, a graphic, an interaction between people...these all can get me going with creativity. (Re-newing, Re-freshing, accommodating the dings and dents...sounds vaguely similar to what God has done with me!)

The Where: (No, nothing clever for this one!) The Here. You'll all know sooner or later. The Here is in my head. It's where the ideas come from. It's where I dream, dream, dream and then have to climb down just a few rungs to make it real, real, real. The Here is in my soul. Creativity and desire for entrepreneurialism is in my genes and therefore soul. It is one of the "pieces of me" I wrestled with God over about it's point of origin. Him or something else. The wrestling match is over. It is my opinion it is of Him. The Here is also, my beloved and beautiful Idaho.

The Why: (No, no more wit, I said I was creative not witty!) The Why. Hmmmm. This one is harder to answer. This one...Is the power. This one. This one question brings all the others together. The beginning of Why is because I have always dreamed and schemed to have my own business. The middle of Why is more complex and obscure...it involves allowing my creativity out instead of it festering inside, to show my children how important it is to indulge and nurture that aspect of themselves, to find pure joy in the act of pouring myself out, to live out the dreams. I'm afraid the middle will not be completed for you...it would take too long. The end all, bottom line of it all in this moment in time is a bit of necessity.

The How: (Yes, it is too a "W"...my teacher said so!) The How. This one is easy. The God. The God, my God, The-e one and only God. HE is How I am and will do this. He will give me the courage, the strength, the stamina, the endurance, the blessing (oh how I pray for this), the wherewithal to do all of this. Not to mention my friends, my family, my beloved Husband. Oh yes, and it will be done in blogdom for now. It will move a bit into eBay. Then prayerfully, that will usher in a website and physical location.

By George I believe she's done!