I went to a crazy fabric sale and got all this for $81 | Fabric and vintage sewing notions haul

[@annettebroomhall8617]

Amazing. We have nothing like that here in New Zealand, wish there was. As for the wool. I always wash mine in warm water and then, shock, horror, toss it in the dryer. Yes it shrinks a little but it will never shrink again and the finished garment can now be washed as often as you like. If there is a major matting there are numerous methods for unmatting knitted garments that work well on wool fabric too. Alternatively, wash again in hot water with a cold rinse to make a finish similar to boiled wool. This is wonderful for coats and jackets especially, but if the wool is light enough a skater type of dress works well too. Never be afraid to wash wool basically.

[@amandaglidewell8451]

Just pull the wire out of the ribbon. It works just fine for me. Comes out very easily

[@gsagadin]

I was going to say the same thing!!

[@emmy8526]

Five seconds in: That sweater - so fab! Somehow twee and pop art at the same time.

[@vernieplummer5148]

That shiny blue fabric you showed pretty early on just matched your hair and skin tone fabulously! You have to use it on something close to your pretty face!

[@kaytiej8311]

Thank you for this. As an Aussie I'm fascinated by this scenario. I've never heard of such a thing here.

[@rodentary]

You can also pull out the wire in the wired ribbon i have used.

[@KatherineYoung]

That triangle green trim is so neat! I can see so many possibilities with that to make something really stand out.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Me too!

[@alisonbeiko2050]

That trim is called Prairie Point, can be used on quilts etc. Fabulous Haul! ❤

[@TheFeralFarmgirl]

Oh I want to go next year! My friend would die for that rickrack trim. She makes Native American dolls, and those are perfect. I just like weird stuff and plain cotton. I really want a ham.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

It is definitely a great sale to attend!

[@5039-s5z]

Ok, I loooove the purple wool. It's improved, not ruined. Also, I buy every fabric I see in that color. Cotton velvet, boucle silk, broadcloth, corduroy, linen? I have it in that exact shade.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Me too, I love this color or a purple with even a touch more blue

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

Great deals! The flowers buttons would make a good Barbie movie necklace and you can often pull the wire out of wired ribbon.

[@ReneesatItAgain]

Excellent haul and what a deal!! Enjoyed the go-through!! Spooky is darling as always!!

[@lz738]

Amazing deals! So jealous... wish I lived close to there. There's nothing like that by me in Chicago.

[@StephanieCanada]

You found some GREAT stuff!!!

[@cassandralyris4918]

Oh my GAWD, that white with flower stamps denim! I had short overalls made of that back in the mid 90's when I was a tween. What an unexpected memory for Friday! Everything else looks amazing too. Can't wait to see what you make!

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Oh my gosh I can twin with your tween self haha

[@cherriesnhoney]

i would road trip out for this kind of sale. you got some great things...lol i would probably need to sleep for a day aft that though...tfs:)

[@amandafreeman4586]

I live an hour south of Seattle so Snohomish is quite a trek but it definitely looks worth it! I love seeing the finds for such a good price. You scored some awesome deals!

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

I think it would definitely be worth it, from what I know they put more stuff out as the sale goes on!

[@emmy8526]

Amazing haul! As you say, great to have yards of appealing but low stakes fabric. Just airing things in the sun has magical powers for unfortunate scent removal, so you could try that for the mystery scented wool.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

I tried one round of airing but I'll try a second time soon!

[@BethAge95]

Impressive haul! I think you should totally pre-wash every fabric (except silk maybe) especially wool! I rarely wash my wool clothes because it's mostly unnecessary, but if I have to I want to make sure it's pre-shrunk

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

I prewashed the silk too and nothing bad happened lol

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

I also always prewash my wool. Especially if it has the wet dog smell. Well I guess it's wet sheep smell. If I want it felted down I put it in the wash. If I don't I soak it in a tub. And I always iron it before cutting because I've had disasters happen. 😢

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Yeah I should soak in the tub more, I just hate the post-tub drying process!

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

@@HaleyMarieVintage it does suck. Especially in the high humidity!

[@nlkeyser]

I love your sweater!!

[@greatboniwanker]

Junuary is exactly why I left Chicago 😂

[@peachespinup]

2:43 that is me in the coral baseball hat! I must have been in front of you a bit in line too. I was zoned in on the linen. I don't tell people about this sale Because I don't want to miss out on presale tickets 🤣

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

OMG that is so funny!!!! Hello from past me hahahaha

[@Gosewsomething]

I looked them on and got on the mailing list for next year. Looks amazing

[@Gosewsomething]

looked them up

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Yay! If you see me there say hi, even though I will definitely be awkward!

[@snugglepuppydesign]

OMG I lived in Snohomish county for 30 years and never heard of this sale! UGH. I just moved to PA.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

That is such a bummer!

[@CosnerCoPiloting]

What great deals! Looks like you had a decent time too :)

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Yes I had fun and got to say hi to some of my local sewing friends!

[@CosnerCoPiloting]

@@HaleyMarieVintage Awesome! I look forward to our vintage events as I get to see a lot of other vintage vendors and clients we only see at them.

[@bohemiansusan2897]

Nice haul and I'm a bit envious of it. Enjoy yourself. Thrifted fabrics are usually crap in whenever I get to the thrift store. I do tend to have some luck finding something on clearance now and then. Been a long time but I hope to make it to Portland next spring and go crazy at the mill end shops there.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Yeah thrifting fabrics can be so hit or miss and I just got back from Mills end and boy is is trouble to go there haha

[@bohemiansusan2897]

@@HaleyMarieVintage it's not easy to control the impulses when confronted with gorgeous fabric. I prefer to see my fabric in person rather than order online.

[@gsagadin]

Wash any wools in hair conditioner. It helps.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

That makes sense!

[@janetmaffy5375]

Bet you're kinda missing Junuary this week! Drove through Seattle yesterday midmorning and it was already 80. And smoky.

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Honestly no, I've been loving being warm haha the smoke I could live without but it hasn't been too bad this year yet!

[@janetmaffy5375]

Thank goodness! I'm from Northern California, and it see!s like every couple of years we spend several weeks in masks to keep our lungs clean of smoke, evacuating, or going through loss with family members; my aiater, while the only one in her. neighborhood to have her house survive, has spent the last 2 years making it livable again. Now she can finally sew for her mental health!

[@katecapek3116]

What vintage pattern size are you, and do you have a PO box or such where gifties can be sent? I have many older patterns that I am now too heavy for, but you are probably slender enough for.

[@zanili]

I think she has her PO Box address listed in the description :)

[@katecapek3116]

​@@zanili I didn't see it in the About section

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Hello! That is so kind, I am usually somewhere between a 25"-28" waist and then a 32-34" bust if that is helpful! I do like to note any patterns that don't suit my sizing/taste that people send me I will often sell and donate the proceeds.

[@katecapek3116]

@@HaleyMarieVintage sooo... Where would I find your PO box number?

[@haleydelaney5933]

Kermit the Frog trim

[@sewvintagebysunraedoll]

How Cool 🫶🏼 now I want to move to Seattle 💕

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

Lol until you see rent prices haha not worth the fabric sale