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Giveaway: Source Soda Maker and Pop Vintage Icecream Soda Roundup

May 21, 2014 by Shellie Wilson

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Maybe it’s my old age setting in but I love VINTAGE things. I have been collecting this roundup of Vintage icecream soda parties for some time but never getting around to actually post it. But it gets even better because with old age comes patience and with patience came the opportunity to give away this amazing Source Soda Maker and thus I had the perfect reason to share with you this roundup.

(scroll down to the bottom for your chance to win the Source Soda Maker )

Here are some of my favorite links and party ideas. I have to say the vintage icecream van is my favorite but I don’t have one laying around so will probably have to settle for something a little smaller like this. 

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Rockabilly Milkshake bar

YUM Icream party

Vintage icecream van and Cone Cake

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Coke Float Party

Icecream party with a twist

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Soda Shop Party

Dads Diner

 Soda Pop Costume

50’s Diner

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 Printable Vintage Soda Labels for Decoration.

Vintage Hot Dog Machine – You will need something savory.

Cusineart Soft Serve Machine – You need icecream to go with that soda!

Vintage Retro Images – Adorable images you can use for decorations or invitations.

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——- WIN ——

For your chance to win the Source Soda Maker comment below and tell us what your favorite Icecream Soda memory is: 

(Please note this prize can not be shipped with the gas/soda cylinder you will need to purchase that from your local stockist before you can use this machine. Cylinder is valued at $20).

Entries are for US residents only and competition closes on the 1st of June. 

 

LYNNP- You have been selected as the winner. Please email us with your postal address by the 20th of June to claim your prize.

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Chats on Needlework by Emily Leigh Lowes – A Vintage Stitcher’s Treasure Trove

I’ll admit it—I’m a sucker for vintage craft books. There’s something about flipping through the words of long-gone authors who took stitching very seriously (and often a little poetically) that makes me feel like I’ve joined a timeless club of thread-wielding women. That’s exactly how I felt diving into Chats on Needlework by Emily Leigh Lowes.

Originally published in 1906, this book is part history lesson, part opinion piece, and part how-to guide—with plenty of Victorian flair. And while some parts definitely show their age (in both language and perspective), it’s a fascinating and surprisingly enjoyable read if you’re into embroidery, textiles, or the roots of decorative arts.

Lowes doesn’t just “chat” about needlework—she lectures in a charming, tea-time sort of way. You get insight into historical stitching traditions from various cultures, plus commentary on the evolution of embroidery, tapestry, lace, and even ecclesiastical needlework. It reads like a stitched-together tour of museums and manor houses, narrated by someone who’s passionate, particular, and a bit sassy at times.

If you’ve ever wondered how medieval embroidery compares to Renaissance techniques—or what 19th-century women thought about machine-made lace—this book is your jam.

What stood out to me was how much Chats on Needlework made me think about the meaning behind the stitches. Lowes reflects on craftsmanship, aesthetics, and the cultural importance of handwork with a kind of reverence that honestly made me put down my current WIP and just appreciate it for a moment.

It’s not a how-to book, so don’t expect stitch diagrams or patterns. But it will deepen your love of needlework, especially if you’re the type who likes to pair your stitching with a strong cup of tea and a deeper sense of purpose.

Fair warning: Some references feel dated (as expected from a book written over a century ago), and the writing style is formal, with long-winded passages that take their time. But if you love reading about the why behind the craft, and if historical context inspires your creativity, you’ll enjoy this as much as I did.

I especially loved how she emphasized that needlework should be both beautiful and useful—something I’ve been trying to keep in mind as I mend old clothes or embroider reusable linens.

Chats on Needlework isn’t a flashy how-to or a Pinterest-ready pattern book. It’s more like sitting down for a fireside chat with your great-great-grandmother—one who had strong opinions on silk floss and medieval tapestries.

If you love textile history, appreciate slow crafting, and want to understand how embroidery was viewed before it became a hobby, this book is a little gem. It’s also great for anyone researching historical needlework for reenactments, costume work, or just creative inspiration.

Would I recommend it?
Absolutely—for the thoughtful, curious stitcher who wants more than just pretty stitches. It’s not for everyone, but for the right reader, it’s pure gold (or at least goldwork).

4.5 out of 5 samplers.
(Minus half a point for the occasional archaic ramble—but honestly, that’s part of the charm.)

 

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