I've always been an avid reader; it's a chance for me to just switch off, escape and self-care in a quiet corner, drink tea and be left alone (for the most part). As a working adult, it's not always easy to find time to read, especially something new where I really need to pay attention … Continue reading Sewing a Feyre / ACOTAR Inspired-Vintage Night Court Dress
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Making a Vintage Seafoam Salad
We've only ever tried two vintage 'salad' recipes throughout all our vintage cooking adventures so I figured it's probably time to test out another. Initially, I thought about just doing vintage jelly recipes but there are just so many great recipes out there I don't think I want to eat that much jelly, even for … Continue reading Making a Vintage Seafoam Salad
Sewing a ‘Pushing Daisies’ Inspired Dress
Vintage Sewing Adventures; Recreating Chuck's Yellow Dress from Pushing Daisies Remember that crazy time when we were all trapped in our houses and couldn't embrace our friends or family? Yeah, wild times I know but it got me back into one of my favourite shows, Pushing Daisies as I found many of the themes in … Continue reading Sewing a ‘Pushing Daisies’ Inspired Dress
My Bali Fabric Haul
Whilst travelling, people bring back souvenirs of shot glasses, spoons or keychains, the souvenir I bring back is fabric. In January, I was lucky enough to spend a week at a women's retreat in Bali and then a few days exploring the gorgeous island after. During my free days, of course I went fabric shopping … Continue reading My Bali Fabric Haul
Testing Vintage – 1970s Phillips Electric Fry Pan
Every decade has its 'must have' kitchen gadget (I'm looking at you air fryer!), and in the 70s, it was the electric fry pan. A dream kitchen appliance that could be (pause for dramatic effect ...) used to cook an entire English breakfast in just one pan. The electric fry pan was hugely popular due … Continue reading Testing Vintage – 1970s Phillips Electric Fry Pan