Back in October/November 2022, I found myself in Canberra for a few days and of course, new city means new op shops and vintage. Despite having a very crazy trip, between running errands, I checked out a few op shops and secondhand stores and managed to have a great little haul. Whilst checking out the … Continue reading Canberra Vintage Haul
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Sewing Patterns for Vintage Halloween Costumes
Tis the most wonderful time of the year when we can get cozy in our homes, use pumpkins and leaves as decorations, watch spooky movies and absolutely everything smells like vanilla and cinnamon. Ah, Halloween time; oh yeah, we need a costume! Unfortunately this year, my usual October of cosy crafting and sewing times has … Continue reading Sewing Patterns for Vintage Halloween Costumes
Sewing a Vintage Walt Disney Cinderella Apron from 1950
As a long-time lover of Disney, Cinderella has always held a special place in my heart. Originally released in 1950, it has cemented its way into the fond memory of many and still remains a timeless classic today. The original and the modern remake are always guilty pleasures for me as I love all the … Continue reading Sewing a Vintage Walt Disney Cinderella Apron from 1950
Polka Dot Vintage Markets November 2020
I constantly remind myself how lucky I am to be living in Perth where we are feeling pretty safe and protected from Covid. Although we've gone through lockdown like most people, we are lucky that we haven't had any community transmissions for quite some time. Despite that, we have missed out on many events that … Continue reading Polka Dot Vintage Markets November 2020
How to Sew a Vintage Peg Apron
One of my favourite household chores is doing the laundry, I love the simplicity of it, the smells of the laundry products and getting time to go outside and enjoy the fresh air whilst I peg everything up. What I don't like, however, besides folding laundry, is dealing with plastic pegs. After time in the … Continue reading How to Sew a Vintage Peg Apron