Earlier in the year, I tested out a sewing pattern that produced one of my favourite dresses which I'm embarrassed to say I wear almost weekly. The pattern in question is Simplicity X Lisette 1419 and it contains two dresses with different collar and sleeve options as well as a jacket; on my first attempt, … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Simplicity X Lisette 1419 but Make it Halloween
February is Black History Month and throughout this month we have been sharing topics in order to share, educate and embrace figures from history who may not have gotten the recognition they deserved due to their skin colour. We have discussed iconic black figures who brought about significant change, vintage black celebrities who were iconic … Continue reading Modern Day Black Pinups You Should Know
February is Black History Month and on the blog every Wednesday we have been celebrating iconic African American figures. This week, I am excited to share with you some amazing vintage African American pinup models and burlesque performers from days gone by. When people think 'pinup' or 'burlesque', they often envision people like Bettie Page … Continue reading Vintage Black Pinup and Performers You Should Know
As February is Black History Month, every Wednesday this month we are looking back throughout history at some pioneers of black entertainment, Hollywood, pinup and burlesque. Last week we looked at historical figures of significance and today we set our sights onto Hollywood. Sharing a list of pioneers within Black Hollywood is such a monumental … Continue reading Black Hollywood Figures You Should Know
You know how the body is 75% water? Well, I'm basically 75% tea and the rest is glitter and anxiety. I drink a lot of tea; I'll drink it hot, cold with or without nut milk (don't laugh) and I've tried a lot of weird and wonderful brands and flavours. The first thing I do … Continue reading My Favourite Teas
Miss MonMon 