Checking out a Studio Ghibli themed Cafe in Mapo-gu, Seoul It's no secret that I'm a huge Ghibli fan; having a deep love of the films, their characters and stories and even starting a mini sewing series based on the Ghibli characters, when I heard there was a Kiki's Delivery Service themed cafe in Seoul, … Continue reading Kiki’s Delivery Service Themed Cafe in Seoul; Koriko Cafe Review
It's no secret that I am on a fabric-buying ban and am trying to work my way through my fabric stash. The funny thing about a fabric stash is that depending on who is looking at it, you can tell if they sew or not. Those friends of mine who do not sew look at … Continue reading Saved from the Fabric Stash; Sewing an Alice in Wonderland Dress with Vogue 9100
I've always been a reader so whenever I develop a new skill, passion or interest, I try to find the best books on the subject. Although I've read a lot of books about pinup, burlesque and biographies of iconic Hollywood figures, I still have people asking if I have books I'd recommend to those also … Continue reading 8 Books about Pinup You Should Read
Following my delightful experience of creating a Barbie themed dress using the Very Easy Vogue 9100 a few weeks back, I knew that this pattern would become my next go-to. After being invited to my darling friends baby shower and hearing that the theme was May Gibbs, (a classic Australian children's author known for creating … Continue reading Sewing an Aussie Themed Baby Shower Dress using Vogue 9100
Clear Your Space, Clear Your Mind: How Decluttering Can Boost Your Mental Health Most of us in the pinup, retro and vintage sphere will know the feeling of having overflowing wardrobes, way too many shoes and accessories as well as heaps of petticoats, stockings and more. It gets a little overwhelming and most of us … Continue reading Decluttering for Mental Clarity
It's officially spooky season and I'm honestly a little bit in struggle town. At this current point in time I feel like I'm barely keeping my head above water so although I had a massive Halloween sewing project planned (actually I'v been trying to compete it for over 2 years), I've decided to go easy … Continue reading Sewing Cute Retro Halloween Separates; Butterick 6354
Yes yes yes, I know I just posted about this pattern literally a month ago but there is method in the madness. If you remember back to this post, I discussed going down south to the lovely town of Denmark and spending a weekend alone in a gorgeous little cabin in the woods where I … Continue reading Cosy Sewing: Pumpkins, Big Bows and Cosy Nights
A quote I've always enjoyed is "not all who wonder are lost" as it gives me a sense of grounding as I try to navigate life. I also know that I have no sense of direction and tend to get lost easily but sometimes, when I am walking around lost I find some amazing things. … Continue reading Deja Vu Vintage Singapore Review
There's nothing quite like a holiday; a chance to take a break, explore, indulge and get away from the daily grind. Unfortunately, like most good things, they are over too soon and it's back to reality at the blink of an eye. Coming home from a holiday can often lead to the 'post-travel blues', a … Continue reading How to Beat the Post-Travel Blues
For Part One, please go here. https://youtu.be/Y2s5TdPbySY Most of these products will be available from YesStyle which is where I shop for all my kbeauty needs. I do have an affiliate code MONMON8 which you can feel free to use for an extra discount upon checkout. Please note you are under no obligation to use this code, … Continue reading My HUGE Kbeauty Skincare Haul from South Korea – Part 2
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that as soon as someone knows you like to sew, they will ask you to hem or make them something. I often get asked if I could just "whip up" a dress for someone for an event they are having and unfortunately I will most of the time turn … Continue reading Sewing Miss Lexi Heart a Rockabilly Pageant dress using Charm’s L’Amour Dress
Sometimes as a sewing enthusiast, you find the perfect pairing between fabric and sewing pattern. This is one of those times. Within my fabric stash, I have some fabrics that have had a pre-assigned sewing pattern to them and it's really just a matter of time before I get around to sewing them. I've been … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review; Simplicity 9296
One of the most iconic ball gown styles from the 1950s is the cupcake gown; generally named due to the ruffles adorning the dress, this ball gown style was very popular for special occasions such as proms, weddings and evening dresses. Today, cupcake gowns are still highly sought after and something a lot of vintage … Continue reading Sewing a Vintage Cupcake Gown using Liz Dress Pattern
Here I am again, outing myself on the internet with my disgusting makeup bag. I'm on a bit of a decluttering, redecorating and deep cleaning binge where I go around my house and deep clean, reorganise and decorate certain things in my house. One such item that I've been wanting to deep clean for ages … Continue reading How to Wash Your Makeup Bag
Earlier in the year, I was in beautiful Singapore with a friend. If you've ever been, you will know that Singapore is a shoppers paradise and although I'm not a huge shopper myself, I certainly took the opportunity to indulge in a little retail therapy. This retail therapy has resulted in a little Singapore haul … Continue reading True Vintage and Retro Inspired Singapore Shopping Haul
Sewing Simplicity X Lisette 1419 Lately I have had a lot on my plate so when I got the opportunity to go down south to the charming town of Denmark to celebrate a dear friends birthday, I was really excited for the chance. I've always loved the idea of owning a cottage in the woods … Continue reading Cosy Sewing; Autumal Gingham, Fireplaces and Audiobooks
The quest continues to find a lipstick refill to fit my vintage lipstick compact; it's time to once again gather the horses and ride at dawn. For Part One, click here. https://youtu.be/loxBA3mKi1I When we last embarked on the quest to find a lipstick refill for my vintage lipstick canister, I was in Canberra and determined … Continue reading The Quest to Refill a Vintage Lipstick Compact; Part II
As soon as the weather starts to turn chilly and the golden brown leaves start leaving a blanket cover over a lawn, it is time for us cottage core girls to don our linen and run through a glen. Cottage core is a romanticised idea of slow living and pays homage to land workers, cottage … Continue reading Phoenix Dress from Linennaive Review – Cottage Core Vibes