There's a wonderful moment in life when you realise you have free will and can do whatever you want in your own house. I had this revelation a few years ago and have unleashed my inner child upon my house and have started creating a cosy, safe, fun and colourful home. Honestly, it's been super … Continue reading Making a Gallery Wall for my Vintage Sewing Room
This blog post is one I now really look forward to writing every year as it gives me a great chance to reflect on all the wonderful projects I have made over the course of an entire year. 2024 was an incredible year for projects and sticking to some personal goals, such as those found … Continue reading Everything I made in 2024 – Sewing Recap
When I first made a dress using Advance 9077 from The Vintage Pattern Company back in May, I knew it would soon become a pattern obsession if I didn't reign in my desires. Well, turns out I could survive a few months before I absolutely had to make it again and my cottage core heart … Continue reading Sewing Cottage Core Dreams – Advance 9077
I've always had a soft spot for all things cottage core as I love the softness and romanticism of the style. For cottage core dresses, lots of gathers and layers is generally key and despite me loving all the parts of cottage core fashion, I've never really delved into making my own garments. For a … Continue reading Sewing a Cottage Core Camellia Dress using Vintage Advance 9077
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
Back in May, I wrote up a review of the Peony Blush Dress from Teuta Matoshi which is a stunning Grace Kelly Princess fantasy gown that we all fell in love with. Since posting, I've had a few messages regarding fit of other Teuta Matoshi styles. It just so happens that I have a few … Continue reading Garden in the Sky Dress from Teuta Matoshi Review
One thing I love about Instagram, is the wide range of people it has allowed me to connect it. Every time I log on and scroll through my feed, I am constantly floored by all the creativity, talent and uniqueness that people post out into the world. As I've been exploring my love of sewing, … Continue reading Daisy Bow Dress from Victoria K Designs Review
I'm sure I'm not the only one who starts a dress, puts it down halfway through and then forget's about it for absolute ages. It's easy to get overwhelmed with new fabrics and patterns and some projects just get left behind; this is my story with Butterick 6322. I started this dress in 2016, yes … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Butterick 6322 by Gertie
As much as I love the glamour life, there's always been a part of my soul that's drawn to cottages, dusty libraries, and cardigans with matching skirts. I suppose the kids these day call this sort of aesthetic "dark academia" or a variation of "cottage core". This yearning for a simpler lifestyle with a deeper … Continue reading Ecosusi Vintage Inspired Bag Review
We are officially in spring meaning all the flowers are in bloom, I'm becoming addicted to hay fever tablets and I can dress aggressively floral. Spending time amongst the new season flowers is always a highlight of Spring and I try to be outside as much as I can to enjoy the simplicity of natures … Continue reading That’s a Wrap – Chasing the Cherry Blossoms