Several months back, I was walking around an outlet shopping centre and I waddled into Bed Bath and Table. Yes, here in Oz, we don't get to go beyond the Bed and Bath, just to the table. In saying that, Bed Bath and Table have some of the cutest and nicest holiday decorations, which I … Continue reading Upcycling an Easter Door Wreath
This year, I've set myself a few sewing/crafting goals; one of which is to complete a few abandoned projects. In a box somewhere in my garage, I have a graveyard of incomplete projects as well as parts of broken items that need to be fixed which leads me to today's post. In the box is … Continue reading Making a PomPom Valentine’s Day Wreath
Originally being scooped out of a 'end of season' sales bin, I've had my Christmas stockings for a few years and I still absolutely love them. They may not be overly decorated or festive, but they work well in our home and the colours are cute and soothing. Last year, I wanted to find a … Continue reading Easy No-Sew Embroidered Monogram Stockings
Nostalgic Ceramic Christmas Trees and their Enduring Appeal The twinkling lights, the fragrant scent of pine, the colorful ornaments – Christmas trees are a cornerstone of holiday cheer. But nestled amongst the baubles and tinsel lies a unique decoration with a surprisingly rich history: the ceramic Christmas tree. The ceramic Christmas tree, also now known as the Nostalgia Ceramic … Continue reading A Glowing Tradition: The History of Ceramic Christmas Tree Decorations
Deck the Halls with Vintage Charm: Where to Find Unique Retro Christmas Decorations For many, Christmas decorations are more than just ornaments and lights; they're a way to connect with the past, evoke cherished memories, and create a nostalgic atmosphere. If you're looking to escape the mass-produced plastic and embrace the charm of vintage Christmas, … Continue reading Where to Buy Vintage Christmas decorations
According to the radio, it's the most wonderful time of the year but I know for many of us right now, we are riding the struggle bus. This year I wanted to sew at least one garment per month to keep myself active and hopefully use it as a means to stay focused and creative. … Continue reading Sewing my Christmas Dress for 2023 with Snoopy Fabric and Vogue 9100
I sometimes get worried when I receive a message from a friend saying "I saw this and thought of you" as it really could mean a lot of things; the other week I received two different images/illustrations of a lady with a towering mini Christmas tree on her head. Oh my gosh I can see … Continue reading Making a Vintage Christmas Tree Hat – 1950’s Festive Crafting
Is this really where my life has lead me to? A giant mayonnaise snow man? I think I took a wrong turn somewhere... https://youtu.be/gf6k9MI7QNE Well it's time for another dose of vintage cooking adventures and to celebrate the start of the festive season, we will be making a 1960's Frosty The Slaw Man which is … Continue reading Frosty The Slaw Man – Vintage Christmas Cooking Adventures
We all know that vintage jelly recipes leave a lot to be desired; many are more of a miss than a hit (don't even get me started on some of the recipes I've started... eww), but I've been asked repeatedly since last Christmas to try out some vintage recipes. So here we are, one year … Continue reading Making a Vintage Christmas Jelly
Earlier this year, I was helping my dad clean out a part of his old shed to make some room for a new shelving unit, deep at the back I pulled out a strange shaped object and it took me a minute before I realised what it was, my grandmother's old Christmas tree. When my … Continue reading Cleaning my Grandmother’s Christmas Tree
After the failure of this years Halloween wreath and last years questionable festive wreath, I thought, "why not give it all another go?". I went straight onto Martha Stewarts website as she is the queen of homely decorations and I found her tutorial for a Christmas village wreath which I fell in love with. You … Continue reading I tried making a Christmas Village Wreath
It's the most wonderful time of the year so I invite you all to grab some hot tea, snuggle up on the couch, light the Christmas tree and enjoy some of the best vintage Christmas movies of all time. These movies are full of fun, fabulous fashions, wonderful songs and heartfelt moment. Many of these … Continue reading Top Vintage Christmas Movies to Watch this Season
As we all start putting out our festive decorations, we may start thinking about what gifts to put under our trees. It's not always easy to think of the perfect gift so I thought I'd put together a wide sampling of gift ideas incase you were after something special for the vintage lover, or pinup, … Continue reading Gift Ideas for Vintage Ladies and Pinup Pals
As I'm blasting a wide range of Christmas songs in my house and singing along, I can't help but feel that this is the greatest time for crafting. Stores are filled to the brim with all sorts of weird and wonderful things that you can use to create yourself a customized Christmas. As a vintage … Continue reading Vintage Festive Crafts: Door Wreath and Tree Cup
I love the holidays as it's a chance to do lots of fun things, decorate your house and spend time with those you love. Of course, it should come to no shock at all, but I love putting a vintage flare onto most holidays, but what do you do if you want a true vintage … Continue reading Have Yourself a Vintage Little Christmas
Season's greetings to you all! This year, I am inviting you in to join me as I decorate my vintage-inspired pink Christmas tree. This is nothing elaborate or fancy, but just incase you need some company as you decorate your own house, I'm here for you. https://youtu.be/lInYbmDE0Bk Note: This is not a sponsored post. All … Continue reading Decorating my Vintage Inspired Pink Christmas Tree
Tis the season to embrace all things vintage, kitschy and Christmas! As most of us start decorating our homes for the holiday season, it's a great time to decorate in a way that suits our personal and unique tastes. I personally love checking out people's Christmas tree's and Christmas rooms on Instagram especially when there … Continue reading How to Have a Vintage Christmas