Unveiling the Groove Independent record stores are havens for music lovers. They brim with the tangible magic of vinyl – the vibrant album art, the satisfying weight of a record in hand, some amazingly knowledgeable staff, and the thrill of unearthing a hidden gem. But for the uninitiated, navigating these havens can feel like deciphering a secret language. Fear not, aspiring … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Record Store Lingo, Etiquette, and Hidden Gems
Three ways to Saving Your Sounds Vinyl records offer a unique listening experience, but sometimes those precious discs can become warped due to heat, humidity, or improper storage. A warped record can cause your turntable's needle to skip or produce unwanted pops and crackles. But fear not, vinyl lovers! There are ways to flatten your … Continue reading A Guide to Flattening Warped Vinyl Records
If you were a cool kid in the early 2000's, theres a high chance to you would have owned something completely encrusted with rhinestones. Although that trend has left the real world, here in the vintage world, rhinestones still reign supreme and oh boy it's a sparkly life. Upon joining the vintage, burlesque and pinup … Continue reading How to bedazzle ANYTHING
Keeping Your Vinyl Groovin': Essential Storage Tips for Records Vinyl records offer a superior listening experience, but their delicate nature requires proper storage to ensure they stay in pristine condition for years to come. Here's a breakdown of key storage practices to keep your precious vinyl collection safe and sounding its best. Miss MonMon and her vinyl … Continue reading A Guide to Storing your Vinyl Records
Easy Ways to Show Support to Local Burlesque Artists and Support The Arts The alluring world of burlesque thrives on captivating performances, dazzling costumes, and the fierce confidence of its performers. But behind the glitz and glam lies a dedicated industry filled with passionate artists, producers, and venues. Like all industries, the burlesque community can only survive if supported and … Continue reading How to Support Your Local Burly Gang
No matter how much you look after something, sometimes accidents happen. As someone who's worn acrylic and resin jewellery for a very long time, it's safe to assume that over the years, some items of mine have broken. It should bring a tear of joy to your eye to know that acrylic jewellery can absolutely … Continue reading How to Fix Your Broken Acrylic Jewellery
Taming the Mane: Protecting Your Hair During Vintage Hair Styling Vintage hair styles, with their voluminous curls, intricate braids, and towering up dos, are undeniably glamorous and challenging. However, achieving these looks often involves teasing, backcombing, and copious amounts of hairspray, which can take a toll on your hair's health. Overtime, such styles, if done … Continue reading How to Protect Your Hair During Vintage Hair Styling
I sometimes love living vicariously through people and as I scroll social media, I love watching people shop holiday decorations and show what stores are selling. I find it fun to see all the new designs that come out and although I don't really need any new decorations, i accidentally fell in love with a … Continue reading Halloween Pom Pom Door Wreath – DIY Walmart Inspired
Although it's a little late, I've recently been getting more and more into house plants. Anyone on the same bandwagon knows that house plants can be fickle and super demanding with their comfort and needs, one of the most important being sunlight. Now I have a pretty dark house, it's not the best design to … Continue reading Retro Floral Mosaic Table DIY
Taming the Fade It's really common in the modern pinup realm to embrace bold and coloured hair. Many pinups turn it into their signature whilst other change it up frequently keeping their look fresh and fun. As I've recently discovered, dying your hair can be a transformative experience adding vibrancy and personality to your look. … Continue reading How to Keep Your Dyed Hair Looking Fresh
Red lipstick is iconically vintage and all things glamour but honestly, it can be a little bit temperamental. Whilst wearing a red lipstick, you want to feel fabulous and eating, drinking and general light canoodling can really take all the fizz out of your lusious red pout. Most red lipsticks are prone to smudging, bleeding, … Continue reading How to Make Your Red Lipstick Last Longer
We've done foam curlers, hair brushes and makeup bags, now let's wash some makeup brushes! We all know makeup brushes are essential for flawless application, but how often do we think about cleaning them? Honestly, I can be a bit of a germaphobe so I tend to clean my makeup brushes once a week which is … Continue reading How to Wash your Makeup Brushes
Caring for Your Vintage Treasures: A Guide to Washing True Vintage Bed Sheets Vintage bed sheets add a touch of history and charm to your bedroom, but they require special care to ensure their longevity. Unlike modern sheets, vintage textiles often date back decades and may be made from delicate materials like cotton, linen, or … Continue reading A Guide to Washing True Vintage Bed Sheets
Sweet Dreams Curls: Tips for Sleeping in Curlers Without Discomfort Dreaming of bouncy, voluminous vintage curls without the hassle of heat styling? Or perhaps your hair is like mine and does not respond to heat curling at all? Sleeping in curlers can be a great way to achieve those coveted waves without damaging your hair. … Continue reading Tips for Making Sleeping in Curlers Comfortable
As soon as I learn I am going to be travelling for a holiday, I instantly start planning all the outfits I wish to sew despite knowing I will never have enough time. Although I've been there before, I recently got offered a chance to travel back to Club Med in the Maldives (see my … Continue reading Sewing a Retro Beach Playsuit – Butterick 6354
I've been shopping with Erstwilder for over a decade and over the years, I've loved watching the brand grow, expand, being one of their models and of course, seeing the stunning jewellery pieces they release. Erstwilder, and similar jewellery brands such as Deer Arrow and Lipstick and Chrome, release a fair amount of collections every … Continue reading How to Survive Brooch Release Day with Erstwilder
Rediscovering the Joy of Your Childhood Passions Somewhere along the path to adulthood, we often shelve the carefree joys of childhood. Responsibilities pile up, priorities shift, and the activities that once sparked pure excitement get pushed aside. But what if the key to a happier, more fulfilling life lies in revisiting those forgotten passions? Embracing … Continue reading Why Reconnecting with Childhood Passions Can Boost Your Mental Wellbeing
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