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
Following on from our previous review, today we are looking at three more garments from one of my favourite vintage reproduction stores, Heart My Closet. At this point I have quite the collection of dresses from Heart My Closet hanging in my closet. It still is a company I will continue to support and shop … Continue reading Heart My Closet Dress Review
After how much I enjoyed the last brisket we made together, I thought it's only fair if we do it all over again but this time use a 1950's recipe. Every decade has foods that become trendy, I know we have all been bombarded by avocado toast and Nutella and the 50's were no different. … Continue reading Making a 1950’s Coca Cola Brisket
WE GOT THE RABI!! It's been a while since I last tested out a vintage recipe and although I have a whole list of things I will one day cook, today I was inspired by none other than the Marvellous Mrs Maisel and I decided to try out her famous brisket. In the show, the … Continue reading I made the official Mrs Maisel’s famous Brisket
Yep, you read that correctly, today I am reviewing Mrs Maisel toothpaste because my blog is really taking off.... In all fairness, it's just a little fun and as Midge Maisel is my official new favourite fictional person, I don't mind testing out something a little out of the ordinary. Now you may be wondering, … Continue reading Mrs Maisel Marvis Toothpaste Review
It's that lovely time of year where you are free to relax, indulge and binge watch your favourite tv shows. If you're anything like me, I love a tv show based in the 40's and 50's so I can enjoy the fashion and styling along with hopefully a great storyline, awesome characters and fun moments. … Continue reading Vintage inspired TV shows worth a binge
As the excitement grows for my upcoming nuptials, I've spent many hours browsing the internet and soaking in as much vintage wedding prettiness as I possibly can. Planning a vintage style wedding is quite a challenge but the best part is checking out all the wonderful wedding stylings from the past. To share my excitement, … Continue reading My Favourite Wedding Gowns – From History and Film
**Please Note: since the release of this review, it has been drawn to my attention that Retro Stage has been engaging in unethical practices. Customers have not been receiving their orders and all attempts at corespondance has fallen on deaf ears. Furthermore, pinups have had their photos used to promote a dress of Retro Stage … Continue reading Retro Stage Mrs Maisel Dress Review Part 2
**Please Note: since the release of this review, it has been drawn to my attention that Retro Stage has been engaging in unethical practices. Customers have not been receiving their orders and all attempts at corespondance has fallen on deaf ears. Furthermore, pinups have had their photos used to promote a dress of Retro Stage … Continue reading Retro Stage Mrs Maisel Dress Review Part 1
On a flight home from Sydney, I discovered the wonderful tv show "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel". I instantly fell in love with her personality, attitudes and of course, her wardrobe. I gasped many a time throughout my on-flight binge at some of her fabulous dresses and knew I had to recreate as many as I could and … Continue reading Mrs. Maisel and Heart My Closet Review