Breathing New Life into Vintage Jewellery: A Guide to Safe and Effective Cleaning Vintage jewelry carries a unique charm, whispering stories of bygone eras. But with age comes the inevitable accumulation of dust, grime, and tarnish. Restoring those treasures to their former glory requires careful cleaning, ensuring their longevity and preserving their historical value. Photo … Continue reading How to Clean Your Vintage Jewellery
Brooches are a timeless accessory, adding a touch of vintage charm, elegance and personality to any outfit. But those sharp pins can leave unwanted marks on your beloved garments, which as a vintage enthusiast can be really scary and off-putting. Fear not! Here are some tips to enjoy you brooches without damaging your clothes: Choose … Continue reading Pinning Perfection: How to Wear Brooches Without Ruining Your Vintage Clothes
Those of us lucky enough to call Western Australia home know that the delightfully tropical holiday destination of Bali is only a three and a half hour flight away. This makes it especially tempting for a cheeky weekend getaway which is how I found myself there earlier in the month. A little while ago, my … Continue reading I took a Silver Jewellery Class in Ubud Bali – WS Art Studio
We all live in a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine, A YELLOW SUBMARINE! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcNdkkpBiRS/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= There's something special that happens when Sarsparilly collaborates with licensed companies; we've already been spoilt by a Peanuts, Care Bears and Pusheen and now, Sarsparilly has done it again. It has to be something really exciting for me to squeal with … Continue reading Sarsparilly Yellow Submarine Collection Review – Part One
Grab your fruit salad and jump into the big red car because Erstwilder has collaborated with iconic Aussie kids entertainment group, The Wiggles! Now my partner was a huge Wiggles fan growing up and because he doesn't read my blogs, I'm free to share that his childhood dream was to become the 5th member of … Continue reading Erstwilder X The Wiggles Collection
One of the things I really admire about Erstwilder is their willingness to work and collaborate with local and international artists. I tell you what, if I ever learn how to properly draw, I will definitely hope that one day Erstwilder notices me and wants to turn my scribbles into brooches. But not today, today, … Continue reading Jocelyn Proust X Erstwilder Collection
The last time Erstwilder released an Art Nouveau collection (back in June 2020), it sold out within minutes so it's a no-brainer that Erstwilder should revisit this collection and extend it. Well, here we are today at the cusp of a brand new collection inspired by the previous Art Nouveau collection but with a few … Continue reading Erstwilder Art Nouveau 2021 Collection
When I first found out about the Erstwilder and Hello Kitty collection, I could hear my nine-year-old self screaming madly with pure joy. I definitely went through a major Hello Kitty phase and my entire study desk was covered in Hello Kitty merchandise some of which I still have (I will never get rid of … Continue reading Erstwilder X Hello Kitty Collection Review
It's time to kick of the new year with a brand new Erstwilder collection and how lucky am I that it's my favourite theme, flowers. I have more floral brooches than any other theme and I still collect and purchase new ones. I don't know why, I just love them, find them easy to style … Continue reading Erstwilder A Floral Affair Review
When I first caught wind that Erstwilder will be releasing a collection in collaboration with Peanuts, I squealed very loudly in front of the computer out of pure joy. I absolutely love Peanuts; I love the characters, the art style, the stories and how relatable the characters are. But of course, I absolutely adore Snoopy … Continue reading Erstwilder Peanuts Collection Review
Last year, Erstwilder released one of their most coveted collections ever; the Erstwilder X Pete Cromer collection which sold out in record time and they pieces are still highly sought after today. It was a no-brainer for Erstwilder to come back this year with a brand new collaboration with the artistic master but release both … Continue reading Erstwilder X Pete Cromer Collection 2020
I know, deep in my heart, spooky season is all year around but I've slowly started listening to my Halloween music and watching my Halloween movies more openly. There's nothing better than spooky season; this year will be a little bit more crazy for me but oh my goodness has the new Erstwilder Halloween collection … Continue reading Erstwilder X Kitschy Witch Halloween Collection 2020
Continuing down the nostalgia road, Daisy Jean has released another magical collection full of childhood memories. Released in 1986, Labyrinth was a musical fantasy film directed by Jim Henson, with George Lucas as executive producer, based upon conceptual designs by Brian Froud. It follows the tale of teenage Sarah journeys through a maze to recover her baby … Continue reading Daisy Jean Labyrinth Collection
I'm pretty sure this is going to get a lot of people super excited and hit by a wave of nostalgia but oh my goodness, Erstwilder just released a Care Bears collaboration collection! For me, the best part of this collection was being asked to photograph it with my pinup bestie, Miss Vintage Orchid and … Continue reading Erstwilder Care Bears Collection Review
So living in Austraia, we have quite a slow shipping system meaning that by being a part of a subscription service like this, everything arrives a month late. In saying that, let's crack open our December Redbird Vintage Box and see what amazing goodies we got inside! https://youtu.be/LaLkloS57Wg For those that may be unaware what … Continue reading Redbird Vintage Box – December Unboxing
To fully wrap up spooky season, we can finally open and unbox October's Redbird Vintage box! It finally arrived on my doorstep and I couldn't be more excited to open it up. https://youtu.be/NtBocQFGTHM For those that may be unaware what a Redbird Vintage Box is, it’s a monthly subscription company run by two vintage-loving sisters and … Continue reading Redbird Vintage Box – October Unboxing
It's the time of year where I can blast 'The Monster Mash' and dance my little twist dance to it without too many weird looks but with the release of Erstwilder's new Halloween collection... ITS OFFICIALLY SPOOKY SEASON! For your own audio pleasure https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOFCQ2bfmHw Ok now that we've estalished that I should never take control … Continue reading Erstwilder In The Shadows Collection Review
It's time for another round of brand new Erstwilder brooches to be released! Today the new Fan Favourites collection is up on the Erstwilder website and there are some very special pieces which I can't wait to share with you all. The Fan Favorites collection is a re-release of previous designs but redone in a new … Continue reading Erstwilder – Fan Favourites Collection