I’ve written a guest post on my Top 10 Tips for Vintage Shopping over at BestofYou, full of my best advice on things to think about and how to be a great vintage hunter. I can’t think of a better time to share my recent trip to vintage heaven, the Stockholm Vintagemässa 2016. Stockholm Vintage fair is […]
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Stockholm Vintagemässa
On the 30th of April Stockholm’s vintage fair is kicking off again. I went last year but never shared the photos (I blame having too much fun) But, this way you can know what to expect if you are planning to go! I went with Linnéa, a fellow vintage aficionado and my Mr. Miyagi when it comes to knitting. […]
Carved 1920’s Bakelite
A throwback to February for a simple outfit where this true vintage treasure is the star! This turn of the century pendant is made from some of the first plastic, bakelite. It’s highly collectable, funny considering how most people feel about plastic these days! This is truly one of my most precious pieces of jewellery. […]
The Fashion of Gustav Klimt
Gustav Klimt is an artist who’s work has always been very inspirational to me. The patterns, textures and graphic shapes in the paintings perfectly accompany his soft portraits. You can imagine my delight in discovering that the clothing that played such an part of his paintings actually existed! I’ll give you a quick re cap of the story […]
Hand Lotion…& Other Stories
Denim Dress: Altered second hand, Leather belt; vintage, Sunlight; about god damn time Sorry for the mini pause; I have been a busy busy bee this spring, but not too worry. This blogger is back in (unpaid-)business with big plans, all to be revealed in due time! We all need some intrigue in life, right? […]
Spring Thrift Haul
Where I live there is an beloved second hand store that has been my favourite since I discovered clutch bags and dangling necklaces there ten years ago. It was where I found my love for searching or treasures through piles of other people’s old belongings. Unfortunately thrifting for vintage and second hand items has become […]
Spring Denim
Spring is here and I have the jeans to prove it! I have rummaged around various thrift stores searching for the perfect light denim to wear with plimsols, loose tees and freckles in the warmer weather. All I seem to find has either been of the mom-jeans variety (which I have been known to rock […]
How to Thrift for DIY Supplies
Thrift Wisely Build with Basics – I tend to stock up on basics like descent ribbon (grosgrain, cotton and velvet), cheap but good quality fabric (cotton, silk, interesting patterns), tools and supplies (different type of needles, eyelets, hooks, stamps etc) items with plain surfaces (to paint on) glass-jars and so forth. As long as I […]
Wintery Mints
Saturday morning was started off at a gym class with my overly perky mother. I have no clue how me and my brother came to be born to such morning people. After showers we headed out to get one of my christmas gifts. Yarn! I know, I know, there has been a lot of knitting […]
Autumn family outing
Last month the whole family decided to take an outing to Moderna Museet to see the Jeff Koons show. We made a day of it, going for lunch after viewing a few too many modern artworks. Skeppsholmen, the island the museum is on, was beautifully autumnal with the ground glowing orange from fallen leaves. Perfect […]
Birthday Bouquet
It was my mother’s birthday this weekend, so after obligatory cake breakfast, we headed out to a gorgeous garden center called Slottsträdgården Ulriksdal to get some flowers for the garden. They had a pick-your-own garden, for both vegetables and for flowers. And what better excuse for picking your own bouquet than for a birthday! I […]
Frock ‘n’ Roll
About a week ago I stumbled into one of Reading’s only descent vintage stores; Frock & Roll. It’s a small shop located on my regular route between my house and the town center, so I have no excuse not to go in on a more regular basis! Prices vary around 12 – 30 odd pounds, […]