Happy Robbie Burns Day!
Earlier this week, I found this pillow cover depicting the poet Robbie Burns‘ cottage. It is a print which was embroidered by my not Scottish grandmother, which means she would not have got… Continue reading
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Plastic Week: Leather Purse, Synthetic Handles
To me, one of the attractions of vintage plastics is the joy designers took in pairing natural and unnatural materials. I don’t think they over thought it or anything — plastic, leather and… Continue reading
Pink Point Blanket
This week, I’ve been working on a lot of repair projects: Reupholstering my office chair, repairing some jewels and finally framing a bunch of prints (and hanging up other arts). Last weekend, I… Continue reading
Fabric Finds
I admit to being in the January doldrums. And I admit to indulging in some retail therapy to help me get through it all. Lately I find myself more attracted to soft, comfy… Continue reading
Champions: Club Monaco Sweater Cape
Wanted to take this opportunity to remind you to take advantage of the post Christmas markdowns. I am on a clothing fast, so I won’t tempt myself, but I will take this opportunity… Continue reading
Pretty Print
My mumsy gave me this gorgreous vintage fabric. It has reinspired me to have some clothing made for me. I have a blouse that I absolutely adore and I’m going to have it… Continue reading
Golden Globes Girls: Mamet, Dunham and Williams
The 2013 Golden Globes show was fun — hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler were great, the show ran on time and there were just enough unpredictable moments to keep you interested. The… Continue reading
Dries Van Noten Boomerang Dress
I found this Dries van Noten bias cut gown at the Salvation Army in Kitchener about eight years ago. I bought it for my niece Sarah to wear to her grade eight graduation.… Continue reading
Thrifty Shifts
I found these three dresses at the Value Village in Kitchener last weekend. Technically, none of them are shifts (a simple short, usually sleeveless, above-the-knee dress with a fitted bust and straight or… Continue reading
Mirror in the Bathroom: Mix and Match
Here’s some recent acquisitions worn two ways. The top row shows my Simply Vera thrift shop find with a professional lady-type cashmere camel coat that I found last December at Shoney’s in Kensington… Continue reading