Category Archive: Material Issue

Vintage Benchmade Crossbody Bag

In the purse world, the last decade seems to have been dominated by impractical oversized handbags and clutches. Which is why I’ve been on the hunt for a hands-free option. I’ve noticed more… Continue reading

Midweek Modness: Abstract Hooked Rug

I’ve always wanted a handmade hooked rug. I appreciate their sturdiness as well as the hours of labour that must go into each little carpet. And I admire the Resourcefulness of the happy… Continue reading

Even More Liberty: Tilley Endurables Liberty of London Fabric Blouse

Not everything that I brought home on the weekend was from the Trinity Bellwoods Yard Sale. Some of it came from the Hillcrest community yard sale. Like this Tilley Endurables blouse made from… Continue reading

Thai One On: Vintage Silk Blouse

Inspired by the 1960s Thai dress my sister-in-law and her sister got for their birthday, I found myself purchasing this hot pink printed silk blouse. The label reads “Jim Thompson, The Thai Silk… Continue reading

The Weekend Before Last Weekend’s Finds

Catching up on some recent acquisitions from the CAFTCAD Movie Wardrobe Sale. Only got three things but they are all good. Above is a $10 broomstick dress with a peacock feather print. On… Continue reading

Neat Sheets: Vintage Vera

Look what I found at the Value Village – A vintage Vera Neumann top sheet. It has a few holes, so I plan to use it for the fabric. Still, I am pleased… Continue reading

What I Wore: Last Week it Was Cold and Rainy

Oh Canada. One day it’s a damp, miserable grey day. The next it’s hot and humid. That’s why it’s good to have some awkward, in-between weather pieces like this Simply Vera by Vera… Continue reading

Midweek Modness: Print Fine Vintage

My niece was in town last week. We were wandering past Print Fine Vintage where we these two knit pieces in the window. The ’20s and the ’70s were good times for knits.… Continue reading

Lost and Found: Vintage Kid Leather Gloves

True story. My friend and colleague Tracy Ho Lung called me over to her desk last week and told me that she found a box with my name on it while cleaning out… Continue reading

My First Hermès Scarf

Who’s the baboushka? I’m the baboushka! Or as I prefer, hot matron in a Brides de gala dip dye scarf. This is also a rare opportunity to share with the world a look… Continue reading

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