Plastic Week: Laminated Bangles
Today, they say, is Blue Monday — the most depressing day of the year. So I thought I’d bring some cheer by showing off these bright and colourful laminated plastic bangles. They are… Continue reading
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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
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
All New Review: 527 Glue
When hunting for jewels and other vintage things, I often come across pieces that need a little extra love and I can’t resist bringing them home so that I can make them wearable… 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
Do Over: Amethyst Bracelets
I was cleaning up my jewellery drawer when I came across these two amethyst bracelets that I made about four and five years ago. The one on top is a marriage between a… Continue reading
Crystal Ball and Serious Coin
More random thrift shop finds. Neither of these pieces have great monetary value or a rich design history, but they both amuse me. First is the rock crystal pendant which hangs from a… Continue reading
Los Castillo Pouch
I got this Los Castillo pouch in a bag of old jewellery boxes that I bought at the Value Village ages ago. This may be the closest I ever get to owning an… Continue reading
Paulette’s Original Chicken and Donuts
Paulette’s Original Chicken and Donuts is a newish place in Leslieville. It is pretty much as the name describes — you can go there and buy some fried chicken or some fried dough.… Continue reading
Santa’s Workshop: Puppy Tree Ornament
My mom put up her tree last weekend. She still hangs ornaments we made as kids, including this ’lil polka dot dog I made as a youth. This little rag doll doggie is… Continue reading