Spare Some Coin Jewellery
In some circles jewellery is seen as portable wealth. Nomadic peoples, such as the Romany, had to carry their assets with them. Brits are fond of sovereign rings, which feature a gold coin… Continue reading
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Midweek Modness: Enamel Dove Brooch
Dig this crazy enamel dove pin. Doesn’t it convey a feeling of fun and peace? I wish I still had it because it’s a super stressful week, what with Gravestone Posse the Fringe,… Continue reading
Happy 75th Anniversary Lucite!
The plastic known as Lucite celebrates it’s 75th birthday this year. This clear thermoplastic (meaning it can be shaped) is also known as Perspex, Plexiglass or Acrylic Glass. One of the first jewelleries… Continue reading
Sidewalk Finds: Moderne Vase, Side Table and Umbrella Stand
Summer = Garage Sales = People who don’t want to haul stuff back into their houses = free stuff on the sidewalk. Pictured above are some of the useful and decorative items I… Continue reading
Retro Gilt Egyptian Coral and Lapis Pendant Brooch
I cannot resist ancient Egyptian-themed jewellery. I am not alone. I have owned pieces from Victorian to contemporary times that were made all over the world. When I bought this pendant/brooch, I could… Continue reading
Summer Skincare: Vichy Aqualia Thermal Aqua-Gel
As I mentioned last month, I went to the Vichy Health Cube to have my skin assessed. I knew that I, like most folks, have combination skin (dry with an oily t-zone). I… Continue reading
Four-Eyed Foursquare: Vintage Style Glasses
Mr. Andrew is in the market for new specs, so we’ve been spending a bit of time with opticians recently. I can’t help but notice that retro style frames are in. Especially circa-’80s… Continue reading
Midweek Modness: Dior-Style Lucerne Watch
Picked up this early 1970s knock-off of a Bulova for Christian Dior watch at the St. Lawrence market last Sunday (that’s it for my weekend haul, I swear). Compare the above with the… Continue reading
Victorian 9ct Gold Front Locket and Memorial Pin
I haven’t been hunting on eBay much lately. Partially because the pickings are not as good – it’s more dealers and less regular joes selling. Which means that everything is more expensive. And… Continue reading
I Found An Art: Inuit Carved Soapstone Seal
Found for $20 at The St Lawrence Market. I actually saw him there a couple of weekends ago and went specifically to retrieve him and an art deco necklace that I didn’t have… Continue reading