I May Have A Small Watch Addiction
Sorry if I’ve been a lazy blogger. I’ve been working on some well-researched and thoughtful posts, but mostly its been too hot to concentrate on much more than work I am paid to… Continue reading
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Old School Shampoo
I was talking to my friend and fellow blogger The Office Bride last week and she told me that her mom used to wash her hair in beer to give it extra shine… Continue reading
1895 Wedgwood Cameo Ring
Most people think of tableware when they thing of the pottery concern that Josiah Wedgwood started 1759. But the company, over the years, also produced plaques and medallions that were often turned into… Continue reading
Sketchtorialist: Touched By The Hand of Noel Fielding
We (AK and I) met Noel Fielding at Just For Laughs Toronto. I went up, introduced myself and Andrew. I said we were big fans and then I said “That is all.” What… Continue reading
I’ve Been Airbrushed!
On Tuesday, I had my first ever experience with airbrushed makeup. I was getting headshots taken by the lovely and talented photographer Alexis Finch, with makeup by the lovely and talented Jeannine Charles… Continue reading
The Most Beautiful Ring In The World
This Edwardian rock crystal and (maybe) sapphire 14K white gold ring is now officially the most beautiful piece of jewellery I have. I have searched the internet over and have not found its… Continue reading
Find Of The Month: Edwardian 10K Seed Pearl Bar Pin
I found so many fabulous things in June that it was very hard to come up with just one Find of the Month. But this pretty little bar pin wins because: 1. I… Continue reading
My Oldest Bijou: Georgian Pearl and Paste Ring
I am by no means an accredited antique jewellery appraiser, but my research leads me to believe that the ring pictured above is from the late Georgian (1714 and 1830) or Regency period.… Continue reading
I Found An Art: Wounded Loon
First let me say that the only reason I’ve been frequenting the Value Village and Salvation Army this week is to drop off donations. I am trying to be getting rid of things,… Continue reading
Why Dive Watches Are So Cool
Check out my vintage deep sea diving watch collection. Aren’t they sexy? Of course, you probably shouldn’t actually try to scuba in a 40-year-old watch. The seals and stuff that make them waterproof… Continue reading