June 28, 2012

Vintage Fashion

My fellow vintage-loving friend lent me this book and I am thoroughly enjoying it!!  Especially after my thrifty find the other week (I ha...

June 27, 2012

Update on my Free Bunting Template and Tutorial

Using my bunting template I made some bunting for my nephew's first birthday party but chose an alternative method to the quick and e...

June 26, 2012

Canberra Etsy Seller: Handmade Flower Hair Pins

Added to my Etsy store today, an old favourite - my Camellia blossom Set.  Made from a lovely ivory satin - a remnant from a friends weddi...

June 22, 2012

My tools and Work In Progress

Just a glimpse into some of my work in progress and 'tools' I use to create my hair pieces.  I took this photo for the snazzy new ...

June 20, 2012

Handmade Gifts: Costume Jewellery

I don't usually make jewellery but made this necklace for my sister in law's birthday!  It was enjoyable making something complete...

June 18, 2012

Canberra Etsy Seller: Hand Beaded Hair Accessories

July's birthstone is ruby, so in honour of that I pulled out my ruby Swarovski crystals and made a sweet little hand-beaded fascinator...

June 15, 2012

J Crew Wish List

Featherweight Cardigan in warm Jade , it is even on sale with a special shipping of $20 flat rate to AU! woooo    Gorgeous talitha blou...

June 14, 2012

Oh Mabel Bed Linen

Gorgeous certified organic bed linen printed by hand from local business Oh Mabel !  Lovely designs inspired from vintage sheets and obvio...

June 13, 2012

Interior Inspiration: Upcycled Dining Table

My clever brother Jeremy made this dining table from perspex (find), left-over wood from the bathroom renovation he completed and a coupl...

June 12, 2012

Handmade Cream Fascinator Headband Hair Accessory

A beautiful mix of butter coloured feathers, vintage millinery leaves, lace and Swarovski pearls is being sent off to be photographed for ...

June 11, 2012

Long Weekend Crafting

Shaving cream art thanks to Play Create, Explore .  I pinned this idea on the weekend, something I knew Anya would enjoy.  I find these so...

June 8, 2012

Tambour Beading

+ Tambour beading is the centre piece behind French couture embroidery and was introduced into France in the 18th century.  I bought my...

June 5, 2012

French Artist Lyndie Dourthe

More amazing handmade flowers, these from French artist, Lyndie Dourthe .  It looks like they are made from nylon with hand painted touche...

June 4, 2012

Rockclimbing Expedition

Here is my little rock-climber waiting to take her first trip up the wall.  With some guidance and assurance from staff member Chris, An...

June 1, 2012

Hand Beaded Hair Piece

This is what I have been pouring most of my time into... some beautiful hand beaded bridesmaid hair pieces for one of my favourite custome...