double take!

I hope you’re not all starred-out after Christmas, but I just had to post a quick picture or two of Junette Bay’s paper version of the fabric stars I have been making this Christmas. I brought some with me to … Continue reading

hello from ada bea!

Hello, my name is Ada Bea and I’m a Vintage Sheet Addict! Oh dear, that’s perhaps not the best way to introduce myself! Actually, I’m not just a Vintage Sheet Addict, I’m a 1970s wallpaper addict too! I’ve amassed quite a … Continue reading

afternoon tea

We got out the best china this afternoon. My sister made mince pies. We ate them with brandy cream, Earl Grey tea, mini pavs, choc rolls (for the kids) and homemade shortbread. On the deck. With a view of the … Continue reading

pretty things … ninainvorm

I am a complete sucker for anything lovely which cleverly combines old and new, so fell hook, line and sinker for the adorable ceramics created by Nina Van de Goor. Ninainvorm is the beautiful etsy shop stocked with vintage ceramics which have been adorned … Continue reading

festive mulled fruit trifle

Hello there, I’m back again.  I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to New Year. I’m going to keep my promise today and share my recipe for mulled fruit trifle.  It’s simply delicious, if I do say so myself!  This trifle makes … Continue reading

happy vintage christmas!