Gifts. Sometimes, like buses, they all seem to come at once. My lovely little pile of goodies above, however, weren’t birthday or Christmas gifts. They came out of the blue, from two friends made over the interweb. A vintage book … Continue reading
Tag Archives: vintage
pinnie parcel
I love getting stuff in the mail. Especially when it comes from one of the best vintage emporia around, Planet Utopia. I have no idea where Jay, proprietor of said emporium, sources this stuff. But let’s just say that Planet Utopia sells some … Continue reading
crewel world
What is it about vintage embroideries that make them so appealing? Is it the bright colours, the exuberant, usually floral, designs? Well, yes. It is. They just make my heart sing. I know the amount of work involved in them. I’ve … Continue reading
all wrapped up
Wrapping gifts is something that, for most of us, can be a bit of an afterthought. You buy a present for someone and even if you’ve spent ages choosing it, if you’re like me you’ll probably be rummaging in a cupboard … Continue reading
little treats
Treats make the world go round, don’t they? I don’t know how I’d manage without treats. They break up the monotony of normality. They make both people and occasions feel special. They motivate and reward. There are times when treating … Continue reading
top of the charts
Some years ago, when we had not been in our current home very long, we used to visit the local auctions at the Cattle Market. For anyone who doesn’t know Nottingham, the Cattle Market auctions can be an absolute treasure trove of (cheap) wonders. … Continue reading