Queen Amidala/1940s inspiration

January 23rd, 2010 § 0

I happened to stumble across something very intersting whilst researching 1940s clothing/movie costumes. It is a front cover of a 1940s paper doll book (see below), if you are an avid star wars fan you will instantly see the similarities with the costume on the furthest right and with the ‘red invasion costume’ worn by Queen Amidala in episode one of Star Wars! Even if you arent a fan, I’m sure you could see the similarities also! Unfortunately after researching Queen Amidala’s costumes I found that someone else had also spotted this similarity. Alas I am not disheartened that I didnt stumble across this great find first but just appreciative that my memory of movies and costume is alive and kicking! I thought since Queen Amidala’s costumes are so amazing I would share my favorites with you!

glam40slrg-157-327tI used to think this one below was my favorite because it was so light and fluffy…

parade1But I now like this one much better. Far more detail and so unearthly!

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Grace Kelly

January 19th, 2010 § 0

One of my favorite things to do in London is to go to the Victoria and Albert Museum. They regularly have tremendous exhibitions, I’d say some of the best in London. The last time I went there, they had the Anthology of Hats by Stephen Jones who is a prominent hat designer from London. From April-September they will be having an exhibition on Grace Kelly showcasing 50 outfits (35 of which are haute couture)  plus jewelery, accessories and the famous original Kelly Hermes bag. I believe this is one of those exhibitions that could very much be a once in a lifetime opportunity!

More information here

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The thirst for Plaid

January 15th, 2010 § 0

As far back as I can remember I have loved plaid/tartan. Its perfect in so many ways and ties in many of my favorite looks. I love it every which way possible!

It doesnt come at a shock that I love Vivienne Westwood the most, she she is the queen of reinventing the plaid!

Here are a few items that got my eyes popping out of my head and ended in an epic lust!

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Happy Sunday!

January 10th, 2010 § 0

I have been sick the past few days, but this morning I awoke feeling on top of the world! I made a cool new bow for my shop, I was selling huge ones but I think people prefer a tad smaller. The new version has lots of pretty rhinestones soon. I’m working on lots of new head wear, it can be tricky working out the best contructions methods and materials hence why they take so long to get into my shop, if that ever happens! I made yummy cupcakes which I didnt take a photo of, although they do go pretty darn fast around my boyfriend!

Here are some cool things I found today on the wonderful internet! I have always had this addiction to stationery. when I was young I would always spend my pocket money on new staplers and pens and paper. My favourite is paper goods though…i mean I really love paper!

AND before I forget….I got the lolcat book from Amazon whilst christmas shopping….hehe its so funny definately worth getting!

rainbowsetThis is such a cool jumper. I love stripes, and this jumper would be so versatile! You could wear it in the 70s style with jeans or some highwaisted slacks OR you could tuck it in to a high waisted skirt for a 40s look. I think it would work! Dreamy!

il_430xN.107822624I’ve never bought stamps before, but I’d really love to start stamping, looks like fun with sets like these! So great for brightening up letters and such!

il_430xN.111844934This is the most greatest idea ever! Last year I totally had overdue library fees worth £30! I got confused with borrowing times, so silly! This is such a cute way of remembering and the price is so great! I seriously LOVE this shop!

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Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

January 9th, 2010 § 0

I finally got around to watching this film the other night with my boyfriend. Its such a cute/feel good film. The costumes were gorgeous, and Miss Pettigrew was an amalgamation of all that is good. There are some really pretty costumes and some really funny scenes. I’m begining to love Amy Adams shes so good at acting! She was also in Julie and Julia, and adorable at that! If you get the time towatch it, it is definately worth your while!

This was my favourite outfit, the light blue dress and matching hat. I WANT that hat!

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My boyfriend also got me a copy of the Secret Garden, which I hope to watch this weekend. When I was a child I would ALWAYS dream of having my very own wonderful secret garden. I think I even found an antique key I used to carry around the garden with me in search of that garden. oh dear!

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Happy New Years!

December 31st, 2009 § 0

Its been a very good year for me, and I’m happy with what I’ve accomplished. I opened my Etsy store this year, and I’m so excited for 2010 because thats my major goal this year! Just want to work on my store all the time, having so much fun!

Hope all your dreams/goals and wishes come true, Happy 2010!

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My Mum with baby Alucard and Wolfy. Mum visited me twice this year, so lucky!

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Alucard...not wanting to pose!

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Kurt with Betty

Kurt with Betty

Being silly

Being silly

Paris <3

Paris <3

Sweden

Sweden

Wolfy...a little more grown up

Wolfy...a little more grown up

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Christmas

December 30th, 2009 § 0

I had the most perfect Christmas ever! I did lots of cooking with my sister in-law and learnt a lot of stuff! And everything went to plan, and my red velvet cupcakes were a hit!

IMG_4224Kurt bought me this amazing laptop and pink mouse! mmm

IMG_4222IMG_4209IMG_4218Some of our friends stayed at ours over Christmas and they knew I loved this Fortune Pork blind boxes. so they got me 3 boxes! After opening the first one which was the cie cream I mentioned which other ones I really loved. Then I opened the other boxes and got them!!! Then Kurt got me one too, and thats when I got Choop, probably my favorite! Kurt also bought me MissCupcake blind box….and I got this strawberry one which is exactly the one I wanted! It was too much luck!

IMG_4219I also got another yummy breakfast blind box, and got the bagel to add to my collection!

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Got this Holga from Kurt, have been wanting one for so long…..! so lucky!

Was so spoiled over Christmas!

Cant wait til 2010…but I’m scared about getting older!

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My craft goals for 2010.

December 15th, 2009 § 0

I’ve been thinking so much lately about all the things I really want to spend some much time on next year.  Of course there are so many,  but I’ve decided 2010 will be the most productive year yet!

This year I started my Etsy shop, which I love, but I haven’t nearly begun to really explore my creativity! I have so many ideas, most I which I forget before I get to a pen and paper ,thank-you fish brain! But its also trying to find more and more time to make these things plus all the other things I enjoy doing in life for example Baking! I did, however, gain much better sewing skills this year I’ve actually made a few bags in recent weeks and even sold one on Etsy. I took up knitting again, and on the weekend I had my first go at needlepoint! I loved it! So next year will be about learning more and more skills and becoming really good at things. Last night I even sat down for hours drawing a picture, and I think it actually looks nice!

Here are some things I will be Buying/looking at/loving next year to help me on my little way:

1. I’ve been eying off this book for a long time, But I think I’ll need a beginners book or watch some you tube videos first!

2. Become as good at embroidery as Jenny Hart, yes this is probably impossible! So amazing!

3. I want to make a patchwork quilt for our new bed, It’s between log cabin or just plain 5″ squares.

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4. Fabric buttons! I started making these a few weeks ago and they are so much fun! On the weekend I stitched a little heart on to some calico and made it into a button. Will post photos later.

Well, thats just a few things for now. I’ll surely put up more projects when I remember what they were!

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Julie and Julia

December 14th, 2009 § 0

I watched this movie late last night, and absolutely fell in love! Meryl Streep is one of my all time favorite actresses, and she plays the most quirky character, Julia Child. From the cooking to the down right cuteness of the film, definately my favorite Drama I’ve watched this year. Cosying up on the couch one Sunday evening with this movie will make you so happy!

Here is a Trailer.

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Its Christmas time!

December 13th, 2009 § 0

We went and bought a real Chrsitmas tree last night, along with a holy and evergreen wreath. Poor Kurt had to Haul-ass but luckily the garden shop wasnt too far away.We put the tree up this morning, and I just love having a real tree. I’ve never had a real one before I guess living in Australia with all the hot weather limits that. The smell is so amazing, the lounge is jsut filled with this amazing fragrance! I made the felt bauble decorations, and they arent perfect but I’m happy with them. I’ve also tried a DIY project that I got from another blog, I shall blog about it later this week.

Here are some photos for now.

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