Progress on my 1930s Lounge
I’m not going to sit here and have a moan, but let me tell you, I’ve had the week from hell! Over the past seven days a lot of things I rely on every day have broken down, including my… Continue Reading
Vintage interiors
Shepton Mallet Flea Market Bargains – Part 5
It was freezing on Sunday but in true vintage gal style I wrapped up warm and headed off to my favourite flea market down at the Royal Bath & West Showground. It was the second one of the year but,… Continue Reading
It’s All Curtains, Curtains, Curtains!
Over the Christmas period I spent a lot of time having a massive clear out at home. Much of it was in preparation for the restyling of my lounge into a more 1930s look and I wanted to do a… Continue Reading
1930s Interiors Weren’t All Black, Gold and Drama
When you think of Art Deco interiors the first things that come to mind are black lacquer, gold decorative motifs, mirrors, luxurious textiles and lots and lots of drama. It’s a look we all know and love and we’d love to… Continue Reading
Upcycled Lloyd Loom Laundry Basket
Well, I’m afraid the post I had planned for this week will have to wait due to problems with my camera. After spending a good two hours photographing the dress I wore to the Dig for Victory Show, I uploaded the… Continue Reading
Vintage Shopping in Bournemouth
As mentioned in my last post, I’ve been on holiday this last week to make sure my mum has a really special 70th birthday. On the Monday I suggested we took a trip down to Bournemouth for the day to… Continue Reading
My Non-New Year Resolutions!
Welcome to 2015 everyone! Yes, I know it’s a bit late but I have a good excuse – I don’t do New Year’s celebrations. Ever since having to fork out a fortune to enter my (normally free) local pub at… Continue Reading
Building My Dream Walk-in Wardrobe
When I was a child my mum and dad took me and my brother to view a house on a brand new housing estate built just outside our home town. I’m not sure they ever really had any intention of moving… Continue Reading
Shepton Mallet Flea Market Bargains – Part 4
A week ago on Sunday I headed down to my favourite flea market at Shepton Mallet. However, this time it was a family affair with my mum, dad, uncle and cousin in tow. It would seem that I am convincing everyone… Continue Reading
My Georgian House Project
So, I’ve been in my new house for about ten days now and I’m just about beginning to feel more comfortable. It’s strange, I’ve never liked change and always feel out of sorts for a while. Apparently on the day… Continue Reading
