Vintage jewelry repairs

Mum has had this case of broken vintage jewelry forever, it is in an old musical instrument case that belonged … More

Decolicious 2014

Auckland Art Deco Society Vintage Market. I dropped into Auckland Art Deco Society ‘s Decolicious Vintage Market, it was lovely to meet … More

It was yesterday and it was awesome! Partly because it was the first BDO I’ve been to since having kids, … More

I’m sure that Luna isn’t the only kid who transforms this: Into this: Fabulous huh? She helped me to assemble … More

[source] I’m seeing clouds in my plastics, the material I’m working with at the moment… I’m a bit obsessed with … More

This rough old patch of strawberries has been giving us fresh berries most days, what a delight! It’s not that fancy, … More

Right when I’m loving separates…. take a closer look at that stunning blouse and illustration on the McCalls pattern… That … More

New to the book review list… Legendary learning : the famous homeschoolers’ guide to self-directed excellence, by Jamie McMillin. Yet another … More

It’s always worth it….. Hope you have a good night…. here’s the lovely Gina Lollobrigida and Gorgeous Rock Hudson if you … More

I’ve been reading Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and … More