Decade Inspiration: The 1970s

When I was growing up the 80s and 90s, the 1970s was not a cool decade. It was too recent to be of interest to me, and anything from the 70s...

1940s Inspiration for #vintagepledge

Today I have a guest post dedicated to 1940s fashion.  Lisette has put together an amazingly comprehensive post, so if you love this era or ...

Recent Charity Shop Finds

Finds have definitely been a bit thin on the ground around here recently. I don't think I've been browsing in local charity shops mu...

1950 Sewing Supplies Catalogue

I received this catalogue from Leni as part of the Summer Sewing Swap . I loved getting a glimpse into what the home seamstress of 60 years ...

An Astonishing Fashion Photograph

Photograph by Clifford Coffin for British Vogue, June 1947, at Grosvenor Square, London Evening dress by Rahvis Image source I fi...

Finds of Different Kinds

There's a charity shop near my work that I visit every week. It's one of several that I frequent, but not one which usually has muc...