Vintage Fair

I was in sunny Bournemouth last weekend and decided to take a trip to Boscombe for a change!! I had seen online that the first saturday of every month they hosted a vintage fair! I couldn't wait to check it out and it didn't disappoint! It was small- probably only about 10/12 stalls but the goodies you could get were great!! A complete mixture from homeware, old records, old sewing machines, fashion and jewellery. I saw a real fur coat for just £65- it was pretty tempting but I've still not quite made my mind up about real fur...
I came across one stall as I was about to leave and so glad I did. There was a mixture of homeware products, lots of unique jewellery- including this ring I bought for just £4...

I then came across some amazing clothes- pretty sure they aren't real vintage but they look good to me so that's all that matters...and so cheap!
I got a white blouse with a black peter pan collar and cuffs for just £16- it would be double that in Topshop!! I also got a white top with a black peter pan style collar - for just £3!!!!! Cheaper then Primark!!! Finally, I got a navy blue dress with...you guessed it...a gold sequin peter pan collar!!! As you can tell, I'm loving the peter pan collar at the moment- I think its so elegant and looks great on all these different items!! The dress was only £5 too so I think I got some absolute bargains! I actually received a small card from the girl who owned the stall and I checked out her website...definitely worth a browse!!! Check it out at www.everours.bigcartel.com

P.S- There is actually a whole festival dedicated to all that is vintage in July in Northamptonshire and I can't wait til next payday so I can get my ticket!!! check it out at http://www.vintagefestival.co.uk/

Homemade designer dresses

I have to share with you the amazing dresses my auntie has made for me!! They are the best dresses ever- designed by myself!!
Firstly, a lovely red skater dress with zip detail and a really subtle floral pattern...what do you think?

(Sorry it's a little creased in this picture- need to get the iron out!!)

Secondly, an amazing blue strapless dress with tiny floral pattern and a cream bow to finish. I absolutely love it and can't wait to wear it to a wedding i have at the end of the month teamed with a cream blazer and navy clutch!!!

I just love it soooo much!!!! I think this proves homemade is best- I might even attempt to create something on my own at the weekend but i doubt they will be a scratch on these two!!

Fantastic finds...check these beauties out!!!

WOW- I couldn't wait to tell you all about the amazing finds at Primark this week! I love this bird print blouse and the bow detail around the collar- looks much more expensive then £12, I actually saw a similar version on asos for £35!!

Then my next amazing find was this designer-look-a-likey for a fraction of the cost- £5!!!! I absolutely love it!! Great for work and play, team it with some amazing high heels and leather jacket for a night out or tights and a cardi for work, like I did today!

I can't believe I found my dream playsuit for only £5!!!!

And finally, this amazing Alexander Mcqueen copycat at only £3 you can't go wrong!!

I have to say these amazing finds were all in Primark in Bournemouth which has some great things- my local Primark in Torquay- not so much!! I guess if you live in a small town like me you may have to dig a little deeper to find these amazing bargains!!!


On another note I'm also trying out Barry M's instant spray tan so i will let you know how I get on- so far it has a great colour but it is hard getting used to the spray so you'll definitely need a mit to even that out if your not so used to the spray tan!!!

Shellac Nails- AMAZING!!

Check out the newest thing to nails- Shellac!!! These amazing polishes last for weeks completely chip free- (be warned you can't mix these with any other base/top coats, or coloured polishes as it will compromise the quality). These have won many awards including Nail's Magazine best new product 2010! (I see I'm a little slow to discover this product) A woman I work with has just had hers done and they look amazing- I'm going to check them out in 2 weeks time and see if they really are chip-free!!! If they are, I'll be paying the small price of £20 to get them for sure!!! I would just have to decide what colour to have- I am loving Zillionaire, Decadence and Tropix for summer!!

ZILLIONAIRE

DECADENCE

TROPIX-->


...What's your favourite colour?

Cocktails, Ed Sheeran, Portobello Market and plenty of shoes...

This time last week I was screaming my head off, a little tipsy with my big sis, watching Ed Sheeran at Brixton O2 Academy! We had such an amazing weekend- starting with...a Nandos of course!!! We were staying Covent Garden so it was an ideal location, such nice shops. We headed to Foundation cocktail bar which does the most amazing cocktails with a real 'Alice in wonderland' twist- which I of course loved!!!! The cocktails come in a variety of ways- jam jars, teapots, even some with popping candy! Definitely a place to check out if you get chance...

Then we went to see the amazing Ed Sheeran who was just as good as we expected... he also had some amazing support acts, in particular we loved the a guy called Lester Clayton.
Then we popped to Portobello Market on Saturday morning and could have spent allllll day there but we had to catch our train home :( We did get a little leather satchel bag each which I am in love with!!!

Then... I went shopping in my local town (which I have to say is usually pretty bad for fashion) and got the most amazing pair of shoes at a bargain price...

Red Court Shoe from New Look @ £19.99

Black Paris Hilton shoes @ £8.00- YES, THAT'S RIGHT!!!

And finally, amazing grey suede CARVELA court shoes- only £10!!!!!

I'll give you a little tip- head to TKMAXX nowwww!!!
HAPPY SHOPPING!!

Happy New Year....a little late!!

Happy New Year!! I know its pretty late now that we are nearly in Feb but I thought I had to say it!! It seems to have been mad since Xmas so I haven't had chance to update! I've bought lots of fashion items of late, but im still hunting for my one love...The peter pan collar blouse with black ribbon detail. Here are some styles I'm loving and on the hunt to find in store.

As you can see I'm liking a certain style but I cant quite find the right one, I think im going to have to get a plain white blouse with a peter pan collar, and a black piece of ribbon from the local material shop and then I can make it exactly how I want...at a fraction of the price!!
Homemade is always best!!

Christmas Owl!!

Sorry it has been so long since my last post! I'm sure its the same for everyone with Christmas to prepare for! I had a fairly festive and creative Sunday and managed to make an owl cushion for my sister! What do you think?

It was so easy to do and I think it looks just as good as the shop bought ones (and much cheaper). All I did was cut out a template of an owl (you could do any shape you wanted!) and then cut out the pieces of fabric and hand-stitched the smaller details on the front. I then used the sewing machine to do the rest and added stuffing!! Perfect and a great Christmas pressie idea. My mum made smaller versions in the shape of birds and hearts and they are now on our Christmas tree!! Very creative for a rainy sunday afternoon.