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A virtual visit to the House of Wandering Silk

Maybe it’s the changing winds of spring (or sprummer?) but I seem to have a serious case of itchy feet lately. As it’s not exactly practical to travel right now, though, I decided… Continue reading

Textile shopping at Open Studios

As much as I adore op shops, it’s kind of annoying that they’re only open during the day. (Then again, it’s probably a blessing that they’re not open 24 hours – imagine how… Continue reading

Orange you glad you tried op shopping?

You know when a friend asks to go op shopping with you and you don’t really need to get anything but you selflessly (some would even call it an act of pure kindness) agree… Continue reading

How to dress for the races for under $100 – or under $10?

If you’re going to the Melbourne Cup tomorrow, I’m fairly sure you’ve got your head attire organised. But if you haven’t, and you happen to have a) a few minutes and b) a shoulder… Continue reading

In the presence of sustainable fashion royalty

If you flicked through my last post, you could be forgiven for thinking I spend vast tracts of time swanning around in the presence of fashion royalty. While that isn’t exactly so, it is… Continue reading

Must-see mode: Jean Paul Gaultier at the NGV

Just what does one wear in the presence of one of the world’s most prolific, creative designers? That was the question that faced me last Thursday morning as I rummaged through my wardrobe… Continue reading

Spring getaway & giveaway

It would be stating the obvious to say we all love a holiday – and could do with more of them (scroll to the end of this post if you want to win… Continue reading

Who’s behind the Handmaker’s Factory?

One of the best things about being a DIY-er is meeting other people who love it too, and have even managed to grow a business from it. I recently assisted Nichola Prested of Handmaker’s Factory in… Continue reading

MSFW – my favourites

Did you make it to any of the shows at Melbourne Spring Fashion Week? I was lucky enough to see all the designer runways* so I thought I’d share my favourite looks with… Continue reading

Life’s sweet at La Belle Miette

You all know that I love a good pun, don’t you? And that I’m a dessert fan too. So when my blogger buddy and all round good-time gal Iolanthe asked me to accompany… Continue reading