It’s a giveaway for…
Yes! It’s national swap day at the Clothing Exchange on October 28, a great chance to clean out your wardrobe and score some new-to-you threads in time for spring. I will not actually… Continue reading
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Great times on the Great Ocean Road
I’m not really someone who makes a big deal about birthdays, but some ages are milestones that need celebrating. Add my guy’s recent big birthday to the fact that I really, really wanted… Continue reading
Green spring clean
Spring is here (although you’d be forgiven for not noticing if you’re in Melbourne) and theoretically, that means spring cleaning. I never seem to have time for a really thorough clean-out, but, as… Continue reading
"Girl Rising" giveaway
Yep, exactly what this poster says.Basically, we could solve a zillion problems if girls the world over were educated. (I’m sure you know why, but if not, check out this report). While many… Continue reading
Bodysuit or blouse?
Continuing with this week’s theme, which unintentionally seems to be “shocking pink items I found at Vinnies“, I’ve reworked some sleeves on this bodysuit (yes, it is a bodysuit! I’ve never worn one… Continue reading
Don’t waist a good skirt!
(This is an “after” shot… see the below for what this skirt looked like before!) In reaction to an ever-increasing pile of clothes waiting to be altered, I have resolved many, many times… Continue reading
Not-quite-hanami at the National Rhododendron Gardens
When I lived in Japan, a highlight of every year was hanami, or cherry blossom viewing. Strolling through parks or picnicking with friends under zillions of pretty pink petals is something like a… Continue reading
Buy a silk scarf – your skin will thank you
Everyone has their retail weakness, and one of mine is silk scarves. If I ever see a basket of them at an op shop or market I find it very difficult to resist… Continue reading
My top ops – on The Urban List
So, did you give into temptation after my last post and head off to Vinnies Ringwood? If that’s too far for you, you might find somewhere closer here – it’s by no means… Continue reading
A visit to Vinnies Ringwood
If you enjoyed my last post which included a reference to mysterious symbols which lead to amazingness, you’re going to love this one, although most of you would not find this particular symbol… Continue reading