giveaway!
Hello there, Today marks one year since my very first sale and the ‘birth’ of The Vamoose! As a small thank you to all the support you have given, I’m offering the chance to win an item, any item, of … Continue reading
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bows and pom poms
I was sorting through a few things this afternoon and came across this photo taken a year ago today. It feels like a lifetime ago and I’m still popping out those pom poms… source: personal photograph 4.11.09 | dress and blouse from H&M
drape drape
I was so excited when postman Andy dropped a book shaped package into my mail box last week. Eagerly awaited, I unwrapped the packaging to find drape drape, a Japanese pattern making book by Hisako Sato. I’ve been rather unmotivated … Continue reading
an exchange
Last month I was very lucky to receive a great big package from Kate of Hello Lindello. With such wonderful thrifty finds it’s no wonder she has her own vintage etsy shop and blog worthy personal style.
holiday!
Hello there, I’m back from my holiday to Italy and feeling pretty inspired! I played tourist for 12 days around Florence and Tuscany with lots of walking, cramped car journeys and finally found time to devour Burnt Shadows by Kamila Shamsie. … Continue reading
news
Hello there, Just a quick post to let you know that I’ll be away from Friday 10th September – Thursday 23nd September and will be unable to process any shop orders / answer emails during this time. I’ll be back … Continue reading
colour coding
style by susie | yves klein: color coding via modern nostalgic If you’re a fan of fashion/art pairings, I’d recommend paying amateur couture a visit. image source: style bubble / modern nostalgic
oh comely magazine
Utterly charming and refreshing, Oh Comely is a London based magazine focusing on people’s quirks and creativity, rather than money and what it can buy. Issue 2 is out now and it is an absolute honour to be featured!
dye experiments & development
I thought I’d share a collection of images from one of my dyeing experiments some few months ago. The simple techniques were just an excuse to familiarise myself with the dyeing process and gain some confidence. Taking inspiration from pink … Continue reading
new website
At last, the new shop is finally open for business! Prices are fixed in Pound sterling (GBP) with the option to view in Euros or US Dollars using the currency converter in the top right corner. Do you find the … Continue reading