Monthly Archives: April 2011

More DIY Button Earrings!

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Angela

Last week I posted a tutorial on how to make earrings from buttons. I’ve made another pair and I really love their slightly retro look! The process was exactly the same as for the other button earrings I made, but … Continue reading →

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Refashioned Vintage Top

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Angela

I bought this top from an op shop ages ago but have never worn it because it’s completely shapeless and über unflattering on me. It’s too big so the shoulders are really wide and the high neckline and boxy shape … Continue reading →

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Styling for Apple Body Shapes

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Angela

Welcome to part 6 of my series on body shapes. This is the last of my posts discussing a specific body shape and it’s focusing on the apple body shape. Remember that these body shapes are based on the shape … Continue reading →

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DIY Button Earrings

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Angela

These buttons earrings are really easy to make, but to be honest, the process did take a wee bit longer than I first anticipated. To make a pair of earrings, you will need: Pretty plastic shank buttons (buttons with a … Continue reading →

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I Heart Picnics

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Angela

I actually took these photos ages ago with the intention of posting them here, but alas, I forgot. So I didn’t actually go on a picnic today. I’m spending the day at my desk writing, photographing things, planning things and … Continue reading →

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Styling for Hourglass Body Shapes

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Angela

Welcome to part 5 of my series on body shapes. This post focuses on possibly the most iconic of feminine body shapes, the hourglass. Remember that these body shapes are based on the shape of the torso and are not … Continue reading →

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Nuno Magazine Review

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Angela

Earlier this week I was lucky enough to receive a preview copy of the latest edition of Nuno Magazine. It’s an ad-free PDF magazine that offers heaps of DIY tips and projects using salvaged materials. The spring edition of Rustle … Continue reading →

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DIY Bib Necklace

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Angela

I’m loving all the different types of bib necklaces available at the moment. They are at least 5 types of awesome: They’re big and bold. They give a hefty dose of pizazz to an otherwise plan outfit. My skin is … Continue reading →

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A Notebook for Your Pocket

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Angela

Did you know that some people can make books by hand? They make the covers and bind all the pages and everything! Gosh! I think that’s insanely clever. I wanted to give it a go, but figured I should leave … Continue reading →

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2011 Autumn/Winter Trends I Want to Try

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Angela

Well, actually there aren’t two 2011 different trends I want to try. There are only 11. Anyway, bad grammar aside, here’s my list for this Autumn/Winter: 1- Capes: I’m not talking about the fastened at the neck, fluttering in the … Continue reading →

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