Organised Chaos

Thought I would take a few photographic updates of the shop!

We're all busy trying to get things ready for a fashion show we're a part of next week which raises money for the local womans refuge.

Back in Time

 Still getting things ready for tomorrow night!

 Had the dress finished for a client

Wore my hair in pin curls!

Preparation

Still preparing for our High Tea night this Friday, transforming our workroom into a relaxing cafe-style area!

Today I

 

Prepared someones order to be sent

 

Was distracted and started procrastinating with nearby magazines

 

Tried out my new peplum top

 

 

Wore eyeliner in a 1940s style

 

Admired our new website signage!

Adornment

This week we've been preparing for our high tea night next Friday, and are currently up to our elbows in decorations and dessert inspiration!

 

 

Cocoon

On this wet & dreary day I thought I would post some photos of our second workroom, just a few snaps to pass the time!

 Paper bags for different materials such as ribbon, elastic and zips

 

 A fellow designers inspiration board, I get hungry every time I look at it!

 Macaroon inspiration and possible notions

 Just a few of our threads and sewing supplies!

Some of my inspiration photos-garments that catch my eye, photos of my own garments and fashion illustrations

 Recent patterns hanging from the back of our door

 We were recently given a selection of vintage wedding laces, so beautiful!

Some covered button samples, these are great to see what size and shape you need for your garments

Thrift Thursday

Yesterday I visited my local second-hand shops, they always feel like a treasure hunt-you never know what you'll find! Here are some of my purchases.

 Crystal glasses & 1954 New York auction catalogue of Louis XV & Louis XVI furniture

 Plastic bracelet & Silver tray

 Vintage serviette/napkin holder & Classic old films on dvd