Make do and mend your home with architectural salvage
January 31, 2010 by Admin · Leave a Comment
For years architectural salvage was reserved for the eccentric and the expert – those with an eye for the hidden value of fixtures and fittings ripped from the carcasses of demolished or gutted properties. But today, as modern builds lacking the charm and character of period properties saturate the market, and as an increasingly stoic wartime mentality of ‘make do and mend’ kicks into every aspect of our recession-occupied lifestyles, architectural salvage is enjoying a new popularity. Tara Gardner explains how you can salvage some treasures for your home.
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DVD review: Information Films of the British Home Front
November 19, 2009 by Lena · Leave a Comment
Last week Forties retro lifestyle couple Harry and Edna from ‘Home Front Friends’ were all laid up ill in bed with heavy colds. As they sneezed in their cushions unable to brave the outside world, they thought this was the perfect time to review a new DVD Public Information Films of the British Home Front. Here’s their review.
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Make do and mend a vintage scarf into a cushion cover
November 8, 2009 by Admin · 2 Comments
Lurking in the back of your wardrobe, scrunched up in a drawer, or even languishing at the bottom of the bargain bin at a charity shop, vintage scarves come in a fantastic array of different colours and designs, and can be used for a whole lot more than just head adornments. Joanna Thornhill is here to tell you how with her brilliant make do and mend, transforming a simple vintage scarf into a classy cushion cover.
Thinking of redecorating? Try these vintage interior tips
October 14, 2009 by Admin · 4 Comments
Are you looking for a classic vintage look for your home, but not sure where to start? Laëtitia Wajnapel (Mademoiselle Robot), shares her top tips to turn your home into a vintage haven.
Give your old vintage shelves a DIY makeover
April 25, 2009 by Admin · Leave a Comment
Browsing junk shops, antiques markets, and car boot sales, you may be forgiven for never giving that tatty trunk or battered old wardrobe a second glance, but perhaps it’s time you looked again. Within those shabby shelves hides a wealth of restoration possibilities too good to pass by. Tara Gardner explains how you can give weary shelves a whole new lease of life.
