I'm back...

Well it's been a while... Apologies for my lack of blogging, I've never been very good at this blogger lark but this time I'm gonna stick to it!!

Above - my vintage dog "collection" in the craft room

Blogging was a chore on my old laptop, I'd upload pics and end up getting very frustrated at it's slowness and constant crashing. I never got a new one because it wasn't broke, just a big pain in the bum. But one day I turned it on and was faced by a blank screen, so after ranting about "how they don't make 'em like they used to", I decided to embrace modern technology and got myself a schnazzy pink number (granted I only bought it for it's prettiness), but I have to say I'm a little in love!

 So what's new with Vintage Laura xx? Well I've done 2 more Sutton Vintage and Arts fairs - photos can be found on my Facebook page. One where I met the lovely Vintage Vixen! I'm soon to have my advertisement in The Vintage Directory - you can pre-order your copy here. I'm currently working on some new one-off jewellery pieces, a Marilyn pendant range, a new Summer-inspired range, purses and cushions. I'm also trying to tackle creating a website which is coming along quite nicely!

    Above - sneak peek at the new Marilyn range   

Above - the new purse range  

Now time for me to catch up with your blogs!!

Laura xx

Busy busy bee...

I wish I had more time to blog! I've been working long and late hours at my new job and all my other spare time is spent locked away in my craft room with Glee on repeat :-( so apoligies to my readers!!

Right then what have I got to show for my lack of blogging??

New makes! More can be seen on my Facebook page

Unfortunately I've been working most Sunday's so haven't had chance to buy any vintage booty beauts :-( but I have nabbed a few gems from my parents so I shall photograph and do a show and tell later on this week!

Also just to let you know if any of you are in the Stoke area this Sunday then come along to Nana's Vintage Fair :-)

It looks to be a brilliant day!

Laura xx

Sutton Vintage and Arts Fair...

Yesterday I sold my goods at SV&AF and it was a roaring success :-)

Lots of people queued up despite the dull rainy weather outside and I think everyone who visited would agree that it was a wonderful day, with lots of vintage, dancing and cupcakes!!!

I managed to take lots of piccies of my stall but my batteries drained so I couldn't take any more pics around the fair :-(

I'm looking forward to doing many more fairs in the future!!

Vintage Laura xx

Al that glitters is not gold...

 Latest makes ; Vintage inspired brooches and pendants

Apologies for my lack of blogging, it's been very stressy here at Vintage Laura HQ!

I haven't even got round to thanking Bruce from Eclectic Ephemera for my Stylish Blogger Award (I will be blogging my 7 facts soon!)

It's now 2 weeks till Sutton Vintage and Arts Fair (cue mad panic!!)

I think I'll take this advice;

... well at least try to anyway!!!

Laura xx

Vintage Photos...

Well I've embraced modern technology and have finally given up on my temperamental 80 year old Singers and got myself a new electric one which I've had fun playing around with making some vintage inspired pieces!

Lavender Scented Hearts

"Summer Holiday" - unsure whether to mount this in a frame or make it into a cushion?!

Stitched Postcard

Vintage Postcard Cards

These will all be available to buy at Sutton Vintage and Arts Fair but if any of my pieces take your fancy then feel free to email me :-)

And talking about Sutton Vintage, check out the new flyer!

Lovely isn't it?!

Can I also thank all my lovely followers, 30 so far!!

Let's make it 50 and I'll have a big giveaway ;-)

Laura xx



Rule Britannia! Britannia rules the waves...

I used to be somewhat addicted to buying magazines. It got to a point where

I was buying up to 4 mags a week. They were totally unnecessary but to be

fair they did help to beat my "mid-week blues" at College. But the

only mag that I ever actually read every page of was Company

and now it's the only magazine I ever buy!

Plus some of you may remember I blogged about Company back in January

If you've never read it I really suggest you do, it has everything from

Fashion to Homes, Real Life to Crafts...

Plus it occasionally has it's fair share of Georgey Lamb ;-)

The October issue was "The British Issue" and it really inspired

me to get making all things Britannia!

Knitted Jubilee Brooch

Union Jack and Vintage Stamp Brooch

Union Jack Felt Owl Keyring (which really didn't want to be photographed!)

Right then, I'm off down the shops to get this months Company Mag!

Let me know what you think of my latest makes :-)

Laura xx

Finally, I'm back...

It's been a very long time!! A-levels are over and done with and I've began to start up Vintage Laura xx. I've began making a series of different ranges such as; Cards, Homeware, Accessories and more! Yesterday I finally got my charm delivery and made some gorgeous vintage-inspired necklaces ready to sell on my parents stall at Leek Antique Market today! Here's a few of my favourites;

"Love Birds Locket"

"Polly"

"Pucker Up"

"Goldie"

"Pretty in Pink"

"Bobby"

"Parisian Chic"

Let me know what you think :-)

Laura xx