As I mentioned a few posts ago, the pre-loved and vintage sale I went to recently was seriously packed with goodies. Too many to justify buying for Josephine, yet lots that were just too good to let go. So I had a think, decided to buy them up anyway and thought I'd pass them on to you, lovely readers. Ben and I had discussed my rather lucky knack of finding really good secondhand and vintage kid's clothes in charity shops and markets and how maybe it could be an interesting way to make some extra cash and keep me from heading back to work full time. Which is something I don't want to do - but that's for another post. So, for now, Happy Circus has a vintage section. I'm not sure how long it will be there, I suppose it all depends on how quickly this initial haul goes, so head over quick and don't miss out. Sizes range from newborn to age three (ish). It's all vintage, it's lovely and there are quite a few items I'm finding hard to part with. I've kept prices nice and low, so you can grab yourself a bargain, and each item has been freshly laundered and will be posted within two days of purchase. Plus to celebrate this little launch I'm offering 15% until 9pm tomorrow evening. Just as a little something extra for you! So pop over and enter HAPPYCIRCUSVINTAGE at the checkout.Let me know what you think, email me if you have any questions and I hope you find something you just can't resist ;)
Captures from our very lazy Monday...1. The glorious morning light streaming through our living room windows. And a happy little Josephine in her new highchair2. Pretty blooms from the garden3. Old Stripey 4. Freshly organised shelves 5. Imagining how lovely it would be for our vintage wedding cake topper to sit upon our little girl's wedding cake one day6. Bouncing in her almost too small bouncer watching Mama eat left over homemade banoffee pie, courtesy of my mother in law. Too bad Phiney, no sweet things for you. You're sweet enough.
Way back when I had a big ol' belly, and didn't know if it was home to a boy or girl, I remember seeing this beautiful girl sporting some of the sweetest shoes I'd ever seen. I knew that if we were to have a girl, purchasing a pair would be a no-brainer. When Phiney decided all she wanted to do was stand a few weeks ago, and it became clear that some little shoes to steady her wobbles were a good idea, I knew All About Heidi was the place to go. Soon after Josephine received a parcel from the ever so kind and lovely Manuka. One pair in cherry and one in olive, Phiney has been wearing these divine shoes every day since. Crafted from one piece of the softest leather, these beautiful creations have been getting compliments wherever we go. Available in velcro, laces or mary-janes, the unique and adjustable flower petal design not only looks sweet but ensures a bespoke fit for every foot from 3 to 18 months. And don't get me started on the choice of colours. Honey, olive, cherry, plum and blueberry are all delicious, while gold and silver offer something extra special. There are even organic vegetable dyed leathers available in sumptious pumpkin and apple. Your head will be spinning trying to decide which to order. Not only did Manuka send these lovely treats for Josephine, but she's also offering one lucky reader the chance to own a pair. That's right, you can get your hands on some of these beautiful shoes for your little one. Just head to All About Heidi on Facebook and like their page, then head back here, become a follower (if you're not already) and let me know the colour, style and size you'd like to win. I'll draw the winner next Thursday at 8pm and the competition is open to all readers wherever you are in the world, so get entering! And thank you again lovely Manuka xxUPDATE: The winner is the lovely Ashley. Congratulations lady :) Email me your address and I'll forward the details on to the girls at All About Heidi. Thanks for entering everyone.
Because, let's face it, one vintage tropical fish romper just isn't enough...
Apologies for the slew of 'baby in the garden' photos, but this is how we're spending our days right now. And personally, I don't think there are ever enough pictures of this gorgeous creature!
Today Ben managed to wrangle a day off work so we could continue to enjoy the sunshine together, and enjoy it we did. We invited a few lovely friends round for a little picnic and the afternoon flew by all too quickly, helped along by some seriously yummy food (which Josephine tried to steal off her little buddies!).Plus Phiney got to show off her awesome romper and I got to show off my new hair. A jolly old day was had by all, if only Ben was able to take the rest of the week off so we could carry on the party.
After popping to a local carboot sale and picking up some very cheap and very lovely plants in the morning, we spent the afternoon lounging in the garden in the sunshine. Just us three, soaking in the warmth of the sun. Playing and laughing and wishing the weekend was one day longer. You'll have to excuse Josephine's rather bogey nose. The girl's been coping rather admirably with a rather stinky cold. Thankfully the sleepless nights appear to have passed and she's getting over it. Although I woke up this morning with a sniffle....
Over the last couple of weeks we've been enjoying a little bit of girly retail therapy round these parts.Now Phiney is 6 months old she has, over night it seems, grown out of nearly everything. Luckily there are a few thrifty finds stored away that I've loved rediscovering, and a visit to this shop as well as the H&M sale has replenished her drawers. Plus my Nan has also taken the fabric I bought months ago and transformed it into a awesome collection of bloomers, with a couple more pairs still to come. On top of all that, my lovely friend Amy text me on Saturday morning urging me to head into town to a sale she'd heard about. Offering pre-loved and vintage French kids clothes and antiques, I rushed to the car and scored some real treats for Phiney; some for now, some for the coming months and years. The very wonderful lady who ran the sale plans on holding them a few times a year, so I can't wait for the next one and the treasures we'll find. Plus I got my hands on a few extra bits and bobs that I'll be telling you more about soon, so tune in for that little announcement. As for Mama, last week I shifted those last few pesky pregnancy pounds. Hoorah! I'm ready to ditch the joggers (well, in the majority) and have been scouring the shops for the 1950s style skirts that I love and complement the return of my waist. Thank you local markets and charity shops. I've been having a trying on session or two trying to decide what to wear for our visit from this lady on Saturday, but I'm changing my mind every five minutes. Thankfully it looks like we're about to get some sunshine. Fingers crossed! ps. I've drawn the winner of the Hello Canvas print and I'm really happy to announce that the lovely Mama-to-be Jenny is the winner. Go check out her very sweet blog and watch her belly grow. Congratulations Jenny - pop me an email and I'll send you all the details of how to claim your prize. Thank you to everyone for entering. We have another amazing giveaway next week so watch this space...
