As you are here already I am sure you know exactly why mid century or vintage furniture is the best to have in your home, but maybe you are still wavering, or new to vintage. There are so many reasons why I love vintage furniture and have it in my home (we have hardly any […] Read more…
I don’t know about you, but there is something exciting about September. Personally, I love autumn and even though it’s still hot outside, I can almost feel it coming. I think it is because we are all running around getting the kids ready for “Back To School” which is such an exciting time of new […] Read more…
I am one busy woman, sometimes I wonder though how productive I actually am. Running the National Vintage Wedding Fair takes up a whole heap of my time, then I have my freelance writing, this blog, managing my own and other’s social media accounts, plus two young children with oodles of homework and after school […] Read more…
I don’t know about you, but I sit at my desk for at least 6 hours a day and I know that when I had a more corporate job, I worked at it for over 10 hours! Lighting the room properly is crucial to ensure you don’t strain your eyes which will cause headaches and […] Read more…
I used to wear vintage a lot when I worked in a corporate office. While most of the time I looked wonderful (even if I say so myself!) there was always a fine line between looking great yet professional and being known for my funny clothes rather than my on point Power Point skills! So how […] Read more…
I love autumn and winter for fashion. I love wrapping up warm, wearing hats and long boots although I hate the rain and snow (as it tends to ruin my boots!). This week I have been embracing this, and enjoyed getting my monochrome on. It is quite a smart look, perfect for bringing a bit […] Read more…
Remember that feeling of when, as a child you started the new year at school? Full of anticipation with shiny new shoes and a packed pencil case, full of tales of a glorious summer holiday in 6 weeks of hot sun. Well now is the time to feel that optimism again. Just swap the new stationary set […] Read more…
When was the last time you printed your photographs? I bet there is a whole generation out there who didn’t even realise you could. Remember when we used to have photo albums? Remember taking your film to the chemist or sending it away in a green envelope, only to get them back and realise your […] Read more…
As the year draws to a close, we are all talking about how we want to change and what we want to achieve in 2015. Whether it is a New Year’s resolution (lose weight, save money, blah, blah, blah) or writing a wordy business plan for the year ahead, we all agree that 2015 will […] Read more…
“Working from home is a modern trend, with so many of us enjoying the flexibility this brings us especially when managing our own business. With the arrival of the home computer in the 1981, internet in the early 1990s and efficient broadband in more recent times, having a study or home office has never been […] Read more…
“In the early 1930s, the Anglepoise lamp was designed using a newly developed concept of balancing weights using springs and levers. This enabled a light to be angled in any position which was perfect for work and study. The first lamp was made by the British company, Herbert Terry and Sons and designed by George […] Read more…
This month we have been featured in the magazine Inside Crochet. This publication is new to me, not being a crochet gal and it’s fair to say I now love it. Firstly about our 2 page feature: Lindsey Harrad interviewed me some time back about the book and my working space. She has written a great […] Read more…
It’s Fathers day this weekend and the usual dilemna crops up. What to buy our daddys? The shops are full of useless tat for him such as “I Love My Dad” slippers as well as more useful yet boring car wash kits. So here are some ideas that are both vintage and fun which should […] Read more…
As Father’s Day is approaching, my children (with a little help from me) need to decide what to get their Daddy. The shops are full of mugs and T-shirts saying “I love my Dad” but we, at Your Vintage Life feel this isn’t really the way forward. Why not shower him with retro and vintage […] Read more…