Meet Eddie

Perhaps you remember that we took over one of my brother-in-law's dogs a year ago, because one of his kids started to get allergic and they wanted to limit their pets. We got the Shetland Sheepdog Lipton and it worked out great. He is a really sweet dog, though a tad reserved to strangers- very typical of his breed, in fact. Well, now my BIL find that he can't keep the other dog either and asked us if we could consider another one. Eddie has been living with us for a week now and yesterday it become official, we are keeping him. So meet Eddie:



He is a rather unusual breed, a Dutch kooikerhondje. Like Lipton he is very sweet and friendly, though a tad wilder. They grow up together and is the same age and when Lipton moved in with us I was a bit worried that he would miss his buddy. Well, he hasn't pined, that's for sure, but they both seem very happy to be back together.



Eddie seems to be settling down very nicely with us and we are happy to have him. He is a very cuddly dog and love sitting in your lap, even if he is a bit too large for that.

Retail therapy

I feel much better than I did last week, but I'm still weak as a kitten. I also have had plenty of time to go through Etsy and found a few nuggets that I felt I needed as extra medication.

Two novelty print housedresses from the same place. Homesewn by a woman who passed away in 1944. I think they will make really nice summer frocks.





This dress is not from the 40's, even if the style is- I would guess early 80's. Still, I like the cut and the colour and it was really cheap, so I took a chance, even if it is in polyester.


A 60's cardigan, but the style is pretty classic. And I fell for the colour- I haven't worn yellow since I was three, but now I have this and also the yellowe ensemble I just finished.


The most extravagant of my purchases, an evening gown in silk from the late 30's. I just couldn't resist it and I do have occasions in May to wear it.

Temporarily not here

I try not to let ordinary life, unless it is about something close to the theme of the blog, spill over too much here, but I have been rather silent for a while. The reason have been some ongoing health problems that has grew worse lately. Now I have finally found out that I have a version of pneumonia and hopefully anti-biotics will set me right soon. However, the rest of the week I will just rest, keeping computer time to a minimum. The plan is to be back, full of energy and zest, next week.


(Picture source: http://www.thepinupfiles.com/elvgren2.html)

A review of the Jasmine blouse, Colette Patterns #1018

There have been quite a buzz over Colette Patterns for quite some time now, but initially I wasn’t that interested, I don’t know why, really. Then I succumbed and bought a couple of patterns and so far I haven’t regretted it. Colette Patterns have a growing line of patterns that aren’t reproduction patterns, but has a distinct vintage feel to them. Though the skirts and dresses generally are too short for a 40’s style that is something that is easy to change.

Source: colettepatterns.com via Elisa on Pinterest

Winner of the giveaway

The giveaway is over and a winner have been picked with the help of a random number generator. I know that some of you had problems looking at the website, but have no fear, I entered you as well. I gave each of you a number in the order you commented and the generator gave me back number 9:

Lithia Black

I would like to thank the rest of you for participating and for your kind comments about my birthday!

Fraulein Frauke Presents Cuba Libre

It’s time for Fraulein Frauke Presents… again on May 26 and this time the theme is Cuba Libre. For once it takes place on a weekend when I’m not working, which is nice, as I don’t have to watch the clock all evening. I am, however, coming straight from a wedding, but I have an idea on a new frock that I think will work for both occasions. I’m not really the type for wearing fruits in my turban, but I can stretch to flowers. In any case I am sure I will have as much fun as usual.

Giveaway reminder

Just a little reminder that the giveaway ends tomorrow. Check it out if you haven't already seen it.