I am a journalist by day and an avid fan of anything vintage, retro and unusual the rest of my time.
I wanted to create a space where I could share my ideas, inspiration and encourage others to do the same. This wee blog is my window to the world of creative expression – I do hope you enjoy it – and come back soon!
Vintage Verity 
Shiv
I think this is all very excellent Verity and I’m very excited about the tip-sharing and forthcoming inspiration!!!
I shall be popping back regularly when I need to get my creative juices a-flowing! Lovely fabrics in your pics btw, where did you get them? xx
verity
All over the place from Textiles Express in Oswestry, Shropshire to my local fabric shop in Kingswood, Bristol. In my latest post there is more info on one of my fave textile designers Alexander Henry too. Thanks for the kind words too!
Anne Tiainen-Harris
Hi! I love your site and was very pleased to see that you have featured our link on it! We have quite recently added couple of new interesting brands to our range. ISAK trays (go to: http://www.cloudberryliving.co.uk/isak-33-b.aspx) and Sami Rinne Design angel/bat/reindeer mugs (go to: http://www.cloudberryliving.co.uk/sami-rinne-design-34-b.aspx). Sami Rinne is very popular on the continent and we are the first and only ones to sell his products in the UK.
Kind Wishes,
Anne/Cloudberry Living
Anna
Hello hello I found you because I’m looking for vintage lace in Berlin (for my wedding dress!) and your site comes up. Can you help me? Would you know of anyone that might be able to help me?
I love the ideas on here and I look forward to browsing for much longer!
Anna
Sean
Hello,
I’d appreciate if you can give me some feedback on our site: http://www.regencyshop.com
I realize that you are home decor-Contemporary Furniture connoisseur 🙂 I’d like to hear your opinion/feedback on our products. Also, it’d be swell if you can place our link on your blog.
Thank you,
Sean
Mark
Hi Verity
I found your site whilst trying to determine whether Cath Kidson sells Kitsch, Chic or Vintage products. My wife has recently setup her own company selling what she calls Kitsch homeware and accessories but I’m still confused as I still associate Kitsch with some pretty tacky stuff and I think ‘most’ of her items (most of which she makes herself) is quite tasteful.
Perhaps you and your readers wouldn’t mind giving it a review, any feedback is useful. You can find the site at http://www.sparklypinkdesigns.co.uk
I’ve read a couple of your articles, short and sweet and to the point, you obviously know what you are talking about. Thanks for the education, I’ll keep reading and maybe I’ll have a clue one day.
Cheers
Mark
Sean
I’d appreciate if you can give me some feedback on our site: http://www.regencyshop.com and our item hanging Egg Chair.
I realize that you are home decor-modern design connoisseur 🙂 I’d like to hear your opinion/feedback on our products. Also, it’d be swell if you can place our link on your
blog.
Thank you,
Sean
Sean
Hello,
I’d appreciate if you can give me some feedback on our site: http://www.regencyshop.com and our item hanging Ball chair.
I realize that you are home decor-modern design connoisseur 🙂 I’d like to hear your opinion/feedback on our products. Also, it’d be swell if you can place our link on your blog.
Thank you,
Sean
s.dacre
stumbled on this site looking for fabric and cant leave totalty amazing
Temporary:Secretary
fabulous and awesome website you’ve created.
can’t believe i have just discovered it.
i’ll be an avid reader.
Hope you like our site (www.temporary-secretary.com)
xxx
knowledgetoday
I love your site. Keep it up !
clarabows
Thank you for your very kind words on my site! What were you thinking in relation to the Tea Party idea, organise a day of craft stalls and cake, like it. I have an obsession with Tea Parties and an obscene collection of crockery, so by all means drop me an email and we can talk as I was looking at organising an event at some point (wedding out of the way). I like the idea of bringing the craft and quintissential British Afternoon Tea together……
x 🙂
Jean Enness
Hi
I think this is a great website and I think that retro and Art Deco fans will be very interested in my website http://www.artdecor-designs.co.uk for some exciting Art Deco Style soft furnishings
designed by myself and silk screened.
I am updating my produsts constantly and have many more exciting designs to come, so check it out
Art Decor Designs
Candy
So many pretty things! I love vintage and I’m trying to find a retro hair and makeup artist in the South West (I’m in Exeter) If it’s not too cheeky, have you got any recommendations?
Felicity Hall
Hi Verity
Thought you might like to take a look at my new needlepoint kit range- http://www.felicityhall.co.uk
Hope you like my designs!
Felicity
John Ruddock
Hi Verity,
Love the site, I stumbled across it searching for Bristol based writers.
I’m trying to find different writers and bloggers based in Bristol that would be willing to contribute to our site ActivBristol. It is an information website for Bristol and I think you would be perfect for adding some articles on the best places to shop in Bristol etc.
If you (or anyone else reading this) are interested then please contact me johnruddock82 at googlemail.com
Paul James Gough
Outstanding site [and sights[ Verity – up to the usual high standards! I want to go on a vintage holiday but first please drop me a line and say hello as I have mislaid your contact details. Keep up the great work. Cousin Paul.
Alair Reimbursement
Thank you for your very kind words on my site! What were you thinking in relation to the Tea Party idea, organise a day of craft stalls and cake, like it. I have an obsession with Tea Parties and an obscene collection of crockery, so by all means drop me an email and we can talk as I was looking at organising an event at some point (wedding out of the way). I like the idea of bringing the craft and quintissential British Afternoon Tea together……
+1
Hristina
Hey there!
We’d love to feature you on our blog (http://blog.groupon.co.uk/) email me if you’re up for collaborations 😉
Hristina
Lizzie
South West Blogger meet up Thurs 15th – Cabots circus on the big steps by Accessorize at 12noon. Come along 🙂
Claire (baloolahbunting)
Hi Verity
Congrats on the new arrival, now that’s a good reason to miss blogging!
Wondered if you’d like to do a giveaway on your blog, contact me by the email you have on record if you’d like to be involved! I’ve got loads of new vintage style wedding items!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/123406201/ring-pillow-wedding-ring-cushion-linen?ref=shop_home_active
https://www.etsy.com/listing/123458401/rustic-cutlery-holders-linen-with-ivory?ref=shop_home_active
Ta
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Gavin
Hi Verity, I recently discovered your fantastic blog, being a fan of design and the exquisite art of pattern.
I thought you might like to see an animation I recently produced based on an exhibition of post war British textiles at the Copenhagen Design Museum. The idea was to bring the patterns to life with the aid of motion graphics in a dynamic and intriguing way.
You can see the video here: https://vimeo.com/76688645
I’d love to know what you think.
Thanks for watching, Gavin Edwards.
kathacta
Dear Verity,
Hello! Beautiful blog. I thought, as you were interested in vintage things… you may also be interested in vintage stories from Bristol.
Gas Girls is about the women who made Mustard Gas in Bristol during WW1. An original piece of theatre created by acta community theatre and 20 local people. After sell-out preview week, the show is being taken on tour across Bristol in June. All tickets only £3.
See the trailer here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hesRqrE8NHg
Please get in touch if you would be interested in hearing more 🙂
Thanks for your time.
Best wishes,
Kath 🙂
kathryn@acta-bristol.com
#WW1GasGirls