Silver Ring Workshop
Years ago, I trained as an industrial designer. As part of my college course I got to use all sorts of workshop tools: pillar drills, lathes (metal and wood), circular saws, plus welding and soldering equipment.
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The Ranger re-booted
These last few weeks I’ve been testing out a nice new pair of Hi-Tec Altitude Pro walking boots. Are they just stylish weekend hiker-clogs; or reliable workhorses? My old plates have been finding out.
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Nautical Chic
I jaunted across the Solent (ahoy!) to join the lovely people at Thames & Hudson and Beyond Retro for the launch of Amber Butcharts…
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Reflective Glory
Forget spinfit, a real bicycle is where’s it at. I am an enthusiastic – if fair weather – cyclist. I’m also a big fan of space fabrics. And I’ve discovered the best way to combine those two interests: hello reflective clothes.
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Designer feature : Darryl Black
I first met Darryl Black ahem-years ago in the heady days of Phillip Salons Mud Club (where I worked ‘on the door’) as she…
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Happy New Year (part one)
Early days but I am enjoying-joining-in with WightCatwalk. Big thanks to Cat for inviting me and here’s to 2015 I thought I’d just share…
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Buffalo gal, and other sales picks
Your belly’s still groaning after an indulgent day of turkey and all the trimmings, Quality Street and Bailey’s so why would you want to spend Christmas night in a sleeping bag outside your local Next store?
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Sale picks #dash!
Got some Christmas spends? Spotted these this Boxing Day morn …. Anthropology Tapestry boots £148 – £59.95 H&M metallic jumper £29.99 £15 I’ve got one…
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