Kelly Doust introduces readers to her wonderful world of reviving and customising vintage pieces, while bringing a modern and unique twist to wearing vintage clothes – Dita Von Teese
Fuel for Crafty Minxes
Praline twist from Bourke St Bakery
Much of the business of crafting can only occur with the aid of morning or afternoon tea for sustenance. So has it ever been, and long shall it continue. I cannot imagine sewing without a freshly brewed pot of tea next to me, and some naughtiness of the baked variety. I could postulate that it stimulates the imagination. Or just admit that sugar and caffeine make me happy. Is it any wonder I’m in the process of making a felt teapot and slice of cake to adorn a little girl’s dress? Or that my new book seems to have a lot of food-themed craft? I’d be lost without my twin vices: T2 teas and the Bourke Street Bakery in Marrickville. Amen.
Mouthwateringly divine lemon tart
And yes, I ate both of these today. Don’t judge me. Sewing is hungry work.
Office drudge is also hungry work and I’ve been inspired just now to purchase a chocolate tart from Central Baking Depot (also owned by Bourke Street Bakery).
I may also have to buy BSB’s new book (published by Murdoch) although perhaps I don’t actually want to know how they are made and perhaps I don’t actually want to make them myself…