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
The motherhood juggle
Actress Rebecca Gibney for Sunday Life
Motherhood pushes me to the absolute limits sometimes, and it’s hard to remember what life was like when I only had myself to look after, but it’s made me more motivated than ever to write and be creative. It’s because having Olive has thrown into stark relief what is, and what isn’t, important these days. I meet women all the time who say the same thing: children really focus the energies.
My gorgeous & supportive friend Jacinta interviewed me for this Sunday Life piece published last weekend – it’s a look at eight different women and their take on juggling career and motherhood.
I often read Mia Freedman’s columns and blog, and always appreciate her humour and sanity… Mostly, I just really appreciate it when women can be real, and admit when things are a challenge. All we can ever do is our best.
* Image of me and Olive taken by photographer and working mum, the lovely Amanda Prior for Sunday Life.
Kelly,
I am the mother of three little girls, work four days a week, nearly 40 ….and a closet creative. I bought your book last week to supposedly get some ideas for connecting with my girls. Well, I am happy to say not only did that happen but I connected with me.
I found your website today and then so much more.
What you have taught me in a week is that it is ok if it is not perfect. In fact, it is better!
I was in a meeting today and found myself doodling, making up ideas for brooches, pillow cases, handbags. the list goes on.
Lasy night I made a garland – before I even saw yours on the website!
I told my girls on the weekend that I would make a eiderdown for the each – they could choose the colours – and then when they leave home in 15 years time they could take it with them. They thought that was a hoot. (which is a concern!)
Anyway, thank you. thank you. thank you.
You were just what I have been looking for.
Gen Atkinson
Dear Gen,
I can’t tell you how nice it is to receive a message like this. I’m so pleased the book has helped, and you’ve got from it the exact message I set out to get across. Life just has more soul when you’re feeding yourself creatively. I promise it’s worth investing the time in.
x Kelly