It all started so well.
At the train station in good time, taking photos, looking forward to a fabulous day.
Best laid plans, and all that...
A long delay, followed by an unscheduled change of trains, and I became a seething mass of resentment and disappointment.
I should be there by now!
Oh well, railing against events you can't do anything about is pretty pointless. Though I really don't like to be late. Especially not a whopping 2 hours late.
Not when there are gorgeous blog buddies waiting for me!
Thankfully, a restorative pint (ta, Vix, I owe you a drink!) and lunch was waiting for me in Wetherspoons, along with three of the most delightful, funny, chatty and friendly people ever!
Here are Vix, Clare and Tania hard at work investigating the vintage loveliness on offer in the legendary Second to None.
Going for a cup of tea at Vix and Jon's house felt like visiting the set of a favourite TV show or film - everything seemed so familiar, even though I hadn't been there before. It's not a set though, there's nothing fake about it; it's a real home full of all Vix's trademark style, skill and warmth.
I had the most delightful day. I love you gals!
Gifts were exchanged, and purchases were made, of course.
From Tania - Freckleface cards and mug, featuring her beautiful illustrations; a book I started reading and enjoying on the train home; bling a-plenty (brooch, earrings and bangles), and a fabulous diamond knit beret.
From Vix - wonderful 1970s dressmaking patterns; lurex fishnet tights (is there a better combination than lurex and fishnet?), bastard massive Cancerian pendant and a heart ring; and a 1970s Kati at Laura Phillips bolero top.
And from Clare - officially the Best Mix CD Ever (it includes The Stripper, how excellent is that?); and a handmade groovy girl brooch.
I spent more than I meant to at Second to None, but seriously - could you have resisted?
A green theme...
a beautiful 1950s brocade jacket and groovy 1960-70s suede jerkin. Yes, another one...
Amazing 1960s graphic print dress, 1970s denim wedge sandals (I had a very similar pair back in the day), and a floaty dream of a 1970s Sylvan maxi dress.
It needs taking in a little on the bust, but I couldn't wait to prance around the garden in it!
Can I encourage all of you to take any opportunity that comes your way to meet up with blog friends?
They don't disappoint, and they offer genuine friendship.
They don't disappoint, and they offer genuine friendship.
And after seeing Vix, Clare and Tania in their scanties in Second to None, we really are Panty Hos!
xxxx
