The last time I went to the old town of Stockholm it was on a school trip and it was during the dark winter so on my recent trip I revisited the neighbourhood. It was partly because I didn’t remember much from my previous stay but also because I wanted to visit some handicraft stores I imagined would be […]
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If there’s one thing I always struggle with when travelling solo is eating alone at restaurants. I have no problem eating alone at home, when it’s just me and my bowl of noodles but put dining me in a public setting and I get really nervous. So obviously this is something I need to practice and […]
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Another year has gone by and I’m still blogging! Wohoooo! How am I celebrating? By editing images from my trip to Stockholm and maybe watching some Downton Abbey. Yes, I need to work on my partying skills. Next year I’m definitely going make a cake! A lot has happened during the past 12 months. I turned the […]
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During a weekend in July I flew to the other side of the pond as we call it for a much needed mini-vacation. Even though I’ve lived in Finland for most of my life, I haven’t had the habit of going to our neighbouring capital on a regular basis. Some of my friends have even told […]
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I found this cute bag at a second hand shop a while back in Vaasa. I immediately liked the size, materials and the details but me and beige? I have not been a big fan of the colour since that beige and navy phase I had ca 1999. The length of the strap also bothered me, […]
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I’m very proud of myself I have to admit. I’ve managed to do something that’s been on my summer to-do list for years now, to visit antique and vintage markets outside Helsinki. Luckily for me I have friend who was willing not not only to join me but also give me a ride! Billnäs was our […]
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As I wrote earlier, I love going to the Fiskars Village and on my recent visit I went to some of my favourite stores like Jalo and Onoma Shop. Onoma has a great mix of art, design and craft items in a myriad of materials and at reasonable price points. That store alone is worth visiting the […]
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Fiskars Village is without a doubt one of my favourite places in Finland. Ever since my first visit almost 10 years ago this cozy historic village has had me hooked. I remember that first time I was there for a school field trip. I got out of the bus and said “Ooooh, I love this place!” And what’s […]
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I’m inspired to start with some draping experiments Fascinating creatures, aren’t they? Discovering a new city with a strong art scene. This song on repeat.
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Ever since I bought THAT red coat last year, I’ve been re-examining which coat shapes work for me and dared to try on silhouettes that I before might have considered to be too oversized for my body shape. When I was in Vaasa over midsummer I was doing my usual second hand round when I […]
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If there’s one place that you’ll find on every travel guide about Berlin, it’s East side Gallery and after you’ve visited “the wall” you’ll understand why. There’s so many different styles and such vivid colours, I found it very inspiring!
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Fairy tales are constantly being reinterpreted on the big screen and costumes are an important part of conveying that other worldliness. That’s why I’ll watch the movies even though I’ve heard the story a million times before. With Mirror Mirror I think the creators were trying to update the fairy tale with a few jokes […]
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Installation by Elina Autio. I just love the colours. It’s part of the Elements exhibition currently open at Kiasma.
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A few weeks ago I hit the jackpot at a local second hand store and actually went home with a few garments. It’s very rare that I find several pieces at the same place at the same time!
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