If you are interested in Vintage prints then Belfast’s very own The Paper Museum could be of interest to you.
In their own words, the Paper Museum “curates and collects paper of scientific, artistic and historic interest”.
It has been a labour of love for the two people behind it since it was founded in 2010 and with the recent launch of their website they have been starting to gain traction in the local scene.
You can have a look at their work on their Facebook Page on their Official Website.
Site: http://www.athomewithuglyduckling.co.uk/
Low Down: (Taken from the about page) Based in Belfast, Ugly Duckling brings you customised, one-off pieces of furniture complimented by carefully selected retro homewares and bespoke home accessories.
About a week and a half ago we went to the Jacob Street launch.
First things first I would like to apologise that it has taken so long to get something online about it – I hate missing deadlines but things have been a bit crazy here recently.
I had written about the launch a while back and was looking forward to seeing what the shop had to offer.
We were greeted at the door by the lovely Maureen Collins, who actually works for some companies that I also work for in my 9-5 and a lovely spread of champagne and tasty treats.
After chatting to a couple of people and getting our photograph taken for the Ulster Tatler we took a look around the shop, the shop is a decent size and they have used every bit of space for their items – which not only means that there is a good selection of items to browse through but you also get that more laid back sort of indie shop vibe, which I like, especially when it comes to vintage items.
Jacob Street seemed to sell most things, from clothes to furniture and from ornaments to jewellery and all at varying budgets.
My favourite piece was probably a ceramic toad (pictures below), had I not have been going somewhere after the event there was a very good chance I would have taken him home with me!
I thought the event was well attended, the staff were lovely and I was very glad to be asked to come along.
If I am ever near that part of the Lisburn Road again I will certainly be popping in, and I suggest that you do too!
Here are a selection of pictures from the event, sorry about the quality of them – normally my phone is more than capable of taking good pictures but with the amount of professional cameras about I didn’t want to have my phone out for too long!!
Jacob Street Cakes
Our adventures in Jacob Street
Jacob Street's Pet
Jacob Street Toad
Some of the people who came to the event
Jacob Street – The eclectic, concept boutique from interior stylist Maureen Collins is moving to a standalone store at 463 Lisburn Road, Belfast (beside Bedeck).
To celebrate this they are having a bit of a shindig and you are invited!
There promises to be cupcakes and champagne – which is enough incentive for me even if you ignore the fact there will also be some excellent vintage fare on offer.
Check out the flyer and if you are interested RSVP to this email address.
Hope to see you there!
Today we attended the Vintage Home, Interiors and Design Fair and I snapped a few shots that I thought I would share. Click on any of the images to blow them up!
I enjoyed it, the stalls were well laid out and there was plenty of them to browse through.
A flyer for Lilbotique
Some vintage gaming machines.
Old Star Wars Figures
The Room
Thunder Island
Some items on display
Some cakes we bought.
A closeup of the honeycomb bun.
A closeup of the chocolate bun
Claire from The World of Kitsch was kind enough to write a quick blog entry about the site!
At this early stage in the sites development all promotion is welcomed with open arms! And to top it off I was even contacted by someone regarding the site as a result, bonus!
Thank’s so much Claire!
Decadence Vintage Fairs is putting a vintage home, interiors and design fair.
It is happening on Sunday the 4th March 2012 at the Holiday Inn on Ormeau Avenue, the admission is £5 unless you are a student or a senior, then it is £3.
More information can be found on this page.
Site: http://theworldofkitsch.com/
Low Down: A blog of retro wonders & curiosities from a Northern Irish blogger.
Site: http://vintagerockshairparlour.com/
Low Down: (Taken from the About Us page) Clare Afshar, owner and head stylist of Vintage Rocks Hair Parlour, Belfast’s first Vintage and Rock ‘N’ Roll Hair Salon is an L.A trained hair artist passionate for classic vintage & retro hairdressing with a sexy Rockabilly twist.
Site: http://www.decadencevintagefairs.com/
Low Down: (taken from their About section) Having introduced premier vintage fairs to Ireland in 2008, we continue to pioneer the vintage way with a wide repertoire of vintage events.