A Vintage Treat looking for a New Home

This is a gorgeous hair slide that I recently brought...isn't she delightful?


....I couldn't resist her. She is a rare find for this little Magpie, in fact I have never seen one in such good condition.



Her star is on a pivot so she can move into different angles for your desired hair style. I bought her for me, and my hair for the wedding, but have since made something completely different and changed my mind on my up-do for the wedding....I am simply wanting my money back, and would love for someone else to get the chance to wear her.

So she is looking for a new home....if you think her elegant beauty would be perfect for your day, Please contact me on the 'email me' button on the right hand side of my blog....

She truly is a gem, and at £45 (I paid £38....£7 is to cover the costs of Postage & Packing) that includes the P&P charge and she will be sent with Next Day Royal Mail post.

Feel free to ask me any questions you might have!

A Stunning Thank You

Do you remember this Vintage Magpie fascinator?



Those silky roses, soft veiling and the sweet grey ribbon....



Well this is how it looked on the day.......

Stunning don't you think?? I love her eye shadow that matches....just beautiful!

Thank you Emma for remembering to send me a photo, it really does brighten my day to see how lovely my VM brides look on their special day xxx

The London Vintage Wedding Fair...

Well after a long day in London yesterday, I finally feel back to normal!!

The fair was wonderful, intimate, fun and ohhh so VERY vintage! This little magpie fitted in very well.

There where a bus load of stunningly gorgeous brides-to-be there, all bedazzled with the whole world of vintage they had just walked into. I think many a lady went home with their dream dress and there were smiles all round.

My Vintage Magpie's stand was sparkling in the fab spring sunshine... ladies surrounding the stand, attracted by the twinkling crystal.

My Vintage Map luggage labels where a huge success...many going to be used for Name cards, Grooms gift tags and save the date cards... but....

....The show stopper of the day was my Cafe Latte Fascinator.....

Lovingly adored and tried on by most girls there...one lucky lady got to go home with it and a few were most disappointed...but I'm working on that!!

My lovely Ma helped me out...she was a God send...it wouldn't have been possible or anywhere near as much fun without her help and love...even in the mad traffic of London town!!....so Thank you Ma!!! xxx

Thank you all for coming, saying 'Hi' and giving me some lovely, positive and muchly appreciated feedback...I love to hear that you read this little tale of my work and life, and that it keeps you interested enough to keep coming back for more Vintage Magpie love....xxx

Simple Pleasures...

I have just sent off a fascinator for one of my gorgeous brides....I love the simple ivory and silver raw silk, some feathers and a bit of Sparkle....

Simple classic designs give me so much pleasure...timeless and elegant.

On Saturday I took a train to Lewes... back to the place where I had my little Nest...I strangely don't miss it. I miss creating window displays, and having people drop in for a chat, but I love my new studio...I enjoy being at home and making a mess!

I popped in to see some familiar faces... lots to catch up on...lots of lovely things to look at...

I bought this from my friend Richard....

....I adore it, I think it will look amazing with some gorgeously large olives in it...yum!

...and while we are talking about simple pleasures....I am off to make some more bunting!!

Clashing colours - Green and Turquoise Theme

I love clashing colours. It is very rare that I get asked to make a bouquet with bold colours in it. So I thought I would make one just for the fun of it! I love the veiling around the bouquet...it ties the whole theme together.

This Ribbon started it off...isn't it wonderful? It is really simple and totally cute. I put it next to a green dress I have and was blown away with just how good it looked...maybe a photo shoot will be needed!!

The whole collection will be sold together in my Moonbeams Kiss the Magpie shop for £220. This is for the buttonhole, bouquet, and hair piece. The P&P charge is included in that price too....me thinks a bargain for looking H.O.T on your wedding day!!

Email me if you are interested..... xxx

Wordless Wednesday - Cream Theme

Items all handmade with love by Vintage Magpie x

A sneak peak...

A sneak peak at some things that will go on Etsy soon!

Ascot Anyone?

I have been a busy girl of late.


Orders are going out thick and fast and The Nest is full of half complete bouquets.

I also had a request for a Ascot Hat...well boater really!

This is a before....

....and the after!

A vintage dress in cream, blue and red...with this to top her head! The best bit is that I managed to make it in 2 corsages, so she can use them on dresses, belts or another hat in the future!

Simply pin on and go....Summer must be coming if it's Ascot soon! Enjoy Jo x

A healthy obsession

I seem to have a obsession with fascinators!

I'm liking it to food... when you find something yummy, you tend to cook it lots... then you get bored of it! So, if you don't see any more of these for a while, you know why.







But for the time being I'm having lots of fun... but I think I need someone better to model for me!

Why the sad face Emsie?

Miss Natalie

Can you spot my amazing 'Keep Calm and Carry On' Lipbalms? They are just Yummy and totally natural!

Do you remember my fab wedding cards? Well Miss Natalie has been busy... this wonderful limited silk screen print is a new arrival in 'The Nest'.

She has a passion for children's stories and will be a very successful children illustrator...this is Cinderella, and the ugly sisters! I love it, the vintage frame adds to the drama.

She had just finished her new website... which is here. I feel like I should buy this signed pint, because I just know she will be famous!

This is my latest creation, a bespoke hair fascinator. I love the colours, just perfect for a May wedding.

Thank you all for your kind words about 'Baby Magpie' your support is fantastic....Thank You, Thank You!!

New ideas...

For a while now I have been wanting to try new ideas, but that little thing called time was never there. The most amazing fact about having a workshop is that you get to sit and play all day!


The Nest is proving to be an inspiration. Having all your bits and bobs to hand, never having to roam the flat trying to remember where I have put something. The fact that I have opening hours and simply have to be there is the best discipline a girl could have!



In the last week I have made; necklaces, bag/mobile phone charms, cake toppers, ring pillows and fascinators!




The skill of taking a photo of your head was lost on me... I must have looked an idiot in the shop today. But at least the fascinator looks good!! Unlike my nose...The Wonderful Dutch Man said that I must have been telling lies...... the cheek!! I'm blaming the angle!

My 'Hello lucky sailor boy' bag/mobile charm.
£10

My 'Oh La La Paris' Necklace
£28

As I have told you before 'The Secret' is a huge source of positive energy for me. This was my word of wisdom this morning.

Enjoy your weekend xxx

Loving Jane Taylor Millinery

Do you want a Hat/Hairpiece/Fascinator to go with your Vintage Magpie Bouquet? Something that ties your Vintage look together??

....Well you just must look at Jane Taylor Millinery. She is a wonderful designer, who uses vintage finds in her work! Seems I have been getting a few requests for hairpieces/fascinators I thought I would let you see her work for yourselves!

She has a studio in Southwest London, and offers a bespoke service. Designing to your needs, she can dye to order, and ladies that includes your shoes and bag!!

She is a wonderful, exciting find and I hope you take a moment to look at her collection.