on second thought...

Recently, I have been contemplating of getting a second hand sewing machine instead of getting a brand new unit. You may ask why. Well, first of all, I would not be using the machine a lot; just to alter clothes and do some DIY sewing projects. So, I do not really need many fancy functions. And secondly, of course to save some money (hopefully). However, I am still unsure. I have my doubts.

I have been in touch with a seller and have started to ask questions. Here is a photo of the sewing machine - SINGER 6211C. A (vintage?) SINGER electronic sewing machine. I did a little research and apparently this is a heavy duty free arm sewing machine. It sews a wide range of fabrics from delicate fabrics such as voile, organza, silk to heavy fabric like leather and heavy canvas. 

Whilst the sewing machine itself seems like a good machine but there are other concerns such as the working condition of the machine (although the seller claims it is in excellent condition), spare parts availability for the machine, where to send the machine for service, its accessories and manual. According to the seller, accessories of the machine is available but not the manual.Hhmmm...

What do you think; would you buy a brand new or second hand sewing machine?

autumn outfits wishlist

The weather is getting cooler. I think the autumn is here or about to arrive. Finally, the long wait to experience autumn has over. Yay! I can wear tights and layer clothes, which I have been waiting to try to do so for some time now. Can't wait. Here I have put together my autumn outfits wishlist. 

breaking the rules...

Although I have said to myself, "Don't buy anymore clothes." many, many times since I have been here, last Sunday I broke this rule.Not only I have yet to figure out how to store extra clothes which I have brought from Malaysia, I have just added two more pieces into this pile.

What you didn't know is the price of these vintage tops. Are you ready? Here goes... each top costs HK$5. Yup, HK$5 for each top. I found these pieces on the HK$5 rack. Great finds, right? 

Another rule that I have broken is buying vintage clothes (although I should not do this in the first place) which needs alteration. Without a sewing machine, alteration is quite a challenge. I thought about altering the tops by hand but I am not sure whether this is a good idea... hhmmm.

Anyway, hope you had a lovely weekend. Stay stylish and have a good week ahead!

sight-seeing: hong kong museum of history pt 1

I love visiting museums and when I heard about  exhibition on terracotta warriors and other artifacts of the Qin Dynasty at Hong Kong Museum of History, I thought to myself that this is a MUST SEE exhibition. At first I did not know that there was a need to buy tickets in advance as this is a popular exhibition, when I reached the box office, tickets for the day were sold out. I was quite disappointed but I still have time to go again as the exhibition would end in November. Click here to view more photos of the exhibition.

Terracotta warriors on display

Here is a photo of me with a cartoon-ish terracotta warrior. Not a very vintage-y outfit but I was using my vintage Aigner handbag. This bag is my weekend handbag and I love it. I put many things inside this bag; wallet, mobile phone, umbrella, maps etc.

Have a great weekend and stay tuned for more posts on sight seeing!

same pants and heels but different top

the look: thrifted vintage top, pants, pump heels

Hello everyone! Sorry that I have gone MIA for while. I have been busy with work and then a break and now back to work. I have got couple of things to share with you but first, an outfit post. I realised that for the past two outfit posts, I wore the exact same pants and pump heels. Few of my staple wear at the moment.  

What is your staple wear?