Retro Photo Effects

There are many free sites online where one can create vintage effects and be very creative to your photographs. 

Here is my first example. A photo of my 4 year old's first day home from kindergarten. Just a little excited and proud of herself and her macaroni necklace!

Original photograph 2012

Using http://pixlr.com/o-matic/, they have many vintage effect available. I used the 'Doug' vintage effect for a subtle change.

Vintage 'Doug' Effect 2012

http://www.instantretro.com/ is a very easy site to use.  You just need to make sure you reset every time you want to try a new effect. Otherwise they will layer and you will loose the quality.

Ava Rose 21012 Original

There are so many options at Instant Retro. I used the 'Glowing Sun' with a Roll Effect. Funnily enough, Ava Rose is wearing a 1970s dancing costume and sitting in front of a 1970s table lamp!

Ava Rose 2012 Instant 'Retro Glowing Sun' and Roll Effect

Hours of fun!

2013 Pin Up Calendar

Maybe you had seen this fabulous 1950s top I had for sale?

1950s Sportscraft pin up wrap blouse

If not, you will be able to see it featured in Rosie Buttons 2013 Pin Up Calendar.

 Miss May is wearing an authentic Vintage Space item!

 

rosiebutton pin-up calendar 2013

Rosie Button is a freelance photographer currently based in Perth, Australia.

1968 Olympics Uniform

 I found this photo of a very groovy uniform designed for the 1968 Olympic games!

The original caption states - "Sally Welford models one of the cape uniforms that will be worn by the guides during the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. Designed by Irma Dubost and Julie Murdoch, the outfit is done in a red and white cotton designed with the logotype "Mexico 68."

1960s Mod Fishnet Stockings

I had to share this treasure I have for sale at present.

http://www.facebook.com/vintagespace 

 A collection of brand new American 1960s fishnets still in their original packaging. 

So in love with the colours - Yellow Sting, Sweetheart Pink and Florida Orange. The back states they are perfect for casual wear, SPORT, campus and townwear. These are the stockings you wear with suspenders!

I do not have the heart to open and wear them, so here they are available for sale. A bargain at $20 each. Simply pick your colour Xx

The Scribble Diary

Love this new diary. 

Created by Lisa Currie, an illustrator
who has fun encouraging people to collaborate and self-express through doodling. Basically a 365 sketch-friendly journal that prompts you to express whatever it is on your mind in a visual form rather than with straight lines and words. 

http://www.thescribblediary.com/

Inside the Scribble Diary

This page reminds me of doodling patterns on my school paper whilst listening to the teacher in high school. I am sure it opened my mind to higher learning! Well anyway, it made me relax and enjoy the class. This diary is on my wish list for sure.

B.V.D Malibu Swimsuit 1932

Okay, it is the middle of winter for us at the moment and I purchased a pair of bathers (swimsuit)!

 How could I resist? The swimsuit was titled "60's knit bikini swimsuit"

The reality is the swimsuit is a surf suit circa 1932, style  'Malibu', label B.V.D. A knit brassiere top with separate trunks. In a cherry red colour with white accents. Wow!

1934 BVD Swimsuit Advertisement

B.V.D, was established in 1876 and located in the Empire States building, New York. A manufacturer and seller of underwear for men and women in Canada as well. In 1929 Olympic swimmer Johnny Weissmuller was hired to model and represent the company at swimshows throughout the country wearing their swimwear.

I didn't realise how sweet the 1930s swimwear was. The knitted fabric is really thick and supportive. Maybe a tad itchy! I am so glad when my vintage knowledge pays off with a bargain such us this.

1953 Eames Hang It All Rack

 Looking for a hook solution for my girl's room, I could not go past this iconic design. 

Ray Eames designed a variety of whimsical toys and furniture pieces specifically for children, including this 1953 piece for Tigrett Enterprises Playhouse Division. 

The quality of this design replica is very good. Made from a welded steel wire frame with a  powder-coat finish. The hooks are solid maple wood, lacquer painted in nine bright colours.

 I was extra happy with the dimensions of the piece as it is so practical and will fit my two girl's school bags, umbrellas and wet weather jackets for winter.

How sweet is this original 1950s photo of the Hang It All Rack?

One piece of advice - shop around for a reasonable price as they do vary greatly in price. I paid $62 including postage for mine. I am one happy customer.