Steampunk style revelation...am I the last to know?

A few years I found myself spending almost all of my spare time playing one particular PC game and another few years later obsessing over its' sequel!

This is actually pretty funny because I'm known to only bother (drool,rather) about the Sims series and it makes sense. I'm a very busy person, I have lots of hobbies and don't care much about PC games, the Sims is almost like an inspiration and creation tool for me and of course it has it's entertainment advantages as well (that's whatever separates it from 3ds max :P ).





But this one particular game...an adventure game, Syberia (and it's sequel) had me glued to my desk for days and days. I blame it on the mystical, victorian, somewhat retrofuturistic atmosphere that Benoit Sokal and the rest of the Microids company team created.

Notice the Art Nouveau architecture? It's my favorite historical art genre.You'd think that with my love for Romantic, Art Nouveau, Japanese style and design I have a very complex taste but they all link with each other in many ways. One of them, is the "Syberia" style itself.




So...for years and years I've been hooked to this new (for me) style but I could never quite find a word to describe it perfectly, I could only mumble about it for hours,trying to define it!




Some days ago, my eye stopped on a word amidst the text of a random site. "Steampunk"...steampunk? Sounds pretty...what it is?? Yeap...it was what I've been looking for without knowing what I'm looking for! hehehe

Steampunk is a sub-genre of fantasy and speculative fiction that came into prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. The term denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still widely used—usually the 19th century—but with prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, or real technological developments like the computer occurring at an earlier date. (source: wikipedia)


As an online window shopping junkie I had to go and search Etsy (what's with me and this place?? :P) just to create the perfect steampunk outfit (the need to create the perfect steampunk adobe -always with a touch of my individual style- will be satisfied through the Sims 3, I'll be sure to post it and upload it soon).

By the way...I don't like to advertise but I appreciate all things handmade and believe in supporting freelance crafters all over the world, that's why I post finds from Etsy and not some other online store (if you know any other online stores like this please tell me).


Very "Aviator" style outfit, I love the little cape. Creator: whiteapple



A great way to adopt the style without looking "costumey"! I just love this t-shirt!
Creator: blackmirrordesign



Another amazing find, a beauuuutiful jacket/shrug, I'd wear it with pretty much anything...
Creator: blackmirrordesign





Speaking of Jules Verne...isn't this totally "20.000 leagues under the sea" reminiscent???
Creator: chinookhugs



"I just murdered a watch" wrist cuff! no...that's not it's name, that's just me being silly-happy :P
Creator: edmdesigns



Last but not least...how would I ever begin an adventure without my brass goggles???? O.o
Haha...I'd wear it as a headband easily though! Creator: ProfMaelstromme

There...my love for steampunk style is out....I can sleep now. :)

Back with nore colour...and a design orientated post. K.

The Sweetest of Finds...(and how to get your colour back)

What's with me and I can't see the Colour lately??? Well...I guess it happens sometimes even to me! Remember the "mean reds" mentioned at "Breakfast at Tiffany' s" by the ever-so-graceful Audrey Hepburn? That's what's been happening to me the last few days and I'm still striving to get it out of my system.

Audrey, as the lovely Holly Gollightly, may find taking a cab to Tiffany' s to be helpful but there's nothing as delightful as such, close to where I live. That's why I had to (once again) escape into the world of my favorite online shop to do some windowshopping and cheer me up a little! :)

This time I was looking for a sugar shot, a sweet escape, a mouthwatering dessert assortment...but without any of the actual sugar and calories of the real thing.


So...here you go, the most delicious, tiny, cute, diet friendly, suitable for diabetics, will-never-let-you-down desserts, all handpicked by me (and it was quite a difficult decision to make, if I can say so myself!!!)





What I love most about polymer clay sweets is that sometimes they look even better than the real thing!!! Mint Donut Ring with Sprinkles by BabyLovesPink






I've never had such a rich sundae but I can almost smell the different flavors just by looking at this! Ice Cream Sundae Ring by kacchan





I'm a sucker for Oreo cookies and this one is the most realistic fake (lol) I've seen!
Mini Oreo Cookie Ring by BabyLovesPink





Have I mentioned I love charm bracelets? Have I also mentioned I love cupcakes???
No?! Well...i do! Sugar High Charm Bracelet by MossyOwl




This one is actually a ring...a yummy chocolate truffle ring! Chocolate Truffle Ring by kacchan





A brownie necklace??? Sure, if you'd love for someone to bite into your neck ( "New Moon"'s giving me weird associations) Chocolate Brownie Necklace by mishibu





A golden heart cookie pendant...it even opens up so you can put photos or hide secrets inside! :)
Heart Sugar Cookie Locket by skybluebunny






Another beautiful,chic and simple charm bracelet with the tiniest vanilla ice cream cone!!!
Vanilla Soft Serve Ice Cream Cone by skybluebunny






Last but not least my top two picks... I'm actually going to buy these asap.

I think you already now my love for french macarons. So, naturally...I can't resist a tiny little jar with colorful macarons inside!!! French Macarons Rainbow Bottle Necklace by puffpastry






My No1 pick is this cute teacup ring because of the amazing detail, and it's strawberry scent!!
Purple Scented Teacup Ring by Candychick

There you go...the sweetest finds from Etsy!!! I think I have some of my colour back now.
I have to say...as these at all handmade, I am stunned by your work guys (mostly girls actually :P)!!!

I'll give it a try and make a few tiny sweets of my own but you...you are great at this!!!

*big applause*


When I have my first attempts ready, fresh out of the oven, I'll be sure to post picks here (please don't compare, I'm a mere mortal :P)

Until next time...(you bet it'll be sooner than later!) keep it colourful! K.D.

Ten steps to the Belle Epoque Fantasy aka Etsy Vintage Finds

The last few days I've been feeling a little melancholic, a little theatrical and very very fragile and feminine (no...not in a good sense!)

To turn around the "damsel in distress" picture in my favor, I had to "bury" myself in
Belle Epoque fantasies and a few of my favorite vintage finds from Etsy.

If I'm going to be a damsel in distress I better be in the right era to do so (and properly accessorized too!)

Here are ten steps to my Belle Epoque Fantasy


1) To saw on my coats and jeans,cute as a button buttons! Vintage Buttons from ButtermilkSky





2) To wear around ivory neck, Antique button and vintage lace necklace by sparrowsalvage




3) To protect my delicate hands , Crocheted Gloves by vintagevalise





4) To have an exclusive "oh so chic" tea party in my garden, Antique teapot by Jannyfay




5) To properly try the homemade jam, Antique Sterling Silver Spoon by Jannyfay






6) To taste the homemade pastries and sweets, Green Carnival Glass Dish by BazarBcuz






7)To stylishly drink my way into oblivion ;) ,Whiskey Depression Glass by Jape






8) To ,not exactly fight, the tears that are coming, White Linen Handkerchief by dishyvintage







9) To prepare by putting on the most amazing dress, Helene wedding dress by Leanimal






10) And to finally set sail for the stars, Royal Traveller train case by RetroLane


Of I go then...when I come back (and it won't be long),
I promise to bring new,exotic colours with me! K.