Innehållsförteckning för September 2022 från Mollie Magazine

We’re all about celebrating the joy of secondhand in the September issue of Mollie. Often September issues of magazines showcase new fashion from the runways of Paris and Milan, but we’ve gone the opposite way. With our planet in crisis on many fronts, it’s vital that we move away from fast fashion and start embracing secondhand. I was so surprised to learn from Sarah Rodrigues’ feature on page 74 that 10,000 items of clothing are sent to landfill every five minutes. It really is an eye opener about using loving what we have and making much more considered purchases. The good news is that it’s easier than ever to seek out secondhand fashion and homeware. Go hunting in person at charity shops and car boots, or take a virtual look…

+ Take your embroidery hoop off the jumper when you’re not stitching as it will stretch the fabric SWEATSHIRT Got a jumper that’s been languishing at the back of your drawer? Or one from the charity shop that needs some TLC? This your opportunity to turn it into an item of sheer joy with just some embroidery thread and a few stitches. Take Rebeckah’s design as a starting point but feel free go wild style with your floral embellishments. This would also make a lovely gift for a pal – the crafty alternative to sending a bouquet of flowers. CAP Adding pretty flowers and leaves will instantly uplift any headgear. Embroidery newbies will love this project as it uses simple lines of lazy daisy stitches interspersed with pearl seed beads.…

WHO Maude Smith @maude_made WHERE Stockwell, London Artist Maude Smith’s Victorian terraced home of just six years is a far cry from the modernity of its surroundings in Stockwell, south east London. More reminiscent of an established country pile, it is brimming with nature’s influence, time-worn furniture, chintz, curious collections and a naive creativity that places it more accurately in a fairytale than a sprawling city. Heavily influenced by the home of Vanessa Bell and the Bloomsbury Group, Charleston near Lewes in Sussex – which exudes freedom of expression – the house, with its beautifully illustrated features, is a testament to artistic passion. Having grown up in rural Yorkshire, Maude studied textiles at Edinburgh College of Art. Later, in London, she turned her attention to illustrating children’s books, mural and…

+ Feel free to mix and match your prints – that’s what makes this project fun! MATERIALS ■ Vintage tea towel ■ Assorted vintage fabrics ■ Sewing machine ■ Iron ■ Tailor’s chalk or erasable fabric marker ■ A length of ½cm-wide elastic (enough for the elasticated neckline) Vania Soucy is a Brazilian artist based in New York City. She runs the Wardrobe School turning fabric into wearable and fun pieces. She loves upcycling clothes so much, that for her birthday she chooses to go thrifting. She can’t resist a vintage textile and loves mixing colourful prints. Here she shows us how to put together a very bold and unusual top made from a vintage tea towel and other vintage fabrics. 1 To make the front of the top, fold…

WEEKEND PROJECT DIY MATERIALS ■ Mirror with flat wooden frame ■ Sandpaper, 320-400 grit ■ Half wooden balls – available from Amazon, eBay and larger craft shops ■ Strong wood glue such as Gorilla Epoxy Glue ■ Masking tape ■ Spray paint (we used Montana in Pink Lemonade) ■ Gloss varnish + It’s a good idea to place all the half balls on the frame before gluing, to work out the space you’ll need between each piece 1 Begin by lightly sanding the wooden frame on your mirror, then wipe the surface with a damp cloth to remove all traces of dust. 2 Apply a few small blobs of glue to the flat side of a half wooden ball, and place it onto the frame. Make sure there are no…

The guilt around buying new clothes has long been almost the stuff of comedy, with jokes around hiding receipts, fibbing about prices and passing off brand new outfits with a casual “What, this? Oh, I’ve had it ages.” But in recent years, the true cost of constant wardrobe updates has been thrust ever more into the spotlight, with figures demonstrating, alarmingly, just how much of an impact the making, buying and disposal of fashion has upon the planet. For example: · The fashion industry is the second highest user of water worldwide, producing 20 percent of global water waste (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, 2018) · More than a third of the microplastics that enter the oceans come from wearing and washing our clothes (International Union for Conservation of…

SELF-CARE PRODUCTS 1 LET IT GO It can feel hard to set aside time for practising gratitude when the busyness of everyday life gets in the way. The Self-Love Journal will prompt you to review your feelings, set challenges, and suggest self-care activities. Beautifully illustrated, the A5 journal is printed using vegetable inks on eco-friendly paper, so it’s kind to the planet as well as your mind. Self-Love Journal, from £16.50, www.thesunandmysoul.com 2 GET LOST IN THE PAGES Is there anything better than curling up with a new book and some chocolate? Sign up to Bookishly and receive a modern novel based on a classic tale in the post each month, plus a beautiful artisan sweet treat. Classics Revisited Book and Chocolate Subscription, £18, www.bookishly.co.uk 3 POSITIVE VIBES Take a…

Vania Soucy Sewist Vania is a Brazilian artist based in NYC. For her birthday she chooses to go thrifting, and she can’t resist a vintage textile! As a baby, Vania would sleep on her master seamstress mother’s sewing machine as she worked, so it’s not surprising she runs her own refashioned clothing business, Wardrobe School. Head to page 48 to find Vania’s tea towel top. www.wardrobeschool.com Iku Nishikawa Kintsugi specialist Born and raised in Kochi, Japan, Iku studied graphic design and then worked in fashion marketing. It was while helping at a series of kintsugi workshops and lectures that she became attracted to this beautiful form of repair. Iku now runs Kintsugi Oxford, offering repairs and workshops in traditional kintsugi. Iku shares her kintsugi knowledge on page 84. www.kintsugioxford.com Linda…

1 Totally tropical vibes. Lush Green/Pink Velvet Fabric, £79, by Woodchip & Magnolia.www.woodchipandmagnolia.co.uk 2 A blend of botanical and brass. Green Palm Leaf Pendant Light, £84, by Idyll Home.www.idyllhome.co.uk 3 A symphony of florals. Forever That Girl Printed Skirt Set, £160, by Anthropologie. www.anthropologie.com 4 Wearable nature. Adjustable Leaf Ring, £9, by Nikita by Niki.www.noths.com/nikitabyniki 5 Pretty paper posters. Fribo Poster, €33.50, by Creative Collection. www.bloomingville.com 6 Keep it cool. Pink Glass Plant Mister, £9, by Fred Aldous.www.fredaldous.co.uk 7 Inspired by pressed flowers. Floral Decorative Ceramic Bowl, from £36.89, by Ceramics By Orly.www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ceramicsbyorly 8 Grow plants on furniture. RHS Decoupage Paper Mint, £11.95, by Annie Sloan.www.anniesloan.com 9 Fake it ’til you make it. Faux Dasheen Plant, £70, by Rose & Grey.www.roseandgrey.co.uk 10 Bedroom statement piece. Lohko Green Floral Inlay Desk…

INSTANT UPGRADE TIME TO GET COSY A reversible c quilt is an easy way to change the colour scheme in your room, as well as adding a gorgeous floral touch. Ian Snow Blossom Pink & Blue floral Pistachio Quilt, £159, www.iansnow.com A Woman With Her Whippet Vase, £720, shop.pollyfern.com Hana Floral Trim Lampshade, £60, www.birdiefortescue.co.uk Brighton Classic And Retro Radio, £49.99, www.noths.com/steepletone SIT IN STYLE Inspired by the chairs you see in traditional French bistros, the caned seat and minimal design of this chair means it will transcend any design trends. Camargue Solid Oak Dining Chair in Weathered Oak, £250, www.oka.com I see seashells With motifs inspired by shell, sea anemones and coral reefs, these Tilda precut hexies are ideal for making your own quilts and cushions. Precut Hexies in…

+ To punch up the pinkness of your strawberry ice cream, dye the base with beetroot juice PREP: 45 MINUTES, PLUS CHILLING AND FREEZING MAKES: 950ML (APPROX) INGREDIENTS FOR THE ICE CREAM 15–20 (450 grams) strawberries, green tops removed and coarsely chopped1 tbsp fresh lemon juice(about ½ a lemon)200 grams sugar475 ml double cream235 ml whole milk¼ tsp fine sea salt5 large free-range egg yolks1 qty strawberry sauce (see below) FOR THE STRAWBERRY SAUCE 200 grams strawberries, thickly sliced150 grams sugar2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon) EQUIPMENT Medium saucepanBlenderWhiskHeatproof spatulaDigital thermometer (optional)Large bowl or sinkSmaller bowl, ideally metalIce cream maker (optional –see tip opposite)Storage containerButter knife 1 Combine the strawberries, lemon juice and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan. Set aside for 20 minutes, or until the strawberries have…

We’ve had an eventful summer break and it feels like a great time to settle back into finishing some projects before the end of the year. I have a few patchwork blankets which just need wadding and binding before passing on to new babies in the family. I recently made a quilt-as-you-go cushion that’s perfect for using up scraps from the overflowing pile! I’ve also made use of leftovers for other small projects, such as bucket hats and bags, to clear some space in my craft room. I’ve actually got some exciting news about my craft room. For several years I’ve done most of my crafting from a corner of our conservatory, but this has its drawbacks when the weather is very hot or cold. So I’ve moved my craft…

GIVE SECOND-HAND A GO CHARITY SHOPPING ONLINE If you’re visiting a new area, it’s always worth checking out the local charity shops to see if you can find a treasure. But now, you don’t even have to leave the house with the likes of high street favourites British Heart Foundation. Shop designer, vintage and one-of-a-kind pieces through their eBay store with the handy bonus of being able use the search bar to find those pieces missing from your current wardrobe. The BHF saves over 57,000 tonnes of goods from going to waste, including 13,000 of preloved clothes, so you can also feel good about doing your bit for the environment. www.bhf.org.uk/shop REVIVE YOUR CLOTHES RE_CONSIDERED There is a revolution in recycled, upcycled and ‘flipped’ clothes at the moment, and Re_…

MATERIALS ■ Fresh hydrangeas ■ Secateurs ■ Straight-sided vases ■ Twine ■ Raffia ■ Florist wire 1 For best results, you will need to gather hydrangea blooms towards the end of their flowering season (late summer). Make sure you cut them on long stems (35-45cm). 2 Once indoors, using the secateurs, cut the stems at an angle and snip off any leaves. 3 Half fill the vases with fresh water and place a few stems in each. Don’t crowd them as they won’t dry evenly. 4 Let the water evaporate naturally (two to three weeks) and the hydrangeas should feel dry and papery to touch and ready to use. 5 To make a simple garland, fix a length of twine securely across a wall or chimney breast. Tie a few…

THE MODERN ARCH ✦ We’ve seen a huge trend for curved interiors in 2022, but it’s arches in particular that are taking centre stage as we transition from summer through to autumn. We’re not suggesting you start knocking down walls and replacing with archways just yet. Instead, opt for contemporary arch-shaped accessories such as mirrors and chairs, or DIY a painted arch using a handy stencil. TACTILE TEXTURES ✦ Create a warm and inviting space to unwind in by introducing textiles, objects and wall treatments in a range of visually appealing materials. Give a nod to the trend for tactile textures with strokeable pillows, woven rugs and tufted hangings, and as autumn begins to draw in, make sure you’ve got a knitted blanket project on the go, ready to curl…

+ Swap out the essential oils for your preferred scent. Make sure to avoid citrus essential oils (such as lemon, orange, grapefruit & tangerine) if you’re using it in the morning as they react with sunlight, damaging your skin FACE OIL REVIVE YOUR SKIN THE NATURAL WAY WITH A NOURISHING FACIAL TREAT EQUIPMENT: Small lipped jug | Whisk | Tbsp measuring set INGREDIENTS : 2 tbsp sweet almond oil | ½ tsp vitamin E oil | 1 tbsp jojoba oil | 5 drops of frankincense essential oil | 2 drops of carrot seed essential oil | 2 drops of lavender essential oil This is the best DIY face oil – it’s packed full of antioxidants and rejuvenating essential oils that help to fight signs of ageing and keep your skin…