Explore Gothenburg Sweden

by jenny | Feb 15, 2025 | Blog, Europe, Gothenburg

Explore Gothenburg When visiting a new city, especially one in a different country, it can be challenging to decide where to start and what to look at. That was certainly the case when I arrived in Gothenburg. Known for its canals, quirky architecture, and vibrant...

Discovering Haga, Gothenburg’s Old Town

by jenny | Dec 31, 2024 | Blog, Europe, Gothenburg

Discovering Haga Gothenburg was our first stop in Europe as a collector of old things and an lover of old architecture discovering Haga was a place of inspiration. This historic district, one of Gothenburg’s oldest areas, is the perfect blend of charm, history, and...

Te Rapa Op Shop Trail: Your Thrifting Guide

by jenny | Dec 30, 2024 | Blog, Opshopping, Waikato

Te Rapa Op Shop Trail Te Rapa in Hamilton is full of hidden secondhand treasures just waiting to be discovered. If you are short on time then make sure to hit the Te Rapa Op Shops. I spent a couple of hours exploring and found some absolute gems! Here’s...

Vancouver Art and Architecture

by jenny | Aug 28, 2024 | Blog, Canada Travel, North America

Vancouver Art & Architecture “Architecture is a visual art, and the buildings speak for themselves,” quoted Julia Morgan Art comes in many forms and if you are short on time check out some of the Vancouver Art and Architecture when you visit the city. Surrey We...

How to Upcycle Drink Coasters, 1 easy method

by jenny | Aug 24, 2024 | Blog, upcycling

How to Upcycle Drink Coasters Another item that I come across lots of in second hand shops is drink coasters, the cork backed ones. Often the coasters dont look to have been used – no staining on the cork and they might still be in a pristine box. So lets...