Hell Bunny Pony/ Cupcake Frock

One of the very first Pin up frocks I purchased was the Hell Bunny My Little Pony Super Sweet Cupcake dress. Now I call Dresses Frocks. Why you ask? Back in the day they were called Frocks, not sure if it's solely an Australian thing but I love the word. It carries conutations of times past, of ladies dressed in the vintage garb. It's vintage love at its best for me and makes me feel like a Pin up girl.
Now this frock, made by Hell Bunny is a vintage inspired reproduction style. Hell Bunny are known for their dresses, skirts, cardigans and belts. Their sizes range from XS to 4XL. I take an L in most Hell Bunny and this frock is an L. This frock is a halter style but I have changed to straps over the shoulder. An easy process and far more comfortable for me. There is a zip up the back and it has shirring elastic which makes the frock very comfortable. There is black and white polka dot trim around the base, the two front pockets- which is a bonus, around the waist and the neckline and the straps. There is also three black small buttons down the front of the dress which add such a vintage feel to the frock. The cupcake and little pony pattern adds a whimsical feel and a hint of two shades of pink and a small amount of Aqua. I find this dress so comfortable and it makes me feel so pretty and in a good mood. The fabric is light cotton and is well suited to Australian hot summers. 
It certainly gives me a Pin up feel and due to the colour range you can accessorise with so many colours. 

What Hell Bunny do you own? What's your favourite?
Frock : Hell Bunny Cupcake/ Little Pony - EBay
Bolero : Hearts and Roses - www.vivamossvegas.com.au
Necklace : gifted
Shoes : Wittner Australia. 



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Handicraft

Handicraft


One of my favourite pastimes is creating things with my hands. I find it so relaxing, well after I gain the skill, lol. My Grandma taught me so many of them and the one that stuck we me the most was crochet. I don't know if I was the best student but I did try. I'm so so thankful that I gained this skill, firstly as it came from my Grandma but also as it is such a beautiful craft and something I am very proud of. Handicrafts appear to belong to a bygone era but I do believe that many people are taking them up as a way to relax, to get away from a busy life and to have something that they produced with their own hands. One of my other favourite handicrafts is embroidery. What you make is up to you. You can follow a pattern or do anything your hearts desire. It's also not particularly hard to master. Another bonus is that the threads and needles and fabric don't take up much space and you can pick them up any times.

What handicrafts do you do? How did you learn them? I'd love to hear what you do.

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Where it all started

Obviously from a very early age I took a interest in frocks, lol. This number I'm presuming was satin with embroidery and matching baby shoes. Who doesn't admire a baby pinup who knows how to dress.
That year was 1967 and all those years later and in between I've loved frocks, shoes, and overall vintage styles. The 1960's were certainly known for their mini's and flamboyant designs but all I can think is that somewhere in that decade a love was born in me of vintage.
My Grandma is responsible for the majority of that love and her love and support is what made me the woman I am today. Grandma sewed her clothes for many years, was an accomplished milliner and had so so much style, sometimes on a shoestring budget. 

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Welcome to Miss Sweet Bee

Welcome to Miss Sweet Bee.


Miss Sweet Bee will show Pin up love, Vintage is not dead and great Recipes and Handicrafts. 
Since I was a very young girl I have loved the idea of the 1950's. The Frocks, Hair styles, Shoes and Lifestyle. The slower lifestyle and homes bring a smile to me. 
Follow along to see my take on living Vintage in modern times.
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