Sunday 30 December 2012

Fancy That!

We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are excited about the New Year?
We'd love to hear about how you're planning to see the New Year in! If you're attending a Fancy Dress party on Monday night but are still stuck for an idea for your costume, you still have time to pop by our shop and we would be more than happy to help. 

We are open today (Sunday) until 4pm and tomorrow (New Years Eve) from 9.30am to 3pm. 
So far this week we have helped attire a Murder Mystery 'Wealthy 60s Banker', an entire 'Steam Punk' outfit, various 60s/70s/80s themed outfits, and the odd flamenco dress here and there!

With prices starting at as little as £10 and more sequins than Strictly Come Dancing, we'd love to help you find your perfect attire to celebrate 2012/2013. 
Belly Dancing Outfit £20 (BNWT £47)
Retro Fan Detail Dress £20
80s Prom Dress £20
Retro Brown Velvet Thobe

Sunday 23 December 2012

Merry Christmas!

All the staff and volunteers at the St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice - Lincoln High Street shop would like to wish you, our valued customers and supporters, 
a very
Merry Christmas 
and a 
Happy New Year! 
Our opening hours over the festive period are:

Monday 24th 9.30am - 3pm
Tuesday 25th CLOSED
Wednesday 26th CLOSED
Thursday 27th 9.30am - 5pm
Friday 28th 9.30am - 5pm

Saturday 29th 9.30am - 5pm
Sunday 30th 11am - 4pm

Monday 31st 9.30am - 3pm
Tuesday 1st CLOSED

Wednesday 19 December 2012

Less than a week 'til Christmas!

It's less than a week until and we hope you're as excited as we are?!
Some of us are really organised at Christmas, but for others December seems to go by so quickly that time for buying presents runs out and you end up leaving it to the last minute to panic buy on Christmas Eve.

So for those in a bit of panic and rush, we thought it would be a handy to give you some last minute gift ideas that can be found in the shop that would make great unique gifts for your loved ones (or anyone you accidentally forgot!)

Our very popular 'new stock' makes fa lovely gift for anyone, from matching gardening tools, beautiful photo boxes, lovely wicker hearts and vintage style pillows.
For a unique vintage gift idea we have some lovely old books and annuals that would make anyone smile.
Or for the ladies we have some beautiful and unique penny earrings and broaches in The Attic. These would be perfect for cracker presents or 'Secret Santa'!
Not forgetting the men, the fail-safe tie! We have a plethora of lovely ties and bow-ties, brilliant for Christmas or New years! 
We are full of lovely gift ideas, so if you're stuck for a gift pop by and we will be happy to help!

Monday 17 December 2012

Frock On

Stuck for what to wear for your Office Christmas Party and left it far too late in the day to find something new? We have an array or Party Wear in all styles and sizes, from the classic LBD to strapless sequin numbers.

We particularly like these two blouses, teamed with classic black jeans or leather look trousers to add just enough shimmer and sparkle all the while feeling comfortable and yourself. 

Friday 14 December 2012

This Is Knit

Whether you're an experienced knitter or thinking of taking it up as a new hobby for 2013 our retro knitting patterns are defiantly a brilliant project, and you will end up with a big cozy jumper which are a must at the moment!
This week the shop has also been home to this AMAZING Singer sewing machine table, complete with many spare bobbins! It is such an amazing piece, even just to look at and an original Singer is so beautiful in itself. 
Team it up with our vintage sewing patterns and you could create some amazing unique outfits made with your own two hands!

Sunday 9 December 2012

The Snowman

We really hope you've enjoyed The Lincoln Christmas Market as much as we have?
It's been a wonderful weekend and we've met some really interesting people.

Many of the Vintage // Retro toys mentioned in our Childhood Memories post have flown out The Attic. However, we were thrilled to come across this selection of 1985 'The Snowman' memorabilia this afternoon. 
This would make a very special Christmas present, especially for anyone who has turned 27 this year! 
Royal Doulton plate £30 // Pop-up book £5 // Soft Toy £5

Friday 7 December 2012

Childhood Memories

We've already shared with you our main 'Recycled Christmas' window display, so thought it was high time we shared our 'Attic' Vintage & Retro toys window display! 
At the beginning of the week we visited the V&A Museum of Childhood and were tickled by how many toys we recognised from the shop! We're sure the V&A would have a field day looking under our Attic Christmas tree at all the Vintage & Retro games we have on offer. 

So why not snap up a fun, thoughtful, quirky and different gift for a loved one this Christmas? After all, what better time of year is there for remembrance and nostalgia?!
 
 
 
 
 



Thursday 6 December 2012

Lincoln Christmas Market

If you live in Lincoln you will undoubtedly know the annual Lincoln Christmas Market will commence today for what will promise to be a truly magical and exciting start to the Christmas period. 

In celebration of this we have launched our 'Recycled Christmas' window! We hope you like our take on our 'Recycled Christmas' brief? We had a lot to live up to this year, as last year we won the St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice Christmas window display competition with our 'Twelve Days of Christmas' window (which you can see by clicking on the Gallery tab above). 

To really get the full effect of the window, make sure you pop by in the evening as you will see the illuminated candles on the tree, and the lit up bauble wreath. 

Don't forget, we have extended our opening hours during the market too -
Thursday / Friday / Saturday 9:30 am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm
Recycled Christmas card bunting and paper doily snowflakes frame our Recycled Christmas Window
'Shabby Chic' furniture that had seen better days
La piece de resistance!
Presents wrapped in old song sheets sit nestled along side the vintage book tree
We promise all the books will be for sale after Christmas!
Our window has really been grabbing the attention of passers by!
Why not use those old baubles and make a bright and colourful Christmas Wreath? We bought our battery operated lights from Pound Land for a sparkly glow in the evening. 

Wednesday 28 November 2012

Raise a Teacup!

Here at The Attic we are always getting beautiful vintage tea sets in, each with unique and different patterns and designs on. 

With Christmas fast approaching we thought we would give you a few gift ideas that are so lovely and different and would make the perfect unusual gift!
How about creating your own candle in a lovely vintage teacup? You can buy wax and wicks cheap online and whats great is you can choose whatever colour or scent you want! and once its used can be refilled again!
I found this great step by step guide from HeyGorgeous.com. Just click HERE for the link! 

And if candles aren't really your cup of tea there are many other options. 
Such as using them for little plant pots for your flowers and herbs! how lovely would a row of mismatched vintage teacups look on your kitchen windowsill with your fav herbs in? 

Or a cute little bird feeder?!  Or to serve deserts in?!

Or if your feeling super creative.. Tea lamp?!
Image from designsponge

The teacup possibilities are endless really, so get creating!
x

Friday 23 November 2012

Man up Friday!


With Christmas the New Year approaching, there will be many parties to attend! We know how dapper our Attic costumers are, and with some great smart jackets and fancy vintage bow ties in, you could look brilliant for all events!

We also hope you like our new wallpaper which is in the changing room, it's had a makeover and is looking very stylish now! 

Just in!

While sorting through donations this morning we were so excited by these accessories we just had to share them with you.
Team this vintage lace collar with a simple t-shirt or dress, pull on these (new!) CAT leather lace up boots (size 3 £24.99), and finally add this fab angora winter cap (£4.99) for a bang on trend and unique outfit this winter.