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The Dress

Posted on February 28, 2014 by craftyactivist

It’s been a long time coming, but for those of you who haven’t seen it, this is what a charity shop dress looks like (if you choose the right dress, and get lucky!). Complete with charity shop veil and knitted … Continue reading →

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The Oxjam Sten Do

Posted on September 5, 2013 by craftyactivist

I met Ali whilst helping his sister organise the 2009 Oxjam Festival in Bath. So it seemed apt that we should commemorate Oxjam in our wedding celebrations – and what better way than by hosting an Oxjam fundraiser! We thought … Continue reading →

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Dressing Up: Part III – A word of warning

Posted on June 4, 2013 by craftyactivist

This is my word of warning to brides thinking of buying a dress in a charity shop. Specific bridal shops like Oxfam have a superb range of dresses in all shapes, styles and prices. It is in many ways just … Continue reading →

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Dressing Up: Part II

Posted on June 1, 2013 by craftyactivist

OK, a confession: actually my journey began in a ‘new’ bridal shop. We thought it would be fun to try on some new dresses and at least see what styles looked good. So off we (yes, we – it was … Continue reading →

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Dressing Up: Part I

Posted on May 28, 2013 by craftyactivist

I think it’s fair to say most girls dream about their wedding day, and what they will look like in their wedding dress. It’s the one day you want to look as good as possible – ‘like a fairy princess’ … Continue reading →

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