Shall I put the kettle on?

I stumbled upon a gorgeous kettle the other day which inspired me to find more unique kettles. This collection spans several centuries and consists of kettles from different countries.

 

 French

 

 

 

 Egyptian

 

 

 

 

 Dutch

 

 Asian

 

 

Painting: Snow in April

Oh Spring, where art thou?

We had snow today. I don't think I've ever experienced snow in April before. This long, endless winter saddens me. It has lost all its charm. I long to hear birdsong.

20th and 19th century hats

I love Friday evenings. You have the promise of the weekend, a nice lay-in and some me time. My me time usually occurs on Sunday evenings and consists of watching some silly TV series while sipping tea. Then again, I do that most weekdays as well. Lucky me!

With period drama, the focus usually lies on the dresses but for today, I would like to let the hats enjoy some much deserved attention. Victorian hats especially as shown in the first picture are a great favourite of mine. They ooze sophistication. 

Steampunk Hollywood: Van Helsing

Let's have some steampunkery to brighten up this dull Wednesday. Only two days till the weekend!

Kate Beckinsale's costumes were easily the best thing about Van Helsing. 

Painting: Victorian Ball

I always feel as if I am there when I look at these paintings. Attending a ball as a debutante, hoping to impress all the right people. This painting is close to perfection. Gorgeous dresses, beautiful women but old, unattractive gentlemen. 

Painting: Victorian Lady

I love her expression and sophisticated up do.

Whenever I see Victorian paintings I feel as though I was born in the wrong century. Thank the petticoats for period drama!