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Retro dressmaking course at Collette Costello in Manchester

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Well, actually, that should be Manchester area, as the course takes place a short tram ride out of the centre at Salford Quays, but it is definitely a retro dressmaking course at Collette Costello.

It's one of three courses being run, the other being a skirt and a handbag course. But let's look at the dressmaking. All course run for a week, with a qualified fashion teacher at the helm, providing the pattern, cloth, equipment and (eventually) the skills to make the dress pictured above. Once you've made it, you should have the skills to convert any other pattern into a wearable dress for yourself or anyone.

The week-long course runs through summer and costs £175, with a hefty discount if you book as a pair.

Find out more at the Collette Costello website

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USA College Sweatshirt from ASOS

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Among the many retro brands and retailers turning out great vintage inspired fashion of late, there's still many looks which remain relatively unexplored. For a more casual retro look there's not much choice, which makes finds like this USA College Sweatshirt from ASOS all the more special.

Taking inspiration from US frat style, the sweater is adaptable to a great variety of retro looks from fifties right up to eighties styles. With a skinny fit to create a more feminine feel, the high neckline and cuffed hem create a classic silhouette, while a washed red colour adds some worn-in vintage appeal.

It's available from ASOS now for £25.

Find out more from the website

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eBay watch: 1970s Philips 5120 portable record player – mint and boxed

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It's the format they've been trying to kill off for decades. Yet despite that, there's a lot of us out there who still love vinyl. So this Philips 5120 portable record player is well worth a look.

It's not a new player, it's from the 1970s. But it is 'new' old stock, sold with the original box and instructions, as well as being in 'mint' condition. Not a bad looking player too, not least in that very '70s orange.

Powered by mains and batteries, it plays 33 and 45rpm records in 7 or 12-inch size and has that clear lid finishing things off. Right now it's at £1.60 with no reserve.

Find out more at the eBay website

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Painted Owl Wallpaper from Anthropologie

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Owl-inspred design ought to have become tired by now but there's something incredibly enduring about these birds and this Painted Owl Wallpaper from Anthroplogie is another gem.

The design alternates a diamond-pattern stripe with a repeat owl motif in both black and white and colour. The monochromatic background ensures that the coloured owls really pop; they have a kaleidoscopic quality in terms of both colour and pattern. The design is inspired by Russian Lubok printing; a popular folk art style.

The wallpaper costs £78 a roll which will cover 5m² and comes with SureStrip backing which means no messing around with wallpaper paste, simply wet the reverse and hang.

Find out more here.

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Palmer Cash South Padre Vintage Tee

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9190_Medium Summer dresses are all well and good but sometimes you just want to throw on a comfortable t-shirt. This Palmer Cash South Padre Vintage Tee from pretaportobello.com ticks all the right boxes.

Palmer Cash's vintage-look t-shirts hail from the U.S where their classic designs make them a favourite of musiscians and celebrites. Made of super-soft jersey, this t-shirt is a flattering shade of cornflower blue which will show off a tan to perfection. Pair with denim cut offs and sandals for relaxed summer style.

The t-shirt is 100% cotton and comes in three sizes: small (8UK), medium(10UK) and large(12UK). It costs £28 – find out more here.


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Retro sofa from Bark Furniture

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A classic design that's hand-made from the materials of your choosing – if you're willing to pay a bit more than high street for your seating it would certainly be worth you checking out this retro sofa from Bark Furniture.

Bark furniture is the Cornwall based business of husband and wife team, Jonathan Walter and Lakshmi Bhaskaran. All their furniture is made by hand to order, so you get a say in the finished look. This mid-century style sofa, for example, is available as either a two- or three-seater number, both options sharing those angled lines and paired back look. You get a choice of four different hardwoods for your frame and a variety of upholstery options. 

Of course, this sofa comes with a price tag to match this relative freedom and the craftsmanship involved. Prices start at £1360 for a maple wood two-seater and, don't forget, you'll need to pay for your upholstery too. 

Find out more online