Posted by Belles on Friday, May 22, 2009,
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Fun&Games
We know you do it. Don't worry, we won't tell anyone. And in your next secret session, you make like to take inspiration from the amazing Anne Margaret. The ‘pantyhose and pants’ look has been long overlooked, don’t you think?In the 60’s, Eddie Sedgwick took up the mantle. And more recently Lady Gaga and Lily Allen have been seen sporting the look.
Posted by Ruth on Wednesday, May 20, 2009,
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Environment
Launched yesterday – 1 Million Women is a campaign to inspire women interested in preventing climate change to make a commitment to reduce their CO2 emissions by one tonne over 12 months (which would reduce Australia’s emissions by 1 million tonnes).
Small changes make a huge difference and the site is all about practical action. Its free to register and once you do, the site provides personalised tips to help you reduce emissions via home, food, shopping, transport, travel and m...
Posted by Belles on Tuesday, May 19, 2009,
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Quirky Perth
The Bindaring Clothing Sale has been a Red Cross institution since 1963 – and it's on this Saturday from 9am at the Claremont Showgrounds. Check our the Jumble Sale at the Ellie Eaton Pavilion, the Boutique Sale in the Webster Pavilion…or if your tastes are of the more expensive variety – bid fordesigner goodies at the 11am Auction.
Last year, the sale raised over $90,000 with all funds going towards vital Red Cross community services in Western Australia (including the Soup Patrol...
Posted by Belles on Monday, May 18, 2009,
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CWA Branch News
The CWA Perth Belles kicked off 2009 on Sunday with a late afternoon Stitch & Bitch session at Greco’s. In a whirlwind knitting session, and fuelled by delish cake and coffee, we learnt the basics from the very best. Among the many tales, Margaret revealed she first learnt to knit on the school bus when she was 10 years old, knitting socks for soldiers during WWII (using wheat bag skewers as knitting needles).
Huge thanks to Pam, Viv and Margaret – our amazing (and very patient) kni...
Posted by Belles on Wednesday, May 13, 2009,
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News
If you’ve ever felt like your views are not being heard by the government, or frustrated by policy back-flips you’ll love www.getup.org.au. Their main aim? To put participation back into democracy!
Despite being mere babies (the only launched three years ago) they already have over 320,000 members and some major achievements under their belt. So stop complaining, sign up for up-dates and let GetUp alert you to new campaigns and provide ways for you to affect positive change.
Posted by Belles on Tuesday, May 12, 2009,
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News
We Belles have always been good with budgets, which is why we are are eagerly awaiting Wayne Swan’s budget speech (any minute now).
Wayne’sspeech tonight is considered the most important economic statement made to the Parliament each year (no pressure then). Although before he can spend any cash, he has to convince Parliament (stay tuned for the official response from Malcolm Turnbull later in the week – should be entertaining).
Posted by Jo on Monday, May 11, 2009,
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Quirky Perth
If you’re after shameless, blameless fun – look no further than Ladies Who Disco. They area Perth collective dedicated to fun nights out and raising money for local charities. Ladies who Disco was formed by a group of friends in marketing and public relations with the aim of shaking up Perth’s social scene and do a bit of good at the same time. They hold approx four events a year – each raising money for a different charity.
Posted by Belles on Friday, May 8, 2009,
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Fun&Games
You’ve planned your vintage outing for this weekend. Now it’s time to take retro glam to a whole new level.
Learn how to create perfect pin-up girl make-up below. Our best bet for the perfect red lipstick? Try Mac’s Ruby Woo (Dita Von Teese is a fan and The Puppini Sisters named their last album after it) or Russian Red.
During WW2, rationing mean that fashion options were limited. However pragmatic wartime Belles found another way to change their look – their hairsty...
If you love vintage and like the thrill ofthe chase, you can’t beat trawling though traditional op shops. The Big Three? Good Sammy’s, St Vinnies and Salvation Army. Our best tip? Check out the outer suburbs.You’ll be hard pressed to find much in city locations - the cool kids got there ages ago.
We can’t reveal all of our secrets here (although we tend to let slip at meetings) however to get you started, you may like to check out Morley (Salvos - 156 Russell Street near Gall...
Posted by Belles on Tuesday, May 5, 2009,
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Quirky Perth
We all know that Northbridge sometimes gets a bad rap – but it’s all too easy to forget that it's also home to some of Perth’s most creative talent, and best independent retailers.
A group of small indie stores on and around William Street have recently banded together to form The William Street Collective (retailers include the super cool, Fi & Co, Harry Highpants, Retro Vinnies and The Butcher Shop). Their aim? To boost the profile of Northbridge’s cultural and creative industr...
Posted by Belles on Monday, May 4, 2009,
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Quirky Perth
If you own a dog and don’t like leaving it at home on the weekends, you’re going to love A Dog’s Dinner. It’s a cute new blog that’s just been bought to our attention that documents a quest to find canine friendly cafés in Perth.
Want to shake up 'walkies'? Check out our Good Dog – a site that reviews and rates Perth’s Dog beaches.
