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Toybox REVIEW: Figma SP-134 Yuuri (Gloria)

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Toybox REVIEW: Figma SP-134 Yuuri (Gloria)

Release Date: August 2021 RRP: 9900 yenWhile things have definitely gotten a lot better in recent years when it comes to getting Pokémon toys of things other than the Pokémon themselves, it feels like most companies are still only scratching the surface when it comes the vast universe of human characters the franchise has to offer. Take Max Factory's Figma line for example, who to this day have only released a total of six characters in their ever popular range. The fourth release, as well as the first from 2019's Pokémon Sword & Shield, is Figma SP-134 Yuuri - the female avatar in...


Lauren Arthurs celebrates two months of marriage while on honeymoon

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Lauren Arthurs celebrates two months of marriage while on honeymoon

We can’t believe it’s already been two months since Lauren Arthurs and her husband John tied the knot. We are still thinking about their beautiful ceremony and of course her dresses! Although at the moment, all eyes have been on their honeymoon, the  couple chose to go skiing in the French Alps rather than the typical tropical beach location, and it looks absolutely gorgeous. Celebrating their second month of marriage while over there, Lauren posted some snaps on Instagram with the caption, “The best honeymoon I could of imagined. 2 months married to my best friend and forever to go...


A Culinary Artist Makes Fabulously Colorful Pasta. They Make Your Mouth Water

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A Culinary Artist Makes Fabulously Colorful Pasta. They Make Your Mouth Water

Linda Miller Nicholson is a real pasta queen. She makes her own fabulously colorful pasta. To color it she uses only natural ingredients (vegetable coloring). Nicholson’s foodie fame didn’t happen overnight. While she spent many years in both the front and back of restaurants, dialed into her pasta passion while living in Torino. Nicholson eventually developed recipes for more than 25 different colored doughs. Revolutionised past making and became social media influencer and pasta artist. #1 Pandas in a Bamboo Grove saltyseattle/instagram #2 Ravioli With Lemon Filling saltyseattle/instagram #3 Christmas Pasta saltyseattle/instagram #4 Charming Butterflies saltyseattle/instagram #5 Green saltyseattle/instagram #6...


Most Popular New Pattern Releases of 2021

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Most Popular New Pattern Releases of 2021

January is the time of year for reflection and seeing what has been so we have been nosing at which 2021 indie pattern releases have been the most popular with you all. We were so intrigued to see what made it into the top ten and to remind ourselves of how many fab indie patterns we intended to make, but will be moving to our 2022 sewing list! How many have you checked off and what might you add to your 2022 makes list? Marlo Sweater by True Bias It’s quite hard to miss just how popular the Marlo Sweater...


We Should All Be Song Ji-a from Single’s Inferno

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We Should All Be Song Ji-a from Single’s Inferno

If you’ve watched Netflix’s newest dating show, Single’s Inferno, you’ll know 25-year-old influencer Song Ji-a as the series’ breakout star. With 3 million Instagram followers and 1.75 million YouTube subscribers, the internet darling has become a global sensation after appearing in the Korean reality series. Ji-a captivated male contestants (and viewers) with her charm and doe-eyed look during the nine-day saga on the deserted island “inferno” of Saseungbong, Ongjin. Her enviable appearance and wardrobe aside, Ji-a knew what she wanted and didn’t compromise on her standards. Plus, the star’s support for her fellow female contestants made it clear she’s a...