Usually we do not do this...

humptydump made this especially for a lovely couple.

the sequins carefully sewn on for the bridal head-piece

The shy bride and the gleaming groom

hand-made beads lovingly sewn on around the collar

MARNI RST 2010

MARNI RST 2011

Derek Lam RST 2012

ROCHAS RST 2012

FENDI RST 2012

CBIHatePerfume - a tribute to scent and the memories it triggers

'Imagine it's about 4 o'clock on a golden summer afternoon and you've been at the beach all day rubbing yourself with Coppertone suntan lotion –but Coppertone as it existed in the 60's, not quite as it is now... You walk into the surf as the waves break on the shore and, bending down to touch the surf, you notice the smell of your warm skin and of the salt water that seems so cold by comparison. It has just the faintest hint of watermelon rind!'- CBIHatePerfume

Very often, we smell something in the air that instantly brings to mind a distant past. Christopher Brosius, perfumer, might be the only person in the one who understands this phenomena. His 'accords' speak of 'burning leaves', the smell of mildew 'in the library' and even 'cellophane tape'. Used to retail at the Asylum and hope they will bring it back again.

How do plants survive in a terrarium

 

We had friends asking us how on earth do plants survive without water and oxygen in enclosed terrariums. Through trial and error, we realised that as long as you place terrariums (also known as bottled plants) in natural light (not direct sunlight), they will continue to flourish. The selection of plants too, are important. Here's what we think works. Try it, or if you prefer a little help, get a kit from us today! It comes complete with everything you will need to be a budding gardener. 

Plant Type

We tried using the Polkadot plant, also known as hypoesthes (See pic above). They are easy to care for and comes in red and green. You can easily purchase a pot at S$5.00 at Cold Storage. Click this link for more species. Cactuses work only if you have an open-top terrarium.

Bottle

For beginners, choose a bottle that has an opening that big enough for your fist to fit. This is so that  you can easily place the layers in. 

Layers

There are a few ways to do this. Layering is the most critical step towards a thriving terrarium. As there are no drainage holes in the enclosed container, there must be layers that draw water in and layers that fiter water away from the roots to prevent root-rot. See pic above for layers. Bottom layer: Charcoal reduces moisture and draws it away from the roots. Place soil and the plant into it. The soil would trap enough water for the plant to grow well. Thereafter add some pebbles/sand for condensation at the sides of the container to be drawn into the soil. Moss forms the top-most layer to draw moisture in too.

The Water Cycle in the terrarium

Many have asked us, 'Are you practising plant torture?' No we are not. The terrarium has its own micro-climate. In the day, the plant takes in carbon dioxide it has produced at night and makes food, resulting in the formation of oxygen and water droplets. The water droplets condense on the walls of the container and drips back into the soil, so no watering is necessary. The water in turns helps the plant to grow.

A Tribute to Dandelions

Dandelions are such fragile and lovely creatures.
When we got one recently from a local supermarket, we wished it took its time to fade.

Humptydump has a strange feeling our bed will look like this. From Vinyltastic

how to display your knick knacks

humptydump has so much junk. How can we display it more creatively? hello kitty, strawberry shortcake, starwars, drawings, you name it, we have it. Suddenly remembered The Selby and we feel so inspired again. 

From Misha Hollenbach and Shauna 

Jake and Gen at The Selby

Whoever said that cactus have to sit on planters? The Selby

Whoever said  we can only display small pics in small spaces. The Selby

Displaying irregular objects. Gidon Bing from The Selby

Humptydump goes to the LASALLE Arts Market!

We love each and every of our hand-made dolls, so much that we can't bear to part with them every time we complete one. Thank you to everyone who has adopted one/two/a few of our babies. The last we asked, all of them have found lovely owners, and that's great to hear.

humptydump fancies white interiors

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love airy-white interiors. wonder how we can maintain the pristine quality. think it will probably be hard work but looks like its all worth while.

The Dunhill SS 11 Campaign: The Voice :: Eye-catching window display

Humptydump salutes Dunhill for its beautiful window display for its SS 11 campaign. Arresting statements, in point-blank black, set against a very dapper-like environment. It sure doesnt hurt that the clothes are so beautifully tailored. Do look out for more at all store windows now before they disappear at Fall.

More on 'The Voice' Advertising Campaign here.

presenting our little whimsical ring pillow

strictly for gingham and floral lovers...  it's a little fluffy square, measuring 18 by 18 cm. available for customisation, we are just a call away.

enough of ugly iphone casings!

humptydump first set their eyes on the Signi cases on Etsy, and wondered if they will ever reach our shores. Thanks to the good people at Pomelo, a beautiful furnishings store at Teck Lim Road, we can finally bid adieu to ugly iphone casings! and at S$60, it is a steal!

Drool...

so in love with the chloe eau de parfum

humptydump loves the artfully designed bottle finished with a bow in the palest shade of pink. Classy, feminine but still free-spirited and not dictated by trends. yummy! think we are onto our second bottle soon.

"The new eponymous eau de parfum by Chloe is quite a departure from the once-popular tuberose composition of the same name. A light and fresh yet seductively strong and self-possessed scent, the new Chloe fragrance is in no way its predecessor's timid younger sister.

Just like all Chloe's bold, arty and free-spirited designs, the fragrance is feminine in a rather non-traditional, not all-out-girly way. Its accords expertly play against each other and they seduce the audience by being both elegant and daring at the same time.
T
he fragrance is very versatile, it is intended for everyday use and is more than suitable for becoming someone's unique signature scent. Chloe edp was launched in 2008. Chloe Eau de Parfum was created by Amandine Marie and Michel Almairac.-" Text from fragrantica.com

An Awesome Book of Thanks - Dallas Clayton

humptydump felt so blessed after reading this. beautiful illustrations and thoughtful insight into the beauty of the everyday.

Click here

Fueki Nakayoshi

Humptydump recently visited Sasa (Hongkong) and chanced upon this cute vintage fav, which we had always only identify it as a cute Jap brand for glue or some stationery.

We are very happy on our attempt to uncover online that there are lots more products (too bad mostly skincare) made, which are selling in many variations of this poofy-faced doggy aka Fueki Nakayoshi.

Hope to be able to find other products on this adorable doggy to add to our collection of only a bottle of glue, moisturiser and a bath shower.

And so finally.... humptydump's glove bunnies were found at....



LASALLE Show '11 Exhibition

Mugshots of missing bunnies

Lots more are leaping away...

humptydump goes to LASALLE Show 2011! Stay tuned for the tale of the missing rabbids

Humptydump is working day and night for this project. its almost killing us but its definitely worth it.

Make your very own braided Marni bracelet now!

Reblogged from the beautiful people at WHOWHATWEAR

humptydump gets bitten by the travel bug

humptydump cannot wait to get out of the country but since that will have to hold a while longer, why not start planning a dream escapade to Santorini?

We can stay here forever. Just give us wads of cash. travelling tips here