Drab to Fab Vintage Sewing Machine gets a glam makeover

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! At Secondsguru, we love to see an upcycling story like this vintage sewing machine that got a glam makeover.

Isn’t it amazing what a bit of fixing and a can of spray paint can do? At first glance this dusty, old Singer sewing machine from Thieves Market with a rotting wood top didn’t look like it had much hope [and I told my husband so with the requisite raised eyebrows]. But after a good sandpaper scrubbing, spray painting on the base, and a clear glass on top, it transformed into a fabulous, charming and stylish …[Read more]

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EventsSingapore HeritageFest 2015

Events|Singapore HeritageFest 2015 - Celebrate Singapore’s rich heritage and history at the National Heritage Board’s signature Singapore HeritageFest 2015. Held annually and into its 12th year, this festival offers visitors the opportunity to get to know the Singapore story and experience the true spirit of Singapore’s multicultural diversity.

Spanning 5 weekends from 17 April to 18 May, the Singapore HeritageFest is a showcase of Singapore’s vibrant multicultural heritage. Be a part of this exciting celebration which has something for everyone with guided walks and tours, films, food, puppetry, lectures, music concerts, special events and exhibitions to totally immerse yourself in the rich diversity that makes Singapore unique. Where: There’s loads of activities happening all round the island. For event listings and registrations please visit …[Read more]

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Earth Day Nature Quiz

Earth Day |Nature Quiz Did you know that there are 17 reservoirs, 4 nature reserves and over 300 parks across the island that preserve Singapore's natural beauty? Take our Nature Quiz to test your awareness of Singapore and its natural surroundings and let’s see if you are a nature whiz kid, a green warrior or a budding seed. Happy Earth Day!

Happy Earth Day folks! Did you know that there are 17 reservoirs, 4 nature reserves and over 300 parks across Singapore that preserve the island’s natural beauty? There are more than 1.3 million trees here, making nearly 50% of the island green and earning Singapore the name of ‘City in a Garden’, a vision put forward by the late Mr.Lee Kuan Yew. So, why not take a walk along one of Singapore’s nature reserves this …[Read more]