Tahlia Newland, Author at Tahlia's Masks

What Kind of Mask Should I Buy for Covid-19 Protection?

July 22, 2020 by Tahlia Newland

Masks are now mandatory in Melbourne, Australia and the Premier of NSW recommends using a mask when social distancing isn’t possible. That, of course, is what I’ve been doing all along. But when you start looking for a mask, you’ll find many options which will make you wonder ‘What kind of Mask Should I Buy […]

Covid-19 Mask Sewing Instructions

April 6, 2020 by Tahlia Newland

If you live in Australia, you can buy one of these masks at my Etsy store. Or follow the instructions below and make your own. Information you should know Click here to find out what the American Centre for Disease Control says about mask wearing. Note that wearing a mask is NOT enough to protect […]

Half mask and steampunk collar and cuffs

June 27, 2017 by Tahlia Newland

I love this photo of one of my masks and a steampunk collar and cuffs that I made. The gorgeous model is my daughter, the talented videographer and book cover artist from Velvet Wings Media. Buy the mask HERE Buy the collar and cuffs HERE

Steampunk Creativity

June 12, 2017 by Tahlia Newland

One of the things I love about steampunk is that you can be very creative with it. Take a look at this guy’s wings. I took this photo at last year’s Goulburn Steampunk Fair. CLICK HERE to see more creative props from the fair.

Old girls Can Wear Cool Clothes too!

June 5, 2017 by Tahlia Newland

I don’t go by the old girls should disappear into the woodwork idea. Some say we shouldn’t even wear jeans anymore. Wow, that’s no fun. I love this cute little skirt and the top is made of light cotton, making it useful even in Summer when a lot of steampunk style clothing is too hot. […]

steampunk fashion

May 5, 2017 by Tahlia Newland

I love steampunk fashion, and my clothes reflect that. I just sold a bunch of masks from my Etsy Shop … and then spent the money on clothes. One shirt and two jackets from my favourite shop Fantasmagoria. They’re in Lithuania, and they have great prices and low shipping costs. Their sevice and speed of delivery is much […]

Unique Steampunk Hats for Ironfest Costumes

November 30, 2016 by Tahlia Newland

Ironfest is coming in April next year, and it’s not too early to think about Ironfest costumes. If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for here, I can make you a hat to suit your costume. Just contact me with your requirements. Click HERE to see all my hats.