Delve into the world of storytelling in 1950, Redcliffe, Australia.
Follow, Lil, a guest house owner in Redcliffe, Queensland who writes to her sister, Viv, every month sharing news of the guest house and the sometimes quirky characters who come to stay.
It's a tale that is heart warming and sometimes mysterious.
A good old-fashioned story to look forward to.
Meet Lil and the Redcliffe Guest House
Get acquainted with the characters that make each letter a journey through time.
At the heart of it all is Lil, the guest house owner, keeping things running with a mix of patience and quiet determination.
By her side are Meg and Arthur —the kind of caretakers who make sure the kettle’s always on and no one goes unnoticed.
There’s Graham, a no-fuss retired farmer with a love for bushrangers.
Clementine, a former 1920s fashion model who still knows how to turn heads.
Clara is an artist who's lost her spark.
Grumpy Oliver lives up to his name (most of the time).
Doug the Charmer—well, let’s just say he’s never met a conversation he couldn’t sweet-talk his way through.
Captain Bill, who’s spent more time at sea than on land and isn’t quite sure where he belongs.
Their stories will unfold, one letter at a time, straight to your mailbox. I can’t wait for you to meet them.
GIVE A 1950's-INSPIRED GIFT CERTIFICATE
The 'Dear Viv' Letters gift certificate is more than a present—it’s an experience.
Each month, a heartfelt letter and a greeting card (featuring my own botanical artwork) arrive, offering connection, nostalgia, and a story to look forward to.
The perfect gift for someone who deserves a little joy in their mailbox.
Hi, I’m Kym—a watercolour artist, card-maker, vintage shop browser and beach walker.
I’ve been creative my whole life, and these days, my home studio is where I’m happiest—surrounded by colour, paper, and whatever I’m in the middle of making.
I’ve always been drawn to nostalgic things—old letters, handwritten notes and anything vintage.
My Mum still has a box of old letters from her parents, and reading them is like opening a window to the past.
That love of story led me to create The 'Dear Viv' Letters—a fictional story, sent by post, and tucked inside one of my greeting cards featuring my own botanical artwork.
It’s a quiet project, but one that brings together everything I care about: connection, creativity, and the charm of a slower time.