Pretty Little Things

Indecisive Bathroom Decor Decisions...

2012-01-17T07:36:00.000-08:00

Sometimes I'm not very good at deciding what I want to do,this is especially true in my home decor.If I can't find what I want I'll just go without until I find something just right.Other times I think I know what I want and half way into the project I change my mind.This is what happened with my bathroom.Sadly AFTER I painted it so I get to paint it again.It has high ceilings.I don't look forward to that again.Before I left California I bought this barkcloth curtain panel at an estate sale.

I finally got around to listing it and then the next day pulled the listing because I decided it would make for an awesome shower curtain!The problem is I only have one bathroom in my new house which meant my atomic shower curtain and my Miller Studio fishes weren't going to work.

I put the shower curtain on Ebay and the fish are on Etsy

Now do you guys think I should paint my bathroom chartreuse or pink?And as far as wall hangings I'm thinking swans or poodles,which do you think is more fitting with the curtain?

Swans from Flabby Rabbit on etsy.

Poodles from SkipperJack on etsy.

It'll be a bit down the road but eventually I'm going to get this sink (I think,there are so many choices its hard for a gal to decide) I saw from vintagetub.com

I want to redo the floor which means that I have to have the money for the new tub,toilet and sink too since we'd want to do the floors first before we put those things in.Why are my projects always so expensive?I want hubs to lay hexagon floor tiles like this photo courtesy of Katyelliott.com

Gifts from the Mint Chocolate Ranch...

2012-01-03T13:26:00.000-08:00

Dana over at Mint Chocolate Ranch is a good gift giver!My birthday present from her showed up in the mail this morning and it was just what I needed!You know that depressing feeling when all your bills show up at the same time?Well,its a proven fact that is a present shows up at the same time it voids the "ew,you again?I just paid you LAST month" feeling.

I opened the box to a pretty fluff of red tissue paper and THIS birthday card.Yes,it is a velvet Elvis card.So awesome.Even if you don't like Elvis you can appreciate the kitsch of velvet paintings.Don't like Elvis AND kitschy velvet paintings?I can't help you sorry.

Next was this delicious bar of chocolate from Moonstruck and some Burt's Bees almond milk cream love that stuff it smells so good!

Lastly a TUK shoe box.Hmmmm,was it shoes?Or was it something else in a shoebox?Never assume in such situations.Opened the box to find these 4 inch bad boys!They fit which was such a relief!So when I'm wearing these pretties I am a whopping 5 feet an 4 inches now!

Thanks Dana for the awesome gifts!Another year where you rocked my socks.And unlike me you actually send birthday presents promptly around said birthday date (unlike me who usually will mail a present within 3 months of birthday)

Happy Holidays,Happy New Year and Happy Birthday to Me...

2012-01-02T08:43:00.000-08:00

I hope whatever you celebrate your holiday was a happy one.Safe to say December was not a big blogging month for me as I only did one post.That's ok,you were probably all very busy too so you didn't notice,unless you're stalking me.Are you stalking me?Cause that would be super(kidding,don't be creepy)!

New Years came and went quietly in my home and today I celebrate my 30th birthday!I can remember being 15 and thinking 30 was light years away.Now its here.I don't feel old like I thought I would then,just a hell of a lot wiser.30 does make me feel "grown up" though...except I still say "dude" too much.Probably always will.You can take the gal out of SoCal but you can't take the SoCal out of the girl.

30 is the start of a new decade for me.I'm more comfortable in who I am,what I want to be,and what I want to do in my life.Do I have it all figured out?Certainly not,no one does but in comparison to my 20's I'm not sad to leave them behind.Time is short,it sounds cliche but it does go by faster than you think.Moments you waste unhappy are moments you can't have back so don't squander them.

I'm learning to let go of past hurts,to stop trying to figure out "why" all the time and realize somethings just are,learning I need to be happy in the moment instead of stressing about the past or future.Time is NOT on your side.It goes on with or without you so make the best of the time you're allowed.

Like my collection of broken pocket watches?I plan on stringing them up on silk chord,just not sure where I'll be displaying them just yet.As far as thrifting in my new town I haven't done nearly as much as I'd like.I did pick myself up these red pretties about a month ago though.$3.00!My inner nerd...ok my totally out of the closet flaming nerd self LOVES them!I either seem to be drawn to elegant heels,simple classic flats and nerdy shoes of the oxford and bowling variety.Plus red!You can never have enough red shoes!

House wise I'm happy to say since my last post I am now the proud owner of a washer and dryer!It took 3 days to get caught up on all the laundry but good bye laundry mat hello the simple task of going down to the basement!I wish I could share with you another room I've finished but so far Heidi's room remains the only room in the house done 100%.Dining room is 99% down but not ready to show yet.Bathroom is about 90% and everything else oh baby I need to come into some money cause those are some pricey projects!Especially the kitchen!Yikes!But for now I'll share with you some of the vintage light fixtures in the home.

I'm off for now to enjoy these lovely white out conditions that will keep us inside today and hope that hubs gets home safe.Oh and will the winner of my last giveaway please get back to me with an address!If not I'll be doing another drawing soon.Hope all of you are having a fantastic 2012 so far!

Winners,Washer and Dryer Woes and Sales...

2011-12-02T07:15:00.000-08:00

Thank you to everyone that entered my giveaway!And to all the new followers I gained while doing this "hello"*waves spastically *.The lucky duck for this giveaway is the ever so adorable Vintage Chinchilla!Please leave me your address in a comment (don't worry I won't publish it just erase it after I've written it down) and I can send you off your goodies!

As much as I'm loving my new home and making it my own my one lament is that it didn't come with a washer and dryer.My best advice to anyone buying a home is make sure you have a few grand saved for fix it ups and things you need.We spent all our money just getting into the place leaving nada for anything else.I don't drive which means my husband has been taking the laundry to the laundry mat.

I love my husband and he's a great guy but..well...laundry is just NOT his strong point.I know some of you fellas are perfectly competent in doing laundry but my hubs is not on of them.Clothes come back damp,unfolded and wrinkled.Its killing me.Oh and in the almost 3 weeks I've been back he's gone once.And he only look one load!Hahaha!I feel like a brat complaining.The poor guy works all the time and I know his days off don't want to be spent at a laundry mat which is why I hope I can get the laundry duties back in my hands again.

How amazing would it be to have this pink washer and dryer?!No,I'm not looking for a vintage washer and dryer but boy are they pretty to look at!No,what I need is just a low priced set in plain ole white with one of those fancy "energy star" stickers on them would do just fine.

My saving for a washer and dryer fund has been slow going.I thought I'd do a sale in my Etsy Shop since I didn't do one for black Friday/cyber Monday like a lot of other etsy sellers did and help it grow a little quicker hopefully.This sale is a short one.Its on now until Saturday Dec.3rd at 11pm CT.If you'd like to save 20% on something you had your eye on there is now time like the present.

500 Followers GiveAway...

2011-11-28T10:43:00.000-08:00

Wowza! 500 followers,thanks ever so much to all my readers!Alright,technically at 507 but for those who have been with my blog since the start you're well aware that I'm not exactly prompt with these things.I try but fail miserably.Buuuuut hey I had the excuse of moving into a new home this time around,that's a good excuse,right?No?Ok,tough crowd,geeze! ;)

I'm back in the Midwest and it feels good!After being in southern California for a year and 1/2 I almost forgot about 4 seasons.I'm in the great white north with lots of snow,I thought I'd do a snow inspired giveaway.Thus all my goodies for this giveaway are white!For one lucky reader you get a Robinson's pillbox hat,a hankie,2 pairs of earrings and a darling Avon poodle decanter.All of it vintage naturally as this IS a vintage themed blog..mostly.sometimes I ramble on about other things.Its what I do best(SEE,I'm doing it RIGHT NOW!).

Here are the rules:Obviously be a follower of my blog.I want to to go over to my Etsy shop and tell me what your favorite item is.I'm using you,my fellow vintage lovers, as market research as to what I should keep my eyes out for when vintage hunting.Leave your favorite item in a comment and you got yourself one entry for the drawing.If you like me on facebook that will count as a second entry.If you've already liked me let me know and I'll make a note of it to put you into the bowl twice.I'll do a drawing and announce the winner on Friday.This is open for all my readers so international readers please don't feel left out.

The internet is a big freaking place and I appreciate the friends I've made through it,sharing a little slice of my world with you all and getting to see some of yours.Good luck to everyone and once again thanks for reading!

One Room Down,Many More to Go...

2011-11-17T10:55:00.000-08:00

I left California behind in the wee small hours of the morning on Tuesday.Its been a whirlwind of boxes ever since!Heidi's room is the only thing I got 100% down.All the other rooms are either in need of furniture or in the middle of dry wall.I'll save the wacky world of wall paper this place has/had for another post though.The house is darling and I couldn't be happier!I was a little off on the history though so I thought I'd correct myself now.Originally I was told the house was built by the government in the 40's for soldiers returning home from WWII to work in the mines up here.Turns out it was built in 1936 by the government just to get soldiers up here for work.But onto the room!

Heidi is the type if girl that will play with a dump truck while insisting that she wear a tutu.When it came to her room though she wanted 100% girlie so that is what she got.Ballerinas,chenille,and pink up the wazoo and of course all of it with vintage!

close up of right above her bed:

close up of the curtains:

The rooms are small so I told her that her room would be for sleeping,reading and she could have her ceramic tea party items up there away from her brothers 2 year old hands.They have a play room down stairs for their big stuff and most of their toys so it works out.The dresser I scored at a thrift for $15.00!

The matching night stands I found at Vintage 101 for $20 each and you may remember the lamps were a dumpster rescue back when I lived in Indiana.

These prints I picked up in Indiana from my friend Jan's shop.

and last no room is complete without a pink hamper to put your dirty tutu's in at the end of the day!

Alright,I'm off to tackle more boxes and make sense of this hot mess but its good to be home!

Time to Wrap it Up...

2011-10-28T23:32:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited!What has seemed like forever in the making is finally falling into place.Yes,here is a light at the end of the tunnel,I am going home!I thought I'd planned for when it was going to happen,my husband getting the house was the big first step but the rest of it really came together a lot faster than expected and its caused mild issue with my etsy store.

We thought we were going to have movers do this all but it turns out they're MUCH more expensive than we ever thought.The option to DIY became increasingly obvious.My husband is flying out next week to load up a U Haul and drive it back with all our stuff and our dogs.

Here lies the problem,the kids and I are not set to fly out until almost 2 weeks later!That would be a lot of time from the customer point of view to have to wait for an order and I just can't afford to close up shop so I came up with a drastic plan.

I'm going to try and sell as much as I can before the move and the day before I leave just mail(hopefully VERY little) the rest to my new place.But how do you get people to really be interested for this to happen?Make them an offer they can't refuse.Thus,my shop will be 50% off from Oct.28th(now) till November 3rd 11pm PST.

I can't wait to be home!After 6 months away from my husband and only getting a teaser of being back for less than 24 hours when he comes in next week I can't wait to return to some normalcy in my life.It sounds cliche but we often don't know what we have till its gone and this time away from my husband has been hard on us both.When you get married to just sort of expect that the person will be there every day as a part of your life and when situations come up (be it family emergencies like mine,deployment,jail)you realize you take simple pleasures like falling asleep together,seeing each others face,a hug when needed for granted.

Even though care-taking for a family member was honestly a lot harder than I thought, it was also a very humbling experience.I know when I get home I will be in a much better mindset,much more positive and grateful.I'll stop before I get too much more mushy on you all.But I can't wait to be singing this on a daily basis ;)

Berries and Growing Out Bangs,Take 2...

2011-10-18T11:31:00.000-07:00

Earlier this year I started the process of growing out my bangs I've had for 15 years.I got them past my eyes and then RAN back to them!At first I cut them long but then the last time I trimmed them I did really short Bettie bangs.It was after this that I decided "no,you can do this!"Thus I am starting the process of attempting to grow them out.I've said it before but really there should be support groups for these things.Especially when you've had a look for so long.That is the problem though I hate being stuck with just one look.

Yesterday I wore my berry celluloid necklace.I love the punch of aqua and the color of the berries almost matches the blouse I wore perfectly.I love these necklaces,they're so fun and I deeply regret having sold so many over the years.Like my bowling pin one.Still haunted by that.

And here is my bangs not pushed to the side.Normally I'd be trimming them as I do like them very short but temptation WILL be resisted this time around.

here is a close up of the blouse,yesterday I meant to do an outfit post but ended up spending most of the day at the Halloween store.

Speaking of being at the Halloween store.Heidi can't commit to a costume idea yet so we go there about once a week to "inspire" her.This week I have to say I was totally terrified of her costume pick!Luckily she didn't like the smell of the plastic once she put it on.Unfortunately she doesn't share my deep seeded hatred of clowns.Is it bad parenting if I make her watch "It" and show her John Wayne Gacy art?Cause they played a big part in my childhood developmental hatred of clowns.

Somebody Up There Likes Me...

2011-10-11T21:30:00.001-07:00

Yesterday and today I seemed to have really good luck finding cool things!Lately I've been trying not to look at things as "good" or "bad",sometimes its just perspective.Yesterday when I went to get the mail I let the dogs out with me so they could handle their business.Lug does his normal annoying thing and takes off about 7 houses up the block and then trots his way back home "blessing" any tree,car tire,pole or mailbox that crosses his path on the way.I hate when he does this but yesterday it worked out in my favor because as I walked up the street to grab him I noticed that 4 houses up from us the neighbor was throwing away this!Awesome gravel art!Just tossing it to the curb.So thanks Lug,your normal annoying habit helped me rescue this lovely bit of vintage.

Later on I went to an estate warehouse and scored some great vintage pieces!Hats,jewelry,dresses and knick knacks.Oh and this Barbie case!

The place had a ton of dolls which they used in some of their Halloween decor.

Some Christmas stuff had been put out too.I LOVED the box for the Christmas ornaments.

This is one of the dresses I picked up.I got them all listed except a hot little 60's cocktail dress that needs a hem repair.

Today as I got the kids dressed and put on their shoes I noticed both of them seemed to have grown!I just bought them new shoes 2 months ago but you know kids,they're always growing and sometimes faster than we'd like them too.So I did something I shouldn't have.I took them to Nordstrom Rack.Yes,you know what that means.Mommy got herself a pair of new shoes too.I found these awesome Poetic Licence for 50% off what the normally retail for.

My closet is full of $2-$15 items I've thrifted but my shoe habit is a bit more expensive and unfortunately I have like Carrie Bradshaw shoe lusts but MY salary,thus Nordstrom Rack IS my friend...just not a friend when I'm trying to save,cruel temptress in those cases.

Bracelets and a Brooch...

2011-10-08T13:42:00.000-07:00

This week I did pretty good on finding lots of vintage costume jewelry.Lately I've been staying strict with not buying for myself and ONLY inventory for the shop.I failed with 3 items that I'm hoping you'll agree in understanding why I don't want to part with them.Anything vintage heart,vintage lock and key is hard for me to part with.Naturally a heart lock bracelet had to stay with me!

The danging dice brooch was a lucky find and I could use all the luck I can get right now so its sticking with me.

and last but not least was this lucite confetti clamper bracelet!I had sold one just like it a few years back when I needed the money so I figured it was good karma coming back to me.

I did put a lot of new things in the shop though!AND I'm having a 30% off sale until Monday at 11pm PST.Trying to build my moving fund jar quickly.I haven't seen my husband in 5 months now its killing me!Seriously bravo to you military wives I don't know how you do it!

Hmmmm,what else is new this week?Oh I joined Pinterest!I'm kinda addicted I won't lie which is the very reason I avoided signing up for so long but now I'm there so if you are let me know.I need more people to follow!

Other than that nothing too exciting.Still trying to kick the trail end of a cold.Back to snuggling with equally sick kiddies and watching The Wonder Years on Netflix.

Awesome Atomic ...

2011-10-01T12:17:00.000-07:00

This post is short and sweet but I just thought I'd share the awesome shower curtain I scored!I'm trying to save money for the move but also pick up a few things for the house we'll need once we're moved in and when I saw this I knew I had to have it.

I'll definitely post photos of the bathroom once I'm all moved in and have it set up with this baby in it.I need to start expanding my color scheme though.I realize I'm overdosing the house in aquas,haha!Our bedroom is,the kitchen will be aqua and red and now aqua has found its way to the bathroom.

Munsters,Poodles and Pyrex,Oh My!

2011-09-24T10:58:00.000-07:00

I haven't been doing a lot of vintage hunting lately which has been hard.I'm trying to save money and I don't know if its because of the Halloween season but around these parts all the prices have gone up making it hard to get anything for the point of reselling or heck even for personal collecting!I did get some cool things yesterday though.

I picked up a few vintage poodle figurines from the estate of a woman that had over 500!I'll be listing some in the shop,others I couldn't let go of.Like these.Well,more so my daughter told me that I'm keeping these for her.Ok dear.

This Pyrex fridge dish in the Gooseberry pattern I got for my friend Dana who has a pink kitchen,I live vicariously through her.My husband has told me I could have a pink kitchen again but I've invested too much into aqua and red to start over.I think I've mentioned that before...I repeat myself sometimes.

This poodle oil and vinegar set I adore!I keep telling myself I'm not going to keep it and that it will make it into the shop.We'll see who wins.

and last but not least my personal favorite (and sorry guys this one is sticking with me) is a 1964 Herman Munster!He doesn't talk anymore but I still love the guy.So does Heidi though and she won't give him back,hmph!

Dressing Up When Dressing Down...

2011-09-18T19:16:00.000-07:00

My grandmother use to tell me that you didn't have to always dress your best but at least dress well enough that you'd never be embarrassed if you ran into an ex-boyfriend or a girl you didn't like.As much as I like to idea of grocery shopping in ballroom gown attire its not really practical is it?Having kids I know that feeling all that much more.But its really easy enough to make casual still look stylish so why not do it.

I don't own tennis shoes,ballet flats are my "comfy shoes".Hoodies don't exist in my closet when there are more cardigans than I can ever think to wear.And accessories!They really are the finishing touch.I'm just not entering the stage where I can wear them again without my son trying to rip a necklace or earring off.

Scarves a lazy hair days best friend.I picked up this one at a thrift store for a $1.00 and the red dangle screw back earrings also were $1.00!

I'm also rarely outside without sunglasses.Just a smart habit to get into ladies.I'll be 30 in a few months and you start to notice those fine lines creep up.I don't want them deepening at all.These are my Jackie O replica sunnies,they're the only non-vintage sunnies I own.

here is a close up of the fabric of my pants,these are also thrifted.Acutally my whole outfit is minus the shoes!

With kids and dogs I rarely get an outfit shot without one or all of them in it.Today was no exception to that rule

But I can cheat and crop kids out sometimes,hehehe.

Proud New Home Owner....

2011-09-10T10:35:00.000-07:00

The day that took what seemed like forever in the making has come.Yesterday my husband got the keys to our new home!For as many months as I spent searching online and calling and never quite finding the right one oddly it was an ad in the paper with no photos just a phone number to call that ended up being "the one".This house found us more so instead of us finding it.

I apologize for the quality of the photo.My husband snapped it to send me before he had to go to work early in the morning.Its was built in the 1940's(I don't have the exact year I'll get back to you on that),1,500 square feet 3 bedroom Colonial revival cape cod cottage!It has a finished basement which will work as my husbands music studio and a study which will be used as my Etsy room.This home was originally built by the government for soldiers coming home from WWII to get them to come work in the since closed mines up there.I look forward to giving the outside a brighter coat of paint and some flower boxes.It needs a washer and dryer and a new roof come spring time first though.

Remodeling will be slow going but I'm looking forward to making her all my own.Also look forward to sharing the process of restoring with all my fellow vintage lovers.The kitchen was modernized which is a shame but I can bring her back.She has a window above the kitchen sink which was really all I had as a "must have" for my kitchen.Hey,a gal needs a view when doing the dishes!

With what we had sunk into landing her now starts the process of saving for movers and plane tickets home.My etsy shop is currently having a 30% off sale to celebrate reaching its 1,000th sale so now is a great time to go grab something if you were interested!Sale is on till Monday at 11 PST.Helping me lighten my moving load is appreciated.Oh this is going to be hard for me to NOT buy new inventory until I move!Yikes!I'll just stick to vintage jewelry since its easy to pack up,haha!The thrifting in the town of my new place is nothing less than magical so expect me showing off lots of cool things plus cool things hitting the shop as well.

The backyard is HUGE!24,000 square feet of grass for the kids and dogs to go nuts in!I'll have to get that fenced eventually.I have each one dog and one child that are good about staying in their limits and the other dog and child that are not good about it at all!We're in the outskirts of town so I know the kids will see lots of deer.And hopefully no fisher cats!I've been warned they're pretty populated this year and they're not very nice.Feel free to Google it if you have to,I did.

Browns and Yellows...

2011-09-06T22:37:00.000-07:00

Today I stopped by an estate warehouse.The constantly have new items coming in.Always good chance that what you saw last time will be long gone this time around.I didn't take photos of all of it but I did notice a lot of items on this visit where in various shades of brown and yellow.Seemed fitting for Autumn.

I loved this piece but couldn't see it going with anything I owned.

This set was definitely style over comfort.

this stroller had a sold sign on it.I stared at it for awhile wondering who bought it.It gave me a weird vibe that I didn't like.Does some vintage pieces ever do that to you?

I picked myself up these carved wooden screw back earrings for $1.00.What I REALLY wanted to pick myself up was the Heywood Wakefield dresser set they had in there but shopping with $5.00 won't get you those unfortunately =)

Lug Doesn't Work For Free...

2011-09-03T19:28:00.000-07:00

Hmmm,where to start?I did a LOT of thrifting this week and I'm a horrible blogger because there was so many cool things I could have shared with you but I didn't.Which left me with not a lot to post about this week so outfit post it is!

Started off the day as per usual.Made the kids breakfast and while they ate worked on editing photos and catching up on blogger which I've neglected this week.Actually it occurred to me that I've never went through my following list and I decided to clean it out.Anyone that hadn't posted in 4+ months went later gator.Shocked that I had blogs on my list that hadn't post in 2 years,yikes!These things require my reading glasses which though I love I don't wear as often as I should.

By noon building blocks and books had lost their appeal so it was outside to play.Which requires a switch to sunglasses for this mama.

I've had this dress since pre-kids so I'm happy it fits again.The cardi I got at an antique mall back in Indiana.

and of course my trusty ballet flats.Are you bored of seeing them?Yeah 95% of my shoes are packed up already sorry.I'm NEVER going to get rid of this ballet flat tan line at this rate!

Since Ollie sneaked in some shots I felt it only fair to include one of Lug Nut.He was however rather displeased with me when I told him to "sit" which he did and quickly realized there was no treat in my hand for his efforts.Sorry Lug.Yes,that is him glaring at me.This photo amused me so it inspired the title for this post.

Prayers For Roxanne..

2011-08-24T14:11:00.000-07:00

The kids let me sleep in this morning.I woke up to my son kissing my face.I smiled and reached for my phone to see the time,9:30am!And then there was the missed text from 6am this morning from Tess letting me know Vince had passed.My heart shattered and the tears ran warm down my face.I hugged my babies.

Those of you that remember my past blog posts about him know that 4 years old is just too young to leave this world and yet that is the reality.For those of you that are new to my blog Vince had brain cancer.I apologize for not updating everyone more but wanted to be respectful of the families privacy as his health declined.I've known for a while it was getting bad so I felt awful ignoring the inquiries I'd gotten about him but didn't want to over step my bounds as I'm sure you all can understand.

I could say a lot.I could ramble on and on I'm sure but as it is ,its hard to see the computer screen through the tears that have come and gone all day.Vince is just a smidge older than Heidi and I keep watching her thinking "what if she wasn't here anymore?Just gone!" and it makes my heart break that much more for Roxanne.

Vince,you are...were an awesome kid.You fought hard.You endured more pain than any child ever should.In the end the cancer was more than your little body would handle.Some things are bigger than us.Your death is so much bigger than me.I don't understand it.I know life isn't fair.But your passing makes me realize this all that much more.I find comfort knowing you're no longer in pain though.I'm not in the same faith but I hope your God holds you close and you're with friends and families passed before you.Remember to watch over your little brother and your Mother.A warm breeze in her hair to remind her you're still there kid.

Before my titles and tags for Vince were "praying for Vince".Vince doesn't need them anymore though.He's moved on to better and bigger things.Instead now I ask for prayers for Roxanne.

Roxanne I hope you know how much support you have and how inspiring you have been to so many of us.You are truly a pillar of strength.I have been a mixture of sad and angry all day.It was very humbling to hear you say you were trying to show Gods love and grace through this instead of anger.You're a better person than I.I'm happy in the end he got to pass at home with you and his father there for him.

I just wanted to share this sad news with my fellow readers that have taken the time to care and keep this family in your thoughts and prayers.It DOES mean something.In a world so jaded and self important taking the time out for someone else has become a rarity so its not in vain and it is appreciated.

Nothing takes away the hurt of losing a child.It is the greatest injustice a parent can face is outliving their offspring.For those of you with kids,hug them extra tight today.It is unfortunate that bad things have to happen for us to be reminded of how grateful we SHOULD be.Vince,you might have only been 4 but you've taught me that lesson.Looking at your photos,your eyes portrayed to me that you were an old soul,you were definitely wise beyond your years little man.I'm just sorry you couldn't stick around to enlighten us all a little more.

Right There in Black and White....

2011-08-18T18:22:00.000-07:00

My entire outfit today was black and white so I thought it'd be fun to do the photos in black and white also.

Side shot

Other side shot...ok really I'm just being vain at this point I'll stop

close up so you can see the cute rhinestone and stud detail on my sunnies

Thank you Nordstroms Rack,I love thee and thy cute hugely discounted shoes!

Heidi blowing bubbles,she's basically a pro at this.

Ollie waiting enthusiastically to attack the bubbles

Thanks Heidi for the full outfit shot kiddo.

Lug Nut mad at me cause I sneaked on him sunbathing and startled him,he stood up displeased and sleepy.

Also displeased with my picture taking was Wayland.When I told him to say "cheese" he said "shhhhhhhhh"

Some more on the dress.That little number was a thrift store score.If it looks like a maids or waitress dress its because it is probably one or the other.Its an "Angelica".For my nursing friends that may ring a bell as they do a lot of scrubs but the company has been around since 1878!Its nylon so its an easy toss in the wash for me.Unlike yesterday when I was wearing my vintage silk bowling shirt and my son decided to run up to me with his hands covered in sweet and sour sauce and use me as a towel.If you ever see moms in sweatpants and shirts.It may not be because they gave up on their looks,it might just be that they can't afford to keep up with their dry cleaning bill anymore! ;)

Autumn Leaves...

2011-08-08T20:44:00.000-07:00

When it comes to our wardrobe I'm sure most of us aim for things we can wear anytime but there is no denying somethings are just seasonal.I feel that way about some of my vintage costume jewelry and look forward when that time of the year to wear them rolls around.Makes them just a bit more special to me.Autumn is my favorite season so no surprise I have a lot of autumn themed jewelry.Here are a few pieces I still have out that I though I'd share with you.

My acorn and oak leaves celluloid bracelet:

and 2 necklace:

Hoping to be back in the mid west where I can truly appreciate autumn soon.Have my eyes on a house I'm really excited about but don't want to jinx anything just yet.Come on autumn I'm ready for you!Ready for leaves crunching beneath my shoes,hot apple cider and sweater weather!

One Mans Trash is This Womans Treasure...

2011-07-30T17:36:00.000-07:00

My morning stroll with the kids yesterday proved to be a tad more worth it than just the usual fresh air,sunshine and exercise reasons.One of the houses a block up had a bunch of junk on the curb marked "free".In all honesty it should have just been put out with the trash a few days earlier (no one wants a vacuum held together by duct tape I think its safe to say).

In a cardboard box I did notice a life magazine from September 29th,1961!It was the ONLY thing worth rescuing and I did just that!Definitely one of my "newer" vintage Life magazines but I do adore the early 60's and I've been enjoying all the episodes of Mad Men I've missed on Netflix on demand so it seemed a fitting era to find.

I get a lot of inspiration from old magazines.It appeals to my sense of taste.It makes me cry often that I can't order the things they're advertising anymore.As a history nerd watching how mankind tends to repeat mistakes amuses me.Now this one isn't in the best of condition so I understood why they were tossing it but a tattered magazine doesn't stop me from wanting it.My nice ones I keep displayed...well,honestly that's a lie I haven't displayed any for a few years as I have small children who don't understand "gently" 100%.But the old ones,tattered,brittle and/or musty I cut apart for scrapbooking and to use on my orders.

It had one of my favorite style icons Jackie O

here you go ladies,a peak into the past of what was the new fashion "ins" for 1961!

an ad for MaidenForm

Makeup ad declaring the matte look is in.I concur.Face makeup should either be matte or natural.I don't get the shimmery,dewy sparkle look.Your face just looks like it needs some powder stat!

I've said it before and I'll say it again:I'm a sucker for packaging!How cute did Friskies labels use to be!!??

And I don't care if its considered "dated" I've always been a fan of the matching lips and fingertips rule. =)

Work That Skirt...

2011-07-18T12:08:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I visited an estate warehouse.These skirts are in the funnest prints and must have all been from the same lady.I snagged them,got them home and being in love with the fabric hoped they'd be in my size.They're not but that's ok because they're just going in the shop then.I know wearing vintage a lot of gals get mad at only finding things with a 24 inch waist.Its why it was nice to find these,they have an elastic waist and resting they're 31 to 32 inches with a max of 44 inches!

great girlie print on this with ruffles!click here for listing

Great Native American print on this one! click here for listing

this one has the cutest woodland folkish print to it!click here for listing

Slim Pickings...

2011-07-17T10:20:00.000-07:00

As most of you know my original plan of moving in June fell through.I don't feel like unpacking things I've packed so closet and accessories are becoming rather slim pickings!It makes outfit posts hard to do.Also since I'm trying to save money and NOT buy things (near impossible for me) I haven't had pretty "new" things to show off.Oh dear this is making blogging awfully hard!Tee hee!The last house I've fallen in love with I'm only short 4grand which isn't too bad.Hopefully my shop gets out of the "summer slump" and does AMAZING and before you know it I'll be moved into my new home with all my things out again,plus the joy of doing posts on a vintage home!

Yes,those are Hello Kitty sandals =) plus side of having being short is I also have little feet so I can score shoes in the little girls clearance section.I'm not a huge fan of sandals but these are cute and I need to try now.As you can see in this photo I have a silly tan line on my feet from wearing my ballet flats so much so the top of my feet are tan and I'm trying to get my toes to match!Sillier still is I wore jeans too much with my flats so where the cuff of my jeans were the is a big jump in color compared with my lily white legs.

Here is a close up of my pink Polaroid cool rays

Pop Ups,the Kind That Are NOT Annoying..

2011-07-07T11:56:00.000-07:00

Living in the digital age when I say "pop-ups" first thought is those annoying ads that spring on on your computer selling you things you're not interested in.I think we are all in agreement that those kind are annoying and hopefully we are still all in agreement that pop up books are AMAZING!

They are one of those things that as an adult I still love.My daughter has a hard time believing that I got this Jolly Jump-Ups See the Circud book for ME and not for her.I love old circus themed items.The freak shows always fascinated me and from the time I could remember I thought Betty Broadbent was beautiful.I thought I'd share some of the photos that are in ok condition with you.

F*ck Chucks!

2011-07-01T20:30:00.000-07:00

Unless you've been living under a rock I'm sure you've heard of the monster that is football player Michael Vick.Sure he may have done his time but that doesn't forgive his sins.Just like I wouldn't trust my children to be babysat by someone that once served time for a sex crime,I CERTAINLY wouldn't trust Vick with my dogs.Nor can I support a company that holds this man as a hero.

You'll remember back when the story broke of the horrible animal abuse those pit bulls suffered through Nike dropped him as a spokesperson.Nike has since flip flopped and has signed a new deal with him!At first I thought "I don't own Nike's so I can't hit them where it hurts."My friend Michael informed me that yes,actually I can because Nike owns Converse.I love my Chucks but I love animals more and I can NOT look at myself in the mirror knowing that my money is supporting a company that would use such a disgusting human being to represent them.I am boycotting Chuck Taylor sneakers and I hope you will be too.Here is a good blog post about it that you can read:Nike Flip Flop

Fellow readers I hope you will join me in saying "NO" to Nike,BET and Subway for all playing a part in allowing this chump to line his pockets so thick after the inhumane things he has done.Nike,the ball is in your court now.I have worn Chucks for years but have thrown mine in the trash and I will not purchase a new pair until you drop this scumbag and apologize for this HUGE error in judgment.I hate spineless people and I will not do business with a spineless company.Should have stuck with your original stance of dropping him and NOT picking him back up because for what its worth it DEFINITELY cost you MY dollar.

I Shouldn't Have...But HOW Could I Not?

2011-06-28T14:54:00.000-07:00

I've been trying to downsize as much as possible.I've been going through boxes in the garage and tossing things that sadly broke on the move here and also debating if I really love other thigs enough to want to drag it across the country again.Been listing a lot in my Etsy shop and also just giving things to friends.So with all this downsizing why on earth would I ADD MORE to what I have?Because sometimes you just can't say "No".Such was the case today.

I spend the first half of today at the grandpas.My mother after some cleaning up around the place asked if I wanted to hit up one of the thrifts I haven't been to in awhile at the retirement home,I said yes!I'm trying not to buy things to add more inventory since my shop is another thing I'm trying to downsize as much as possible for the move.I've been trying to keep what I've been adding to the shop from my personal collection but that place always has cute vintage costume jewelry.Jewelry isn't a pain to lug across the country like piles of vintage clothes and such so why not,right?

This place has 2 rooms.One is in the front and has a bit of everything,mostly the clothes,jewelry and accessories.The second room is down a hall and is filled with furniture and clearance things.Normally I hit the front first and ask to me taken to the back but today I felt like going to the back first and I'm glad I did.What was waiting back there that had JUST been put out on the floor?A Heywood Mother F*cking Wakefield dining table with leaf,4 chairs AND the china cabinet!!It was a sign from the vintage Gods that love me and want me to be happy.Downsizing or not I HAD to have these.I'm not want to say "no" to a good deal.They're mine now oh yes.Whatever house we do end up buying now is going to be just THAT much more awesome now.

Remember kids "No" to drugs,"YES" to Heywood Wakefield.

I can't tell you how many years I've hunted for a Heywood Wakefield piece in my budget,which trust me I'm well aware of how unrealistically low my budget is but eventually when hunting vintage the piece you're looking for will come...even if its not the most perfecting of timing!But just go with it!

Pretty Things For Furry Friends...

2011-06-17T11:17:00.000-07:00

Normally I buy my Boston bebe's food at PetCo.The other day I stepped into Petsmart to do a price comparison.Was the dog food cheaper there?Honestly I have NO IDEA!I got insanely sidetracked with Martha Stewart's line of pet stuff they sell there.Some people don't like her but I love her and her Frenchie babies too!I almost got French Bulldogs when I first started looking into having a dog again but they're divas and Bostons are much better family dogs.=)

If its in my home I like it to be attractive,there is no reason it shouldn't be.I forgot to take photos but one of the things that made my heart flip was red and aqua collars and leashes!Eeeeee!I'll be back for those!I already shared on my facebook fan page the bowls so I'll spare the repeat for those of you following me on there I dislike how unappealing dog dishes can be but there was a aisle of stainless steel and aqua,or mint,polka dot or gingham that made me smile from ear to ear.Oh and lets not forget of course the aqua grooming stuff and toys!

as I made a wish list of the things I wanted (including an aqua dog treat cookie jar,yes I would use one of those)it approached a total of $200ish!I only had a few bucks so I left with this:

The dogs enjoyed both immensely and then I began to tell them off all the things I was going to get them.As the tone of my voice got more excited over the cuteness of it all their happy expressions washed away and was replaced with confusion.They were just happy to have new treats and toys,I forget Ollie and Lug don't really care about aqua colored things at all.

Mix and Match...

2011-06-12T19:57:00.000-07:00

Today's outfit was mix and match of new and vintage.My mom found me this cute dress on the Target clearance rack earlier this week!I love vintage put also do enjoy mixing modern with vintage.When your modern piece has a vintage feel its even better!

I'm limited in my shoe variety right now because 90% of my shoes are packed away eagerly awaiting my move back to the midwest so it was my trusty ballet flats to the rescue.Seriously I may cry when I've finally worn these to death.

My earrings and bracelet set are the vintage part of my outfit.I scored this divine set for $1.25 at a flea market in Indiana.I have really small wrists so find clampers that fit is always a treat,finding them with rhinestones on them is the cherry on top and for only $1.25 is extra chocolate sprinkles...crap,now I want ice cream =/

And here is Ollie being nosy.The moment I walk out the front door without him this is where you'll find him.If I'm gone long enough he uses it as an excuse to fall asleep on my pillow.

No One Ever Said Life Was Fair...

2011-06-06T19:09:00.000-07:00

Taking a break for our regularly scheduled world of pretty little things to lay some ugly truth on you.No one ever said life was fair,that is sort of a given.You would think that one would deserve to have a chance to live a little life though before it was deemed unfair.Life is so unfair sometimes though that it doesn't care that you're only 3 months old.Imagine only having been put on this earth 90 days ago and already you've been given a 50% chance of survival.Such is the case of 3 month old Riker Dresser.

Riker has been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.My dear internet pal Bailee mentioned the Dresser's situation as they are close friends of hers and my heart broke for her,Riker and the mother and father.I try to live my life by the golden rule.You know,that rule we are taught as children and quickly forget well before adulthood of treating people how YOU would like to be treated.I can't take Riker and make her better unfortunately so the only thing I could think to help was the following:

1.this blog post mentioning her.Despite your beliefs please keep Riker in your thoughts.Power or prayer or positive energy can do wonders.

2.Try to ease a little of the financial burden this family must now endure with the cost of medical and travel expenses which is why now through the 13th of June I will be donating 20% of all sales to the family.Seen something you've had your eye on in my Etsy shop?Now is a good time to indulge.

3.Maybe you're thinking" eh I don't really need a pack of smokes" and would rather do something much more useful with $5.00 and donate via pay pal to the family.I don't want to put the email up out of fear of them being spammed but if you're interested please contact me via etsy through convos and I will promptly reply to you.

Riker and her daddy Jon:

Riker and her big sister Valentine:

Shoe Porn...

2011-06-03T22:30:00.000-07:00

My porn is shoes.Mostly vintage shoes,I of course appreciate the vintage styled shoes and every now and then a modern shoe makes my heart flip.My problem with a lot of repro shoes though is the price.I love remix but can pretty much guarantee I'll never own a pair (unless they're on a 50% off sale).I look at an almost $200.00 pair of shoes as simply too much for my budget.It also makes me think "do you know how many ACTUAL VINTAGE shoes I could get at that price?!"If I was rich I assure you I would SO be one of those gals that spent $500+ on shoes but the reality is I'm not.

Now if cute repros UNDER $100.00 is more up your alley I thought I'd share with you in case you weren't familiar the Dance Store and a few of my favorites from them.My wishlist in already pretty full with some that will be gracing my closet once I get moved (boo priorities but saving for a home and the move IS more important than pretty shoes,hehehe)

this pair comes in black too:

6 different shades on this style:

this pair shown in the indigo and white combo,come also in navy and white,black and white,brown and white and all black:

this pair is the priciest at $79.95 so that is like a sale price at remix =)

This Memorial Day Weekend...

2011-05-29T22:10:00.000-07:00

Here in the states many look at memorial day as 3 day weekend,a reason to barbecue and drink beers.Now I'm not knocking any of that but I do hope as I've heard people boast of their holiday parties they'll be attending that they'll also be giving nod to those that have served.

Though it is looked at as a time to honor those that have served and died I thought I'd share with you photos of my gramps in uniform who I am still so fortunate to have with me.He is a retired Sergeant Major in his 90's and has fought 7 terms of war from WWII through Vietnam.

my grandfather on the right

I hope everyone has a fun and safe remains of the holiday weekend.I want to express my gratitude to the men and women that have served and continue to serve this country.Also thank you to your families for their bravery in holding down the home front and staying strong when you're away from them.Also in their ability to put on a smile knowing in times of war there is a chance you may not return to them.I salute you all.

"All gave some,Some gave all"

Happy Birthday Wishes For Those Beyond the Grave...

2011-05-27T19:30:00.000-07:00

"In art, religion, and politics the respect must be mutual, no matter how violent the disagreement." -Vincent Price

For as long as I can remember I have loved Vincent Price.His voice is mesmerizing and his sense of humor to die for.So though he may not be of this world anymore I thought I'd give a quick note say Happy Birthday Mr.Price because you'll always live on in my heart.

Ranch,Not Just a Condiment...

2011-05-20T22:15:00.000-07:00

My favorite style of home is the Craftsman,Cape Cod,Victorian and last but not least Ranch Style!Being in Southern California you don't get a lot of REALLY old homes like you do in the Midwest and back East.That is one of the things I miss and am eager to see again when I move back.

A lot of the homes in my hometown are modern or 70's that have been added on to.Today when I took the kids for a walk the street a few blocks over had nothing but ranch style homes that I thought I'd share you you.I wanted to stay somewhat respectful of these peoples privacy so I didn't shoot the whole house but just bits of the homes on the street.Hope you enjoy!

2 of My Favorite Things...

2011-05-19T22:24:00.000-07:00

I have a lot of things I love.Up there on the list would be bakelite and shoes and this post will show off both.Now I've been back in California for almost a year.Its been hard and most of the time frustrating.Care taking for a family member that you don't really get along with isn't exactly smooth sailing to say the least.But when I leave I can at least say it wasn't a total loss because I'd like to share all the bakelite bangles I've found since I've been here!

And a little late but better late than never here is my Mother's Day gift from the hubs.I love heels but also to be practical over the fact that I have to chase around to young kids flats are also a personal fav.Stylish flats are always a plus.I love that they have these ribbon laces but also came with skinny laces too.

Skirts From France and Battle of the Bangs

2011-05-16T18:44:00.000-07:00

What is new since last week?If you don't follow me on Facebook or Twitter than you're just now finding out that my bangs are back.I'm mostly glad too but there is of course a smidge of remorse over not being able to stick with it,but C'est la vie.

I've also been bad about outfit posts so I thought I'd get one in before I get too rusty.Today I wore the vintage skirt I picked up yesterday while thrifting.There is a cool little thrift shop in town that separates the vintage from the normal donated clothes but still keeps MOST things thrift shop reasonable,others sadly not so much.This skirt was made in Paris,France which automatically makes it cooler to me for some reason.And the fact that I talked the guy down from $20.00 to $12.00 also helps.

I scored my 60's blouse years ago off ebay.I was a little disappointed in my blouse department this morning.I really need to have a better variety.I think a navy nylon blouse would be perfect with the skirt.*Note to self keep eyes open for blouses.I have a ton of skirts but rarely anything to pair them with most of them time,tsk,tsk!Didn't get a close up but there are my awesome $1.00 bakelite hoop earrings.

A close up of the fabric.

Ah,yes.My tried and true ballet flats.I should have thrown these away a long time ago but I can't bring myself to do it yet.

Vintage 101 Score!

2011-05-10T10:10:00.000-07:00

Sorry,I have every intention of getting this post down the day after my last but you know..that thing called life gets in the way sometimes.Well anyway they aren't the greatest photos and I feel bad that they aren't displayed in all their glory (its a little crowded here while I'm care-taking and oh how I miss my pretty things packed away) BUT when we do move these lovelies will be going into my daughters room.

Back in November I picked up this dresser for $15.00!Due to the lighting it looks much more yellowed than it is,oh natural light you are so much better...

While I was in Vintage 101 I noticed the matching night stands!I didn't have enough for them but they guy cut me a deal,I was so happy!I only pictured one because I've already moved the other into the garage and I was too lazy to fish it out.Lazy blogger I know.But once we do get into our own home again I promise a beautiful vintage galore photo shoot of the new place!

I noticed for some reason a few of the photos I took of Vintage 101 didn't show on my last post so here are the ones that decided to go MIA.

Vintage 101...

2011-05-05T21:52:00.000-07:00

Today was a great day.My mom stopped by and we loaded up the kids to see the Carlsbad flower fields.That was short lived when we found out it was $10.00...flowers are cool and all but not $10.00 to get in the gate cool,sorry flowers.

A trip to the shoe store for the kids which ended in 2 pairs of shoes for girl child and none for boy child as he became restless and "stereo-typical toddler no one likes in public" type so to the car we went.I told him as we walked back to the car he was only hurting himself here as he now got no new shoes...I don't think it had the same meaning to it as when I tell my girl that.

A quick run to the bike shop to FINALLY get a tire for my stroller and as Wayland found his happy place again my mom suggested staying in the car and letting Heidi and I wonder into a little shop called Vintage 101.

I've been in there a few times before and it doesn't disappoint.The guy that is always there is extremely friendly and helpful.The store has a little bit of everything.Clothes,furniture,knick knacks,home decor and housewares.Mostly its 1960s and 1970s but it does have earlier decades.I have a soft spot for kitsch so I can appreciate all aspects.

Here are some snaps of the shop.Sorry for the small photos,I'm having issue with my photo bucket not letting me resize my photos without distorting them and blah,blah more technical stuff you really don't care about.

If you should find yourself in North County San Diego take a minute to check it out.Oh and did I find anything that I couldn't leave without?You bet,but you'll have to stay tuned until tomorrow when I can get better photos.

Thrift Scores...

2011-05-04T13:35:00.000-07:00

I ended up hitting 4 different shops yesterday and found a little something at each.Mostly for ME and not so much the shop but that's ok.Those days happen and honestly better than finding nothing at all,right?!

These obviously aren't vintage but they were brand new AND only $2.00!My closet was lacking blue shoes.Sure I have navy but these electric blue bad boys needed to come home with me.Wedges are my friend.

When I spotted this darling knit cap I hoped it was for adults.Sadly for me it was child size,fortunately for my daughter it fits just right.I freaking LOVE these knit hats though!Beats a beanie any day in cold weather.

I'm a huge fan of vintage costume jewelry.This Trifari necklace will be hitting the shop sometime this week.

This squaresville plastic bangle will be too!

Now because I love vintage costume jewelry that also means I have a hard time parting with it sometimes.For example this moon shaped lucite confetti bracelet with rhinestone starts in copper will NOT be hitting the shop but hanging out with me instead.

And last I scored a ton of drinking glasses.The little ones on the left I found 6 of,they're from Libbey.The taller ones on the right I found 7 of and are from Anchor.All need a good bath in some white vinegar to remove the hard water build up they have on them.

Trends That Need to Come Back...

2011-05-02T21:56:00.000-07:00

The thing about fashion is its all a cycle.Things come back,fall out of fashion,come back again with a twist and so on and so forth.When I first started dressing in vintage in Jr. High I can understand why my mom use to cringe when I started wearing her friends old bell bottoms that she had handed down to me.I feel the same cringe seeing late 80's early 90's fashions come back into style.

This list had the potential to get really long but I narrowed it down to 3 easy to incorporate pieces I'd like to see come back in style.

The first is for the fellas and its very easy.Men have the simplest time pulling off dapper and yet are most prone to failing miserably at it.Sorry but I can't think of anything less attractive than baseball caps,baggy jeans,Tap Out clothing and the likes.Oh and SERIOUSLY what is up with those tattooed long sleeved mesh nylon shirts?!?Don't fake it.If you don't have tattoos I could care less but if you're walking around with one of those shirts that at first glance makes me think you're fully sleeved you look a fool.

For the gents I'd like to suggest the return of the pocket watch!These I found in a field.Random find and full of mystery!

Next on the list is sweat clips...or sweater guards,whichever you prefer.These are 2 of my favorites from my personal collection.

Last but not least ladies is GLOVES!Trust me the YOUNGER you fall in love with them and stick with them the BETTER!I am but a mere 29 and trust me I can see the aging process on my hands already.It makes me wish I had been stricter about wearing gloves more often in my youth,sunblock isn't enough sometimes.(these are currently for sale in my Etsy shop)

Now I am curious what are some fashions YOU'D like to see come back and/or go away and NEVER come back?

Gray Skies Take 2...

2011-04-26T21:25:00.000-07:00

If I planned things better I would have snapped photos of what I wore today and THEN changed into the dress I meant to show you last post but my camera battery died so I only got one photo.I don't plan things well though because by the time I got out of the dress I wore today and into the other dress and back out of it again I said "eh never mind" and put on my pink Scottie dog and fleur de lis pajamas.=)

My friends call me the thrift store queen and I guess I can accept that title.I'm pretty good at putting an entire outfit together for less than $20.00,but honestly I've had to for so long that it comes naturally.For example this outfit with dress,shoes,flowers and necklace cost me $15.50!

My wardrobe has been lacking a petticoat since my mid 20's which is a shame because I think would be really cute with this dress.Somethings in life you learn too late but when your parents told you to "share" remember to scrap that idea when it comes to your closet!Especially if you're a vintage lover.Its one thing if your friend borrows something and ruins it or just never gives it back but if said item was vintage its 10 times more heartbreaking.It was windy today but I love the V shape ruffling!

the shoes I shared a few posts ago as part of a somewhat recent thrift score.Yellow shoes don't really go with a ton of things so I had to wear them with this dress versus plain black (though I feel my closet is in need of gray ballet flats)

Gray Skies...

2011-04-24T23:47:00.000-07:00

I've been horridly uninspired lately,thus the lack of posts.Today my mom came by and picked up the kids and I to hang out and have dinner at her place.I wanted to do an outfit post but only got a few snaps of the kids and this 1 of me before my battery died!Grrr!Then I had my phone but I forgot to charge it last night so died shortly after arriving at my moms.All around fail for me as far as photos go.

I got this dress for $3.00 and when I got to the counter they told me clothes were 50% off so it ended up being $1.50!Its really cute yellow and black plaid ruffling on the bottom,I'll wear it again soon with fully charged batteries so I can get a whole shot of it.

The kids discovered the neighbors fountain while we waited for my mom to show up.I had a hard time explaining to the boy that fountain water is not suitable drinking water.

We all have off days and I guess I knew mine wasn't going to go completely smooth right from the start.This fact came to be because my son woke up at 5am,which is not a big deal,I simply brought him into the room with me to lay down for another hour or 2.I'm not sure if I fell into a deep sleep and didn't wake up to Wayland's normal attempt to wake me and it escalated to this...but yeah for some reason he thought throwing the remote at my face was a good way for mommy to start the day.Kid has an arm on him!

Oh and though my coupon code for my etsy shop expired now I've decided to just mark everything 20% off,no coupon required.Even with new listings!I'll be staying up for awhile trying to get that all set up.Hope you all had a great Easter weekend!

Oh My!Almost May!

2011-04-20T00:56:00.000-07:00

Time flies doesn't it!Currently I have a month and a 1/2 till my "goal" move time and I REALLY don't want to stay a minute longer!Its been a hard year and I am done doing my family duty and am ready to live my life again with MY family.I have 180 in my shop I need to attempt to clear for 2 reasons.1 is I need the money to move and 2 moving LESS stuff is always a plus,am I right?!On top of going through my shop these past few months and slashing prices I am not also offering the coupon code "movingsale" to save you an additional 20% off!If you have had anything in my shop on your wish list now is a great time to snag it up before its gone.I'll be running the 20% off sale through the 24th of April.If you can throw any business my way I'd appreciate it.

Just a small sample of the things currently for sale in my Etsy shop:

Typical Day and Progress in Weight Loss...

2011-04-13T22:15:00.000-07:00

Let me start off this post my saying "Hello Miss Dollie Deville!I need contact info for you since you were the winner for my 400 follower giveaway!"Ok now on with the post...

My typical day is balancing time for my kids and my Etsy shop.Sometimes I strike a happy medium.Some days I play with the kids and get no work done and I feel guilty.Then there are the days where I'm all work and feel bad that the kids don't get enough attention.I'm not complaining,more so hoping that working moms out there can relate,even if you work at home its still hard to find that balance...maybe working at home its more so because there is no separation of work and kids since its ALL in the home.Modern woman is literally a super woman,Jane of all trades that doesn't give herself enough credit because as she tries to put on all the hats required to get her through the day she's left feeling guilt over certain aspects in her life not getting that 100% attention.Lets remember ladies more pats on the back and less guilt.

Balance came together well today as I got BOTH kids to take a nap AT HOME!Normally its in the car or the stroller if that happens.That gave me time to take some inventory photos which I still need to edit but step 1 is done and hey,you got to start somewhere.

I've felt rather stranded this week as the tire on my stroller blew!I just replaced the other one so it was like life threw me a Nelson from the Simpson's pointing his finger at me and saying "Haha!" I instead improvised and loaded the kids in their wagon.Its not as easy to travel with but it did the trick so I could get to the post office.Being back in my home town its funny some of the things that are still around.Like this Jesus bus,I remember it as a kid and its still chugging around town.

The walk home from the post office always takes twice as long.That is because I let my daughter get out of the stroller(or today the wagon) and walk with me.This simple task is a valuable lesson for me on so many levels.It teaches me to slow down and not try to rush to the next thing that "has to get done".It is humbling for me because even though I have a lot of negative feelings about my hometown my daughter can find beauty in it and I appreciate her humbling me to slow down,take it all in,appreciate the little things,and make a wish.We make a lot of wishes on the way home.

Waiting for us when we got back was a package at the door which sealed the deal on an overall good day.It was a box full of my friend Jill's Fred Perry gear.There are not a lot of modern pieces of clothing I like but I do like a Fred Perry polo!I couldn't help but try one on right away.Also happy to report that after much back and forth,back and forth my weight leveled off at 10 more pounds till I reach my goal weight!Wayland is 20 months now so its been slow going but at least its going.

This last 10 pounds will just be toning up.Mostly in my stomach and a tad on the arms.Didn't think much of the arms but I scored this really cute dress I will try to show off on my next post and it fits perfectly so yes,yes I have to keep it but its a little tight on...the arms!Don't you hate when that happens?The arms is one of the last things you'd think of when something is too tight and its an odd feeling when it happens to you.Grrr.Fairly easy to trim up your bingo wings so it could be worse.

What would really seal the deal on my good day is a good nights sleep.Preferably one that I'm going to bed before 3am!My insomnia kicks up really bad when my husbands not around,even though its for a greater good my sleeping pattern has gone wacky without having someone around to tell it to go to bed and give it snuggles.I have found making a "Chris Isaak" and "Bright Eyes" station on my Pandora radio soothes my savage beast of a sleep pattern,not as well as my hubby but its an improvement.I have an overactive mind that constantly thinks,and thinks and thinks so being able to get lost in music as a try to sleep is a godsend.

Thift Scores For Future Projects...

2011-04-12T23:39:00.000-07:00

If you look on Etsy for pet beds there is a lovely variety.The upcycled ones from old suitcases have always struck my fancy.I decided to share this one from Vintage Renaissance because I am biased and they have a Bostie in the photo!

This is something I know I could fairly easily create myself.I have an old suitcase with a busted buckle that would be perfect for this project.Yesterday while I was on the vintage hunt I found perfect legs for it for $1.00!

Now the only problem is I have enough to make 1 dog an awesome bed but not the other so I think I'll wait till I have another suitcase at least before I start this project.Jealousy is the last thing I want to create between my pooches.The one I currently have would work for Ollie,Lug Nut will require a much larger suitcase to be comfortable.He's lost a good bit of weight since we rescued him but he's still a big ole Lug!

You're a Winner!

2011-04-10T22:25:00.000-07:00

Thank you everyone that entered my giveaway!I'm already up to 424 so 500 will be here before we know it and I'll be throwing another great giveaway!The winner is the lovely Miss Dollie Deville over at The Rockabilly Socialite! Dollie please leave your email in a blog comment so I can contact you for your address (don't worry I won't approve the comment,I'll just use it to copy into an email and delete to prevent any of those pesky spammers from getting a hold of it).

I meant to have an outfit post today.My daughter is at my moms and when I went to lay down with my son so he'd take a nap I feel asleep too!Whoops!I'll have to postpone that till tomorrow when I have natural light on my side again.Oh and I'm having a 20% off sale in my etsy shop that is good till midnight pacific standard time so you have a little over an hour left!The coupn for it is "2YEARANNIVERSARYSALE".Good night guys!

The Same But Different...

2011-04-07T21:52:00.000-07:00

Finding vintage twins or vintage that is at least in the same family is exciting!Well...to ME any way.Its how collections often end up starting,like for example my Polaroid Cool Rays with the lacy pattern around the frame of the cats eye started the way.Found one pair,later found another in a different color and kept going with it.Anything bow related is another yet another thing I go gaga for.

I picked up this black brooch with a rhinestone center for $5.00 back in November of last year while thrifting.Not a great thrift price but with most shops in California they see vintage and the fact that they're a THRIFT STORE no longer seems to matter but eh $5.00 really isn't so bad.I just got really spoiled by 50 cent vintage jewelry tables back in Indiana.,(psst Indy I miss these things about you terribly)

and this week I can across this one in a pretty root beer brown and didn't have the rhinestone center.

Now they're in the drawer together perhaps bonding or fighting over who will get worn next?Who knows.

And that concludes the title matching the content.Due to my inability to blog as often as I'd like I'm throwing in a little bit of this and that on this post too.Sorry I have blogging ADD,I can't stay on topic.Honestly though how I blog is much like having a conversation with me,it'll start here and by the end of it ends up WAAAAAAY over there on Mars.I like to think of this as progression in conversation,others argue its an inability to stay on topic *shrugs*

I wanted to show off my lovely hair flower that I ordered from Roxanne .Black roses make my inner goth kid super happy!

If the name rings a bell its because you've ordered a darling hair bow OR you remember past blogs post I've made about her awesome little boy Vince he is battling brain cancer.Vince was admitted into the hospital tonight with a fever.I'm sure most of you are aware that when you're going through chemo it really wrecks a frail body and leaves you open to infection which is NOT a great thing for an already weak immune system.Its frightening when a common cold can become deadly.In my opinion the kids has proven to be tougher than nails so I'm sure he'll be fine but all the same just wanted to make a public "shout out" to my readers that before you go to bed tonight keep him in your prayers,light a candle,send some positive thoughts his way.Whatever your cup of tea is belief wise doesn't matter.

To jump topics once again on to tattoos!If you browse buzzfeed or "Like"
me on Facebook you might recall the 50 unexplainable vintage photos post.There were 3 that really caught my eye and here are 2 that I'm seriously considering turning into thigh pieces.They have a very macabre in comparison to my traditional pieces but all the same they've continued please me when I look at them.

I want to add a banner to this one that reads "I only have eyes for you"

I've got a million and one things to get done before I go spending money on that though so on the plus side it'll give me time to still ponder over them.Before I go hopping around anymore I'm out of here...No,I lied!Don't forget about my giveaway!Ok now I'm done.Seriously.

400 Follower Giveaway!

2011-04-03T22:23:00.000-07:00

Ok well its 411 followers now.One of these days I'll be better planned with these things I swear!Its always when you're looking for something that you can't find it.Since I didn't want to do clothes or shoes since its a limited number of people that can enter I do universal things like hats,jewelry and purses and sure enough Murphy's Law came into play and a drought on vintage hats,purses and jewelry fell upon me.

Now onto the goods!I am offering this lovely little lot of vintage items:a bracelet,hat,purse and brooch!Also I apologize for the photos.I not only got around to doing this giveaway late but I got around to taking the photos late in the day so no natural light!Noooooooooo!

close up of the clasp:

the hat:

the bracelet:

the brooch:

Hopefully you're liking what you see!Now onto the rules for entering.You must be a follower of my blog obviously.I need you to repost on your own blog about my give away AND post your favorite item from my etsy shop. I'll also give you another entry to my giveaway if you follow or already are following me on Facebook or Twitter!I know some of you follow blogs but don't actually blog yourselves so in that case sharing this link of your Facebook would also suffice.Thank you so much to all my followers new and old.This blog has been a really fun and positive thing in my life to share my love of vintage with similar people from all over the world!Thanks internet for making it a small world!=)

The will be doing the drawing on Sunday April 10th so giveaway entries must be in by Saturday night.Good luck!

First Sunburn of the Year...

2011-03-30T22:48:00.000-07:00

I wear sunblock everyday.Without fail I always miss a spot but normally don't realize it.Today that spot I missed reared its ugly head on a small spot where my shoulder meets my neck.Try as I might I always get at least a small sunburn every year.Today after doing my routine of post office,thrifting,lunch and back home with the hubs and kids that fact reared its ugly head,but it was well worth it!

I do apologize for the delay in my give away.I've been hunting and so far have only come up with one item but would like to have a few to offer so its still on pause but coming soon!I did come across some fun finds for myself like this awesome faux fur collar with a darling red bow for $2.00.I am trying to think which coat I have that needs some sprucing up.

and for $3.00 I came across this cute and never worn yellow wedges!I love shoes and it occurred to me that I didn't own any yellow shoes.Maybe because I feared looking like Minnie Mouse but I love these.

On the way home I noticed a payphone which seemed so out of place.In this modern cellphone age you really don't see them too much anymore.

One of the old car dealerships we passed had a 1975 Stringray Corvette for sale.Not a huge fan of a lot of 70's cars but Corvettes are pretty classy you can't deny that.

I never understood why people throw their shoes on telephone wires but it always catches my eye when I notice it and stand there pondering over it too much.Like how many times did the person have to throw them before they stuck.

and that in a nutshell is how my first sunburn of the year went.Its that time of year for my west coast friends to remember to slather on the sunblock.Not to rub it in the face of my friends back in the midwest who were complaining of more snow today.=)

Lunch at the 101 and Thrift Victories...

2011-03-24T21:54:00.000-07:00

After a run to the post office where I only mailed one package and forgot the other *face palm* I treated the kids and hubs to lunch at the 101 Cafe.Its a really cute little joint and I wish I had snapped more photos but being a mom with 2 small kids its hard to remember to snap more photos in between keeping everyone happy too!

After eating as much as my husband hates it he took me thrifting,aw that's love.The first joint I scored some cute vintage gift wrap,purses and a decanter set.The second thrift I scored 5 cute dresses for the shop which I'd like to share a sneak peak of but ended up REALLY hating all the photos so I have to reshoot tomorrow when I have better light.Here is the gift wrap though...

My goal tonight is to be asleep BEFORE 2am.Which means I ought to hop off this thing but eh,Netflix isn't helping me any as I'm naturally a night owl and fail at self control.Wish me luck at a good nights sleep ;)

Last Minute Beach Trip...

2011-03-22T21:53:00.000-07:00

Normal routine of running errands today.After grabbing some lunch hubby came up with the brilliant idea to go back to the house,grab the dogs and go to the beach!Fresh ocean air is good for wearing out not only children but pups too.My current favorite app on my iPhone is the Instagram..I'd imagine its what like Tumbler if Tumbler was a photo app....no I don't have a Tumbler,its tempting but its really hard for me to keep up with so many social networking sites as it is.If you have Instagram my username on there is "bakelitebroad".Here are some snaps I took today.

I loved the show "Futurama",Bender was my favorite character on the show so it was nice to see him smacked on a sign today.

This car made my heart flip flop.First off because its an old station wagon.I freaking adore old grocery getters!Secondly,its aqua!Which I'm sure you can make anything cooler when colored aqua.

I didn't want to disturb Waylan who had fallen asleep on the car ride home.Once we pulled into the driveway I didn't have the heart to wake him yet.While he slept I took a self portrait.

Still hunting for things for my giveaway.Other than that not a whole lot going on right now.Catch you on the flip side.

400 Followers!And WhatNottery...

2011-03-17T21:54:00.000-07:00

Yeah!My blog has reached 400 followers!Well,403 because as usual it sneaks up on me like that.Expect a give away to follow soon!I really do appreciate people taking an interest in little ole me.Lets see...oh in recent shouldn't have but couldn't resist Etsy purchases I got myself these!It really is too easy to justify buying something for yourself when its under $5.00 and well,heart and key and me=hard to say no.

In iPhone app nerdery I invested in one a few weeks ago called half tone.I forgot about it until my friend Kimmi posted some of her photos using it today and I was like "oh yeah I liked that app I should use it" so I did tonight.

Ollie and Heidi play well together until one of them decides they don't want to share anymore.Normally its Heidi,Ollie being the good boy that he is always choose to sulk versus being aggressive and trying to snatch his toy back.Luckily after flashing those puppy dog eyes Heidi obliges in giving the toy back.

What Ollie lacks in calmness Lug Nut more than makes up for in the lazy bones department.He is more of a snuggler not a fighter.

Speaking of lazy bones.We did much of the same.Besides forcing myself to get to the post office today we did a lot of nothing.Hung out on the bed reading books,rolling around giggling at things that don't make any sense and sipping lots of tea.Things that are good for the soul and needed to kick that last bit of cold I can't seem to shake.

Other than that not much to report.Off to go flannel overload my senses with My So Called Life reruns on NetFlix on demand.Mmmmmm.Jordon Catalano.Sorry Jared Leto,I only love you as Jordon.Much how I feel about Eric from True Blood.Alexander Skarsgard in real life,eh..but as Eric Northman,OH YES AND PLEASE!That is normal right?To love characters but not actually that actor?

This One Didn't Make It...

2011-03-10T19:45:00.000-08:00

When you sell vintage sometimes its hard to get to the selling part.As a rule when it comes to clothes,if it fits I keep it!The exception being something I won't use like for example a wedding dress.Doesn't matter if that fit,I'd have no use for it.

Today I'm happy to report that I am about 98% better from my cold.Still a lingering stuffed up nose but no longer miserable and unable to go out and about in the world.To celebrate I dragged my husband to the thrift store with me where I found some cute things for my shop I'll be listing through out the week AND this cardigan which I'm sorry to report if you like it but it fits,thus it didn't make it to the sale pile. =)

Here is a close up of the knit work.I love the color combo,it reminds me of a peacock.3/4 sleeves are always a plus in my book too.

I wore one of my owl necklaces today.Not the best idea against my embroidered peasant blouse as it kept snagging but no real damage done.

Oh and speaking of my shop!My 2 year Etsy anniversary is coming up in just shy of a month.My goal last year was to make it to 600 which I did by the skin of my teeth.This year I'd like to make 1,000 but realized I'm oh 132 sales away from that!Yikes,should have planned better but I'm awful at remembering those types of dates.Like don't ask me my blog anniversary,I have no clue.Anyhow,wish me luck or if you'd like to contribute to helping me reach my goal I'd be much obliged ;)

Gifts From the Mint Ranch...

2011-03-07T10:29:00.000-08:00

I am a horrible procrastinator but thankfully so is Dana!Her birthday was back in December but I didn't her her gift out until early February and mine is in January but didn't come until a few weeks ago.Luckily we both felt each others gifts were well worth the wait.I thought I'd share some of the fab gifts she sent me.

I am in love with bows so anything in bow shape or print chances are I'll be an instant fan of,like this rhinestone brooch!

I know Ouija is taboo with some people.I remember during slumber parties as a child my mother wouldn't allow it in the house and would make my friends and me play outside,far away from the house inside a circle of salt.I'm sure she wouldn't really be fond of this bracelet but I love it!

Every piece I unwrapped made my heart skip.By the time I got to this,which was actually the last thing I opened,my tears of happiness spilled over.Oh my that face!!Too cute!And the all mighty patch I'm not sure if I'm going to put on a purse or jacket yet...probably a purse of some kind.

Last but not least is this table runner.Combining 2 of my favorite things:Hearts and bluebirds!

Not So "Free" Vet Check...

2011-03-02T21:28:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the lack of posts!I've been sick on my butt all week so I haven't done much of anything besides sleeping and being miserable.I don't get sick very often but when I do it hits me like a ton of bricks.I am thankfully feeling a smidge better today,though not near 100% yet,son is still sick but daughter is better though not 100% either.I haven't gone thrifting,I haven't worn anything cute,nothing fun came in the mail, so I haven't had much to share...oh wait Dana's gift did show up,I should show that off..ok check!An idea for next post.Just lots of rest and drinking good things to get this cold to kick rocks!

Basically not a lot to report in my neck of the woods except for even though I'm sick I did have an awesome eyebrow day,Haha! (small victories people,that is what life is about)

and when we got Lug Nut last week I am happy to report he has fit right in with our family.The shelter told us we had a free vet check up to we has scheduled one for Friday.When we adopted him they said his ear was causing him a lot of pain but they didn't want to touch it because it hurt him.Reality,they didn't want to invest the money in him to fix it!

Well,last night we noticed the ear was swollen shut!There was no way we were going to make him suffer until Friday so luckily the vet agreed to squeeze him in today.He was a sweetheart about it though he didn't like having his ear flushed.Turns out he'd has a yeast infection in his ear,that does happen to dogs,yes weird right?Turns out he'd had it for about 6 months!Which would explain why it had gotten so bad.Also she confirmed what my husband suspected that he was not a Boston Terrier but an Old Boston Bulldog..its what Boston Terriers use to be before they were bred down in size so thankfully that means he's not horridly overweight just a little chunky,haha!

Nothing in life is "Free" and we learned that yet again today when the free check up ended up costing $200.00.To be fair the check up itself WAS free,normally they're $59.00 just for the check up but we just found it humorous.It was a little ouch but could have been MUCH worse and more importantly Lug Nut is going to be ok and you can't put a price on that.We feel and it was confirmed by the vet that his original owners neglected him.He was overfed,had an infection that was allowed to be ignored for so long and unfortunately has really bad tarter!Otherwise he has a clean bill of health and the vet said he's probably not 7 but more like 4 or 5 so yeah to having even more years to enjoy him!

What makes me sad though after finding out he was YOUNGER than we thought is the fact that his teeth are in really bad condition for being so young.We picked him up some Greenies but the vet said ideally it was so bad he needed to come in for a cleaning which would run about $360.00,yikes!I've cut a lot of prices in my shop in hopes to raise the funds to get him his very needed cleaning.Just a friendly reminder to my fellow pet owners to pay attention to your pets hygiene,including oral care!I'm off now to partake in some more juice and Netflix goodness.

A New Addition to Our Family...

2011-02-23T22:00:00.000-08:00

Whoa first off noooooooooooooooo I am not pregnant.2 is our limit we are good there!BUT we did add a fur baby to our family today and I couldn't be more thrilled!I have wanted another Boston terrier for a while but they can be expensive.With saving to move that didn't seem practical either (pffffft practical,so boring sometimes).That didn't stop me from going to a few of the local Boston Terrier rescue sites and putting in applications.

After falling in love with one I called the rescue to check to see if my application had gone through.Instead they ripped my heart out by telling me that they wouldn't adopt to me because I had children under the age of 8!The thing about Boston Terriers is that they make for great family dogs so I was upset by this but at the same time I understood.Rescues are rather militant in their adopting standards.I've joke with friends before that its harder to adopt from animal rescues than it is a human!

Thankfully the woman I spoke to didn't totally dismiss me and did give me the delightful news that though THEY couldn't adopt to me a local shelter had received a Boston and though he wasn't up for adoption yet to go check him out.Tuesday we did exactly that and though he appeared scared and distracted from the other dogs barking I knew he was going to work out perfect for us.

He was up for adoption today so since I had been tipped off I had first dibs on him.This morning as I got ready I kept worrying that maybe his owner had claimed him yesterday and he wouldn't be there.Fortunately he was!It makes me sad to know he was a stray,I hate to think someone out there has lost their pet but I was also shocked no one had claimed him already,he's a doll!

After an hour meeting with him to see how he'd do around the kids and us $35.00 later he was ours!I placed the 20 inch spiked leather collar we bought him and his new leash,dubbed him Lug Nut von Krankenshaft (Lug Nut or Lugs for short) and headed home to meet our Ollie von Frankenfurter (also known as just Ollie).Thankfully that went off without too much incident.Only "bad" thing that happened was after sniffing eachother Lug Nut decided to drop a deuce in front of Ollie...he's house trained so we chalked it up to him marking his territory *shrugs*

Right now Lug and Ollie are happily snoring away.Lug Nut is 7 and Ollie is only 2 so Ollie tends to run circles around him.I'm sure he'll have more energy once he drops some of his extra weight but he's a big love bug that shows no signs of aggression towards us,the kids or Ollie.

I'm delighted that even though I couldn't adopt through the rescue that at least I was able to get a shelter dog.I'd much rather give a dog out there a home that NEEDS one and not lining the pocket of some breeder.It depressed me greatly to see so many dogs in there that didn't get a home.The SWEETEST lab was in there with a "last chance" sign yesterday.Today she was gone.I keep telling myself she got adopted and its ok but a nagging part of me knows she was probably euthanized.I just want to urge anyone looking for a pet that shelters are filled with loving animals that need a home.Even if you prefer pure bred dogs get in contact with a rescue for THAT breed,they may be able to tip you off to a shelter like what happened with me!

My Favorite Color as a Child...

2011-02-20T09:33:00.000-08:00

My favorite color as a child was lavender.I remember I had a lavender Schwinn with a banana seat adorned with lavender polka dots that to this day I'm still slightly upset that my mother got rid of it.I found this dress at an antique mall back in Indiana when I was still pregnant with Wayland.I bought it in hopes that I'd get my old waist line back and though I still have a few more inches to lose it does fit!

It has been pretty off and on rainy this week.Yesterday when I wore this it was originally to photograph this purse which is now listed in my shop =)

Looks like today is going to be more of the same weather wise.I'm not complaining though,I'm quite fond of the rain.

A Very Happy Valentines For Me!

2011-02-18T11:16:00.000-08:00

Hubby and I don't really make a big fuss over Valentines.We do small things throughout the year to show eachother that we appreciate the other but that doesn't mean we didn't use Valentines as an excuse to treat eachother.Since we're trying to save for a car,moving expenses and a down payment on a house a big "to do" just seemed especially silly right now.I did indulge his video game geekery with a new game and he indulged my vintage nerdery with this fabulous vintage brooch!*Squeals*

I'm a little late showing it off because it just showed up.Even though it was bought well before Valentines it was bought off Ebay which is just a sure way to insure some form of disappointment when doing business with them.I'm definitely team Etsy not just because I sell on there but because the buying has very seldom disappointed me...where as with Ebay its more likely that I will be annoyed versus pleased.Any who,less complaining more *squealing*

Just Jeans...

2011-02-13T18:25:00.000-08:00

I like dresses,I enjoy dressing up.But some days I just like to be lazy and wear jeans.Does that make me less fashionable?*shrugs*Eh,maybe in some circles perhaps but I like what I like and we can't be the belle of the ball everyday,its not always practical ...as in the kids don't always let me get around to shaving the OTHER leg before my shower has to come to an end.I'm sure walking around in a dress with only ONE shaved leg is a bigger fashion no no than jeans.Jeans don't have to be boring though,especially when paired with a cute top and bakelite jewelry!

Mellow Yellow....

2011-02-12T10:11:00.000-08:00

I know so many of my fellow bloggers are ready for spring and its warmer weather.Being in California again I can't really complain because...well,its ALWAYS spring or summer here.I'm more so looking forward to it because as much as I think its a shame to wish time away I'm ready to get out of here and by late spring I'll *hopefully* be ready to do so.

Yellow always makes me think of spring,maybe its a pastel thing?Maybe its because the sour grass starts to sprout up like crazy around this time making me think spring isn't too far away.It also made me think I'd share some of the yellow items in my Etsy shop right now.

Vogue Heels size 7:

70's Boho dress:

ok so these are more mango but it works right?Mango hoop earrings:

1960's Alfred Werber dress:

Rhinestone Button Robe:

Federal HouseWare Nut Chopper:

1960s Pandora 4 piece Lingerie Set:

Baby Blue and Butterflies....

2011-02-08T23:15:00.000-08:00

I had a lovely family day taking care of some business in Pasadena...and I totally blew it when it came to taking photos!I did get some comical ones of the kids playing in the park but as much as some of you do enjoy my kids posts I promise I do try not to bore the rest of you with yet ANOTHER photo of them at the park.Probably horrible of me to admit but I love my kids but eh other peoples I don't want to "oooooh" and "ahhhh" over every single amazing only to you thing that they do,in return I understand others may feel the exact same way. ;)

Oh but what made my day at the park(besides putting a smile on my kids face) was walking up to the slides and overhearing two little girls say about me "wow,she's beautiful!I love her dress,it must be her wedding dress!" to which the other replied "no,don't be stupid.She's a princess!"

I did remember to take photos of what I was wearing today,now you'll know why the little girls at the park thought I was a princess,ha ha!And I wasn't in a rush so they weren't all blurry like yesterdays failed outfit post.

During my snaps not only did I have the lovely company of my Ollie boy but this butterfly that fluttered from blossom to blossom.Blissfully unaware or uncaring that Ollie wanted to eat him...fortunately he stayed just out of reach.

Today I wore my hair in a fem-pomp.Its my second day trying it out.My hubby likes it but I'm not really sure if its me,I just know that if I had to sweep my bangs over to the side with bobby pins one more day I was going to lose my mind and destroy months of hard work by cutting my bangs and NO!I won't give up!

and I'm off to squeeze in one more episode of Kids in the Hall season 2 before much needed sleep,oh Netflix I love you.

Button,Button,Who's Got the Button?

2011-02-06T11:44:00.000-08:00

One of the many things I was given over the holidays as a basket of buttons.I thought I'd show off a few of my favorites.

This bunch has 6 black buttons with rhinestone centers.

3 large rose buttons..not sure what to do with 3 but hanging on to them should I ever come across a coat with 3 buttons I'd like to replace *shrugs* you never know.

This last group the spiraled ones are glass and the flower one is lucite

And this obviously is not a button but an old outlet I found in the garage.The casing on the back is bakelite so I thought that was neat.Also a great example of attention to detail that I appreciate about old things.

Off to a Good Start....

2011-02-01T21:26:00.000-08:00

Really?A week since my last post?Eh,so much for 3 times a week.Honestly the last week of January really flew by and I found myself this morning going "whoa,its February already?!"We're off to a good start already though as I made the front page of Etsy today!I was really excited about that.It didn't bring any sales but exposure is always good!

Today's outfit consisted of new (but thrifted) clothes and vintage mixed.My mom was nice enough to hem my sailor pants for me so I wore those today paired with a vintage camisole and sheer yellow blouse.It has a nice vintage feel to it but is modern and only $3.00 so I can't complain there.The photos were taking pretty late in the evening so I had to take them inside,quickly and with flash which I am not a fan of but better mediocre photos than none at all,right!?I like to call this look my super fierce super model look,haha!Grrrrr.Don't you just love modern day modeling?Beautiful girls in beautiful looking pissed off at the world.But in all honesty that is just the expression on my face half the time.Photos are always a reminder that I *should* smile more and why people ask if I'm angry (no,my face just looks angry *shrugs*)

Isn't my daughter kitchen set cute?!Anyways..a close up of my shoes!I got these beauties back in August off of Etsy by a seller named wyattedwardvintage I'd say check her out but her shop is empty now.

Let me think...what else was good about today?Oh I FINALLY mailed off my friend Dana's birthday present!I wanted to high five myself for that.You see,Dana's birthday is at the start of December and it is now February so I lagged a little to say the least.At first I couldn't find a box,when I found a box I was out of bubble wrap,when I finally had copious amounts of bubble wrap to insure presents arrived safely I was out of money to ship.Finally got money yesterday with a sale,finally shipped.Done and done.I also made sure to insure it because after all the trouble I had getting it to her it would be my luck that it'd arrive broken and then I'd have to punch a postman and probably go to jail. ;)

I could ramble on some more here but I'll save it for another post,thus I have something to blog about in a few days and not in a week.I will say February,I am a fan of you.Lets keep it up!

Green Machine....

2011-01-24T16:07:00.000-08:00

I really,really,really perhaps obnoxiously so adore Kelly green!I am also really,really,really happy to report that I fit back in this dress again!The time has come and I've finally weened my son off of nursing.I stopped nursing my daughter at 17 months and now that the boy is 17 months my body was telling me ''ok I'm done now thanks".Unfortunately for my little man he isn't taking it as easy as his sister did but he'll forgive me.

I am a big advocate for breast feeding but I won't lie,though there is a part of me that will miss it,there is an even bigger part screaming "Free!I am Free!"Its nice to after 27 months of eating,drinking and minding what I am taking for someone else to be able to eat,drink and if I need to take an Advil and not have to read the back of a label.Plus the last bit of weight will come off a little easier now that my body isn't thinking it need to hang out to the extra fat for the baby so good bye last 15 pounds that's all been hanging around my waist line!You'll be out of here soon!

Do you like the weird tan line on my feet?Yeah,I need to stop wearing my Chinese laundry slippers so much!

Shoes,Skirts and What Nottery....

2011-01-21T16:04:00.000-08:00

I've been meaning to show off this skirt for awhile now but never did have the right top for it.Not sure if I like this top with it either but it did the trick for today's outfit and note to self:get more white tops as this is your only one.This skirt I got from a trade with the wonderful Nicole of Bombshell Bettie's Vintage that I did months ago.

The shoes were a present to myself for Yule that I got from Jojo's Retro and Vintage,I still find myself sulking over the amazing green pea coat she had in her shop that I missed because the day I had the funds for it,it had been put on reserve for someone else!Oh the humanity!

Speaking of vintage "no fairs"...As I've mentioned before I am REALLY trying to save for penny I get for moving and buying a home(tellin' ya this is MY year!).But the other week I saw a pair of heels so cute and so cheap couldn't resist!The showed up in the mail yesterday and much to my horror did not fit!It was as karma was saying "see,that is what you get for buying them!"*le sigh* So I put them in my Etsy shop in hopes to get my money back on them and if you have super itty bitty feet like a size 5.5 I think (check the measurements) go give them a good home.

Cherry Blossoms....

2011-01-20T17:21:00.000-08:00

I'll be the first to admit that I am not a huge fan of reproduction clothing.I find a lot of it is very poor quality and yet they still expect you to pay $100+ for a dress that hundreds of girls will also have...and to me anyway that kind of defeats the purpose of vintage.While out thrifting though I did stumble across this EC Star cherry dress for $1.00 so I couldn't say no.Cherries I feel can be cheesy too as I've lamented before there is a right way and a wrong way to wear them and I did like the print of this!

Close up shot of the print:

and since you can't see my shoes in the grass,here they are:

A big "Oh No!" to my hair,it didn't stay very tidy by the end of the day but my bangs aren't quite long enough to do all the things I want to do with them.Operation "don't cut" has been hard but I've stuck to it!A few more months and I'll be golden.

Oh and I finally got around to making a fan page on FaceBook for my shop and posting other vintage things like videos and the likes so if you'd like feel free to add me here!

Bostie Bebes and Stomach Bugs...

2011-01-15T21:58:00.000-08:00

Where did this week go?It seemed to have gone by in a whirl of financial organization,babies vomiting and loads upon loads of laundry.Last night was the worst of it(my kiddos being sick not the financial organizing part,the worst of that was earlier in the week making me want to pull my hair out,haha!) but I am thankful to report I think my little ones are officially feeling better as we have now been about 19 hours with nobody being sick.We seemed to have returned to running around,screaming in joy and asking for copious amounts of candy.All requests were quickly met with a laughing "NO!".Oh how quickly things can go from not being able to get the poor dears to keep down a piece of toast to asking if fudge pops are on the menu.I had to feel a bit bad for Ollie,he stayed up with me all night fretting over the kids so I don't think either of us were well rested enough for the chasing they were in the mood for by late morning.

It is in the breed to be a good family dog and I'd have to fully concur.Ollie is such an amazing dog.He puts up with a lot of abuse from the kids.From my daughter hanging on his neck telling him how much she loves him to the unpredictable nature of a 17 month old with pulling or smacking he never shows any sign of aggression back.Instead its just met with unconditional love.

I know a lot of my other blogging buddies are also proud mamas of Bostie babies so I thought I'd make this post mainly a tribute to Boston Terriers.You know what site has a ton of really amazing Boston Terrier items?Yep,Etsy.

This guys whole shop is pretty amazing.He's been in my etsy favorites forever though I've yet to buy anything from him.Something I hope to remedy soon.

This shop is all Boston themed but I have to say the cards are my personal favorite.

I am 99% sure that when we do buy a house THIS will be our welcome mat!

Loving the Bostie pillow from this shop.Also if you're a wiener dog lover or like owls this shop will also make you squeak in cuteness!

Speaking of getting a house...guess what my daughter who turns 4 at the end of May told me what she wanted for her birthday?A pink room of her very own in own house.It made my heart melt and a wave a guilt wash over me at the same time.I know this has been a very hard last 8 months on her as it has been on all of us.Ideally when I came here to play caretaker for a few months I never saw it turning into being stuck here like we are now.I've done the math a few times in my head now and with the odds and ends my hubby has been able to find for work combined with all my inventory selling in my Etsy shop it would cover the cost of moving back to the midwest and a down payment on a house!

Is the possible?Sure.So just an fyi to my followers you'll forgive if some of my posts are more sale orientated than usual.This is something I really want to try and accomplish and I am not giving the opportunity for failure to happen.Most of my items are priced low but just because I'm going to make this happen come Hell or high water I'm also willing to take offers.The way I'm looking at it is even a $5.00 sale is $5.00 closer to where I need to be.If you or anyone you know is in the need for some vintage please do send them my way,it'd be much appreciated.

I'm not sure what is on the agenda for tomorrow but I'm hoping a much needed day of rest or at least mostly mellowness is in order.Hope you all are having a great weekend and here is to a much smoother week coming up!

Cheap Sushi Dates and Cruising the Strand...

2011-01-11T15:55:00.000-08:00

I love sushi and could honestly eat it everyday.I'm not kidding.Unfortunately it tends to be on the expensive side.We did find a cheap joint I remembered frequenting in my early 20s though,luckily it was still there and just as good as I remembered.

Yesterday we loaded up the red wagon and cruised the strand.It was a good work out for the hubs and me and the kids love their wagon.

I giggled at this sign because really who roller skates anymore?Not since the 80's have I seen anyone roller skating.Now with the revival of roller derby I guess that is not so true but still we don't see them down at the beach enough where you'd think a sign was needed.

You'll forgive me for rubbing in your face the palm trees but I am trying to make the best of things and soaking up the warm January here in sunny SoCal because fast forward to next year I'll be posting photos of 10 feet of snow.

Bakelite,Bamboo and Confetti...

2011-01-07T10:13:00.000-08:00

I thrifted these bakelite bangles awhile and realized I'd never gotten around to showing them off but since I also had the luck of finding the bamboo ones here they are together!

Another piece of vintage costume jewelry I do dearly love is lucite confetti

But to prove to you I am capable of parting with some (though I admit its not easy) I did get some pieces listed in my shop.I love these bakelite hoop earrings but unfortunately for me they have clip on backings.Some may disagree but I find screw on backings far more comfortable.I tried but my uber sensitive ears wouldn't allow me to fully enjoy these beauties.

And I have these butter yellow bakelite cuties listed at a steal

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Nothing of Significance...

2011-01-04T19:55:00.000-08:00

I am going to make an attempt to blog 3 times a week...but that also means I need to have things to blog about.As of right now I am already blowing it as I have nada,hence the title.What do we do then?We ramble.I can do that.2011 has been pretty mellow.

New Year was ho hum and the second was my birthday.It was also uneventful,no cake,no happy birthday song.I am 29 which I am well aware is still young but it was a slightly depressing birthday for me as this isn't where I saw myself at 29...I'm sure a lot of people do that to themselves though.Most goals set in life aren't reached or we fall short but its just a matter of picking yourself up and keep chugging along.I think I do that pretty well.This is my year though that I'm going to make myself be where I want to be come Hell or high water!

Also chugging along are my bangs.I will not cut them,I will not cute them.I will not cut them.

Ollie turned 2 back on the 23rd if December.I told him this is the year I get him neutered,he didn't like that idea.

You'll forgive me for being a tad morbid but despite it being heartbreaking to find a dead humming bird in the drive way today it was also beautiful so I thought I'd share.The fact that it's dead isn't pretty by any means but normally we don't get to see humming birds so close and they move so fast you miss the detail but isn't he/she beautiful!?

As a child I always though they had fairy like wings because they moved so fast.I remember the first time I ever saw one sitting still I was surprised to see they had wings just like any other bird.I found a duck dead in the drive way a few weeks ago.I hope this doesn't become a pattern.Apparently my dads driveway is where feathered creatures come to die.

And in a Flash....

2011-01-01T11:09:00.000-08:00

I'm not sure why but as you get older the years seem to go by faster.Here are are again at the start of a new year.I have good feelings for 2011....at least I hope I'm right I could use some good.The last 2 years have been testing to say the least but my family and I have prevailed and I feel like fate might toss us a bone.

I hope all the best for my readers out there too!I thought I'd let the kids stay up late last night but the boy only made it to 10 minutes past his normal bedtime and the girlie girl only made it till 9.Hubby and I were both snuggled asleep by 11:30.That is how I prefer my new years,nice and hungover free!Speaking of things that flash like time,apparently so does my tea towel!How naughty!

Isn't that freaking amazing?!Another bit of goodness I got from our trip north.She gave me a good laugh when I discovered that her skirt lifted and she was rockin' all that sass underneath her otherwise formal attire.Happy New Years again!I'm off for now to conquer the day.

Shake,Rattle and Roll...

2010-12-29T18:22:00.000-08:00

Ok,actually more so rattle than any shaking or rolling but I thought I'd share a little more of what was bestowed upon me during our vacation up north.A very small bit of the large amount of goodies I got were these lovely vintage baby toys and my personal very favorite this bakelite crib toy.Its in mint condition!

tucked in the same box was this blue rattle

This one I think the packaging is even cuter than the rattle itself!

Speaking of babies...mine are jumping up and down on the bed,I'm off to go play with them now.

One Cool Yule...

2010-12-25T16:55:00.001-08:00

Hope everyone out there has a very Cool Yule this year.The family and I have spent the week up in northern California at my ma in laws and its been a nice visit.We are heading home on Monday and that kids have made out like bandits.I have tons of photos to show off but am as per usual behind.I did snap a few photos of the fun things I got that I thought I'd share with you while I had a minute.

Personally I can't lie I made out like a bandit too.My grandmother in law gifted me 2 lovely pairs of gloves,2 hats and a lovely rhinestone necklace(all vintage of course) and my ma in law got me some cute jammy bottoms.All that I'll show off later.Where I REEEEEALLY made out was from a good friend of the family and I don't think they make thank you cards glittery enough to express the amount of joy the items gave me.Some things I will be keeping and others will be making their way to my etsy shop for others to enjoy.The weather here has been pretty yucky but here are a few snaps I managed to get while it was still a smidge of sun.

I adore this pretty birdie compact!

One of the boxes I got was filled with vintage purses and at the bottom was a handful of fans,this one I thought was so fun because of the kitties!

The same box of purses also had this little beaded clutch with this lovely brush lady.She has sadly had a break at the waist the I'll need to repair but regardless that doesn't change the fact that she displays wonderfully.

I have so much more to show.Tons of linens,tablecloths,clutches,purses,this,that and the other just no time!Hopefully soon though.I'm off to enjoy the remains of the holiday season with my family,I hope you all had a chance to do the same!

Burgers,Beaches and Fruit Baskets...

2010-12-17T19:42:00.000-08:00

Typical day in my neighborhood yesterday.Got the kids and myself ready to go the post office,hubby joined us and afterward we took the kids to the park on the beach.My life often seems like the movie Groundhogs Day with Bill Murray,only mine is along the lines of thrifting,park,post office,listing.Sometimes that's good sometimes not...maybe you get bored hearing the repetitiveness?Well,that's why I at least have pretty photos to entertain you with.=)

Downtown is decked out for the holidays

After living elsewhere that has 4 seasons being back in a beach town that only knows sunny,cloudy and rain is unsettling to my senses.Peace on earth and palm trees.Its weird to not have snow.

I did get to wear my moccasins that I got from HulaGirl1922's shop

We grabbed lunch to go at the DQ and took it down to the beach to eat.

I appreciated the dumpster down there.Its nice to see people take something ordinary and give it some razzle dazzle

But didn't appreciate the man trying to keep the kids down...

I picked up these fruit salad basket earrings earlier in the week and though I had the best intentions of selling them I fell in love after wearing them yesterday so I am keeping them.Bad vintage seller,bad!I know.

Sad to report my bangs did not survive a 4 mile walk and day at the beach.They were quiet flat and fallen out of place by the time we got home.

and that was yesterday in a nutshell for me *insert "help!I'm in a nutshell" bad joke here*

I Love MakeUp!

2010-12-16T08:42:00.000-08:00

I am very much a girlie girl when it comes to makeup.I don't wear a lot of it but what I do wear I suppose some would consider dramatic.I like my liquid liner,red lipstick and eye-shadows.Eyeshadow is a great way to play around with color even if you're scared of it.I know a lot of you like MAC and I have used Bare Minerals eye-shadows too and loved them.There are a lot of makeup stores on Etsy that I scoped out for awhile but was scared to try.I finally just did it with a wonderful store called Concrete Minerals .

The first color I bought from them is Napalm and was so pleased!The colors are true to the photos,go on silky smooth and are so vibrant.The shop is currently having a 20% off sale so I thought I'd share with my fellow makeup whores this wonderful news.The eye-shadows are only $5.99 to begin with,take the 20% you'd save right now and its less than half the cost of the major brand eye-shadows and honestly same quality!If you're in the need for some fun colors for yourself or last minute stocking stuffers go check them out!

Hey Sailor...

2010-12-13T23:19:00.000-08:00

I had a good weekend in sales which I was thankful for.I got the kids and hubs covered for Yule.Still don't have my mom or ma in law covered though.Anyone else always feel guilty during the holiday season?I do and I hate it.I know there is more to this holiday than just material items but I do have some awesome people in my life and one of these days I'd just like to be able to tell me mom "hey I love you,thank you for everything and here is a pair of diamond earrings"....one day,right?

Well,anyway sales means a trip to the post office!Exciting!No not really,especially during this time of year but duty calls,its a good walk and oddly my kids look forward to the post office.More so I think they like to get out of the house and Heidi is smart enough to realize that she always gets something out of our outings.Like today it was $1.25 in quarters worth of tiny dinosaurs from the vending machine at the indoor flea market we walk by on our way to the post office.Its the little things in life.No,literally these things are TINY but she is fascinated by them.

Today I realized I wanted to wear a dress but couldn't.You see a trip to the dry cleaner for most of my dresses is badly in order and sadly a lot of my cotton dresses(which seemed like perfect attire in this hot weather)I can't wear since my waist still isn't back to normal yet.Blame it on getting older but loosing weight gets harder and as I've lamented before the last of my baby weight is all in my stomach.I've weighed more in my life than I do now and was still able to wear my size 3's no problem but not right now.I am happy to report that a size 6 is now baggy and I am in 5's.Its been a slooooow process getting back into shape this around but it is progress and so shoot me I like doughnuts...or 2 I won't lie ;)

Being able to wear size 5's means I am now able to wear these sailor pants I picked up for $2.00 at the thrift store a few months ago!

The 60's beaded angora blouse I picked up at one of the local vintage stores here call Vintage Sanctuary.Its a cute store but tiny!It has a good selection with a variety of prices from high to low.This top was only $10.I remember when I picked up it the tag read "as is" so I expected some kind of flaw...I've YET to have found that flaw on it,mistake?Don't know but I'm not arguing it.And of course you know by know my love of berets,especially angora ones.This one comes from my Friend Jan back in Indiana's shop.I miss shopping there almost as much as I miss her.

And that guys and ghouls concludes my outfit post.Plus side to weight loss is getting back into my old clothes again and thus I can actually do more outfit posts.I will say that though I resisted the urge to buy bigger clothes because I just want to be back to my norm that my hat and shoe collection grown a ton thanks to it.See,every cloud has a silver lining.Gals,if you don't get your pre-pregnancy body back right away like some lucky ducks don't worry,if you're like me your shoe collection will thank you.Till next time!

I Moonlight as a Fortune Teller...

2010-12-12T20:58:00.000-08:00

Ok no I don't really moonlight as a fortune teller but this darling vintage hat I treated myself too over at TheWitcheryVintage has that feel to it,doesn't it?!I adore it.I went back and forth with myself over if I should buy it since I'm trying to save my money for the move (not that it was unreasonably priced,it wasn't I just really am trying to save every penny I make).I loved it TOO much to let it go though so with a few clicks of the mouse it was mine.Plus it always makes me happy to do business with a small business owner versus throwing my money to a big chain store at the mall.

and here is one of the photos I used with my "VintageScene" app on my iPhone.I really love all the cool photo filters on that phone.

Hair Spray to the Rescue!

2010-12-07T23:20:00.000-08:00

Growing out my bangs requires a little more patience than I originally predicted.I have been good though and haven't cut them but I have been tempted on more than one occasion.We seem to be stuck in limbo,they're just past my eyebrows and won't seem to budge.Healthy hair on average grows half an inch per month.Get out you're measuring tape and you'll see exactly how little an inch is.*Note to hairdresser out there too when a client requests a few inches off for a trim some of you need to re-familiarize yourself with a measuring stick pronto!

I've been wearing my bangs pushed over to the side but its starting to get boring.I'm using this post as maybe a helpful motivation for other gals trying to grow out their bangs to stick with it.Now the joy of long hair is you can fake the look of bangs with a rat.Ideally I want my hair all long enough that I can play around with it more than I currently can.Bangs have served me well for 15+ years they are rather limiting in style.I'm ready for a change but oh change is hard sometimes!For all the ladies also getting bored of pushing their bangs to the side I recommend this which has kept me from grabbing the scissors:a big barrel curling iron and hairspray!

I'm sure you can all guess how I did this but in case you can't tell just crank your curling iron up,do one side and than the other curling diagonal (like a V),use your comb to carefully brush out the center part so that it blends and tuck the hair and spray in place.All the look of manicured bangs without actually trimming them.Go forth and continue growing!Really growing out your bangs should come with a support group!

2 Years Too Late...

2010-12-04T20:57:00.000-08:00

Most vintage loving gals are use to the "too late" feeling.Feeling like you were born in the wrong era or when looking at old magazines and catalogs wishing you could go back and grab up all those pretty things.Don't you REALLY hate it though when you miss something modern though that had a lovely vintage feel by just a few years!?Ugh!

While I was searching for a pair of aqua shoes last night that I had seen a million times on Ebay when I WASN'T looking now that I was,I of course couldn't find them.I did find while doing a quick google search these beauties while looking a fashion blog from a few years ago.The site that sold them of course no longer does.I thought I would share my pain with you though.

Oh and my vegan followers will appreciate that they were vegan friendly too.Now I'm sure SOMEWHERE on the internet has them I hope but the original site they were linked to doesn't have them.Feel free to fall in love with both color combos on these delicious 40's inspired Mary Janes!

Holiday Reds...

2010-12-03T11:28:00.001-08:00

In search of some red for your wardrobe?If so I thought I'd share some fab red items in my etsy shop right now!

Need a dress?

How perfect would this dressing robe be for Christmas morning?Who says you have to get dressed to be glamorous?!

Jewelry

Shoes

I love this purse!

a hankie for the ladies or fellas

and tons of ties for the guys (and MOST for under $10)

1940's Winter Fashion and Mama's Got Herself a New Pair of Shoes

2010-12-02T09:35:00.000-08:00

I could literally spend hours pouring over old magazines.Obviously I prefer the fashion to today's concept of fashion and the ads I find much more attractive.I was looking at an issue from 1943 I was delighted to find a fashion spread on berets,coats and a turban to boot!

And oh the shoes...can we talk about the shoes?I love them!I actually scored these at an antique mall that had a vendor going out of business a few weeks ago I've just been horrible at getting around to showing them off on here.I spotted them on the lower shelf and ran over to them.With one arm trying to hold a wiggling toddler the other hand attempted to wiggle off my Converse and sock.I sat Wayland down to slip my foot in and it fit!And comfortably too!My split second of victory was short lived as I quickly had to sprint over to Wayland who had found vintage shot glasses in another booth and was happily clanging them together!Thankfully nothing was damaged but shopping with kids will keep you on your toes!

I Want!I Want!I Want!...

2010-11-29T16:20:00.000-08:00

I have been pining over a Petunia Pickle Bottom Cake Carryall bag for months now.They may be the most amazing diaper bag known to mankind.Definitely a bag that I would carry well after Wayland is out of diapers.Remember that sky blue diaper back with brown polka dots I bought awhile ago?Well,its from Baby Essentials and is GARBAGE!Already falling apart and the darn thing cost me a lot...actually cost my mom a lot since she was swell enough to treat me to it but still I think that actually upsets me more.Oh and the shop we bought it from,out of business now so I can't even complain to them.Just saying don't waste your money on one as it started to show wear within the week and I take REALLY good care of my things.

The problem with the cake carryall is that its $350.00!I wish I lived in a world where that was chump change to me but I don't.Santa,if you're listening just putting it out there that I will gladly accept a carryall in any of the following 3 shades:

red velvet cake(I have a obsession with red bags,its sick really):

the apple tart(I also have an obsession with green,I'm actually starting to like this one the more I stare at it)

and the French gooseberry:

Still Keeping Vince in our Thoughts and Prayers...

2010-11-23T23:09:00.000-08:00

Some of you may remember me back in July telling you about Vince.You can read HERE to refresh yourself or familiarize yourself with the story.Since I originally blogged about it Vince has been busy kicking cancers butt!He has been in and out of the hospital with his treatments and really just can't stop thinking about this kid.Such a fighter!Can you imagine being 3 years old and battling something so big?I can't and I look at my own 3 year old and am so thankful that despite whatever life has thrown our way we've at least always had our health.

I'm happy to report that after a few weeks of being in the hospital Vince is fortunate enough to be home with his family again.I just wanted to 1.remind everyone to keep thinking good thoughts for this guy and 2.I decided I wanted to do more than just bring awareness of his story I wanted to try and help with the growing costs of medical bills.

Right now through the 30th I will be donating 20% of all shop sales to Vince's family.If you had your eye on something NOW would be a great time to stop by!What is better than vintage shopping?Doing it for a good cause!Double win so visit my Etsy shop HERE.

It is so easy to get wrapped up in the little things that pester our days that we lose focus on that things that matter,like our health and family.With Thanksgiving a few days away I know health is something I will give thanks for.Keep fighting the good fight Vince!You've got an army of admirers kid!=)

Cloudy Days and Ugly Little Things...

2010-11-23T15:28:00.000-08:00

It hasn't started just yet but it is suppose to rain today.Due to this I didn't want to venture too far from my dads house so we just played in the driveway.

Chalk and Hot Wheels can be hours of entertainment and they were!Yesterday I had gone grocery shopping and it never fails I ALWAYS forget something.Even if I make a list there will be an item that within 24 hours I realize I needed and did not grab.Today that item was water.We had worked up quite a thirst playing and snacking on pretzels in the driveway,a quick stroll to 7-11 to buy a jug of water would remedy that so off we went.

Now with a 3 year old this type of store is a long list of "can I have this?","can I have this?" and some more "can I have this?".I don't know about you guys but I read everything.Most parents may not approve of their little girls wearing makeup.I love makeup so its not shocking that Heidi has an interest in it.I usually entertain this interest with some flavored chapsticks like Lip Smackers which is cruelty free.While we were in the store Heidi grabbed this and asked if she could have it.

Upon front inspection it seemed innocent enough,eyeshadows and what not.Warning label on it to tell you its not for 0-3 year olds.Heidi is 3 and 1/2 so I would trust her with it.I flipped it over though and was disgusted to find this warning label:

Ugh!This shouldn't be fit for anyone!Shame,shame,shame.This is why I avoid made in China products and urge everyone regardless of if you have kids or not at least for yourself too PAY ATTENTION to the things you use.You may be horrified at what people will sell you.

Sunny Day Walks and More Kitschmas Delight...

2010-11-20T18:34:00.000-08:00

Thursday was a nice sunny day.During my usual post office run the hubby accompanied me and we took a different route where I got to admire some things I hadn't seen in quite some time.

Yesterday my mom,the kids and I went thrifting.It was rainy and perfect for wearing my cashmere sweater I had gotten for a dollar.I forgot to get a full outfit shot that day but I paired it with my 70's plaid wool skirt.

I ended up hitting it pretty big in the vintage Christmas decor department.This guy I ended up falling in love with and when Heidi told me she loved him bunches I decided we'd keep him.

this poodle candle holder I wanted to keep and if he was a pair I would have but since he's not I did manage to get him listed in the shop.

I thought this ornament was AMAZING!My hubby on the other hand thought is was hideous and asked if I was selling it.Fine,I can take a hint I guess I am.Pffft,boys...what do they know about good taste?

and here are a few more pieces I scored:

I was a little bummed I didn't find any knee hugging elves but that's ok.Always next year....actually that's a lie.I search year round for those things.

Bosties,Bits of Green and Bakelite...

2010-11-15T23:29:00.000-08:00

Noticed this little Bostie baby while flipping through one of my magazines from 1943.That was a good way to start the day.

While I am missing the 4 seasons being in southern California right now I did have to laugh at how lush and green the backyard is.

The backyard here is overgrown and I'm always finding odd ball things in it,like the top of this cookie jar.I wonder if the bottom is somewhere around here?

Before I went to run my errands and take the kids to the park I had put on my converse and jeans since I was going to be doing a lot of walking but decided I needed some glamor.My green and white rhinestone necklace and earring set did the trick.Is it weird to wear rhinestones with jeans?Maybe.Do I care?Not so much.

And when I peaked into a consignment shop on the way home that has vintage jewelry I was
happy to snag this guy up for a few bucks.They didn't know it was bakelite and I tried to contain my smugness and overlook the odd looks I got when caught rubbing and smelling it as I walked out the door.Can't wait to pin it to one of my winter coats!

Kitschmas....

2010-11-14T11:38:00.000-08:00

This year the Yule tide season will be spent at my ma in laws.Next year though I want an aluminum tree and all the delightfully kitschy Christmas decor I can collect.A tree drenched in tree hugging elves?Yes Please!I'm trying not to get too crazy adding more to what we already have right now though with the move coming in spring so I've put a few great vintage kitsch Christmas stuff in my shop right now.If you're itching for some cool Yule decor go take a gander!You can find them over in the housewares/home decor section of my Etsy shop.

The Power of Pink....

2010-11-13T21:11:00.000-08:00

As stated in earlier posts happy colors make for a happy me.Today I was head to toe in pink and I have to say pretty happy.Was it the pink?Maybe sushi for lunch had something to do with it?Perhaps a fine blend of both?Perhaps.

I'm about $500.00 away from having enough for a car,that makes me super happy.And I got the massive amounts of inventory I've picked up this past week all finally photographed which also makes me happy.Also that is why I'm sitting here at 9:30pm drinking coffee,because I'm editing said photos.*YAWN*Probably my least favorite part of online selling.

I'm really bad at outfit posts.I remembered as I was about to change into pjs that I should do one.I had Heidi take a photo for me and now I see why my husband says I wear my feelings on my face because this photo you can just see the tension and seriousness of me urging Heidi to PLEASE hold my camera with BOTH hands!Ha!Sometimes I think the timer is safer than a 3 year old but she's so proud of herself when she gets to use the camera so I have a hard time telling her "no".

The 60's I got on Etsy awhile ago for $9.99!There is not a thing wrong with it so I don't know why the seller had it so low but I'm not complaining.My moonglow lucite bracelet I picked up for $1.00 this week as I was out vintage hunting.

Also fashion note for after baby bodies I have to say I really like 60's mod style dresses because the waists aren't very fitted.So they're great for when your bodies not quite back to normal yet.BUT I will say as a breastfeeding mama I give them the thumbs down and would still suggest the shirt dress for fashion AND easy access to your feeding stations.As much as I enjoy nursing I do have to admit there is a selfish part of me that is looking forward to the next couple of months when I'll start the weaning process and can dress 100% for me again.Plus it'll make it easier to lose the next 15 pounds I want to reach my goal weight.

And in honor of my 60's dress I give you pop art photobooth!Oooooh.*spirit fingers*
Ok really it's not that impressive I'm just trying to make use of the gillion photo apps I have on my phone.

Well,its been a fun break blogging but back to the grind.Wish my luck that I stay on my photo editing duties and don't become sidetracked looking up music on YouTube.I go on there searching for music to play in the background as I work and instead end up just looking through videos instead,I'm terrible at that!

Send Me an Angel...Oh and Dinnerware...

2010-11-10T08:03:00.000-08:00

While vintage hunting yesterday I failed in the clothes department but that's ok because I did pretty well in the housewares and accessories area.Luckily for me I like all aspects if vintage not just clothes.My shop reflects that too as I sell a little bit of everything.I sometimes wish I could focus on just one area such as clothes or jewelry like some shops but I'm greedy,I like it all!Which also means I collect it all and in return must sell a variety of things to prevent you EVER seeing me on a future episode of "Hoarders"!

I picked up some Christmas hankies,scarves and vanity set that will be hitting the shop soonishly but I didn't get a chance to photograph those for my blog post....kids and blogging,yeah I don't know how some of you guys do it but I can't do a daily post,nope,nope,nope.

I did find these adorable tea cups by Homer Laughlin in the "modern star" pattern.I use to collect this pattern but gave up because its a little out of my price range.Go figure once I gave up and sold the few pieces I did have I now find it fairly regularly!

Also found a few of the Josef Originals birthday angel figurines!There are 2 versions I've seen and the newer ones just are NOT as cute as these beauties.The series celebrates birth through your 21st birthday.I was reeeeeeally tempted to keep these for Heidi but really the last thing I need to be doing right now is starting a new collection.Focus needs to be on saving every little penny in order to move in the spring which will be here before too much longer(and operation buy a house is in full swing).

In life plans I'm sad to report Washington is off the table.I was so excited about moving there that I jumped the gun in announcing it.I have a bad habit of doing that but life likes to throw a curve ball in my life more often than not.But I am excited about moving back to the mid-west!I'll keep it at that as to not jinx it this time around and will share more once things are set in stone.

Photo Booth,Elvis and Sewing Machines...

2010-11-08T00:24:00.000-08:00

I hate when you're thrifting and you come across some really cool things for a steal buuuuut you don't have any space for them.I ran into these 2 sewing machines while vintage hunting a few days ago,they were only $20!The wood on the tables they popped out of was in good condition too.

The Singer I didn't get a chance to snap a photo of the table or a very good picture of the machine for that matter because Wayland quickly became confident in his surroundings while there and decided he no longer needed to stay at my side and went running off and I had to snatch him up.

I did pick up this delightfully tacky large headed Elvis statue to give to one of my friends who I knew would appreciate the kitsch-tasticness that this Elvis oozed.

In bang growing out news I'm into that hide all cutting tools stage,but they're getting there!Looking forward to having long side swept bangs.I just hate this stage because they aren't quite long enough to successfully stay to the side and worn straight looks a bit unkempt.

Halloween,Halloween,Everybody Scream!

2010-11-02T18:48:00.000-07:00

As predicted Halloween day I did indeed spend telling Heidi over and over again that it was not quite time to go trick or treating.We did start at 5pm though since the poor dear was foaming at the mouth.I didn't think we were THAT early but was a little amazed at how many people commented that we were early.Eh,with 2 small children I didn't really want to be out late and in the dark with crowds are far more aggressive kids also hunting for candy.

I was a little disappointed with the lack of Halloween spirit my hometown had this year.I saw lots of teens out in no costume expecting candy and tons of houses that didn't answer the door at all when they say us (put a no candy sign on your door then!).Fortunately by this time next year we will be back somewhere in small town America not having to deal with that.

Heidi was a cupcake fairy...oh how I wish there was such a thing!

and Wayland was a skeleton,he wouldn't wear a mask or allow me to put makeup on him though.

There were a few houses that went all out with the decorating which I appreciate.None of it fazed the kids though.

Oddly the one thing that DID make Heidi scream was a non-Halloween item,a motion detector frog that croaks when you walk by.

I knew I wanted to dress up but had to wing it.I wore all black and decided to do heavy make up but it eventually ended up being this.Not bad for using mascara and lip liner and having a baby wrapped around my leg whining and a 3 year old asking if it was time to go yet.

I bought this necklace off Etsy awhile ago and wore it with my outfit.Since I was holding Heidi's hand when it came untied I had to hold it in my hand instead of put it back on.I don't know if I've ever mentioned on here what a klutz I am but for the record I am.The only casualty of the night was my eye.As we walked by a low tree a branch caught the top of my hat and begun to pull.I used the only free hand I had which happened to be the hand holding the necklace and went to grab it.The motion of my hand was just enough momentum for the pendant to go swinging and WACK!Right into my eye...which smarted horribly for the next block.Yeah,something like that would only happen to me.

Had the kids back by 6:30pm which was enough time to check out the many bits of goodies they scored and get settled done with a movie before their bedtime.I hope you all had a safe and fun filled Halloween!

Procrastination is Our Name...

2010-10-30T23:03:00.000-07:00

Yes,procrastination could be our middle name.We bought our pumpkin over a week ago and it say on the door step untouched until we realized the date and it became a "now or never" move.

Hubs and Heidi had a blast gutting the pumpkin and putting the seeds into a large bowl for baking later.Wayland wanted to help but he ended up trying to eat the guts too soon.I gave him a little pumpkin to keep him entertained....unfortunately he tried to eat that like an apple the moment I put it in his hands.

Wayland quickly learned that raw pumpkin wasn't his cup of tea and threw the little pumpkin which then became Ollie's new play toy.

After Ollie gave us all a good rounds of laughs tossing the pumpkin around Wayland became bored and starting toddling off towards the end of the driveway.Heidi always the protective older sister yelled at him to "get back over here before you get hit by a car!" Good looking out kiddo.

Here is the finished product,I'll have to get a shot of him in the dark tomorrow night when we get in from trick or treating with the kiddies.

Heidi wanted to get a shot of me.I've always hated to be told to smile or say "cheese" so when she asked me to say "cheese" I teasingly asked if she wanted a knuckle sandwich.

Oh I also made my very first ever treasury on etsy!Its pumpkin pie inspired,check it out if you get a minute.
Pumpkin Treasury

Well,off to bed for me.Still need to get candy tomorrow and will probably end up spending most of the day trying to explain to an overzealous toddler that we can't trick or treat until the evening.

Kitty Cats and Sticks and Stones....

2010-10-29T18:19:00.000-07:00

Yesterday the kids and I took my dad to his doctors appointment.While he went in to get his new leg adjusted I peaked in a thrift store to see if they had anything good.I fell in love with this ceramic kitty,as did Heidi so I couldn't say "no".It was only $1.80 it its not like it broke the bank by any means.

Also spotted this little vintage jewelry box looking rather lonely.I had a customer buy 2 necklaces the other day so I thought I'd send them in this.Hopefully she likes it too.

That stunning red coat I mentioned in my last post sold so today I had to rally the troops and we went to the post office to mail it off.After wards hubs and I took the kiddies down to the beach to play.

Wayland ended up falling asleep on the way there so he missed the fun.Hubs went off with Heidi to play on the playground and make sand castles as I sat on the bench with Wayland passed out in the stroller,blissfully unaware of the fun he was missing.
Next to me on the bench was this stick and stone which made me smile.More than likely placed there by a child earlier in the day.

Due to it being Halloween weekend there are a lot of parties going on.One the way home from the beach a few blocks from the house I spotted this one pointing down the driveway and thought "THERE is one I'd like to crash"...I wouldn't of course but definitely seemed like a fun party.

Walks,Wishes and Wigs....

2010-10-27T18:37:00.000-07:00

Kind of a random blog title I know,but this entry is kind of all over the place so seemed fitting.First I guess I'll show off my bang progress.I cut them into a little too short of a U bang last time I cut them so now that I've decided to grow them out its making it seem even longer...buuuuut they ALMOST touch my eyebrows!

Remember that little hole in the wall thrift store I got a lot of goodies from that I mentioned in my last post?Well,I scraped up enough to go back for one of the items I had to leave behind which is this fab red velvet 1960s Lane Bryant coat that I listed in my etsy shop the other day.If you're a 44 bust go snatch it up and give it a good home!I love it!

We've been walking down to the beach almost everyday which has been a good walk for the hubs and myself,plus the kids enjoy it of course.

There is an old wig shop downtown that we pass by often.I commented a few weeks ago to my hubby that I wanted this one and to wear a ballroom gown all the time declaring myself queen of Scotland (I'm not even a little bit Scottish so to myself this is hilarious.....yes,I have an odd sense of humor its fine).I just know that if I went grocery shopping one day and spotted a lady wearing this outside of Halloween it would make my day.

Going through one of my of my old magazines this morning I noticed these and wished for them so badly.They retailed for $24.95 back in 1951 so today with inflation that would be roughly $203.84!So ladies when you come across vintage seamed stockings stop complaining when you can snatch them up for $20.00 or less,really its a steal!They are pricey I know but they've always been.Why do you think some of our grandmas in a pinch use to draw lines on the back of their legs when they couldn't afford to replace the last pair they snagged?

Another thing I wished for besides the general men dressing better is that bow ties came back.When I saw this old radio ad I thought it awful cute and then wondered "have I EVER gotten to straighten a mans bow tie for him?"The answer is sadly no.I'd like to though.Men,take note.

Adventures in Growing Out Bangs and A Shopping For the Shop Day...

2010-10-23T08:12:00.000-07:00

I've had bangs for 15 years.Due to frowning at multiple stupidities of the world too much I unfortunately have quite the wrinkled forehead already at the tender age of 28.Darn you expression lines,darn you!But I think I'm ready for a change so I've decided to commit to growing my bangs out.With a little help of pomade I was able to kind of side sweep them yesterday.

and here is a "I have something in my eye" photo

Yesterday I had to get some supplies for my shop,thank you cards and tissue paper.All that stuff to make pretty packaging.I'm sure you can all agree with me that its a little bit of a buzz kill as an online shopper to receive something you bought and its just tossed in a box with newspaper.No thank you.I really wanted these cards but unfortunately they came with the wiener dog too.No offense to you wiener dogs,I like you and you're awfully cute but I just love my Bostie babies more.

and then call it stupid or call it a leap of faith but I figured maybe some new inventory would help sales in my shop pick up so I spent the last of my money at this glorious little hole in the wall thrift store I found.I am so glad I went in there too and my only regret is that I didn't have more money.I had to leave some really beautiful pieces behind that I hope once I have some funds again can go back and rescue.I've gotten a few pieces listed already in my etsy shop but still have a lot more to go.Here is a peak at some of it:

Well,Well,Check Me Out...

2010-10-20T18:24:00.000-07:00

Yes!After almost 2 weeks I have internet connection,my OWN connection so I can blog and list anytime I want now!Woohoo!Check me out!Lots of things I could share with you all right now but what I really need to do above all is play catch up on some things.Lots of blogs to catch up on and work I need to do so I'll save fun pictures and stories for the next post.

Its been so nice having the hubby back.We've had a good time hanging out and doing fun things with the kids.The job hunt is going not so smoothly but fingers crossed things will turn around on that soon.I've done not too much thrifting lately but have found some neat pieces for my shop and of course myself.Just wanted to share my joy and drop a note before anyone thought I'd fallen off the face of the earth....that happens more often than you think you know,tragic really.;)

Speaking of checking things out I thought I'd share this ad from one of my 1951 Life ads,it cracked me up.These ladies are sitting back enjoying a drink and clearly checking out this fellas tush as he cooks up some dinner.

Thrift Store Finds For the Week...

2010-10-07T22:57:00.000-07:00

I'm always,always,always hunting for things for my Etsy shop but I of course have to keep somethings for myself.I'm trying to not do that as much right now since I'm trying to save for our move but these pretties I couldn't let go of.

The swan necklace I thought was such a fun piece.I have a few owl,flamingo and sparrow necklaces but no swan until now.

and of course hearts,you know how I feel about hearts!

I've been on the hunt for a few years for a celluloid chain necklace that has the seeds dangling from it in my cost range.Normally I see them in the $60ish dollar range.These earrings would match perfectly for my future necklace so when I do finally find it I'll have a sweet set.

This purse if perfect for autumn and its a 2 in 1!It has the snap cover and if you remove it you have a basic black purse.

Well,I got to wrap up things around here as I have to get up early to go pick up my hubs from the airport tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!

Worst Internet Connection Everrrrrr oh and the Winner Is....

2010-10-04T23:56:00.000-07:00

First off sorry for the delay in announcing the winner.The night I did this giveaway the next morning my connection went out and didn't come back until...oh well now!Grrrr.Since my husband is coming back here and we'll be staying here a bit longer than originally planned I need to look into an actual internet provider as stealing the neighbors is starting to become very frustrating.I thought I'd only be here a few months so it wasn't a big deal but its a pain in the butt!

Thank you to everyone that entered and the winner is Miss CherryBubbles!I will be contacting you here shortly.In other news as I mentioned in a few posts ago Alaska ended up not working out but I am happy to report our new plan:Washington!I've wanted to move there forever and now it looks like we are both in agreement that this could be a good thing for us.So the new plan is suck it up here together taking care of my dad,he'll hopefully find work here soon so between whatever he's able to find plus my Etsy income we'll be north bound by spring if not sooner!

As much as I've been saving my pennies I also can't pass up a good deal so I had to pounce when I came across this rocker on Ebay....I paid for it on the 14th of last month.It just TODAY finally showed up but despite needing a good scrub down due to dirt and smelling like cigarettes *cringe* it cleaned up nicely and Wayland was quite pleased with it.

300 Followers Give Away!!!

2010-09-26T16:56:00.000-07:00

Finally!Once again better late than never but hopefully you guys find this worth the wait.Let me thank everyone for taking an interest in my blog it is greatly appreciated and its been a lot of fun.If you've been following me since the start you know that I didn't require you to do much to enter.This time I'm going to do it a little differently if you don't mind.

To enter of course all you have to do is first off be a follower of my blog(international follwers yes no worries you are also open to the giveaway!) but this time around when you leave me a comment to let me know you're in and include your email I also want you to tell me what your favorite thing is in my Etsy shop AND this time around I'd like you to spread the word about my give away on your own blog.See?Not the hard.

Up for you lovely followers is a vintage Thomas of Medway hat,vintage leaf hankie,vintage orange bakelite spacer bracelet,vintage white lucite clamper bracelet,vintage Corde purse and even though its not vintage it has a fun vintage look to it a petal cap by Bobbi Dain.

some better close up shots:

I will pick the winner on Oct.1st to give everyone a few days to enter.Good luck!

Whichever Way the Wind Blows....

2010-09-24T23:38:00.000-07:00

The last few days have been a mix of good news and bad news.Good news is I've gotten a few things together for my 300 followers give away so expect that soon!Bad news is after the job my hubby had in Alaska fell through he was unable to find work again.As gracious as our friends have been letting him stay with them, with no work on the horizon,a dwindling bank account and 4 months away from each he decided it was time to throw in the towel.Great news is we'll be together again soon at least!But the bad news is its here where I don't want to be and where jobs are hard to come by too.

What does the future hold for my family?I can't say.I don't know where exactly it will be other than not here as I don't care for southern California.Our goal for now is to just make the best of the situation,save money and go from there.

I had some time to process the news and I'll admit yesterday I was pretty blue but sitting around sulking about things you have no control over doesn't do any good.Instead I took the kids for a walk to hunt for lizards.That mission failed but Heidi was equally thrilled over finding a patch of mushrooms and moss growing under a heavily shaded tree.

After parking the stroller in the driveway we weren't quiet ready to go in the house and decided art time was in order.It is hard to stay too upset about anything when you have chalk in your hand doodling stars,hearts and stick figures galore.Pretty therapeutic actually!

Ollie decided to join in the fun by dragging the box of chalk around the driveway and that my pants made for a lovely canvas too.

Various Shades of Green...

2010-09-21T11:08:00.000-07:00

Since I'm trying to get to Alaska asap I thought it'd help if I kicked up the sales posts a notch.Just a few great green things in my shop right now,enjoy!

green floral dress with rhinestone buttons:

late 60's Red Cross shoes size 5:

70's nylon blouse:

60's shift dress:

light green heels size 8:

plaid apron:

mint green onsie (awwww look how little Wayland was here!):
Lefton Cabbage Cutie condiment jar:

Itchy Finds and A Give Away Question...

2010-09-19T17:03:00.000-07:00

Productive week in my neck of the woods.Decluttered more of my dads kitchen (goodbye numerous Jello boxes that went bad in 1998),managed to pay off a credit card (woohoo!) sat and thought about what exactly I need to do to get where I want (which is to be in Alaska with my husband and not here).Also realized we have 3 short months...97 days...till the Yule Tide season,frightening yes?I think so.It also puts a time frame on what I need to do to get things in order so I can spend Yule with my family together again.

In thrifting news I scored myself this eggplant purple vintage wool beret.I love berets but to be more specific I love angora berets.I have a red and a pink one and its like a fluffy little cloud decided to snuggle on my head for a nap.Wool,not so much but its only a little itchy at first so I can handle it.

And just so no one thinks I forgot I started to plan a 300 follower give away when I was in the 290's and here I am at 317 followers and I still haven't done one,boo and hiss to me I know.I wanted to throw together a few things for the give away but all I've come up with thus far is a vintage Corde purse and it occurred to me "hey,maybe you should ask you followers!" So.....what would you guys like to see in a give away?We have to keep it universal which means clothes and shoes are unfortunately out but things like accessories,makeup,hats and jewelry are fair game,c'mon tell me and I can whip together this giveaway before I find myself at 400!