Entries from April 2009

April 30, 2009

Study in Yellow {part 2}

“A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.” ~William A. Ward

from top left: skirt, estate sale; earrings, you’re a dream boat; print, calobee; necklace, bombalurina

April 28, 2009

100th post! Quick poll and win!

image via: Nina Gibson Designs
WOW! I’ve reached my 100th post. I can’t believe I’ve had so much to say! To celebrate, I’d like to take a quick poll. Vote before midnight (cst), thursday, April 30th to win a lovely pair of QUiD cute-as-a-button fabric studs! One winner will be selected at random. Be sure to [...]

April 28, 2009

Haute and Sunny

Need a new ride? Downtown girl, Cynthia Rowley has the chicest method of transport.  Although, I would recommend pairing this Beach Cruiser with something other than heels. Sweet gold flats, perhaps?

Images: Cynthia Rowley

April 28, 2009

study in yellow {part I}

The showers of april place me in a mood of yellow.

Dress, Haute Country Vintage; Notecards, Style and Design; Flower Clip, Dulces Creations; Bracelet, Kimm Smith; Umbrella, Johnny Vintage 

April 27, 2009

Back at it

We got back from the Spring Fling show in Ft. Worth last night. I must say, I’ve developed a new love for that city! We’ll definitely be going back to do some serious thrifting! The show was super great in that I got to see some of the greatest peeps in the craft world. Here [...]

April 23, 2009

Headed to Texas

After hours and hours (and hours) of sewing, beading, painting and tagging I’m just about ready to head to the first show of the season. Anyone in the Ft. Worth, Texas area should be sure to come by and check it out! Over 100 handmade vendors, food, a raffle benefitting the humane society…what more could [...]

April 21, 2009

The Name Game: Prize Involved!

So, I’m 2 1/2 days away from my next big craft show. The product is basically done but I’ve yet to decide what to wear. I made a really cute paper bag skirt but now I think I want to make a hand-painted tank. The dilema: what should it say?
That’s good news for you! For [...]

April 18, 2009

Today I have a mild obsession over plates. I could hardly take my eyes off this fab wall of plated goodness via the nest. And how chic is this china from etsy?

From top left: Mr and Mrs, Gigiz; Plate Stand, Style Garden; Four Seasons, Mary Wibis; 70’s yellow, Yellow Dog Vintage; Green Floral, Do Not Destroy

April 16, 2009

freebie: belle and boo print

the lovely mandy at belle and boo has this lovely print available to download. I was so excited I just had to share! Be sure to visit her blog and shop…I’m sure you’ll fall in love as hard as I have.

April 16, 2009

crush-worthy photos

I find myself with a bit of a crush today. While insomnia kept me up half the night, I ran across these incredible photos by Tim Walker. You may know him for his work on those crazy colorful Juicy Couture ads…but take a peek at these gems!

{photos via Thomas Treuhaft}