the edge of love

Though it came out last summer and I haven't actually seen it, I'm thinking I'd really love to run around this Fall looking like I just stepped out of John Maybury's The Edge of Love. Everything from the slouchy stockings and Wellies to the cozy skirts and nubby sweaters has me wishing for cooler weather. Layers...Lots of layers please!

Of course I'll be on the scout for slim fitting Granny-esque sweaters and oversized stockings in a few months. This is Texas by the way, so I admit I'm getting a bit a head of myself, but do let me know if you've got any tips, especially the stockings. I'm thinking handmade is the way to go and so begins the Etsy quest. I'll be sure to fill you in on any good finds!

bewitching braids

Considering I couldn't even put my hair into a decent ponytail until I entered high school, it's no wonder I've always been envious of those girls who seem to effortlessly braid their hair into the most pristine plaits. Whether they're English, French or Dutch I couldn't care. To me, each style is perfectly adorable!



feaverish, gracefullady, variationsonthewordsleep
The style that truly makes me swoon, the one I've never even come close to accomplishing yet alone mastering, is the Heidi-style crown. Now that my hair is actually getting long enough to play with, I'm intrigued and ready to experiment. I couldn't believe my luck when, after perusing several less than thrilling tutorials, I came across this one by Aya over at Strawberry Koi Vintage. And the best part...She's actually got a whole slew of cutesy, easy-to-follow tutorials. Hello beautiful hair to come!

oh my! dalena vintage giveaway

Oh it's true! Free, completely! And free for you!

Here’s what you need to do...Head over to Dalena Vintage for a peak around the shop then come back and leave a comment with your thoughts! It's just that simple! Make sure to comment before 12:00PM CST on August 30.

Next Sunday I'll randomly pick a winner to receive the ever lovely Linnea Reese Blouse. The winner will be posted Sunday evening so stay tuned!

UPDATE...Sadly this giveaway is officially closed and the lucky winner will be announced tonight!

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It's out! It's done! I'm good! I'm gone! Well...almost gone...I finally took the dive! Dive, you ask? Yes, well, I've finally resigned from my day job at the metal smith shop and will officially be self-employed at the end of the month! I've been thinking about it for quite some time but have been a bit too scared to actually do anything about it.

It's just that it's such a nerve-racking idea! I've become completely spoiled with a steady income and the thought of giving this up makes me a bit anxious, especially with all the lovely surprises that have graced my bank account this year.

Car problems. A plethora of traffic tickets. Stolen laptop. Things just kept coming up. Rudely interrupting my plans of saving. Pushing back my enticing ideas. And finally I realized it was just something that had to be done.

So there you go. I said it! It's official! And please excuse the excessive use of exclamations, it's just I'm that excited!

I'll be in a tizzy all weekend, but of course the best kind. Wish me luck!

in the shop

...And a few more to come tonight. Have a little look won't you!

l'officiel brasil

Recreating looks of past beauties has never looked so delicious! True, it's done quite often, but L'Officiel Brasil's June 2009 issue has me wanting to run home and play dress-up. How great would it be to have crazy curly red hair like the Edith Piaf rendition? Of course I'm posing this question as the straight-haired brunette who's been contemplating a change for some time now!

in the shop

Three lovelies I was terribly tempted to keep, but considering the current state of my closet, decided to put them up in the shop! Enjoy...I hope they find a nice new home.