I have uploaded my first "thrifting haul video" to youtube, thanks to the suggestion of Goodwill Huntingg! This video documents my thrifting finds from my favorite local Salvation Army store in Eastgate, OH. There is always an abundance of awesomeness at that particular S.A.....and by awesomeness, I mean super oldie pieces that even Goodwill doesn't have the likes of. I always find a few gems when I shop there and this time was no different! Check out the (bad quality) vid! Some of the pieces I got will end up on here re-vamped on a Thrifting Tuesday in the very near future! The prints on the first outfit and the Oscar top are amazing, it's just hard to tell from the video really....
Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=harcRKqyXWw
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
Fashionably Friday, February 25, 2011
Today, instead of doing my usual Fashionably Friday, since it is my birthday, I wanted to let you guys in on some secrets. Ok, not really secrets, but more like truths that I have learned in my 24 years. I am not quite excited to be 24, not that it is an extremely old age or anything but just that I had imagined a whole lot more to be accomplished in my life by this time. The fact that I am turning 24 kind of is a slap in the face, making me realize all the things that have not gone the way I planned them. I of course am a whole lot happier now than I was at this time last year, and especially happier than I was 6 or even 3 months ago. But, like it or not I am now 24 and I have learned some things along the way...
Number 1 is that your family, whether you think so right now or not, is the most important thing in your life. Treat it that way. You may not agree right now, but no matter how many friends and crappy situations you go through over the years your family and significant other will be right there behind you, supporting you, so take time to appreciate them.
Which brings me to number 2: Crappy things happen. It's true, and unfortunate. I have definitely learned this lesson myself. Things do not always go the way you imagined they would, and probably never will. It's good to have high hopes about situations but if it does not turn out the way you wanted it to, do not get discouraged. This is probably the hardest lesson I have had to learn, and is why I now value Number 1.
Number 3: Have high hopes and dreams. This is what will get you through the crappy times. No matter how many times things go differently than planned, do not give up on your hopes or dreams.
Set high goals for yourself, it is the only way you will stay motivated to meet them.
Number 4: Do things that make you happy, even if it seems trivial. If there is something in your life that you look forward to that makes you happy and gives you hope, do it. It will help you to stay focused on Number 3 when Number 2 happens.
Number 5: Smile at the little things. Gorgeous weather, how adorable your cat looks curled up asleep on your lap, the taste of a delicious meal that you have cooked yourself. Little moments of joy in each day cannot be overlooked. They will help you to maintain a grasp on happiness in your life every day.
Number 6: Always have time for your friends. If you are constantly busy with work or other things step back and schedule time with a friend or two, especially if it has been a long time since you have seen each other. It's always refreshing to catch up and have a laugh with people who know you well and can make you smile.
Number 7: (ties in with Number 6) If you have someone in your life who does not treat you like a true friend, does not support you in your endeavors, or constantly causes drama for you or aggravates you, let them go. Keep yourself surrounded with people who make your time worthwhile, not who bring you down. It may feel hard to let go at first but I guarantee if you do, you will be happier in the end.
Number 8: Have no regrets. This has been another hard lesson for me to learn, and sometimes I still struggle with it, but I know it to be true. The past is history, it has already happened, and there is nothing you can do to change it. Things in the past may hurt or you may wish you had done things differently....get over it. Live in the here and now, you and only you can control the choices you make today to ensure that you will be happy for the rest of your life.
Number 9: Stay creative, stay curious. Keep observing the world around you, and keep learning from it. Be creative in each and every day. Put your own mark on the world in whatever way you can, and never stop finding something new to enjoy or someone new to learn from, this will keep you moving onward and upward in life.
Number 10, and the most important, is: You can make mistakes. And you will. No one is perfect, no matter how hard you try to be or want yourself to be. But the most important lesson is to learn from those mistakes and keep constantly improving yourself. If you make a mistake, great! Now you know what not to do the next time around. Keep that in mind and it is true that you will go far. Maybe not right away, because things take time, but if every day you are learning and growing it will not be long before you have arrived at your ultimate goal, and if along the way you have kept the rest of these lessons in mind, you will undoubtedly be healthy, happy, and satisfied with everything in your life, and have wonderful people around you to share it with.
Have a great weekend. :)
Number 1 is that your family, whether you think so right now or not, is the most important thing in your life. Treat it that way. You may not agree right now, but no matter how many friends and crappy situations you go through over the years your family and significant other will be right there behind you, supporting you, so take time to appreciate them.
Which brings me to number 2: Crappy things happen. It's true, and unfortunate. I have definitely learned this lesson myself. Things do not always go the way you imagined they would, and probably never will. It's good to have high hopes about situations but if it does not turn out the way you wanted it to, do not get discouraged. This is probably the hardest lesson I have had to learn, and is why I now value Number 1.
Number 3: Have high hopes and dreams. This is what will get you through the crappy times. No matter how many times things go differently than planned, do not give up on your hopes or dreams.
Set high goals for yourself, it is the only way you will stay motivated to meet them.
Number 4: Do things that make you happy, even if it seems trivial. If there is something in your life that you look forward to that makes you happy and gives you hope, do it. It will help you to stay focused on Number 3 when Number 2 happens.
Number 5: Smile at the little things. Gorgeous weather, how adorable your cat looks curled up asleep on your lap, the taste of a delicious meal that you have cooked yourself. Little moments of joy in each day cannot be overlooked. They will help you to maintain a grasp on happiness in your life every day.
Number 6: Always have time for your friends. If you are constantly busy with work or other things step back and schedule time with a friend or two, especially if it has been a long time since you have seen each other. It's always refreshing to catch up and have a laugh with people who know you well and can make you smile.
Number 7: (ties in with Number 6) If you have someone in your life who does not treat you like a true friend, does not support you in your endeavors, or constantly causes drama for you or aggravates you, let them go. Keep yourself surrounded with people who make your time worthwhile, not who bring you down. It may feel hard to let go at first but I guarantee if you do, you will be happier in the end.
Number 8: Have no regrets. This has been another hard lesson for me to learn, and sometimes I still struggle with it, but I know it to be true. The past is history, it has already happened, and there is nothing you can do to change it. Things in the past may hurt or you may wish you had done things differently....get over it. Live in the here and now, you and only you can control the choices you make today to ensure that you will be happy for the rest of your life.
Number 9: Stay creative, stay curious. Keep observing the world around you, and keep learning from it. Be creative in each and every day. Put your own mark on the world in whatever way you can, and never stop finding something new to enjoy or someone new to learn from, this will keep you moving onward and upward in life.
Number 10, and the most important, is: You can make mistakes. And you will. No one is perfect, no matter how hard you try to be or want yourself to be. But the most important lesson is to learn from those mistakes and keep constantly improving yourself. If you make a mistake, great! Now you know what not to do the next time around. Keep that in mind and it is true that you will go far. Maybe not right away, because things take time, but if every day you are learning and growing it will not be long before you have arrived at your ultimate goal, and if along the way you have kept the rest of these lessons in mind, you will undoubtedly be healthy, happy, and satisfied with everything in your life, and have wonderful people around you to share it with.
Have a great weekend. :)
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Time for a little Spring Cleaning?
I have so much jewelry, and by making a new piece every day I am literally running out of places to store it. I have jewelry boxes, I have those hanging closet jewelry pouch things, but it is for sure not enough. I am at a point where my jewelry is getting lost or even worse, broken, because I just randomly take off whatever necklace or jewelry I wore that day and stash it wherever it fits...my car cup holders, in random handbags, even in yankee candle jars! It has gotten pretty out of control, and my house has little to no storage as it is. So the other day I got a random idea....why not store all my jewelry in my vanity/desk in my room? I do not really use my vanity to get ready every day, it is more of just for 'looks' rather than actual use. (It is my desk from elementary school, repainted silver instead of bubble gum pink)
And up until this point it was stuffed with random, mostly useless junk that I couldn't find another place for. So I emptied it out and filled it with my 'jewels'! The only problem now is what to do with the stuff that I took out of the desk, and I also need lots of drawer organizer things to keep the jewelry from getting tangled or something. But that will come in time. For now I am just happy to have one cohesive place to store it all. And, after photographing these pictures of the filled drawers I started a hunt around my house for even more jewelry that was stashed around, and found even more pieces that are not shown in the pics! And this is only necklaces and some bracelets.....my earrings are another story....hehe. :)
And up until this point it was stuffed with random, mostly useless junk that I couldn't find another place for. So I emptied it out and filled it with my 'jewels'! The only problem now is what to do with the stuff that I took out of the desk, and I also need lots of drawer organizer things to keep the jewelry from getting tangled or something. But that will come in time. For now I am just happy to have one cohesive place to store it all. And, after photographing these pictures of the filled drawers I started a hunt around my house for even more jewelry that was stashed around, and found even more pieces that are not shown in the pics! And this is only necklaces and some bracelets.....my earrings are another story....hehe. :)
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Thrifting Tuesday, February 22, 2011
This piece today was originally created from a Christian Dior (Yes, Dior, people!) Vintage nightgown that I bought at Salvation army for a whole $2.
There was a giant gaping hole in the back, and a slight stain at the bottom hemline.
But I knew when I saw it that this old piece of ripped up lingerie would make a great top, definitely in line with the romantic, lacy, lingerie-as-outerwear trend that I am loving. (Check out Last Friday's Post for more details.) The whole gown is so sheer and soft, it almost feels like it was woven with air. A perfect compliment to spring, in my opinion.
I shortened the hem, mostly to get rid of the stained area, but also to make the gown feel less like pajamas and more like something that could be worn day to day.
I also had to hand stitch the hole in the back, because it was a pain in the butt when I tried to stitch it with the machine but I am happy to say it is all gone!
After a slight change and paired with skinny jeans, some gorgeous long necklaces (two of which I made, one is shown here ,) and a sweater to fight the chill that is still in the air, this nightgown is ready to see some daylight!! Enjoy!
There was a giant gaping hole in the back, and a slight stain at the bottom hemline.
But I knew when I saw it that this old piece of ripped up lingerie would make a great top, definitely in line with the romantic, lacy, lingerie-as-outerwear trend that I am loving. (Check out Last Friday's Post for more details.) The whole gown is so sheer and soft, it almost feels like it was woven with air. A perfect compliment to spring, in my opinion.
I shortened the hem, mostly to get rid of the stained area, but also to make the gown feel less like pajamas and more like something that could be worn day to day.
I also had to hand stitch the hole in the back, because it was a pain in the butt when I tried to stitch it with the machine but I am happy to say it is all gone!
After a slight change and paired with skinny jeans, some gorgeous long necklaces (two of which I made, one is shown here ,) and a sweater to fight the chill that is still in the air, this nightgown is ready to see some daylight!! Enjoy!
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| My new gauz-y american eagle cardi! |
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| I wore a faux leather motorcycle jacket with the top to class that day that I snagged for less than $1 |
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| look who joined me on the porch!!....Zoeykitty <3 |
Monday, February 21, 2011
A Christmas Gift
I made earrings for one of my friends, Farah, for Christmas. They are wire wrapped marble teardrop shapes, with green colored copper wiring and vintage crystal glass beads. I, of course, got the marble teardrops from Fire Mountain Gems. And I forgot, as usual, to photograph these earrings before I gave them to her, so I was so surprised and excited when last week she texted me a picture of herself wearing them at work! It made me so happy! And now you can see them and get an idea of what they looked like, though not up close. Hope everyone is enjoying their Monday so far, and getting excited for my super-awesome Thrifting Tuesday post I have prepared for tomorrow. (Spoiler alert: if you by chance saw me on Friday, I was wearing the shirt that I will be posting tomorrow, and the compliments abounded! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.)
Thank you again Farah for sharing your photo with me!!!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Belated Valentine's Day Necklace
Yes, I realize that I was supposed to update this necklace almost a week ago, but with being sick I really had no energy or motivation to work on it....stupid flu! But after getting caught up with all my homework and everything I am prepared to debut this very sparkly, red glass bead necklace! If you remember, I sketched about this necklace with the post from Saturday February 12.
Here is the original sketch:
And here is the final outcome! Enjoy! The pictures do not do the red beads justice, they are so clear and firey in real life!
Here is the original sketch:
And here is the final outcome! Enjoy! The pictures do not do the red beads justice, they are so clear and firey in real life!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Saturday Sketches
Today I wanted to share with you a sketch I had for a necklace that came to me almost in a dream. I woke up extra early one morning recently, and I couldn't seem to fall back to sleep. As I lay there in bed trying to force myself to go back to bed for a couple hours the necklace image just almost appeared to me. I knew I had to make it. It is a necklace inspired by morning, with the sun rising to brighten the sky. The colors fade from night blues and violets to sunny oranges and yellows. This necklace will take me some time, but will definitely be a lot of fun once created.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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