So after my little rant of the other day I went to another thrift store and HIT THE MOTHERLODE! But more on that at a later date. Today…Ta-Da… a new piece.I hated it,loved it,hated it,love it! … Continue reading
Ack! my thrift store has gone all fashionista on me.I was looking forward to today because Wednesday is half price day at this particular venue and they have lots of tee shirts for men. Until now! Where is the manager. … Continue reading
Yes that would be the infamous st valentine’s day massacre.A day that will live in infamy and is a pretty good antidote to all the hearts and flowers usually associated with February 14.A little blood and guts kinda takes the … Continue reading
If we go back in time just a bit you may remember that I made a custom heart shaped pillbox hat for a bride…just to refresh your memory here is a reminder. Since Valentine’s day is coming and because TANGERINE … Continue reading
So, here we are with 2012 in full swing.I suppose I should say something regarding resolutions and all but really,one year pretty much runs into the last.You could do life changing resolutions anytime,your birthday perhaps (that is YOUR new year … Continue reading
On Etsy.com we have teams.It’s a way to make a large site more human and for artist/designers to work together to promote and provide support. Here is a sampling from the Noir Scene Team curated by … Continue reading
Christmas Truce of 1914 came only five months after the outbreak of war in Europe and was one of the last examples of chivalry between enemies in warfare. It was never repeated Winter 1914: German and English troops are dug … Continue reading
Fairy tales and ghost stories Fairies and goblins exploded into Victorian artistic and literary life with the publication of Edgar Taylor’s first English translation of Grimm’s Fairy Tales in 1823. As well as these traditional tales, there were new fairy … Continue reading
I have fallen head over heels for velvet! Been on the hunt at the usual places and have found some lovely stuff.Some of it is silk velvet (ah!) and some is the stretchy kind.The colors are rich and luxurious. I … Continue reading
1. Help contribute to establishing a new economy! 2. Contribute to decrease in fossil fuel erosion (purchasing mass produced products generally come from overseas – barging it all over, production costs etc) 3. This new breed of craftspeople are often … Continue reading
When looking for the perfect holiday gift that is eco friendly be sure not to overlook vintage.Of course some items are for the vintage collector and you can find some really special pieces.Case in point This lovely … Continue reading
Doing some shoppin’ today?You can do some shopping,buy some amazing stuff AND not add to your carbon footprint. You can…really. Buy from a person instead of a mega company and check out these upcycled items in these shops. For the … Continue reading
I have boxes of bits and pieces.Mostly these are precious tatters and quite aged,100 years thereabouts.Sometimes I just look at this stuff and hope that the muse will take over. Using Victorian era silk ribbon and attached(secret!!), hand painted and … Continue reading
Let’s go back in time a little ways,shall we?Not too far just to September of this year… I sent some hats to be shown at London Fashion Week with Eco Luxe London LTD.At the close I was asked if I … Continue reading
A couple of changes were made after sending the customer photos.The covered buttons removed and vintage glass pearl clusters created,some from her mother’s wedding veil.Some white birdcage veil was attached at the pearls and is removable.It can be worn at … Continue reading
