You know how they say people usually give up on their New Year's Resolutions around April?
I know...I'm terrible.
I'm horrible!
I'm such a loser!
Well, for those of you missing out on my outfits, you haven't missed much lately. I've been sick for the past three weeks and all I have been wearing to work is jeans. I haven't been very creative lately.
I bought some new stuff the last few months and my coworkers kept asking about my blog. I would shrug and hand over my money, but inside I felt kinda bad. A few weeks ago I wound up pulling a bunch of stuff out of my closet I haven't worn in ages. A lot of it went to the thrift store and some I sold. I do feel a little better about what I bought during my "hiatus" but I still need to cut waaaay back again.
I decided recently to pursue my bachelors degree after being out of school since '05. I'll start up classes soon and I'm getting anxious. My anxiety isn't going back to school, its more of a- what the heck do I do with myself after work- until school starts. I really want it to get going already! I loved school, I enjoy learning and I pride myself on doing well in academics.
School is expensive and while I do have a federal loan, I still need a new laptop. For the past couple of months I have been saving all of my money from Miss November Studio and eBay sales to get a new MacBook pro. I'm so close I can taste it!
If you have been eyeing any of my Miss November Studio jewelry or Edie+edie vintage stuff, I'm having a sale in both Etsy stores to raise the funds for my laptop. I just need a little bump in business then I'll have a new Mac! The one I'm typing on now is now is over 7 years old, still running like a champ, but its slow and can't handle video anymore. I'm ready to start my bachelors program with an updated set up!
If you want to help, head over to my Miss November Studio or Edie+edie Etsy shops and type FACEBOOK in the coupon code box at checkout. Thats good for a super sweet 20% off!
Cheers!
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Simple Style for the Studio
Hi friends!
I had a great two days off! I ran errands, sent out last month's contest prize (Hey there SJGL! Your ring is in the mail!!!) I got some fun stuff at the thrift store and finished a couple projects in my jewelry studio.
Here is today's outfit, it was warm out, but I knew my studio would be freezing since the boys at Acme Garage like to leave the back door open. That cross breeze is chilly!
I also made this ring, which was inspired by the story of a ten year old amateur astronomer's recent discovery of a supernova.
I had a great two days off! I ran errands, sent out last month's contest prize (Hey there SJGL! Your ring is in the mail!!!) I got some fun stuff at the thrift store and finished a couple projects in my jewelry studio.
Here is today's outfit, it was warm out, but I knew my studio would be freezing since the boys at Acme Garage like to leave the back door open. That cross breeze is chilly!
Deets:
Sweater- Forever21, fall 2010
Leggings- BDG, Urban Outfitters
Socks- Anthropologie
Boots- Steve Madden, Fall 2010
Necklace- Miss November Studio
I just finished the necklace yesterday and wanted to take it for a test run to make sure the clasp would stay at the back of my neck. I'm giving this as a gift to a dear dear friend who recently moved to LA. You can read more about both of my projects from yesterday and today here.
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| Parisa's Pho Necklace. Friends Pho EVA! |
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| Supernova Ring |
Don't forget to comment and get your name in the raffle for the February Heart-to-Heart Giveaway!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Mexican Embroidery and Vintage Wide Legs
Hi y'all!
I had an uneventful day off, most of it was spent sitting at my laptop doing homework, blah. I made a delicious dinner for my honey and cleaned the kitchen and living room, so I feel accomplished, but I still feel a little guilty that I didn't spend any time in my studio today as planned.
Oh, I also listed the tiki and parasol necklaces on etsy!
And here is my OOTD! I bought this embroidered shirt for $2 at an estate sale with my husband on Saturday. It was brown with age and had stains all over it. A bath in Oxyclean revealed a gorgeously hand embroidered bird and rose motif with silk thread. The fabric is actually from an old flour sack. What I thought was bleed from the thread is actually letters and numbers that were printed on the sack cloth.
I have a collection of hand embroidered vintage mexican shirts, but this is the best one. I'm gonna guess the lady who owned it got it as a souvenir in the '40's or '50's while visiting Mexico on vacation.
The jeans are high waist sailor style wide legs I picked up a while back at the vintage swap store I used to frequent before my New Years Resolution.
I had an uneventful day off, most of it was spent sitting at my laptop doing homework, blah. I made a delicious dinner for my honey and cleaned the kitchen and living room, so I feel accomplished, but I still feel a little guilty that I didn't spend any time in my studio today as planned.
Oh, I also listed the tiki and parasol necklaces on etsy!
And here is my OOTD! I bought this embroidered shirt for $2 at an estate sale with my husband on Saturday. It was brown with age and had stains all over it. A bath in Oxyclean revealed a gorgeously hand embroidered bird and rose motif with silk thread. The fabric is actually from an old flour sack. What I thought was bleed from the thread is actually letters and numbers that were printed on the sack cloth.
I have a collection of hand embroidered vintage mexican shirts, but this is the best one. I'm gonna guess the lady who owned it got it as a souvenir in the '40's or '50's while visiting Mexico on vacation.
The jeans are high waist sailor style wide legs I picked up a while back at the vintage swap store I used to frequent before my New Years Resolution.
Deets:
Shirt- Vintage
Jeans- Vintage
Shoes- Jeffrey Campbell wood and leather wedges
Beanie- Anthropologie 2009
Glasses- Urban Outfitters
Undershirt- Eloise, Anthropologie 2010
Drawing for the winner of the Sterling Filigree Ring will be tomorrow! I hope your as excited as I am!
Cheers!
Friday, January 21, 2011
In English, Please.
I'm working at 3 today so I thought I would get my outfit up beforehand while taking a break from a work project.
I feel a little exposed writing my blog in a public place, but I figured I would multitask by eating lunch, having my tea and getting my work done all at once.
I haven't eaten here in a while but sitting here for the past thirty minutes or so reminds me why I love this place. There is a conversation entirely in italian being spoken between the owner and a patron, a loud conversation that almost begs for a little eavesdropping. If only I spoke italian. I bet the conversation is quite interesting (it certainly sounds so).
The place is Pappalecco in Hillcrest, and you can read about why I love them so dearly here.
On to my OOTD. Whenever I wear this dress I feel like a young girl, its flirty style and vibrant colors evoke a certain girlishness lost in the quest to become a woman. Or maybe that's just me.
I'm fully aware San Diego is boasting bright blue skies and the most glorious weather in the western hemisphere at the moment, but I'm just not ready to bare my legs yet (hence the tights).
PS...The conversation in italian was about tourists coming home and receiving multiple traffic tickets in the mail from driving in Italy. I guess if you're going to visit Italy, do not drive! Pappalecco owns a travel company that sends its patrons on exciting trips to Italy. They have been hearing back from a lot of their patrons about the tickets they have been receiving in the mail once they are home. Four tickets and $1500 Euros later, the poor guy sitting near me (topic of conversation in italian) having his lunch seems dejected and finacially drained after having a great trip. There are cameras at intersections you may not be aware of. Yikes!
I feel a little exposed writing my blog in a public place, but I figured I would multitask by eating lunch, having my tea and getting my work done all at once.
I haven't eaten here in a while but sitting here for the past thirty minutes or so reminds me why I love this place. There is a conversation entirely in italian being spoken between the owner and a patron, a loud conversation that almost begs for a little eavesdropping. If only I spoke italian. I bet the conversation is quite interesting (it certainly sounds so).
The place is Pappalecco in Hillcrest, and you can read about why I love them so dearly here.
On to my OOTD. Whenever I wear this dress I feel like a young girl, its flirty style and vibrant colors evoke a certain girlishness lost in the quest to become a woman. Or maybe that's just me.
I'm fully aware San Diego is boasting bright blue skies and the most glorious weather in the western hemisphere at the moment, but I'm just not ready to bare my legs yet (hence the tights).
Deets:
Dress- Maeve, Anthropologie 2010
Tights- Hue, Anthropologie 2010
Shoes- Totem Heel, Anthropologie 2009
Necklace- Contrived To Charm
Ring- Miss November Studio
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| I made this ring from a piece of Anthropologie hardware. I have one in yellow too! |
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| Tiki heels! Sometimes accessories can are more fun with unexpected details. |
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| My friend Tiffany (of Contrived To Charm) gave me this necklace she made with found objects for Christmas when we had our vintage store together. |
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| The vintage name charm is my favorite part. |
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| I wonder what the note in the bottle says? |
Sterling Filigree Giveaway Contest Question of the day:
If you were to send a bottle to sea, what would your note read?
Cheers!
PS...The conversation in italian was about tourists coming home and receiving multiple traffic tickets in the mail from driving in Italy. I guess if you're going to visit Italy, do not drive! Pappalecco owns a travel company that sends its patrons on exciting trips to Italy. They have been hearing back from a lot of their patrons about the tickets they have been receiving in the mail once they are home. Four tickets and $1500 Euros later, the poor guy sitting near me (topic of conversation in italian) having his lunch seems dejected and finacially drained after having a great trip. There are cameras at intersections you may not be aware of. Yikes!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Vintage Saks
Hey Friends,
Was it just me or was everyone incredibly sleepy today? Gravity was bringing me down!
I spent the entire day yawning my way through work and practically dragging my feet.
But at least I looked good!
I bought this vintage Saks Fifth Avenue tunic at a local fashion swap store as soon as it hit the rack. I think it looks very mid-century and is incredibly well constructed. Yay for geo-prints and turquoise!
All I need is a bouffant, a headband, a charm bracelet and a tray of lemonaide!
Its not the exact necklace, but it sure looks similar!
Was it just me or was everyone incredibly sleepy today? Gravity was bringing me down!
I spent the entire day yawning my way through work and practically dragging my feet.
But at least I looked good!
I bought this vintage Saks Fifth Avenue tunic at a local fashion swap store as soon as it hit the rack. I think it looks very mid-century and is incredibly well constructed. Yay for geo-prints and turquoise!
All I need is a bouffant, a headband, a charm bracelet and a tray of lemonaide!
Deets:
Tunic-Vintage 1960's Saks Fifth Avenue (Park Avenue Room)
Denim- AG Leggings in black, Anthropologie 2010
Shoes- FarylRobin platforms (older)
Necklace- Vintage 1960's copper and enamel
Ring- Miss November Studio
The Necklace:
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| I found this in a thrift store. Still kicking myself for leaving the matching earrings behind. |
Looks familiar?
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| Joan Holloway from Mad Men (S2P1) |
PS. I want to live in Sterling-Cooper.
Question of the day:
Who's your favorite Mad Man or Mad Gal?
I think I like Joan best. Her style is phenomenal and I secretly want to be buxom ;)
Cheers!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
City Girl Gone Wild
I had a looooong day at work today, productive, but loooooooong.
You know why!
Tuesday at Anthro :-)
I got home as soon as I could to plant the succulents I bought yesterday after work that were still in the back of my car. Blake came home as I was finishing up and laughed about us being "city folk." I had turned our kitchen table into a potting station and everything was covered in soil, including my hands and face!
Tomorrow morning I'll take some pictures so you can get an idea of the obsession I have for succulents.
Here's the outfit I wore today. I have to say, I felt very comfortable and received tons of compliments for this look. This one will be a repeat down the road when I'm lacking creativity in my outfitting.
Deets:
Jacket- Vintage, recent thrift store find
Blouse- Odille, Anthropologie 2009
Vest- Vintage
Denim- Earnest Sewn high waist wide leg jeans, Anthropologie 2008?
Shoes- Miss Albright, Anthropologie 2009
Hat- Vintage
Necklace- "Barty's Bad Day" (More on Barty here), Miss November Studio
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| Barty's Bad Day by MNS |
Don't forget about the STERLING FILIGREE RING GIVEAWAY CONTEST!
Your Question for Today...
What are you obsessed with?
Me? Clothes/jewelry/accessories (obviously), boots and rings specifically, vintage, mid-century modern home decor (as you can see), succulents, makeup, Devendra Banhart, Jenny Lewis, ETSY, rosebud lip balm before bed.
Cheers!
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