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Gilding the Lily

June 16, 2013
Gilding the Lily

Some days you just want to layer it all on, you know?  Today was one of those days.  I’ve been trying to style this thrifted tunic for awhile.  I fell in love with the colors and vibrant pattern, and I’ve been waiting for inspiration to strike. I didn’t have to wait too long. I...

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Some Things That Make Me Happy

June 14, 2013
Some Things That Make Me Happy

   One of the lovely things about having a blog is that you can do whatever you want with it.  Today I felt like sharing a few things that make me smile.  For example, every time I glance into our tiny powder room, I feel happy.  Joey painted it and Alex created the “mean...

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Proportions

June 3, 2013
Proportions

It occurred to me the other day that one thing I enjoy about high fashion is the exaggerated proportions.  A hat might be larger than the dress, a long sleeve can go to the knee, and an oversized coat can fit several people inside.  I love the theatricality, bending my eye in unexpected directions....

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Flip the Script

June 1, 2013
Flip the Script

There comes a point in time when style boredom sets in, as least for me.  I don’t have huge pendulum swings like many of the bloggers I admire; Melanie of Bag and a Beret comes to mind, brilliant in her many guises.  However, I’d like to experiment more with proportions and styles, but the...

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Heaven’s Scent

May 26, 2013
Heaven’s Scent

There’s a very small amount of tired soil in a pot on my balcony. It seems impossible that it could sustain the display of jasmine that bursts forth each year, and yet it does. I water, give an occasional dose of plant food, and marvel at the heady fragrance and tenacious tendrils curling around...

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Skirting the Issue

May 16, 2013
Skirting the Issue

Much to my delight I recently received a preview copy of Altered Couture, a magazine that I adore.  It’s full of beautiful creations made by upcycling/refashioning enthusiasts like me.  I was honored once again to have a few of my pieces featured, including this burgundy jersey skirt.  I thought it was totally cool that...

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