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Posts Tagged ‘random’
Double Dotted.
I wore double dots, yesterday, during a quick break. I ran out for what was supposed to be 2 quick errands, but ended up with me at Michaels for about an hour in the scrap booking area. I do not scrap book… yet. But, I am putting together a photo book of bags to show to some people I’m meeting on Friday and to have at swap meets and shows I want to go to. Welllll, I got good and sucked into to all things scrap booking! There is some super fun looking stuff. I only got an album, 2 packs of plain paper and a couple printed pages and spent a good chunk of change. I can only imagine how much real scrap bookers spend. I shouldn’t talk though, because what I can spend in the fabric store is nothing to joke about…
Tanks: Forever 21
Necklace: Forever 21
Jeans: H&M
Boots: Urban Renewal by Urban Outfitters
Clutch: Krust.
What I <3 Wednesday: Black and White Stripes!
A quick one! Because I am so sleepy… Keeping super busy over here! Starting to become the norm since the past few weeks. I’ll take it! I am filling orders, trying to stay on top of my shop by adding new designs regularly. I am also starting to plan for an actual swap meet at a car show to sell some bags at with a few other vendors. I am pretty pumped for it. But, I need to work double time to be able to have a good amount of product ready-made to take with me!!!! Wish me luck, bring me food, or remind me to take bathroom breaks… No, really. I forget.
For What I Love Wednesday, I chose Black and White Stripes! I guess it’s an obvious one. But, it was a chance to share a few fun pictures I have found and saved from about the web.
images: room, table setting, couch, boots, Balanciaga bag, Krust bag.
Seriously, Check out the table setting from Martha Stewart Weddings, and tell me that wedding doesn’t look like fun was guaranteed. I know I’m talking about black and white stripes here, but I Love the COLORS in the photo of the bridesmaids.
THAT COUCH!!! I WILL have Black and white striped upholstered furniture one day. I will.
If I could actually find that Balenciaga Bag, I would consider buying it. Okay, not really because I’d have to rob a bank. But, damn. Look. at. it. <3
Week in iphone #9
I decided to start numbering these posts. I counted back all I could find, and I think I am on #9!
I had a pretty great week. I worked extra hard with a few later nights Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. And did a bit of relaxing in between. I continued to enjoy this amazing weather we have been having and sat out by my pool Tuesday and Friday afternoons, and did some late night swimming even on Wednesday when it was warm out. I Love nighttime pool time on warm nights. I took some walks and relaxed in the grass. I was short on cash this week and couldn’t drive much (Gas is ridiculous) So, I improvised and was lucky enough to have some friends come to me 
. It appears as thought I put up feet up alot. I suppose I did. But, I worked hard too. And sometimes after a full day of standing while cutting fabric and ironing, with short stints of sitting at the sewing machine, putting your feet up at the end of it is necessary. Not that I am complaining. I am grateful for my achy feet at the end of every full day of work here!
I watched the Sharks really battle it out in their current series against the Red Wings and lose 2 games in a row after winning 3. But, we are still ahead by one, and I am confident and excited they will make it happen in Game 7! Go Sharks! And, of course I laughed and played with my niece and nephews. Some of my most happiest moments are spent with those kids. It’s hard not to just feel overwhelmed with joy around them.
Hope you all had lovely weeks! And on to the next one…
Friday in braids.
While I was out today on a post office run and to pick up some fabric.
Layered shirt and long sleeve: Old Navy
Black skinnies: Old Navy
Scarf: Forever 21
Clark’s Desert boots: Nordstrom Rack
Grey Heartstrings tote: Krust.
My outfit is mostly a joke. I stayed low key today (when am I not?) But a tad more relaxed today since I was running on a little less sleep than usual. I stayed up until about 530am with my Sister in Law to watch William and Kate get married! And woke up around 10am. It was fun to watch live. I got butterflies a few times. It was very sweet. I love seeing them together. Even though I always dreamed of marrying Prince William… I am so happy to see that they ended up together. Love love loved it all.
I put my hair in milkmaid braids today. I really need to rock this ‘do more often. I really love it, and it keep all my hair out of my face while sewing. Quite practical.
Happy Weekend everyone!
And we are off…
This week is off to a pretty great start.
Doily clutches in Tan. In the SHOP.
My Monday was pretty productive! I got an early start. I tend to start later and work into the night. But, today I was out of bed by 9 and started getting things done almost right away. I worked to finish a few orders and sent some bags out. It was great that I got the early start since I had a dinner and movie date night planned. Saw Insidious. That was some intense stuff. yeesh. Who am I kidding, I LOVE scary movies. So, the intenser, the better?
I’m pretty excited about today. Lisa is taking the train down to my neck of the woods to work with me! I Love having makeshift coworkers for a day. Lisa volunteered to come cut fabric and hang out. Lisa is being given a sewing machine and wants to learn how to sew some home decor stuff, so it’ll be fun to have her to sew with and maybe learn some new things together. Tomorrow we have some fun things planned:
- Starbucks run (first and foremost)
- Prepare fabric for a few bags I have on my list to make.
- Test out my new Gingher Rotary cutter!
- Work on a few clutches Lisa and I have discussed previously.
- Eat some sort of yummy lunch.
- Break time in the Hot Tub.
That is the plan for Tuesday! Should be a nice day. I can’t wait. On that note. I’m going to sleeeeeeep. <3
Just a random update.
I realize my posting is lacking a bit this week. I haven’t been feeling super great, and am just having a bit of a mental block when it comes to posting anything. Pretty lame, I know. I have some fun stuff lined up though that I want to do here. I just need to get back to my proper energy level.
Besides that, I have gotten A LOT of work done so far this week, filling orders and sending out bags for features, giveaways, and reviews. This is shaping up to be my busiest week yet! It’s getting really exciting. I actually ran out of labels tonight… Which, while that means I have the business. It means I have failed at keeping track of what’s in my inventory. It’s a big wake up call. I’m glad I got it early on with something that is quick and pretty easy to get. From now on, I will be taking a weekly inventory.
I think that’s all got for now. I have a few more quick posts lined up to share. And, I should be back to regular posting after this weekend. I’ll have new bags and outfits to post!
A little EBEW roundup.
I was super in love with a lot of great outfits from last weeks Everybody, Everywear Maxi challenge. As I mentioned in my post, I haven’t always been a fan of maxis. But, lately I have been obsessed. And now, after seeing so many great Maxi outfits, I am completely gaga for this article of clothing. MAXI ME!
Here is a quick round up of my favorites!
From left to right, top to bottom:
Jentine from My Edit, that dress is amazing! and paired with the cognac accessories and olive jacket? LOVE it. The whole look is lovely.
Adiel from It’s because I think too much, This whole look is something I could really see myself wearing and I plan to recreate it. And, her vintage woven straw clutch?! I am super jealous of.
Nicole from Graph Paper Heart. Okay, Seriously. The back detail on that skirt is ridiculous. If I could go back in time to find this skirt at Anthro when it was around, I’d probably pay full price. Nicole paid $10. The bargain factor makes me love it even more. And the goth in me LOVES the all black. So pretty.
Amy from Stylish Year. Love her skirts shape! And the twirly-ness of it. And the way she styled it is just gorgeous.
Christine from My Style Pill. Really didn’t think I’d be into a printed maxi, but Hello! this one is super cute, and the whole put together look is really fantastic. I love that jacket.
Toria from Bonafide Style. The color of her skirt, is to die for! I LOVE the coral. And then paired with cream lace and gold accessories. SO perfect. I want to wear it on warm summer night, drinking wine on a fancy patio with little lights strung about.
Linda from Rose a La Mode. Love the Chambray short with her long heather grey maxi. It looks so clean and comfy. I totally want to wear it.
A HUGE Thank you to Linda and Liz for putting together such a fun collective. Which ultimately finally got me to try a maxi skirt! I really love Everybody Everywear and can’t wait for the next one! Although, I’m pretty pumped on my new found love of Maxi skirts and have quite a few looks to recreate and/or take inspiration from.
ps. I really need to find a chambray shirt!
A little U.O. reunion
Just a quick photo taken Friday evening. I met up with some of my old coworkers from Urban Outfitters, store 61. Although I am
happy that I moved on when I did, I really miss the friends I made while I worked with there. Some pretty amazing people passed through that store. Glad I got spend a night out with handful of my favorites this weekend! Hoping we make it a regular thing.
<3
p.s. Sandra, lets sew!
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood.
Today was GORGEOUS! I was fortunate enough to get out in it. I was mostly in my car, but cruising down the highway with the sunroof open and windows down was lovely! I Love days like this. I even broke out my cut offs! Love these things. They might be my favorite bottoms next to my Old Navy Skinny jeans. Sensing a theme?
Layered tanks: Forever 21
Scarf: 21
Shorts: Jeremy’s old Krew skinnies, cut off.
Flats: Urban Outfitters
Cross body purse: KRUST.
Today was great. As I was enjoying the gorgeous weather I was running from fabric store to fabric store looking for more Houdstooth fabric, since the clutch is now sold out in the shop, and I am out of that fabric :/ I did not find it today. BUT, I found another nice one that I will make a clutch out of tomorrow and get it photographed and in the shop. I may have more of the original Houndstooth coming next week. I found the correct print and size. The thing is that it is not printed on the same fabric weight and weave as the last one I had. And I want to make absolute sure it looks the same in person. Buying fabric online is somewhat difficult for me. Pictures are not enough when your buying fabric. So, once I get it in my hands and can confirm that it is in fact the proper print, I will get it back in the shop!
I have some new bags coming once I catch up on current orders. Yesterday was a record breaking day for Krust! Lot’s of bags are getting made. I worked until midnight last night and 10pm tonight. I should finish up tomorrow and get started on some new designs!
This week according to my iPhone.
A few things I did this week.
Had drinks at a tequila bar that had the largest collection of tequila I had ever seen. Went to the DeYoung Museum and was lucky enough to attend the symposium for the Balenciaga and Spain exhibit which opened on Saturday (AMAZING)! Went fabric shopping! Drank tea, and ate Gianna’s cookies! YUM. Got my hair did! No More roots! Bought a saw and sawed the legs off my rarely used dining table and made it a much needed coffee table. Scored a sweeeeeeeeet side table/cabinet for free off craigslist to paint! Collected twigs for a few DIY projects.
Not pictured:
-Played with my niece and nephews <3
-Got to try Jambalaya. Never before occurred to me to just order it without shrimp.
-Danced with my friends
- Saw Cirque du Soleil Quidam
-Went to the closing show of SF Ballet’s Coppelia
-Started designing a dress to wear to a wedding I am attending in September!
Spring is going great so far! Minus the rain. I’m definitely getting a fresh start. Making changes around my place, and cleaning things out! Designing new bags, and starting other new exciting projects! I got an extra super duper dose of INSPIRATION while attending some killer events. Cirque du Soleil, the Balenciaga symposium, and the Ballet really got the gears working! B ring it on, Spring! Let’s do this!
