Last Week's Wordless Wednesday:
Accessories with a Story to Tell
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Treasury Tuesday – Thar She Blows!
The end of March is upon us and the last of the gusty March winds are blowing themselves into April. Most people still need to bundle up in warm clothes as spring has not quite sprung for most of the north.
This blustery treasury is the second that I've featured from The Photo Impression. They really do a lovely job in their composition and the collections often tell a story. I guess they know a thing or two about that being that they are indeed fine art photographers! Hiding amongst the breezy finds is my pair of little button earrings in an earthy gray brown color.
What is your favorite piece?
To view individual items in this treasury, click here.
Last Week's Treasury Tuesday:
Sunday, March 24, 2013
The Sunday Snag - Fab 40s
Super thrilled with this snag guys!! Actually, I'm quite thrilled with the next couple of snags coming soon too! This gorgeous 1940's over blouse jacket has beautiful little cut outs that peek-a-boo from embroidered detailing. The tailoring is impecable and the little fabric covered buttons are placed in such a flattering position directly below the bust of a deep vee collar. I snagged this treasure from Anatomy Vintage, the owner of which is so kind and friendly!
The color looks peachy apricot in the shop photo but is actually more of a blush nude/pink. As soon as I got this in the mail (yesterday!), I immediately threw it on and ran out the door to snap a photo in the sunlight. When I say immediately, I mean I still have a towel on my head from getting out of the shower and white socks with tennis shoes hastily pulled on with my shirt and skirt combo. My neighbors think I'm nuts.
The photos below are from that quick shoot. Hence, there are only close up shots since my arm is only so long and you wouldn't want to see the ridiculousness of my full outfit!
Isn't it pretty?!!!! It is a light rayon and the sleeves are loose. There were moth holes and a small chemical stain, but I think I might shorten the sleeves just enough to get some fabric to patch the holes. As for the stain, it is primely placed in a position that can be covered with a brooch. Alterations and brooch hunt will now commence!
Last Week's Sunday Snag:
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Saturday Shop Talk – Our Walk to Town
Personality: The Youthful and Spirited
Places you'll find yourself: Picking wildflowers and saving their seeds to scatter on your next trip into the village
Places you'll find yourself: Picking wildflowers and saving their seeds to scatter on your next trip into the village
This ring was created using an antique 20-part stamped brass button from near the Victorian picture button era (1870-1918). Many buttons from this time period featured scenes of people, flora, fauna, and even myths and nursery rhymes. This particular button pictures the profile of young girl in a straw hat.
I fell in love with this button because it reminded me of Anne of Green Gables, which is one of my favorite childhood books. You can just imagine this little girl skipping along a grassy path with basket in hand and her mother trying to keep the girl's dress from getting splashed with mud.
What images do you find yourself most drawn to? Flowers, portraits, etc.?
What images do you find yourself most drawn to? Flowers, portraits, etc.?
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