So Dorothy was on to something in that blue and white gingham pinafore number. I'm liking these bolder examples with darker colors instead of the more oft seen pastels.
1. Gingham clutch with flower by ADG Corner Shop
2. Gingham retro apron by Terrace Hill
3. Retro inspired gingham skirt by Lana Stepul
Okay I admit it. I did watch a teensy bit of the royal wedding. My favorite part of the fashion watching is the hat fetish of the English. I mean there were some truly eye-popping creations. The show stopper — Princess Beatrice. Um, wow.
Here are a few Etsy shops with some hip hats:
1. BAM! comic book inspired fascinator by Janine Basil
2. Opulent peacock feather headpiece by Alozano Couture
3. Red beaded pillbox hat by Holly Young Headwear
Like this clever project by Angie over at Angelina la dawn tomato. Having recently amassed scores of paint chips while redoing the guest bedroom, I can definitely relate. I hate throwing away the vibrantly colored paper and she's found a great way to upcycle the chips.
Allison over at her blog Reduce, Reuse, Redecorate made this groovy lantern from an old book. She gives you step-by-step instructions if you want to make your own. If your not the crafty type, you can also purchase from her etsy shop "Zipper 8 Lighting."
I'm a bit infatuated with yellow at the moment which has never happened. It's such a happy, energetic color, but I always shy away from it in clothing and design. I have no idea why because I'm smitten with it now. Here are some lovelies from etsy:
1. Bicycle Letterpress folded cards from Paper Lovely
2. Be Polite felt sign from Tumbledown
3. Felt Ruffle Kidney Pillow Cover from White Nest
4. Friendship Roses soaps from Satin and Birch
We attended the Art Walk in downtown McKinney last weekend and saw some wonderful artists and craftspeople. In my quest to buy handmade whenever possible, a new coffee cup was purchased from Jennifer Burke. It is my new best friend, lovingly holding my coffee in the mornings. I think it even tastes better out of this cup. I especially like the detail on the top of the handle where my thumb rests. Jennifer also teaches at the McKinney Art House.
