I’m too gullible myself to justify playing a trick on you today, so I will just stay focused on keeping my defenses up and not falling for anything too absurd on this mischief-filled day. I will neither confirm nor deny that my choice to wear an Our …
Borrowed Boho
I have to hand some credit to my friend acuppateawithag over on Instagram for this outfit, because her Sonali has an awesome boho style, which totally inspired this look! I felt like trying something different today, so I dug through our “vintage” (historical) drawer, and pulled …
Oh Happy Day
It’s spring ya’ll. The grass may not be bright green, and my knees may have been shivering a bit during these photos, but the calendar says it’s spring, so by golly I say it’s time for spring clothes! I also have to share that I …
Top o’ the Mornin’
Well, it’s far from the morning, but Happy St. Patrick’s Day nonetheless! I hope those of you who are feeling festive were able to adorn yourselves with some green today. As for me, I went with a green skirt and hat, along with my Irish …
You Can Call Me Princess
I would call this look “Kate Middleton goes to prep school.” The classic wool blazer, collared blouse, and A-line khaki skirt have a school-girl feel, but Kate often wears classic jackets and pretty blouses, and of course adding this hat, perched upon my head in …
Modern Mod
I’m not usually a huge fan of ’60s fashion, but this dress channels just the right amount of ’60s “mod” with a 2010’s modern twist. The slightly dropped waist, funky mix of patterns, oversized peter pan collar, and built-in layered-look sleeves combine to create a …
Creative Thought Matters
Sometimes you have a light blue sweater when you really need a light blue cardigan. This is where my favorite mantra, “Creative Thought Matters,” comes in handy. I learned it from my friends who attended Skidmore College, where the saying is their motto, and there …
How it’s Made- Wool Felt Hats: Part 2
Part 2 of how I make felt hats: Here’s how it looks after it is taken off the hat block. The hat band is sewn in at the base of the crown. Then we finish the brim. I decided to use a pink contrast stitch …
How it’s Made- Wool Felt Hats: Part 1
I’ve received many inquiries about how I make the wool hats that I often wear, so I’m finally doing a little behind-the-scenes look! First I’d like to say, this is not meant to be so much of a “tutorial,” as it is just an overview …