Memorial Day Outfit Ideas

It has been awhile since I've done one of these holiday outfit ideas posts, and since I had some extra time this evening, I thought why not do one for Memorial Day? So yeah...I hope y'all enjoy this. I still don't know what I'll be wearing, which is so typically me, but hopefully some of you will get some outfit ideas for this weekend. *smile*

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I adore this first outfit: white jeans, striped tee, red TOMs, red satchel, and adorable accessories. If it is one the cooler side for you this weekend, this might be the outfit for you. As you will be able to stay warm, yet look very summery & cute. I can see this outfit being perfect for a beach bonfire, or something like that. 

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Perhaps shorts are more your speed, why not try the above combination this weekend. Instead of the traditional red, white, and blue -- I just stuck with the red/coral shades with shades of brown/tan and a fun touch of animal print on the shoes. This outfit would look adorable for events that you might be just handing out with friends & family at a Memorial Day picnic. 

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For the girl who would rather a skirt, why not pull out your jean skirt this weekend and simply add red & nautical themed pieces. You will look cute, stylish, and patriotic. Of course, if will be playing sports/games this weekend, let me recommend that you switch out the wedges for some flats or red TOMs. 

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Perhaps you would rather dress-up this weekend, or you have a graduation/wedding to attend. Then pull out a cute colorful dress & add some classic (the sunnies, earrings, handbag) and fun accessories (like the statement necklace & bows for your hair). You could always switch out the flat sandals for some peep-toe pumps, wedges, or heeled sandals if you prefer.

Which of these looks are your favorite? 

Also, be sure to come visit Bramblewood Fashion on Memorial Day for a fun giveaway! 

Cooking in the Kitchen ❘❘ Susan's Cream Puffs (1956)

Over the past two evening's I've been baking cream puffs. I've been thinking about making these for only about, thirteen years. Tuesday evening I decided to take the plunge and just make them. Boy am I glad I did, as they are amazing! Just make sure to not over beat the batter, otherwise your puffs won't rise and they will be on the tough side. You want your puffs to be light and fluffy. Since my cream puffs were a huge success, I'm thinking about trying out more new recipes this summer, since I've always sticked with the same dessert/snack recipes for way too long. 

Susan's Cream Puffs

Makes 5 - 6 Large Puffs

From: Good Housekeeping Cook Book (1956)

1/2 Cup Water

1/4 Cup Butter

1/8 tsp Salt

1/2 Cup Flour

2 Eggs, Room Temperature

1. Start heating oven to 375 degrees F. Bring water, butter, and salt to a boil in saucepan. Add flour, all at once; then beat with a hand mixer over low heat until mixture leaves sides of pan and starts to forms compact balls.

2. Remove from heat; continue beating to cool mixture slightly -- about 2 minutes.

3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. After last egg has been added, beat until mixture has satinlike sheen.

4. Onto  greased baking sheet, drop 5 or 6 mounds of batter, 2" apart, swirling top of each mound. 

5. Bake until well browned and puffy -- about 50 minutes. Remove from oven; immediately cut 1 or 2 slits in side of each puff; return to oven for 10 minutes.

6. Cool on cake/cookie rack.

To serve: Split cream puff almost all the way around. Or slice off top of each.

Fill with: Whipped Cream; instant pudding & cool whip folded together; ice-cream; gelato; or/and strawberries. Set tops back on.

Top with powder sugar; hot fudge sauce; hot butterscotch sauce; crushed berries; or sliced peaches. 

::Blog Sale:: Part 7

First off, the rules:

1. I'm open to shipping world-wide, but you will need to pay for shipping.
2. I accept payment via PayPal.
3. Email me what you want to buy (just copy and paste the entire line so there is no confusion), and please be ready to pay me when emailing. My email is: bramblewoodf@gmail.com -- put Blog Sale in the subject line so I don't miss your email! Also, include your zip code {or where you are located} so I can estimate your shipping total for you. 
4. First come, first served. I will email you back letting you know what is still available, what the shipping cost will be, and your final total will be. You will have 24 hours to get back with me, otherwise I will give the items to someone else.
5. Once you confirm your order, you will have another 24 hours to pay me via PayPal once I've sent your invoice.
6. If you have any questions, feel free to ask either in the comments, or via email.
7. Also, I'm open to offers & trades.
8. Some of what I'm offering would be great for refashioning projects!

Shipping:

• I prefer to ship out my packages using USPS Priority Mail, which can take only 1 to 3 days to reach you (depending on where you are located to me). I also include shipping confirmation with all packages, that way I can confirm where your package is located.
• Priority Mail pricing begins at $5.00 and goes up from there.
• Shipping to Canada (depending on where you are) starts at $20.00 and goes up from there.
• If you have any questions about shipping, feel free to ask!
• In some cases, I'll ship out packages using First Class Parcel or Media Mail.

Vintage Studio -- Linen & Rayon A-Line Navy Blue Skirt w/Pockets (Size Medium) $4 -- Good Condition Sold

Carefree Fashions -- Navy & Lace Skirt (Size Unknown 32" Waist) $2 -- Good Condition (Elastic is busted, but if you can sew, it can easily be replaced.)

Homemade Half-Circle Skirt w/Side Zipper (Size 27" Waist) 26" Long $3 -- Good Condition (Worn on the Blog)

::Left Skirt:: J.Jill Cotton & Silk Skirt (Size 6) 27 1/2" Long $3 -- Slight Orange stain on the silk overlay, otherwise in perfect condition. (Worn in the Blog) Sold

::Right Skirt:: Casual Corner 100% Silk Pencil Skirt (Size 2) 21 1/2" Long $2 -- Has two tan stains the size of pin heads, otherwise in great condition.

::Left Jeans:: Rock & Republic Dark Wash Jeans (Size 24) Inseam 31" $10 --

Brand New Condition 

::Right Jeans:: Z Cavaricci Capris (Size 7) Inseam 24 1/2" $6 -- Brand New Condition

(Unknown Brand) Faux Leather Small Pink Handbag 6 1/2" Deep 9" Across $3 -- Some Tiny black scuff marks on the front & back, otherwise in good condition. 

Amplify Vinyl Slingback(?) Purse (Deep zippered pocket on the left side. Flap pocket on the front.) $1 -- Slight water stains all over. Will try to wash off the purse before shipping. 

::Left Necklace:: Forever 21 Anchor Necklace $2 -- Like Brand New (Only worn once, or twice) Sold

::Right Necklace:: Mudd Brand Glass Beads & Cording Necklace $1.50 -- Like Brand New Sold

Vintage Necklace $2.50

'Zad Leaf Bangle $0.50 Sold

1yard & 17" of Cotton Fabric $2.75

Scarf $2.50 Sold

Craft Sewing for Fun & Profit by: Mary Roehr ex-Lib Softbound $1.50

::Left to Right:: Bedspreads and Tablecloths by: J. & P. Coats & Clark's (1953) $1.50 -- Bedspreads: To Knit and Crochet by: The Spool Cotton Company (1941) $1.50 -- Chair Sets by: J. & P. Coats & Clark's (1945) $1.50 -- The Whole Lot for $3.50

::Left to Right:: Afghans and matching pillows by: J. & P. Coats & Clark's (1954) $1.50 -- Afghans by: J. & P. Coats & Clark's (1952) $1.50 -- The Whole Lot for $2.50

Needlework Charm by: January & Wood Company (1954) $1.50

Costume in Context series // The 1920s and 1930s by: Jennifer Ruby ex-Lib Hardback $2 Sold

The Complete Book of Sewing by: Constance Talbot (1943) Hardback $10 -- One of my go-to 1940s sewing books. Sold

The rest of the blog sale can be found here.

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::Blog Sale:: Part 6 {tops}

First off, the rules:

1. I'm open to shipping world-wide, but you will need to pay for shipping.
2. I accept payment via PayPal.
3. Email me what you want to buy (just copy and paste the entire line so there is no confusion), and please be ready to pay me when emailing. My email is: bramblewoodf@gmail.com -- put Blog Sale in the subject line so I don't miss your email! Also, include your zip code {or where you are located} so I can estimate your shipping total for you. 
4. First come, first served. I will email you back letting you know what is still available, what the shipping cost will be, and your final total will be. You will have 24 hours to get back with me, otherwise I will give the items to someone else.
5. Once you confirm your order, you will have another 24 hours to pay me via PayPal once I've sent your invoice.
6. If you have any questions, feel free to ask either in the comments, or via email.
7. Also, I'm open to offers & trades.
8. Some of what I'm offering would be great for refashioning projects!

Shipping:

• I prefer to ship out my packages using USPS Priority Mail, which can take only 1 to 3 days to reach you (depending on where you are located to me). I also include shipping confirmation with all packages, that way I can confirm where your package is located.
• Priority Mail pricing begins at $5.00 and goes up from there.
• If you have any questions about shipping, feel free to ask!
• In some cases, I'll ship out packages using First Class Parcel. 

::Left Blouse:: ELLE (Kohl's) Lined Floral Chiffon Blouse (size XS) $6 -- Brand New only worn once

::Right Blouse:: Worthington Stretch (JCP) Pinstripe Blouse (size Small) $5 -- Brand New only worn a few times

 ::Left Top:: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Butterfly Knit Tee (Size X-Small) $6 -- Brand New only worn once Sold
::Right Blouse:: Decree (Juniors JCP) Rose & Lace Blouse (Size Medium) $5 -- Like new

 ::Left Top:: Forever 21 Oversized Lace White & Grey Striped Tee (Size Small) $5 -- Like Brand New only worn once
::Right Top:: Miley Cyrus & Max Azria (Juniors Walmart) Chambray Tunic/Blouse (size Small) $3 -- Like Brand New//Too Small for Me

 ::Left Blouse:: Mudd (Juniors Kohls) Purple Floral Blouse (Size Large) $5 -- Like New
::Right Blouse:: New York & Company Stretch Grey & Silver/White Topstitching/Stripes (Size Unsure as it is missing, Small I think) $3 -- Gently Worn

 ::Left Top:: Weavers (Juniors?) Shades of Blue & Green Knit Tunic Top with Elastic Empire Waist (Size Medium) $3 -- In Good Condition
 ::Right Top:: B. Moss Clothing Company (Juniors) Coral/Peach Tee Shirt (Size Medium) $3 -- In Good Condition

 ::Left Top:: St. John's Bay (Misses JCP) Brown V-Necked Knit Tee (Size Small) $3 -- Like New
::Right Top:: Old Navy Boat-necked Purplish (I'm awful with colors) Half-Sleeved Tee (Size Small) $3 -- Like New

 Self Esteem (Kohl's Juniors) Navy Blue & White Striped Knit Tee with Ruffled Back (Size Large) $4 -- Like New

 ::Left Tee:: Aeropostale (Boyfriend Tee) Navy Blue Tee Shirt with Floral Graphic Print (Size Large) $2 -- In Good Condition
::Right Blouse:: Talbots Kids (Stretch) Rust Blouse W/ Ruffles (Size Girls 18) $4 -- In Good Condition

'90s Emma James Cream Blazer (Size 4) $6 -- In Good Condition with a few small dirty spots (You can't see them right away)

My past blog sale listings have been reduced in price, so go check it out!