Thursday, April 22, 2010

Cath Kidston - Spring/Summer Inspiration


Some how I stumbled upon Cath Kidston last year (online)...and fell right in love with her designs. They have such a vintage/whimsy feel about them...almost picture book like. I had hope to visit one of her stores while I was in London last Fall, but I just didn't find the time. Maybe next time. ;)

Here is what is inspiring me from their spring/summer collection.


 I LOVE this jean skirt and would love to make one just like it. 



How about these cherry red polka-dot wellies? Aren't they just darling? I love them!



This would be fun to recreate. Though, I don't know where I would find badges for different UK sites. :)
How cute are these vintage(y) hair-bows? And they come in three vintage colors. 


If you didn't know already, I love polka-dots! Like this dress. And look, it also comes with a matching polka-dot belt!  



What about you? What are your favorites? Or is Cath Kidston not your style? =)


~Ashley

Monday, April 19, 2010

Mini Haul | Earrings and Jeans

This afternoon I went to the mall with my mom and Gabrielle, and we ran into some good sales. Payless is having a buy one get one 1/2 off everything. You can buy a pair of shoes and sunglasses, one of those would be 1/2 off. I didn't get anything at Payless though, as they didn't have any shoes I liked in my size. =)

We also stopped at J.C.Penny were I picked up a pair of jeans for $17 normally $36. My old pair is faded and forming holes on the seams. Not pretty.

In real life the jeans are darker then shown here.

Our last stop was at Claire's. I only have three pairs of earrings and I'm getting tired of wearing the same ones everyday. =) At Claire's they are having a buy 2 get one pair free sale. So of course I bought three pairs. 

And now I have eleven more pairs of earrings. =) I can't wait for when I can wear non-post earrings! For all stores seam to have the same kind of post earrings! I see a need for someone to design unique post earrings. Who is with me?    

There are the sales I discovered while out shopping today.  Oh, The Young Victoria comes out on DVD and on iTunes tomorrow!

~Ashley

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Tagged!!!

I was tagged by Samantha over at Simple Delights. Thank you, Samantha!  =)

Rules: First, if you have been tagged, you must write your answers in your own LJ and replace any questions that you dislike with a new question.


Second, tag eight people. Don't refuse to do this! Do not tag the person who tagged you.


What song are you currently listening to a lot?

Take My Hand by: Heather McCready and the Anne of Green Gables Soundtrack. :)

What books are you currently reading?

The Bible, Kidnapped by R. L. Stevenson, David Copperfield by Charles Dickens, President of the Confederacy: Jefferson Davis by Margaret Green, and The Letters of Richard Henry Lee Vol. 1.

What did you do today that was really fun?

Sewing! I'm working on a 1860s corset, and I made a headband.

Do you sing a lot?

I do sometimes.

Sweet or Salty?

Both!


What is your current obsession/addiction?

Early 60s fashion.

What books have you read at least 3 times?

Mr. Poppers Penguins by: Richard & Florence Atwater, Call of Duty: The Sterling Nobility of Robert Edward Lee by: J. Steven Wilkins, The Five Little Peppers Series, Anne of Green Gables by: Lucy Maud Montgomery, Just David, Pollyanna, and Pollyanna Grows Up by: Eleanor H. Porter, The Lamplighter by: Maria Susanna Cummins, The House of Love by: Elizabeth Cheney, and many more!

What site do you always visit when you are online?

Blogger, my favorite blogs, email, and my favorite inspirational costume and fashion sites.

What was the last thing you bought?

Earrings. 

List 5 things you love about summer
1. The 4th of July. 2. My birthday. :) 3. Warm weather. 4. Having picnics and tea parties outside. 5. I can run around outside barefoot.

Favorite earliest memory?
Playing dress up with my sisters! We would be clowns, dalmatians, and princesses.

What do you do to change your mood?
Sing happy songs! Play with my little sister. :)

What was the last thing you ate?
Dinner, which was cheeseburgers and corn.

Do you want to learn another language?
Yes! I'm learning Latin right now. I would also like to learn German. 

Five things you can't live without:

1. Jesus Christ
2. My Family
3. Books
4. Music
5. My sewing machine

Find the closest book currently sitting near you, and flip to page 54. What is the 1st sentence of the 2nd paragraph?

"It was a blessed thing indeed to open my eyes again upon the daylight, and to find myself in the society of men."  - Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson

What are you looking forward to?

Serving at Seniors Luncheon and our family vacation!

I tag:
1. -Bess- at Bess' Bag
2. Whitney at Words by Whit
3. Rebecca at Singing in His Name
4. The Dashwood Ladies
5. Hanne-col
6. Gabrielle at Bramblewood Fashion ;)
7. Atlanta at The Story of a Seamstress
8. Grace at Grace's Garden Walk

~Ashley

Friday, April 16, 2010

What I Wore | Washed Color

Today I wore a more causal outfit. Boy is it hard for me to dress causal. You see, I'm more a dressy type of girl. I love having occasions to dress up, or just to dress nicely during the week for no reason at all. =)


-What I'm Wearing-
Polo - St. John's Bay J.C.Penny
Jean Skirt - Made by Me
Shoes - Target
Scarf - Made by Me
Celtic Knot earrings - Sterling Silver Kohl's

~Ashley

Midwest Cowgirl


Hello everyone, Gabrielle here! I hope everyone has been having as wonderful, enjoyable, and busy spring as I! ;) I have not been posting very much have I... I hope to began to do become more regular over the summer. So, here is my outfit!

~What I am Wearing~
White Polo Shirt ... J. C. Pennys 
Brown Skirt with small white dasies ... Made by me 
Cowgirl Boots ... The Children's Place 
Scarve ... Made by Ashley

Love in Christ,
Gabrielle

What I'm Wearing - Audrey & Grace Style

Yesterdays outfit was very 1950s. The dress and jacket were both made from a vintage pattern from the 50s. And my heels are vintage, from the 50s I think. I wore this dress to my graduation and people commented that I reminded them of Audrey Hepburn. Now Gabrielle says, "With the jacket on it looks like what Grace Kelly would wear. But when you take the jacket off, then it looks more like Audrey Hepburn." What do you think?  

-What I'm Wearing-

Dress and Jacket - Made by me using a vintage pattern
Heels - by valentine - Vintage 


~Ashley

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

What I'm Wearing | Color My World


Ah! Spring is here and my allergies know it. :) I don't know about you, but I have been having just awful allergies this year. Which explains the lack of "What I'm Wearing" post, as I was looking just awful last week. :)


-What I'm Wearing-

Jean Jacket - Christopher & Banks
Orange T-shirt - Old Navy
Tie-dye Skirt - American Girl
Brown Wedges - Target
Music Clef Earrings - Kohl's
Necklace - Made by Gabrielle

I don't know if any of you can tell, but........I got new glasses! And I love them!!! :D

~Ashley

Monday, April 12, 2010

Wellies....a new found love

I have come to love the look wellies. In fact, I found a pair I would love to buy at Target. They are a part of the Liberty of London collection.

Liberty of London at Target  (the pair I love)

Dots Spots - Target

Allison Floral - Target

Zaney Polka Dot - Target

Mod Dot - Target


 Not sure how to wear wellies? Look at these two pictures I found.



Looks like you just wear them with your normal clothes. :) 

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Do you like wellies? Do you wear them out and about? Or only on rainy days, or in the garden working? 

~Ashley

Thursday, April 8, 2010

What's Inspiring Me | Mary Tyler Moore (1960s)

For the past two months I have been wanting Mary Tyler Moore's wardrobe in the Dick Van Dyke Show.




Look I even made my Valentines dress out of a 1964 pattern. :)


I also love her hair in the flip hairstyle. I want to do it to my hair. But, I think my hair is too long. :) Anyone have tips on how to do the flip?


I think I need to pull out my 1960s patterns and sew me some Laura Petrie inspired clothing. What do you think? ;) 

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Do any of you have a favorite TV show or movie character who's wardrobe you love? And would love to own, or make for yourself? Do tell me for I love to hear what inspires you.

~Ashley

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Vogue Patterns | New Darling Vintage Patterns

Vogue patterns has come out with two new darling dress patterns. Both are perfect for a summer afternoon out on the lawn, reading a book with a glass of lemonade or ice-tea. Or for a spring/summer wedding.  

V1172 (Pattern Cover)

V1172 (Dress on model)

V1171 (Pattern cover)

V1171 (Dress on model)

I really like V1171 as it has a sailor collar. I tend to have a weakness for things that have a sailor influence. Don't know why. :)

Which one do you like? 

~Ashley

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 7: Easter is Here!

Happy Easter everyone! Today is the last day of AmandaBeth's Secondhand Fashion Week. How sad. I made my Easter dress last week - which is rare for me. You see, usually I'm sewing at the last minute to finish my outfit for any occasion. :P  It was nice to have it done early for a change.



-What I'm Wearing-

Floral Dress - Simplicity Project Runway 2588 - Made by me with Secondhand Fabric(Free)
Cardigan - Gap Outlet ($15)
Belt - Came with a blouse from Kohl's ($5)
Layer Necklace - Candies  Kohl's ($3)
Pearl Earrings - Gift
White Sandals Heels - Naturalizer ($10)
Polk-dot ribbon for a headband - Secondhand (Free)
~Ashley

Saturday, April 3, 2010

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 6: Spring is Music to My Ears

Today just smelled like Spring! It rained off and on all day, and I saw my first rainbow of the year. I'm so happy that warmer weather is on its way! Another reason I'm so happy today is that I was able to change my earrings for the first time day! Hurray! :)



-What I'm Wearing-

Floral semi-sheer button down - Liz Claiborne - Secondhand - Free
Faded Blue Jeans - St. John's Bay JCPenny - $17
Lilac Tank Top w/ small flowers around the neckline - Christopher & Banks - 98 cents
Black Flats - American Eagle Payless - $10 
Music Clef Earrings - Sterling Silver Kohl's - Free (See how I bought them for free here.)

~Ashley

Friday, April 2, 2010

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 5: "The Cowpoke Polka"

When I woke up today I was in a western mood. So I donned on my western jumper and cowgirl boots. And I'm now played some songs of Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers on my computer. :-)  Good times.



-What I'm Wearing-
Western Print Jumper - OFP Butterick 4513 - Made by me using hand-me-down fabric.
White T-shirt - So Kohl's
Cowgirl Boots - Children's Place
Brown Belt - Maurices

 Here is one of my Senior Pictures, taken by Beth, as it shows the color much better then the above pictures. :^)

I have for y'all a short clip to get you in the western mood. Enjoy!


~Ashley

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