What are y’all up to tonight? The VIP is sitting at the hotel in Johnson City, Tennessee watching the new episode of Psych!
Tonight on the blog, I would like to reveal the last outfit of the 3 Ways to Wear: Cynthia Rowley Owl Sweater. Outfit #3 is also this week’s Weekly Whistle! Yay!
To change up Outfit #2, I traded the patterned cords for a vintage skirt, tossed off the yellow scarf, and hopped into a pair of darling socks and Cynthia Rowley sneakers. Tah dah! A totally hipster look that is perfect for chilling at the coffee house or shopping at the mall with the besties!
Today, I would like to introduce my new styling challenge: 3 Ways to Wear a Cynthia Rowley Owl Sweater. Yay! I was given this sweater for Christmas, and what I love about it is the fabulous cobalt blue color–oh, and the owl is too adorable *wink*
Now, how many different ways can you wear a statement sweater like this? Well, over the next few days, I am going to show y’all three of the many looks I was able to create with this magnificent Cynthia Rowley Owl Sweater!
Hello, fabulouses, and welcome to this week’s Weekly Whistle which is all about the fabulous outfit I wore to the Fiat of Birmingham VIP Interview. So, let’s stop the chit chat and find out the outfit details! Come on, y’all!
P.S. Be sure to check out the poll after the outfit details to vote for your favorite color Fiat:)
I will let y’all know the results next week on my Facebook page!
Lace Blouse: The Limited
Cords: J.Crew, The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Shoes: Johnston & Murphy, The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Hello, fabulouses, and welcome to 12 Shops of Etsy Christmas! Just like baking homemade gingerbread cookies, shopping for handmade gifts always makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside.
Today on the blog, I am going to take y’all on a tour of my favorite Etsy shops and list a few of my favorite things–Santa Baby, pay attention *wink*
1. Art Made By Tammy:
“At Art Made by Tammy, you’ll find Affordable, Unique and One of a Kind (ooak) pieces, all handmade by me. From Wearable Art Jewelry, Vintage Jewelry, Modern Earrings and Necklaces, Beaded Bookmarks and more.” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Oval Engraved Floral Locket Necklace in Antique Brass, Sale, Victorian Style. Click here to view.
Hand stamped “brave” necklace by Lisa Hamilton of Beadsoul.
2. Beadsoul
“Wanting to make a personal Christmas gift many, many years ago has evolved into my favorite pastime; creating unique, handcrafted, wearable art. I adore crafting jewelry that is fun, unique and that will become a “conversation piece” for the wearer! I believe that everyone can use a little sparkle in their day.” (cited here)
To learn more about Beadsoul, check out the VIP interview with the designer here.
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: ONE Midi Stacking ring handmade from fine silver knuckle ring skinny stacker ring. Click here to view.
Fabulous earrings by BluKat Design!
3. BluKat Design
“Handmade artisan jewelry, vintage inspired, upcycled jewelry, repurposed jewelry, unique earrings, original necklaces. I specialize in original, one-of-kind statement necklaces and unique every day necklaces and earrings that will surely be noticed!” (cited here)
To learn more about BluKat Design, check out the VIP interview with the designer here .
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Mint Green Stud Earrings. Click here to view.
4. Crystal Heart Factory
“All of my items are handmade by me and 100% lifetime guaranteed. I am set up to ship from home. I usually ship out purchases same/next day and all items come in a beautiful mesh bag that can be presented as is if it a gift for somebody.” (cited here)
To learn more about Crystal Heart Factory, check out the VIP Interview with the designer here.
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Turquoise and Gold bracelet. Click here to view.
Beautiful necklace by Ethereal Energy!
5. Ethereal Energy
“Inspirational Handcrafted Energy Jewelry, made just for You. Every piece of jewelry is designed and personally made by yours truly from my small home studio in the Nation’s Capital.” (cited here)
To learn more about Ethereal Energy, check out the VIP Interview with the designer here.
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Tiger Skin Jasper Turquoise Howlite Energy Bracelet. Click here to view.
6. Everybody’s Buying Vintage (EBV)
“Exceptional vintage clothing from the 1960s-90s for the ladies, guys, and the kiddos too! We carry ALL SIZES from XXS to PLUS. We love fashion and we strive to provide our customers with high quality vintage clothing that is in keeping with current styles & trends.” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Vintage 70s Metallic Gold Halter Maxi Dress. Click here to view.
7. Go Hey Judy
“Hey, Judy!® “Little Charmers” along with an ever expanding line of handmade dolls because I simply can’t stop at one. You may read more about the Hey, Judy! story and how she came to be on my “About Page” which you may find here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/GoHeyJudy/about” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Fabric Wrist Wrap Beaded Ocean Blue. Click here to view.
Beautiful handmade earrings from Hearts of Stone Jewelry!
8. Hearts of Stone Jewelry
“Stones with souls, maybe; stones with heart, definitely! Hearts of Stone Jewelry pieces are all handmade using agate, jasper, geode and other natural stones, becoming earrings, necklaces, sets and chokers. Each piece showcases the natural beauty of carefully chosen and meaningful stones. How do you wear your heart?” (cited here)
To learn more about Hearts of Stone Jewelry, check out the VIP Interview with the designer here.
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Geode Druzy Gemstone Heart Necklace. Click here to view.
“I love to create things, I have always been busy with something crafty in my hands or ideas in my head. One of my greatest teacher has been my Nonna Isabella, she could make anything and she touched the lives of so many people. Now that I lost her I feel the urge to fill that void and keep creating to make this world a little more beautiful.” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Crochet key-chain/pouch lime green with a ladybug. Click here to view.
10. Lisa Graham Art
“My art is all original and I work in a variety of mediums. I offer paintings and drawings for those on a budget and also some larger works for the serious art collector. I add new work regularly, so if you don’t see a painting you like today, you may find one tomorrow.” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Original Mixed Media Painting – Miss Doo Doo Would Rather Wear Plaid – 11×14 inch on canvas panel. Click here to view.
The VIP loves this matching necklace and earrings set from Sparkle Cat Studio!
11. Sparkle Cat Studio
“Jim and I design and make all the jewelry with natural minerals, Swarovski crystal, Czech glass, and other elements that catch our eye. We both volunteer with several animal rescue groups in our community: The Biscuit Foundation (of which we donate 25% of our proceeds to) and the Humane Society of Alamance County. We are strong advocates for animal rescue.” (cited here)
To learn more about Sparkle Cat Studio, check out the VIP Interview with the designer here.
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Double Strand Red, Gray, Black, Light Pink, Quartz Crystal, Pink Quartz, Obsidian, and Hambabalud Wood Beaded necklace. Click here to view.
Fabulous upcycled earrings from Wearwolf!
12. Wearwolf
“Saving the Earth One Recycled Can At A Time! Short and sweet… I am a rabid recycler/ artist/ hoarder (ha!) that loves making beautiful objects out of other people’s refuse! All items are hand made by myself in my little workshop in my treasured early 1950’s ranch style home.” (cited here)
VIP’s Favorite Item At the Moment: Recycled Jewelry Soda Can Charm Bracelet. Click here to view.
Hey, y’all! It is that time of year again–closet cleaning time! I have been going through and donating my clothes to various charitable organizations since I was a little girl. Every spring and fall, my mom and I took out everything in my closet, and she would ask me if I still wore it…if I still wanted it…or…if I wanted to get rid of it. Staying true to this fabulous tradition, I went through my wardrobe and gathered items to donate–which is always bunches of fun! I really wanted to donate my fashions to a local organization–usually I donate to the Salvation Army–but this time I really wanted it to be more personal.
I had my clothes bagged and ready to take to a drop off box when I found out about Moody High School’s clothes closet on Facebook. BINGO! *LIGHT BULB* It was perfect–I just knew it was fate! I was so excited to give the six black garbage bags full of my fashions to the brand new clothes closet at Moody High School. It was such an amazing and heart-warming experience, and I encourage all of you to closet clean and donate some of YOUR clothes to a local charity!
The VIP with Cheryl Kuyk (Head Principal at Moody High School) after I donated over half of my wardrobe to the school’s Clothes Closet.
Oh, and while I was doing my annual closet clean…I stumbled upon this fabulous gold sweater! I forgot all about it–I bought it about a year ago and the tags were still on it! Fabulous! Anyway, today’s VIP OOTD is all about mixing some Grand Haul items with the snazzy cord sweater I found in the back of my closet! Whoo hoo! Yay for closet cleaning:)
Sweater: JCPenny
Pleather Leggings: Guess, The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Heels: Nine West, The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Necklace: Ethereal Energy by Liz Stechschulte
BEHIND THE SCENES: There is always time for a little Ziva loving when we are on photo shoots! Isn’t the VIP’s Giant Schnauzer an absolute cutie pie?!
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