This past week I took a little break from blogging to catch up on summer activities, catch up with friends and family, and organize all of the inspiration and ideas that jump around in my brain! Here's a little recap of what I did on my blog-cation!
I went to Boston for a couple of days to visit two of my sisters and their families. Here I am on the rooftop pool at The Colonnade with my sister, Suzanne, and my adorable niece, Alanna. I am wearing my 1960's green and white striped bikini under the matching cover up. I wish I had a photo of the bikini for you, but I don't. Once I got in the pool I practically forgot I had a camera. It was a short but sweet visit!
I had lunch with friends. We looked glamorous, but we didn't smoke!
I went to the beach! But with a friend, not a monkey doll! And I shopped, which I don't need a blog-cation to do but I just had more time to peruse, focus, and pounce! Here's what I bought:
A vintage lingerie pattern! I've got some wonderful lingerie project ideas in my head! Coming soon!From: Blue Cat Vintage
A vintage wrap dress pattern! Much like the popular Swirl dresses! I can't wait to try this one!
A vintage wrap dress pattern! Much like the popular Swirl dresses! I can't wait to try this one! From: Patterns From Grandma
Vintage Ruched Pillow Pattern. All of a sudden I am obsessed with these pillows. Think how pretty will they be in satin or taffeta!
Vintage Ruched Pillow Pattern. All of a sudden I am obsessed with these pillows. Think how pretty will they be in satin or taffeta! From: Patterns From Grandma
I am re-doing my throw pillows. I am in the process of sewing up new covers for them, but this one I couldn't resist buying. That velvet and silk fabric is stunning!
I am re-doing my throw pillows. I am in the process of sewing up new covers for them, but this one I couldn't resist buying. That velvet and silk fabric is stunning! From: The Home Centric
Did I mention I am obsessed with these ruched pillows? I bought a vintage white velvet one!
Did I mention I am obsessed with these ruched pillows? I bought a vintage white velvet one! From: Bliss Vintage
I bought this beautiful 1950's taffeta at the flea and turned it into two new throw pillows! I love this fabric! I have 3 more pillows to sew up in different fabrics, will post pics when all is finished.
And on a silly note I finally got a hold of some Bumpits! I need to practice a bit more but they actually work really well with my thick and very straight hair! I've been waiting and waiting for them to be available in the drug stores here and I finally found them!
I bought this beautiful 1950's taffeta at the flea and turned it into two new throw pillows! I love this fabric! I have 3 more pillows to sew up in different fabrics, will post pics when all is finished.
And on a silly note I finally got a hold of some Bumpits! I need to practice a bit more but they actually work really well with my thick and very straight hair! I've been waiting and waiting for them to be available in the drug stores here and I finally found them!
Vintage 1970's Simplicity Pattern 9672- Femme Fatale Vintage
Retro Cotton Pique Swimsuit Cover Up with Bows- The Sparkling Cocktail