Nickle and Dime

2011-01-30T22:23:00.000-08:00

I can't describe how much I love my new buttons. Retro Roxy's Buttons and Things is the perfect place to fill up your button collection. There's something sweet wondering if each button has a special story behind it. I'll never know, but I can't wait to start making stories of my own. If you need a good variety of jars, The Container Store is one of my favorite places to look!

My sweet Mema would be so proud.

2011-01-21T18:29:00.000-08:00

If running shoes could be hot, these are it! I absolutely love and need these. I am constantly going back and forth between New Balances and Asics. I love them both, but I think this time around I'm gonna have to go with these. I know this sounds ridiculous, but these go with everything! Plus! These sucker's are on sale at GNC! One thing's for sure, my feet sure will be happy.

2011-01-21T17:45:00.000-08:00

I have to admit, I was not blessed in the "do your hair department". It's quite sad, actually. I keep telling myself that I need to be more girly by doing my hair... but I can't. My hands will not allow it. It's as if the instant they go behind my head they turn off. I should look it up to see if this is a common condition. Luckily, I was introduced to this flat iron. I'm not one to stop at those mall kiosks, but my mom had to activate her credit card, and we just so happened to be sitting right next to this one. I can't explain how awkward/guilty I feel when I say no to those salesmen. Since I never do my hair, I was like why not? Who doesn't want a free hair-do? This thing is amazing. It's almost embarrassing to admit, but I wanted it so bad. It curls and straightens your hair. Doesn't even burn a cotton pad at it's highest temperature so clearly it won't burn your hair! I wish I could drop $200 on a fancy straightener like this, but I have bills to pay, you know what I mean? Good thing Amazon is selling them for $50... but being a girl like me, I'll keep dreamin'. Sometimes I wish I wasn't such a penny pincher...

2010-12-12T22:01:00.000-08:00

I did it! I bought the jacket! I couldn't stop myself from looking at it every time I went into J.Crew. It was like it had a spell on me or something. I must admit, it was worth every penny! *Sigh*, until next time...

2010-11-28T15:57:00.000-08:00

Button, Button, Who's Got the Button?

This was one of my favorite games to play with my Mema when I was younger. Anytime I see a button jar I think of her. I've always wanted to have jars filled with certain colors. Thanks to Etsy, I can. It makes me get all warm inside, and it truly makes me happy. It's the little things.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/roxy724?ref=pr_profile

2010-11-28T15:12:00.000-08:00

December is nearing and I'm in desperate need of a new winter jacket. This one will do just fine. I've never been one to really like the longer length jackets, but as I get older I'm starting to realize these look much better with dresses and skirts. Los Angeles has thinned out my Ohio blood and anything under 6o degrees will make my bones ache. Time to start counting my pennies if I want this little beaut.

http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/wool/PRDOVR~29578/29578.jsp

2010-11-15T18:37:00.000-08:00

I have a confession to make. I have a shoe addiction. Anytime I go into a store I find myself instantly going to the shoe selection. The thing is, if I had all the right outfits to go with these shoes it would be no problem. I can absolutely blame my mother for this one. You should see her closet. Filled. FILLED. It's also funny that I am in constant want of what she wore 20 years ago. I'm pretty sure she owned these. For all I know, they still might be in her closet. Fingers crossed.

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=18480467&itemdescription=true&navAction=jump

2010-11-11T17:06:00.000-08:00

Isn't this fabric wonderful? I love it. Yellow is one of my favorite colors, and my eyes are instantly drawn to it. There's something about it. Maybe its vibrance.. or maybe it just makes me feel alive. Whatever the reason, I could wear it everyday. I am constantly searching for vintage fabrics. I think its quality is so much better than what we have today. It's hard to explain why, but it's true, don't you think? Although I sew a lot, I am constantly debating if spending over $10 a yard is "worth it". Ugh. Why do I do this? After all, most things take less than 2 yards, and in the end is cheaper than the average clothing buy. Oh the life of a penny pincher...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1-Yd-Upholstery-Yellow-Flower-Pattern-Fabric-/220420160438?

pt=US_Fabric&hash=item335210bbb6#ht_1880wt_936

2010-11-09T17:39:00.000-08:00

I'm not one to spend $25 on eyeliner, but this is one I dream about putting on my eyelids. My mother is a faithful Lancome user, and I'm tempted to steal all her makeup whenever I visit home. There's something about using a good liner and mascara. It truly makes your lids feel beautiful.

http://www.lancome-usa.com/Le-Crayon-Khôl/138847,default,pd.html?dwvar_138847_color=Black%20Coffee&start=2&cgid=makeup-liners-pencils

2010-11-09T17:16:00.000-08:00

I've never been that big of a fan of the puffy vest, but my boyfriend has changed my mind. I want to wear this camping... or with those boots below. The whole "I look like I'm wearing my boyfriend's clothes" is a cute look every now and then, and I think this is a must have in that clothing collection. Hello Fall. So glad to see you.

http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/puffer/PRDOVR~29525/29525.jsp

2010-11-03T20:39:00.000-07:00

Most people don't know this about me, but I love Lands' End. It's true. I just recently have fallen in love with these. My dad would be proud. I grew up hating them. HATING. He would show up at my sporting events with these boots while wearing shorts. Yes, shorts. I've gotten over that embarrassment, and admit these are smokin'. I wanna wear these with wool socks, opaque tights, and a cute little dress. Following my father's footsteps I guess. Who would have thought?

http://www.landsend.com/pp/DuckBoots~212829_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::PVY&CM_MERCH=IDX_00009__0000000929&origin=index

2010-11-02T23:50:00.000-07:00

One thing I absolutely adore are vintage patterns. I could buy them all day. In bulk. How great would this skirt look with a little blouse? If I had a choice, I'd wear this everyday. There's something I adore about the late 50's/early 60's. I feel like everyone looked so classy, and with this pattern, I'm one step closer.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/58924627/vintage-1960s-flare-skirt-pattern