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A Very Raggy Christmas & Spread The Kindness Link Up On the Edge #784
I hope all of my American friends had a lovely Thanksgiving filled with delicious food, wonderful company, and joyful blessings. But now that it is over, we are immediately in the Christmas season. I have been working on my holiday mantle displays for a few weeks with a focus on upcycling, thrifting, and using things I already had on hand. First I replaced the scarf valances with red plaid blanket scarves for a cozy festive feel. I have a tremendous amount of scarves of all sorts, styles, shapes, lengths, and fabrics. There are so many that I can’t possibly wear them all but they are too pretty for me to…
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Songful Style Link Party #44: “Harvest Moon” by Neil Young
Marsha chose this month’s song and it turned out to be a wonderful choice for a Thanksgiving week outfit! About Songful Style Songful Style is a style challenge series hosted by Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge, Marsha of Marsha in the Middle, and Suzy of Suzy Turner, The Grey Brunette. Each month we will share a song with the lyrics and video and we invite you to use whatever aspect of the song that inspires you to create an outfit. It is similar to Style Imitating Art where we use artwork to inspire our outfit creations. Except Songful Style gives you lyrics, music, video, and album artwork to inspire your fashion creativity. You may even…
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Puppeufee (or, The Circus) by Zelda Fitzgerald | Style Imitating Art
It’s time for another round… Style Imitating Art Style Imitating Art is hosted by Salazar of 14 Shades of Grey, Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge, and Marsha of Marsha in the Middle. Style Imitating Art challenges us to draw style inspiration from pieces of art. Every other Monday, one of the hosts, acting as presenter, selects an inspiration image that they will each post on their blogs. The following Monday, each host shares her art inspired outfit. Participants are invited to submit their art inspired outfits to the presenter by 10:00 p.m. EST on the Tuesday following the hosts’ art inspired outfit posts. The following day, Wednesday, the presenter will share all of…
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Bedroom Makeover for a Teen Boy & Spread The Kindness Link Up On the Edge #783
Three years ago, I began some bedroom painting for my children. It started with the blue nebula photowall installed in the “game room”. A few months later, I painted the attached bedroom that my kids shared in bright orange and yellow at their request. It looked like a box of crayons exploded on the walls but it was fun and cheerful and totally appropriate for my 9 and 11 year boys. Last year, my niece came to stay with us for a few months and we converted the game room into her bedroom furnished with bunk beds borrowed from my neighbor and lots of feminine decor. We retained the blue…
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Best Prescription Glasses Online with Fast Shipping: Top 5 Places to Order in 2025
Buying new prescription glasses no longer means waiting weeks for delivery or visiting multiple stores. Today, many online eyewear retailers ship high-quality frames and lenses straight to your door in just a few days. Fast shipping makes it easier than ever to replace broken glasses or upgrade to a new style without delay. This article explores where to find the best prescription glasses online that combine speed, style, and value. It looks at options for overnight service, quick 2-day delivery, and affordable frames that arrive fast. Each section explains how these services work so anyone can see clearly again without a long wait. Overnight Glasses – Get Your Glasses Delivered…
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Style Imitating Art | The Turning Road, L’Estaque by André Derain
“The joy of dressing is an art.” -John Galliano About Style Imitating Art Style Imitating Art is hosted by Salazar of 14 Shades of Grey, Shelbee of Shelbee on the Edge, and Marsha of Marsha in the Middle. Style Imitating Art challenges us to draw style inspiration from pieces of art. Every other Monday, one of the hosts, acting as presenter, selects an inspiration image that they will each post on their blogs. The following Monday, each host shares her art inspired outfit. Participants are invited to submit their art inspired outfits to the presenter by 10:00 p.m. EST on the Tuesday following the hosts’ art inspired outfit posts. The following day, Wednesday, the…
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The Thrifty Six in Chiffon
Another month has passed and another thrifty challenge has been completed. As the holidays approach, Jane chose chiffon, an elegant sheer fabric that is often used for special occasion dresses and other formal wear, as our theme. As a lifelong lover of fashion, I have learned a lot of the lingo in my half century on earth, but distinguishing the difference between chiffon and other sheer fabrics like georgette or voile has absolutely baffled me. In another attempt to educate myself, I asked AI to explain it to me. I definitely know how to accurately identify tulle, gauze, and lace. And I am pretty certain that organza wouldn’t trick me.…
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The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book: Slingback Shoes
November’s theme is Slingback Shoes. It is important to note the specific characteristic that qualifies a shoe as a slingback. Basically, a slingback has an ankle strap that crosses only the back and sides of the ankle and heel instead of the more traditional shoe straps that encircle the ankle all the way around. Slingbacks come in a variety of different shoe styles including a classic heeled shoe with a low vamp as well as sandals. They can be open toed or closed toed and have any variety of heel styles and heights from stiletto to block heels to kitten heels and even flats. Let’s take a look at the slingy…
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Think Pink for Autumn & Spread The Kindness Link Up On the Edge #782
As you may already know from my many adventures in thrifting and my various upcyle projects, I am passionate about secondhand shopping and giving new life to old things. But sometimes I do still love to shop my favorite retail stores and add some brand new pieces to my wardrobe. As we transitioned into the colder months, I finally had to put my summer dresses into hibernation and take inventory of my leggings, tee shirts, and long cardigans as these three items constitute the basic formula for my every day cold weather wear. I was getting a little bored with my leggings and tee shirts and wanted to add a…
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Planning A Romantic Evening in Verona, The City of Love
Verona is a picturesque city nestled in the northeast of Italy, filled with romance and history. For a modern couple planning their dream night in the ancient city of Romeo and Juliet, Verona offers a myriad of romantic escapades that will etch an unforgettable mark in any couple’s romance journey. Historical Sites and Vibrant Venues Immerse yourself in culture and history by visiting the city’s famous landmarks. The Shakespearean trail leading to Juliet’s balcony is a must-see attraction for any lovebirds visiting Verona. After a pledge of vows at Juliet’s balcony, take a short walk to Ponte Pietra, a beautiful Roman arch bridge with a mesmerizing sunset view. Experience the…
