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Extra SIA Outfit: “Suntan” by Françoise Gilot & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #715
Sometimes when I am presented with a Style Imitating Art challenge, I end up creating more than one outfit. Then I choose the best one to share while the other ones end up getting lost in my photo archives. As I was brainstorming topic ideas for today’s post, I kept coming up blank so I started scrolling through my old photo archives from last summer to see which outfits have been abandoned. I found these photos that I had taken for an SIA challenge from last June featuring “Suntan” by Françoise Gilot. This yellow tie dye shirtdress was actually the original outfit I had styled for that challenge, but ultimately…
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“On the Way” by Hao Ping | Style Imitating Art
Another week, another round of artwork to inspire your style. 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,…
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Monochromatic in Maize & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #714
As my pantry/mudroom remodel continues, I spent most of the last week in my scruffy paint-splattered remodeling clothes sanding the stinky old wood floor and stairs. So I am sharing another outfit that I wore and photographed. When the weather gets hot and sticky, my favorite combination of clothing is a long sundress and a lightweight topper. I picked up this maize colored dress for under $10 last year and I liked it so much that I also bought it in lavender. I have a variety of different kimonos, robes, and other toppers that would coordinate well with the pattern and color of this dress. I must have been feeling kind of…
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The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book: Shorts
Welcome to The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book! Thank you to all the wonderful folks who join us each month! We appreciate you! The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book is a monthly series hosted by Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style and myself. Every month, we invite you to share a photo or two of your Good (or Bad) Buy items that fit the stated theme. We ask that you also provide a short description explaining if the item you are sharing was a Good Buy or one that you will be saying Good-Bye to (formerly known as Bad Buys). Nancy and I will both publish a round up post featuring all of the submissions on the 15th of each…
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Style Imitating Art | “Going to Market” by Constant Troyon
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 presenter will share all of the submissions on her…
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The Thrifty Six in Dark Colors
Welcome to The Thrifty Six. We are a group of international fashion influencers who meet once a month in our little space on the internet to share our thrifty outfits. On the third Monday of every month, we will all share an outfit based on a theme that features preloved wardrobe pieces. Shopping and reselling preloved clothing is so much better for the environment and you can find some of the best fashions in thrift or charity shops. The Thrifty Six are here to inspire you to shop second hand! This month was Jodie’s turn to choose our style theme and she presented us with the challenge of creating a preloved outfit in…
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Leopard Print and Floral & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #713
I am sharing a simple outfit post today because I have been so stinking busy these past few weeks. I started a makeover on our mudroom/pantry as my summer project and it has been one heck of an undertaking. Once I had painted everything including the ceiling, I realized how terrible the carpet was and decided I wanted to paint the floor as well. So we tore out the disgusting old carpeting last weekend. What we discovered beneath was less than ideal but not unworkable with some patience, grit, prayer, and a vision. So I have spent the last few weeks testing my patience, grit, prayer, and vision as well…
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10 on the 10th: July 2024-Special Summer Memories
Another month has passed us by and here we are again 10 days into the new month, making it a not-so-new month at all! 10 on the 10th is a monthly series hosted by Marsha in the Middle and is open to anyone who wants to join. You can share your answers in Marsha’s link party if you have a blog or you can share your answers in the comment section. It is such a fun way to offer more information about ourselves and to learn interesting new things about others. The questions posed provide a great avenue for starting new conversations, making meaningful connections with new people, and having a good hearty…
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“Going to Market” by Constant Troyon | Style Imitating Art
And here we go again with another style challenge inspired by the art… 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…
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The Great Ant War of ’24 & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #712
On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, I declared war. By Wednesday, July 3, 2024, I had annihilated my Lilliputian foes. Because my final war tactic was so successful, I feel somewhat of an obligation to share it with you. You might also be in the midst of a vicious battle with tiny black ants. If you are, I know how to win! The initial and unprovoked attack on my home began on the first hot and humid day of late spring. They come every year but generally the troops are small and remain contained around the perimeter of my pantry with a few stragglers making their way into the kitchen. Some…
