Wellies....a new found love

I have come to love the look wellies. In fact, I found a pair I would love to buy at Target. They are a part of the Liberty of London collection.

Liberty of London at Target  (the pair I love)

Dots Spots - Target

Allison Floral - Target

Zaney Polka Dot - Target

Mod Dot - Target

 Not sure how to wear wellies? Look at these two pictures I found.

Looks like you just wear them with your normal clothes. :) 

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Do you like wellies? Do you wear them out and about? Or only on rainy days, or in the garden working? 

~Ashley

What's Inspiring Me | Mary Tyler Moore (1960s)

For the past two months I have been wanting Mary Tyler Moore's wardrobe in the Dick Van Dyke Show.

Look I even made my Valentines dress out of a 1964 pattern. :)

I also love her hair in the flip hairstyle. I want to do it to my hair. But, I think my hair is too long. :) Anyone have tips on how to do the flip?

I think I need to pull out my 1960s patterns and sew me some Laura Petrie inspired clothing. What do you think? ;) 

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Do any of you have a favorite TV show or movie character who's wardrobe you love? And would love to own, or make for yourself? Do tell me for I love to hear what inspires you.

~Ashley

Vogue Patterns | New Darling Vintage Patterns

Vogue patterns has come out with two new darling dress patterns. Both are perfect for a summer afternoon out on the lawn, reading a book with a glass of lemonade or ice-tea. Or for a spring/summer wedding.  

V1172 (Pattern Cover)

V1172 (Dress on model)

V1171 (Pattern cover)

V1171 (Dress on model)

I really like V1171 as it has a sailor collar. I tend to have a weakness for things that have a sailor influence. Don't know why. :)

Which one do you like? 

~Ashley

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 7: Easter is Here!

Happy Easter everyone! Today is the last day of AmandaBeth's Secondhand Fashion Week. How sad. I made my Easter dress last week - which is rare for me. You see, usually I'm sewing at the last minute to finish my outfit for any occasion. :P  It was nice to have it done early for a change.

-What I'm Wearing-

Floral Dress - Simplicity Project Runway 2588 - Made by me with Secondhand Fabric(Free)

Cardigan - Gap Outlet ($15)

Belt - Came with a blouse from Kohl's ($5)

Layer Necklace - Candies  Kohl's ($3)

Pearl Earrings - Gift

White Sandals Heels - Naturalizer ($10)

Polk-dot ribbon for a headband - Secondhand (Free)

~Ashley

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 6: Spring is Music to My Ears

Today just smelled like Spring! It rained off and on all day, and I saw my first rainbow of the year. I'm so happy that warmer weather is on its way! Another reason I'm so happy today is that I was able to change my earrings for the first time day! Hurray! :)

-What I'm Wearing-

Floral semi-sheer button down - Liz Claiborne - Secondhand - Free

Faded Blue Jeans - St. John's Bay JCPenny - $17

Lilac Tank Top w/ small flowers around the neckline - Christopher & Banks - 98 cents

Black Flats - American Eagle Payless - $10 

Music Clef Earrings - Sterling Silver Kohl's - Free (See how I bought them for free here.)

~Ashley

Secondhand Fashion Week - Day 5: "The Cowpoke Polka"

When I woke up today I was in a western mood. So I donned on my western jumper and cowgirl boots. And I'm now played some songs of Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers on my computer. :-)  Good times.

-What I'm Wearing-

Western Print Jumper - OFP Butterick 4513 - Made by me using hand-me-down fabric.

White T-shirt - So Kohl's

Cowgirl Boots - Children's Place
Brown Belt - Maurices

 Here is one of my Senior Pictures, taken by Beth, as it shows the color much better then the above pictures. :^)

I have for y'all a short clip to get you in the western mood. Enjoy!

~Ashley