The Winner....

The winner of this scarf is.............Kristin!!! Congratulations! I'll be sending you an email right away. :)

If you didn't win this giveaway, there is still time to enter the necklace giveaway that is going on right now.


~Ashley

What to Wear | Christmas Parties

Earlier this week we were asked by one of our readers to do post on what to wear to a Christmas parties. Now, we haven't been to a Christmas party in years! So it was fun to do this post. Though if all goes well, I will be attending a Christmas formal put on by our Church for the Collage age young adults. As it is a Black Tie event I will be going all out formal! How exciting! I will be wearing the formal I made for the SAICFF back in October (yes, the event I still haven't post pictures of my outfit yet :) ).

Look One - Fancy Christmas Party. 

This is a fun, modern outfit for a more fancy Christmas party. Featuring lace, ruffles, chiffon, sparkle, and heels. If you didn't want to buy anything new, but wanted to recreate the look. Wear a black or red dress. Add a sweater or jacket with a pop of color (if wearing a black dress). Find jewelry that makes a statement. If you don't own a clutch, use a large wallet instead (I do this all the time).  

Look Two - Edgy Meets Girly

I really like this look. It features a slightly oversized sweater, slimming black skirt, ruffled booties, printed tights, and a ring that makes a statement. This is one of the easiest to recreate without buying anything. As there is a chance you already own most of the items showed here. Just wear neutral colors that look good on you, with some pops of color. My choice is black and grey with a splash of purple. 

   

Christmas Look Three - Girly Christmas 

Instead of wearing the traditional colors red and green - why don't you try purple and brown? I find dark purple to be quite elegant and somewhat Christmas-y. What non-traditional colors do you like to wear for Christmas events?

Christmas Look Four - Classic

This look is the most traditional. Tailored grey dress, oxford heels, splashes of red, plaid, and snowflakes. This is the look that Gabrielle loves! And if you know Gabrielle, you would know that this look is very her. She even owns the oxford heels. :) Wear a classic tailored dress, or a skirt (pencil would be fabulous! Though, a-line would work too.) and blouse. Add some punch of color in the tights and purse. Don't forget some whimsy with some Christmas themed jewelry. 

This is just a start on what you could wear to Christmas parties. I'm planing sometime soon to do a whole photo-shoot, of different Christmas party outfits that are from my closet. Hopefully, I will get it done this weekend. Because next Saturday is Christmas. :) 

~Ashley

Giveaway: Shealynn's Faerie Shoppe - Necklace {CLOSED}

Well, I have another giveaway for all of you! :) This time it is a necklace from Shealynn's Faerie Shoppe. She has some beautiful stuff in her shop! You must check it out! :) These are my favorites. 1. 2. & 3. 

The necklace has a colorful, unique chainmaille pendant designed by Shealynn. It is made out of carefully handwoven enameled copper jump rings. The color will not scratch or fade off, no matter how much you wear it. 

The dangle is 2 1/4 inches long and the chain is 16".

She has many more unique chainmaille jewelries, along with some fantasy-themed jewelry and Christian jewelry such as wirewrapped crosses. And is always pleased to do custom orders. And she is doing multiple sales the week before Christmas (it will change every couple days... free shipping, or 10%, or something). So you might want to keep an eye out on her shop. 


When entering the giveaway, please leave a separate comment for each entry; this will make it so much easier to pick a winner. Thank you! 


To enter:

• Visit Shealynn's Faerie Shoppe and tell me your favorite item from her shop. Also leave some way to contact you. Email is best, if you can't leave your email I understand. {Mandatory to enter}

For extra entries:

• Post about the giveaway on your blog, facebook, tumblr, or twitter.  Leave a link. 3 entries
• Follow Shealynn on her blog. 2 entries
• Become a fan of her shop on Facebook. 1 entry
• Become a follower of Bramblewood Fashion. If you already are, just let us know. 1 entry
• Tell us what's your favorite movie soundtrack. 2 entries

Open to USA only. This giveaway will end in one week, on December 21st at Noon {EST}. The winner will be chosen at random and will be announced either that day, or the 22nd. 


This giveaway is now CLOSED!


~Ashley

Christmas Tag

Vicki tagged me this Christmas tag and it looks like lots of fun. :) Thanks for tagging me, Vicki! 


The Christmas Quiz

1. What is your one favorite dish to see on the table at Christmas dinner? 
Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad. So good.

2. Do you have a Nativity scene or a creche? How many pieces does it have? 
We use to have a Nativity scene. But it broke. How sad. 

3. What is your favorite Christmas movie? 
I have three. It's a Wonderful Life, the Home Alone series, and Charlie Brown Christmas. 

4. If you and your family could spend this Christmas in another country, where would you go?
I would love to visit Bethlehem for Christmas. Though, Germany would be fun too!   

5. Does your grandmother usually knit you something for Christmas, or does she give you something different -- say, a Wii?
I don't have a Grandmother. 

6. Have you ever gone out of the house wearing a reindeer headband? What about a Santa hat?
Not that I can remember. 

7. Do you usually make or buy your Christmas gifts?
Buy. Though sometimes I will do both. :)

8. When do you set up your Christmas decorations? When do you take them down?
We put them up the day after Thanksgiving. Then take them down New Years day. 

9. What kind of activities does your church usually have at Christmas?
We have a Christmas program the weekend, or Sunday evening before Christmas. 

10. Did you ever believe in Santa Claus as a child?
No, not really. 

11. Which of the Gospels gives your favorite account of the Christmas story?
Luke. 

12. Have you ever acted in a Christmas pageant? What part did you play?
Once our family put on a Christmas play. I was Mary. 

13. Do you buy Christmas presents for your pets?
Yes, we did when we had a yellow lab. 

14. What is your favorite Christmas tradition?
The Annual Sibling Christmas Eve Campout.


I tag:


Amanda @ AmandaBeth Online
Natasha @ What I Wear, What I Do And Why I Did It
Polka Dot @ Life is too Short Not to Wear Red Shoes 
Anna @ Ooooh la la! 
Amber @ Mrs. Amber Apple

~Ashley

What I'm Wearing | 1940s Swing Dress

- What I'm Wearing - 

Navy Blue with White Polka-dots Swing Dress - Made by me {I used the Sense & Sensibility pattern}

Pink Cardigan - Old Navy

White Tights - JCPenny

Black Pumps - Famous Footwear

Vintage looking pearl Earrings - Claire's

Flower Hair Clip - My etsy shop (here is one like mine)

Last night on a whim I decided that I would curl my hair in a 40s style. Which is why we have a third "What I'm Wearing" post for this week. When I took my hair out of the curlers (the foam ones) I tried doing a Bettie Page bang, two victory rolls on the side, and my hair rolled up in the back. But that looked very 50s on me and the victory rolls didn't turn out so well. So I just brushed my hair out and clipped a flower on the side. Eventually I want to be able to do the victory rolls. Guess I'll have to keep practicing. :) As you know, practice makes perfect. 

As some of you know, tonight is campout/movie night at my house. This evening my two of my sisters and I are planning on watching some Judy Garland & Mickey Rooney films. Like Girl Crazy, Thoroughbreads Don't Cry, and/or Babes on Broadway. 

If you haven't already, don't forget to enter our current giveaway! 

~Ashley

I ♥ Thursday {no. 3}

I just realized that today was Thursday and not Friday. Silly me. Meaning it's time for I ♥ Thursday! :)

I love this bundle of fabric that I bought last night @ Marie-Madeline Studio! I can't wait for it to come in the mail. :)

I'm excited to receive these five Astaire & Rogers movies in the mail sometime soon from a giveaway I won. These will be the first five Astaire & Rogers films that I have ever watched. But I love dancing, so I should enjoy them!

I LOVE this picture!!! The hair. The DRESS! Oh my! It's polka-doted AND has a Peter Pan collar! It's making me want to dress 1940s tomorrow. Umm, maybe I will. First I'll have to go set my hair tonight. :)

This darling little puppy is so cute! :)

Pocket watches. I would love to own one - someday.

Roman Holiday.

Hot Chocolate with Whip Cream. Yum.

This darling hat @ Molly on the Rock's.

And finally, this beautiful necklace from Autumn Art.

So, what are your favorites for this week?

~Ashley