Author: Michelle

Joann Fabric is having a sale

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From November 21-25, Joann Fabric and Craft Storc is currently having a sale on just about everything. If at any point in your life you feel like you should take up sewing, crafting, or scrap booking, head on down to Joann’s and enjoy the savings!!

Yesterday my mum and I headed to the store to pick up some knick-knacks and doo-dads and we saw that patterns were on sale. On sale people!!! “Now why is this a big deal?” you ask. Well, if you haven’t bought patterns before, you might not know that those mighty pieces of paper can cost US$30 a pop or more. I was able to snag some great costume patterns for U$1.99-3.99. Needless to say I went hog-wild and bought 10 patterns because someday I might “need” to make a Victorian gown, or gloves, or vintage hats. Super cool bonus fact: there are Vintage Vogue patterns there as well!!

So go, find patterns, beautiful buttons, tremendous trims, and fantastic fabric, and have a wonderful end of November!! Click here to find the closest store near you.

Betsey Johnson Shoes on Overstock

The other day I was looking all over the web for a winter coat (read about it here) and while on Overstock I stumbled upon some gorgeous Betsey Johnson shoes. I’ve been having a secret love affair with Betsey for the past two year and I can’t seem to get her out of my head. Luckily, she’s pricey enough that I can only splurge on some of her goodies every once and a while.

Some shoes that tickle my fancy:

Betsey Johnson Lefty Brown ($116.47)Betsey Johnson Lefty Brown

Betsey Johnson Kipp Black/Fusian Satin ($97.05)Betsey Johnson Kipp Black/Fuchsia Satin
Betsey Johnson Adair Black Snake ($142.45)
Betsey Johnson Adair Black Snake

For some more of my favorites that are a bit more 50s, check out my blog post.

King of Faux: Kenneth Jay Lane

I recently stumbled upon Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry line and was wonderfully surprised to find that some of his pieces are vintage looking. Although his pieces are a bit pricey for costume jewlery, his pieces are beautifully made. Isn’t that feather pin gorgeous?! Click links below to view more and to buy!

Kenneth Jay Lane Large Fancy Bib Necklace here $1040
Kenneth Jay Lane Feather Cuff here $440
Kenneth Jay Lane Feather Earrings here $365
Kenneth Jay Lane Antique Feather Pin here $265