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Happy Birthday, Bloggy Blog Giveaway!

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It’s been one year since I started doing Fashion Friday.

It’s crazy to me that a year has gone by already. That it’s been a year since I decided to actually use my photography blog (which has now been co-opted by some Polish hackers…grrrr) since it was being paid for and not used. I was already taking pictures of my outfits, so I figured I would share it with the little corner of the internet that cared to stop by.

Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I would be posting at least three times a week and that I would have as many followers as I do.

My beautiful friend Myste has an magical way with a crochet hook and yarn and makes the cutest/coolest little items. Both of my boys are lucky enough to have a blanket from her.

She sent me this headband and I am in love. It’s crazy how just covering your ears can keep you so warm.

To help me celebrate, Myste has generously agreed to a giveaway. One lucky winner will win a $10 credit to her etsy shop, French Fabrications.

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To enter leave a comment telling meΒ what your most proud of accomplishing in the past year.

Contest ends this Monday, March 18th, 2013 at midnight PST and one winner will be chosen at random.

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Thanks for your love and support over here at my blog. Can you guess what my greatest accomplishment has been over the past year? πŸ˜‰

Myste has two other etsy shops and is offering a 15% off credit to any of the three shops. If you’d like to get shopping and receive your discount, just enter “SMILE” into the coupon code section.

Here is a link to all three shops:

French Fabrications-crotched accessories and stuffed animals

Everything Lovely And Wonderful-vintage housewares and accessories

Fruits Of The Forest-wedding accessories and fantastic hair pieces

Happy Friday!

Garage Sale Blazin’

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Last Friday, I was on my way home from work when I saw a random garage sale. Not being one to drive past a driveway full of treasures, I stopped to take a look around.

There were a lot of clothes, so my interest was immediately peaked.

Among them I found a couple cute jackets, a sweater and this beautiful white blazer.

It is super well made with a soft material and lining.

And I bought it for only $3!

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I am so stoked with this purchase and the amount of possibilities this gorgeous article of clothing has. Stay tuned for a lot of outfits coming your way in the near future featuring this beauty.

Garage Sale-ing Tips

-First peruse from your car, if you don’t see a lot of clothes, don’t waste your time.

-Look at everything! You might not know when a sweet gem will be hiding under a mass of other clothes.

-Try it on, if possible. This most likely only works for tops, since it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to try pants on. But if you come across a pair of designer jeans in your usual size and they’re only $6, go for it! You could always pass them on to someone else if they don’t fit and that would make an awesome present for only $6!

-Look for stains or wear/tear. Because they’re second-hand, there is a strong possibility that there could be signs of previous use. Look in the armpits, check the hems for rips and make sure all the buttons are there.

-Haggle. Always. Unless you ask how much and they say only $.25 cents. In that case, just pay the quarter and walk away happy.

And remember, that you’re not always going to find stuff. It’s a process and an adventure and half the fun is looking.

But careful, you could turn into a “garage sale junkie”. πŸ˜‰

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Happy Friday!

Sexy Or Safe?

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You can easily make any “sexy” outfit safer (or in my case more comfortable) just by adding some leggings, boots and a soft sweater.

I easily transitioned this outfit from work to dinner out with our family in less than five minutes.

Plus, I felt so much cozier since the fog was rolling in and the temperature was dropping.

And it doesn’t even look like the same dress!

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