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On Trend Tuesday : Embellished Flats

Embellished flats are an excellent way to add a pop of colour or a little texture, and are a perfect 'something extra' that doesn't demand the spotlight.  (Unless you want them to, of course.)  Fabulous when one desires to dress up slacks, embellished flats are an excellent alternative to strutting around in three inch heels all day.  They can dress down a dress or skirt and likewise dress up jeans!  Furthermore, the brightly-colored handbag you covet in this season's most 'now' color?  Forget it. Not in this economy, honey.  Buy a pair of colorful embellished flats instead...without breaking the bank.  A sensible way to incorporate this season's colors into your wardrobe and bring any ensemble up to date, without throwing away too much green.

 

Apepazza 'Milva' Skimmer, Sale $99

 

Indigo by Clarks 'Pallino' Flat, $80

 

Old Navy Suede Moccasins, Sale $9.99

  

Kate Spade 'Nikki' Flat, $285

 

Stuart Weitzman 'Dancercize' Flat, Sale $134

 

Report 'Ilana' Skimmer, $60

Stuart Weitzman 'Bolshoi' Flat, Sale $152 

Are there any others who love shoes as much as I do? Leave a comment and say hi, if you'd like. And if you have a website or a blog, leave a link, too!  I'd love to stop by and say hello! :)

Have a wonderful evening!

~Delaney

Artisan Made Monday: MissMosh

 

For this super-quick Artisan Made Monday post, I chose a shoppe that frankly, just makes me happy looking at it!  MissMosh features the most cheery pillows I have ever seen. The shoppe has pillows of all textures as well as greeting cards and other fabric goods here and there, too. Miss Mosh herself, is currently obsessed with summer-infused colors, textures, bountiful gardens and sweet nostalgic vintage.  Flowers are, of course, an ever-present influence in her designs as well. 

When she's not making these happy creations, 'Miss Mosh' may be found having tea and scones, indulging in her love of big bags or knee-high boots, or of course, hanging with her 'super cute supportive hub'.  How sweet is that?

Visit her shoppe here: MissMosh

 

 

 

 

Colour and texture draw me in, so of course I enjoyed perusing every inch of MissMosh.  I hope you did too! 

In a little over three hours, I have a playdate at the park.  We're meeting early so hopefully we can beat the heat! Are you staying cool this summer?  I hope so!

Have a wonderfully creative day!

~Delaney

Oh, to be a child again...

 

Some of you who know me in real life know that I've been going through a rough time lately. Like, the most difficult thing I've yet faced in my almost 26 years on this earth... Wouldn't it be amazing to be able to travel back in time and be a child again? To be able to indulge in the innocence of our youth just once more? God, some days I long for that...  The days of playing 'school' or building forts in the Michigan snow at recess or pretending that the gigantic snowball bush in my yard was my 'house' and that each branch I'd climb on was a different 'room'... 

If only, right?

In the spirit of those feelings, I'm sharing a selection of my faves from the gorgeous new arrivals area in the girls section of Crewcuts.  Now, I don't have a little girl, but I know many of my blogosphere friends do. Oh, don't you wish J.Crew made some of these things in our size, girls? Sigh.

 

 

 

 

Don't they just make you feel happy? All items are linked to the pages which they may be purchased.

That's all for today.  Now, I'm a pretty private person, but honestly, if you say prayers or send positive thoughts...whatever it is that you do...I can use 'em.  :)

Have a happy rest of the weekend.

~Delaney  

 

On Trend Tuesday : Bangles

 

Hotter than they have ever been, bangles of all styles and colors are adorning the wrists of everyone from the Heidi we love to hate to even our nation's First Lady herself.  Mix it up with different colors, widths, and textures!  Though it should go without saying, please go easy on your other adornment ladies, because when you wear too much, it clearly screams 'trying to hard' rather than 'trendy'.

(All photos are linked to their respective information and the location where they may be purchased.)

 

 

 

 

 

 Later today, I'll be busy running errands for my son's upcoming 'Lego' themed birthday party...  Can we say creative challenge?  I'm very much looking forward to it, although it always astounds me how the years fly by!

Have a wonderfully creative day and check back tomorrow for Wish List Wednesday, where I'll share my top five chic finds from througout the week!

XO,

Delaney

Artisan Made Monday : Fairy Davis

  

I am so very pleased to announce that the first ever Artisan Made Monday is spotlighting a woman with not only a heart of gold, but also one whose talent flows with seemingly effortless grace from her fingertips. I adore her and have always admired her work, the one and only Tammy Tutterow of Fairy Davis Fancy Goods.

 Just where does the Fairy Davis name come from, you ask? Tammy was perusing aisles of vintage goodness at a flea market in her hometown of Springfield, Missouri in the late nineties and happened upon two vintage photo albums filled with photos of a young girl named 'Fairy'...  Instant. Enchantment.  Click here to learn more details about this wonderful story!

As the daughter of a professional artist, Tammy's art and hobby supply-infused life led her to her love of ribbon.  Even as a child, she recalls gazing at the rows of ribbon at Walmart, and though she has dabbled in everything from scrapbooking to creating home decor items, Tammy has always found a way to incorporate ribbon into everything she has created.  When she is not surrounded by bits of vintage trims and opulent silk ribbon, you might just find her playing in the dirt in her flower garden or scouring flea markets for old treasures.

At Fairy Davis Fancy Goods, one will find a stunning assortment of heirloom-quality baby bonnets, brooches, pillows, bridal bags, embellished photo frames, and much more.  Fancy, indeed.

Fairy Davis Fancy Goods Boutique

Fairy Davis Blog

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Isn't each delicate detail incredible?!  Absolutely stunning work, Tammy. 

If you or someone you know would like to be featured on Artisan Made Monday, you are most welcome to contact me via the 'Email Me' button at the top left of the page.  Please include "Artisan Made Monday" in the subject line.  (Preference is given to those with quality photography.)  I look forward to your submissions!

Have a wonderfully creative day!

XO, Delaney