Still Cold

It's still cold outside, girls! The Mitten has actually been quite mild this winter, and you will NEVER hear me complaining about what seemed to be the sunniest January we've had since I've been alive. Guess what though? It's still cold! (Anything under 60 degrees is cold to me) ;)

Here are a few recently listed flannel, wool, angora & knit pretties in the shop that are perfect for keeping warm until spring arrives.


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Emily in Lace - Customer Appreciation Photo!

I'm elated every time I receive a customer appreciation photo along with feedback for an item! Isn't Emily a thing of beauty in this pink lace 1930s dress below? She mentioned that the dress was a big hit when she wore it to a Depression era style wedding recently. YAY!

I adore how she paired it with the lace hat & pearls. Just had to share, and wanted to thank this lovely etsian for allowing me to post her wearing Lola Vintage. This photo made my day! Do you have a photo of yourself wearing an item you've bought from the shop? If so, email it to me, and receive a discount on your next purchase!

Life away from Keyboard, Mouse and Monitor

Hello again blogger friends. I recently took a small much-needed vacation from the internet, do you ever need those? It was mainly to remember what I loved outside of the cyberworld again. I don't like forgetting about those things... and I feel like sometimes it's easy to, especially when so much of my day is spent online. Don't get me wrong, I love my little Etsy business, and I am grateful to be able to have part of my income come from self-employment. However, I noticed I was starting to think of my computer as a TIME SUCKER. Sometimes it feels like there are a zillion sites to "report" to on a weekly basis. Ever feel like you can't keep up? It gets a little overwhelming. I think a WWW vacay is necessary every once in a while, to get back in touch with one's own thoughts and creative pursuits. I feel like I used to be much more creative, and I miss that!

How's your relationship with the internet? Is it hard to be disciplined about your time on it?

I'm hoping that this little break has given me inspiration to start blogging more creatively on a regular basis. Only time will tell. ;)

Here are a couple of photos taken while I was away.

Meeting a new furry friend: I can't wait to have a dog again one day.

Shadow silhouettes with my son: He's growing up so fast, I feel like he's changing over night these days.

These Boots Were Made for Gawking

Last weekend I was doing some fantasy boot shopping on Etsy and these are some that I hearted IMMEDIATELY. Had to share the awesome with you guys! Heavy Boot Lust right here!


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REBOOTVINTAGE

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January's First Batch

Hello, blogger friends, are you there? It's me, Jessica. ;)

It's been a minute, I know. But MY GOODNESS there were holidays. . . and then birthdays near the holidays. . . and then my son was on break from school, and finally my mind was all, "please, please! I just need some quiet time." So that's what I've been giving it.

Time to focus on the shop again, though! And here's the first batch for January. I'm kind of in love with that panda sweater, so someone buy it quick, before I steal it outta my own shop! That red & white striped dress is the first maternity dress I've listed in a while, but after I saw those cute buttons, I couldn't pass it up! Feels good to be back, happy 2012 to all of you!! xo




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25% off HOLIDAY SALE!

Happy Holidays, friends! I can't WAIT to see my family all together in two more days! I hope you all have a wonderful, blessed holiday season, and I will "see" you soon. :)

All items purchased from now until December 26th will be shipped December 27th.
xoxo

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Enjoy my favorite holiday song. Yes, it is from the Home Alone soundtrack...but SO BEAUTIFUL! :)

"Somewhere in My Memory" by John Williams

Leather & Wool

Some recently listed WOOL & LEATHER items added to the shop, along with some oldies but goodies. If that first coat fit me, you can bet I'd be keeping it! Same goes for the bottom zipper leather mini. Arrggh! SO COOl. Calling all 24" waists!

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