I have an apple patch on my jeans. It’s in memory of the little girl I once was. The girl who believed new sneakers made her run faster and apple patches were the coolest ever.
Upcycled from Napkins to Polkadot Top
Over the last few months, Mel from Bag and a Beret loaned me her farking hat to upcycle old linens into fun things I can wear. First, there were the paper-bag waist pants made from old sheets. Then, there were the Pottery Barn napkin shorts. Now I present the cousin to those shorts–a top upcycled …
Closet Wrangling in a Backless Dress
With the closet thoroughly wrangled, I turn my attention to making new favorites, like the backless dress I made using Sew House 7’s Bridgetown dress pattern.
Summer Sunset in a Silk Dress
They say the sun is setting on Seattle’s summer. And here I’ve just discovered my favorite summer dress—the Montavilla by Sew House Seven. I made it using vintage silk fabric from CircaFabrics. And now I’m looking out the window hoping for a few more summery days.
Paper Bag Waist Breaks the Rules with a Zen-like Glee
There is something about a paper bag waist that intrigues me. Maybe it’s because it’s a rule-breaker. To create a paper bag waist, I scrunch a bunch of fabric around the smallest part of my waist and cinch it there with a belt. It creates bulk in a place I usually try to make look smaller. And yet, here I am, wearing pants with a paper bag waist.
David Bowie Hippie Chic Art
What do you get when you mix David Bowie with a hippie chic? Bold patterns, shiny fabrics, and star-dotted cheeks. ️ Now if only I could come up with some genius music….
Dressed for Avengers!
Breaking outta my flight suit to reveal my inner superhero as I run to join Captain Marvel, et al. for Avengers: Endgame at Seattle Cinerama.
Fresh Hair from Spring to Summer
Sending up praises to Sharell Katelynn for giving my hair a summer shine with a whisper of spring pink. I love it! 🥰🤗 I also love the newest Belltown addition to the BANG salon family! Three cheers for great success! 🥂🥂🥂 Posted by Intagrate Lite
Never Taunt Mother Nature
It was rainy and windy earlier today and I had a fitness class to walk to at the Downtown Seattle YMCA across town. So, I strapped on my trusty rain boots, threw on a sweatshirt and jacket, and said to Mother Nature, “Bring it.” 💪💪 Mother Nature just scoffed, blew harder on the wind, and …
Gucci Inspired Work in Progress
WORK IN PROGRESS! Never mind the mess around me or the look of my unwashed hair. I’m trying on outfit ideas for an upcoming Gucci-inspired photo shoot.