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Thrifty: Leather Kicks

July 20th, 2012
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I took the kids to the thrift store yesterday while we were down the mountain. It’s been about 2 months since I stepped into a thrift store, and I’ve missed the thrill of the hunt. I’m feeling a bit rusty, too. How does that work?

I still found some great deals. I bought Penelope some practically never-been-worn soccer cleats and felix some brand, spanking new leather stride rites. These shoes aren’t much to look at design wise, but they’re well made and they provide great support for helping him walk.

This little dude is now 17 months. I can’t believe it. He still seems like a baby to me with his continued love for cuddling and lack of motivation to walk. It’s hard not to get frustrated that he’s not developing as quickly as I would like, but I’ve got to enjoy each phase while it lasts. I know he won’t want to cuddle with me forever.

Similar: vintage blue oxfords • vintage brown Stride Rites • handmade tan loafers

Thrifty: Felix’s Striped Romper

June 5th, 2012
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Here’s another thrift store find I picked up for a couple bucks way back when Felix was a wee one. He still looks like a wee one to me, even though he’s nearing 16 months.

The green stripes just scream summer. I’m really loving this particular shade of green. I’m thinking of incorporating it in my home decor.

Penelope looks so grown up in this picture. Completely annoyed at Felix and his hair-pulling antics. 

She still loves him, though.

Outfit Details:

Felix

  • romper: thrifted

Penelope

Thrifty: Shoes & White Balance

May 25th, 2012
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Yesterday I talked a bit about how I need to go out of my comfort zone a bit more when it comes to clothing. I do have some pretty awesome out-there clothes.

Like these shoes for example. Sarah thrifted them and gave them to me. They’re ridiculous and awesome at the same time. They’re also pretty dang comfortable, yet I’ve only dared to wear them once. I’m definitely going to wear them again and show you. Promise.

Also, have you noticed the all-over-the-place white balance around here? Maybe I’m the only one that’s bothered by it? Well, I lost the white insert to my Balens cap, so I’ve been winging it. Until today, when a nice package arrived on my doorstep. I ordered a really cheap white balance lens cap
from Amazon for $11. I highly recommend it.

The white balance on this sucker is a bit blue. But I think I’m okay with it (this is straight out of the camera). Thoughts?

Have you found any cheap tools that have changed your life? I’d love to hear about them.

Style: It’s Raining Cats & Dogs

May 18th, 2012
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Todays weather has been a bit nuts. It started out  a tad warm, we got a crazy dust/wind storm and then it started raining cats and dogs. I took the kids on some errands, so I got to wear my favorite rain coat.

  • earrings: Brazil
  • necklace: handmade
  • coat: thrifted + refashioned
  • top: thrifted
  • bracelet: c/o Blume
  • jeans: thrifted + refashioned
  • shoes: thrifted


Thrifty: Felix the Train Engineer

May 18th, 2012
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Sadly I didn’t get any photos of Felix wearing this outfit yesterday, but it sure is cute.

I like to call it his train engineer outfit, but I guess it’s more of a race car outfit because of the patch. I scored this lovely denim romper for $2. That’s right. A steal of a deal, in my opinion.

So tell me, have you scored any fun finds? I’d love to hear!

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