Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- July 25th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! It has been so hot here in NC all I want to do is live in the pool! So this week I thought I would share some of my …
Tag: adorable
Easy Revamped Leather Crossbody Bag
Hi guys! I recently picked up a simple brown crossbody bag from Target. As I tend to hoard a little bit of everything in my huge purse, my shoulders needed a rest fromt the weight, so I picked up a …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 16th
Hey everybody! Hope you all have had a wonderful weekend and a lovely Valentine’s Day. We went out for a pizza lunch date and then spent the afternoon playing with legos and making a chocolate cheesecake. It was pretty great! …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 16th Read more »
DIY Vintage Christmas Card Dimensional Holiday Wrapping
Hi guys! I have been a busy little bee wrapping gifts around here. I have tried a few vintage wrapping ideas from my holiday mags and I am super excited to share one of my new favorite ways to add …
DIY Vintage Christmas Card Dimensional Holiday Wrapping Read more »
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 14th
Hi everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! This week I am a busy little wrapper bee, wrap wrap wrapin gifts! So, I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite vintage wrapping items with you …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 14th Read more »
DIY Vintage Paint By Number Bookends
Hi guys! I hope you all had a wonderful week! Christmas is coming very soon! Today I am here to share one last Christmas gift DIY with you all. Today I am going to share how to make these fun …
Holiday Gift Guides 2015- Gifts for Pets and Pet Lovers
Hi Guys! I meant to share this with you all over the weekend, but it just flew by too fast! So today, I am back with another gift guide to share with you. Today’s gift guide is for all my fellow …
Holiday Gift Guides 2015- Gifts for Pets and Pet Lovers Read more »
Kitschmas Gifts- Nail Polish “Ladies”
Hi guys! Today is December 1st, are you excited! I get to start my advent calendar! Today I am going to share a fun craft to do with your gals or to gift to your gals as a little advent …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 30th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a fantastic Can you believe that it’s almost December! This season seems to be going by even faster than ever. Today is my first day of Kitschmas gifts too! Before I start …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 30th Read more »
DIY Vintage Reindeer Toy Plush
Hi guys! Today I am super excited to share one of my new favorite Christmas DIY’s with you, a hand sewn Reindeer toy! I have been wanting to make this reindeer stuffie for a few years now. I snagged a …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 23rd
Happy Monday everyone! Welcome to week four of Kitschmas! We are getting closer to Christmas and I couldn’t be any more excited than I already am! Today I am going to kick of the week with some of my favorite vintage …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 23rd Read more »
DIY Plate Christmas Card Holder
Hi guys! Out of all the things I love about the holidays, giving and receiving Christmas cards is one of my favorite things to do, and of course collecting vintage cards. I needed a cute way to display my Christmas …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 21st
Happy Monday Everyone! I hope you all had a good weekend! We took the pups on a beautiful hike at Umstead park. They had a fantastic time and it was a lovely day! I picked up a new set of …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 21st Read more »
Etsy Favorite Fridays- July 10th
Happy Friday everyone! Got big plans this weekend? I am planning on taking it easy, maybe doing a little sewing and a little reading. Before I sign off for the weekend, I thought I would share some of my favorite …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- June 29th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! We took Beau out on the lake with his new doggie life vest, and went swimming. He swam and swam, it was adorable! I think there will be lots …
Vintage Crafts- Nature Prints
Hi guys! I am here to share another vintage craft project with you all. These nature prints are from a vintage McCall’s Needlework and Crafts Magazine from Spring/Summer of 1958. These vintage McCall’s mags are my favorites to go through …
Etsy Favorite Fridays- May 29th
Happy Friday everyone! Do you all have any big plans for the weekend? I am busy getting a little gift ready for a friend’s baby shower on Sunday. She is having a little girl and I have been busy making …
Five Minute DIY Vintage Hanky Watch
Hey guys! I wanted to pop in and share a super easy DIY watch with you all today! Sometimes I love to wear a watch, but the bands aren’t always breathable and can make my wrists feel sweaty. It’s super …
DIY Egg Cup Vases
A few weeks ago I was at the antique festival in Liberty and snagged the most adorable little egg cups painted like ladies faces. I instantly knew they needed to have flowers for hair! I have seen some really cute …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- May 25th
Happy Monday everyone! And Happy Memorial Day! I hope you are all enjoying the long weekend and spending time relaxing with friends and family. As it is Memorial Day, this weeks finds are inspired by the amazing men and women …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- May 19th
Hey everybody! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I spent most of mine sewing up some projects. I am so excited it is strawberry season here in North Carolina, and all the strawberry farms in the area are …
Vintage Cocktail Napkin Pillow
A little while ago I snagged a couple of vintage cocktail napkins from one of my favorite shops, NeatoKeen, on Etsy. I have kind of a chicken theme in my kitchen and thought the Les Enfants napkins would be perfect …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- April 27th
Happy Monday everybody! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! We had some rainy weather here, but we did get to go to the Liberty Antiques Festival on Friday and it was a beautiful day! We have been on …
Etsy Favorite Fridays- April 17th
Happy Friday everyone! Wow, it’s been a crazy day! I almost thought I was going to have to share this with you all this weekend sometime, but I still have an hour left before the weekend officially starts, so I’m …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- March 2nd
Happy Monday everyone! Can you believe it’s March already? I am so looking forward to spring time, longer days, and warmer weather! It’s time to start seeing some lovely color again. One of my favorite things about spring is that …
Etsy Favorites Fridays- February 27th
Happy Friday everyone! It is the last Friday in February. I swear this month flew by! We have been snowed in a lot over the last couple of weeks with the icy roads, so I have added a lot of …
Love Week- Upcycled Vintage Soft and Cuddly Pillow Case
One of my favorite things in the whole world is vintage linens! I have bunches of sheets and pillowcases. When it’s cold in the winter I like to have something soft and cosy to cuddle up with at night, especially …
Love Week- Upcycled Vintage Soft and Cuddly Pillow Case Read more »
Handmade Gifts 2014- DIY Pet Pillows
I’m sure most of you already know how much of an animal lover I am! My dog Beau goes everywhere with me. So of course I would have to make something pet related in my handmade gifts this year! I …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 8th
Hey everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! It has been one heck of a week here. I have been a little overwhelmed but I did want to pop in and share my vintage finds of the week …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 8th Read more »
Handmade Gifts 2014- Upcycled Fabric Embellished Leather Bag
Of all the things I tend to hoard, bags are probably the most plentiful around my house. I have tons of purses! Some of them I made myself, but a lot of them have been gifts, or thrift store scores. …
Handmade Gifts 2014- Upcycled Fabric Embellished Leather Bag Read more »
Holiday Gift Guides 2014- Gifts for Teens
Hey guys! The past few weeks have been a little of a whirlwind! I can’t belive this year is already almost over, I swear it has gone by so fast! I am knee-deep in making holiday gifts for my own …
Holiday Gift Guides 2014- Gifts for Pets and Pet Lovers
Hey everyone! I’ve gotten a little behind on my gift guides this year with so much going on around here lately. So we will be playing catch up this week. The first guide I am going to share with you …
Holiday Gift Guides 2014- Gifts for Pets and Pet Lovers Read more »
DIY Vintage Inspired Diorama Ornaments
Hi guys! Happy Friday! I know for a lot of people it is sacrilege to decorate for Christmas before it’s even Thanksgiving. However, that is exactly what I am doing this weekend! It makes me happy, don’t judge me 😉 …
DIY Salt Shaker Christmas Photo Holders
Hey everyone! One of my favorite things to craft with during the holidays is Christmas miniatures. I love creating little snow scenes, and I am head over heels for any kind of mini deer! I saw some salt shakers at …
Holiday Gift Guides 2014- Gifts for Kids
Happy Friday everyone! It’s time for another gift guide for the holidays, and this one is all for the kiddos. There are so many fabulous items for children and babies on Etsy! Some of them make me wish I was …
DIY Upcycled Vintage Tea Towel Christmas Curtains
One of my favorite spots in our home is the window at the kitchen sink. I love the view to the screen porch and back yard and it is a cute little size and perfect for cafe curtains. It is …
DIY Upcycled Vintage Tea Towel Christmas Curtains Read more »
12 Fabulous DIY’s of Christmas Round Up
Hey everybody! I know I am not the only one who like to start their holiday crafting early, so I thought I’d share some of the projects on the top of my crafting wish list. There are so many amazing …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 4th
We are starting to see some beautiful fall colors around here lately! One of my favorite things about fall is the changing leaves and the woods. And when I think of the woods, I think of all the cute little …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 4th Read more »
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- October 2014
Hey everybody! Can you believe it’s the end of October already! I know I’ve said it like a million times, but this year feels like it is just flying by! I’ve been really busy finishing up Halloween crafts and planning …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 20th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! The weather here was gorgeous! We had a play date with Beau’s iggy friend Daisy Moon Saturday at the dog park. So he was super happy! I finished up …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 20th Read more »
DIY Vintage Fabric Patchy Personalized Hoop Art
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of shooting a beautiful wedding with my mom. The bride and groom were completely adorable and the wedding was so sweet! I knew the theme of the wedding was designed as a …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- September 2014
I am so happy that we are really getting into some beautiful fall weather around here! The past month has been a little crazy. I’m busy getting ready for Halloween crafting and planning out my holidays lists. It’s going to …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- September 2014 Read more »
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 15th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Daryl and I made tamales and it was so much fun! We also had some nice cool weather yesterday. I think fall is definitely starting to show here in …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- September 15th Read more »
Nail Art DIY Inspired by Modcloth!
Hey guys! Recently I was asked to take part in Modcloth‘s Nail Klub Nail Art Challenge! I was both honored and super excited to give it a try! I have never delved into the fascinating world of nail art and …
Awesome DIY Projects for Fall
Hey everyone! Can you believe it is already September! I swear this whole year is just flying by so fast! Fall is just around the corner.And although I am a little sad to see summer go, I am looking forward …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- August 2014
Hey everyone! It’s that time of the month again where I share my obsession with Pinterest with you all! As far as social media goes, Pinterest is my black hole. I get lost in it all the time! This past …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- August 18th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! We took Beau to the flea market in Raleigh, and had a wonderful time! Even though the weather is still hot here, I am starting to see fall items …
DIY Mason Jar Reclaimed Wood Wall Hanging
Hey guys! I know mason jar crafts have become such a popular craft item these days! I believe there are several pins on my diy pinterest board that are all about decking out those fantastic little jars. …
Summertime Free Printables Round Up
We are in the midst of summer here, and before it flies by I thought I would share some fantastic summer printables with you. There are so many creative and cool printables to be found out there on fabulous blogs, …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- July 28th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! The weather was a little rainy this weekend for us, but for some reason it had me thinking of outdoor fun. When I was little, my cousins and I …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- July 7th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! Summer is now in full swing and it has me thinking about the beach, an incidentally, old beach movies. One of my all time favorite beach movie’s is Gidget …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- June 2014
Over the past few weeks I have added a few new boards to my Pinterest account that I am really happy to share with all you guys! Yes, they are mostly vintage boards, what can I say. I am a …
Easy DIY Vintage Bark Cloth Covered Stool
Vintage bark cloth is one of my favorite types of vintage fabric, and as many of you know, vintage fabric is my favorite thing ever! I was so happy to have found this wonderful curtain piece at the antiques festival …
Shop News- May 2014
Happy Friday everyone! I had wanted to get my new items into my shop before the Memorial Day weekend last week. I was a bit under the weather, so I just didn’t get to it. So I have been …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- May 2014
Just as I was saying “I can’t believe it’s May already,” the month is just about over! This May has just been flying by! Before June creeps up on us, I thought I’d share some of my favorite pins from …
Sweet Vintage Wallpaper Covered DIY Jewelry Box
When it comes to handmade gifts for the ladies in my family, jewelry is usually on the list. This year for Mother’s Day I thought I would mix it up a little and make my mom a jewelry box that …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- April 21st
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Easter weekend! My sister was in town yesterday, and we took the dogs to the dog park. Beau loves to play with his sister Sadie! I have always been a …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- April 2014
As many of you who follow this blog already know, I am head over heels for Pinterest! It is so fantastic having so much inspiration at your fingertips. I have been a little busy the last month but I was …
DIY Easter Egg Vases
Easter is this weekend and I wanted to make a fun centerpiece for the table for our Easter dinner. I have been inspired by the adorable egg vases I have seen floating around on Pinterest like this one, this one, …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- April 7th
Happy Monday everybody! I hope you all had a great weekend! Daryl and I set up shop at the flea market this weekend, and the weather was beautiful! We had a great time! When I think of spring time, I …
Fantastic Spring and Easter DIY Round Up
We had such a beautiful day here in NC today! I am very excited that spring is finally starting to arrive! Since we all need a good dose of spring inspiration, I thought today I would share a collection of …
DIY Vintage Mini Basket Spring Gardens
I am so excited that spring is here and the weather is starting to warm up a bit! My spiraea has started blooming, and it won’t be long before everything else starts to grow. I recently snagged a set of …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- The Vintage Remix
Happy Friday everyone! Well actually, by the time I finish this post it will be saturday for some of us. It has been a really crazy day here. We are going to be setting up a booth at the Raleigh …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- March 2014
This past month has just flown by! I am so looking forward to springtime, and warmer weather. I have not spent a lot of time on Pinterest this month since my sister was in town for spring break and vacation …
Spring is on the Way! March DIY Round-Up!
Although we have had an unusually cold winter, I am growing more and more excite that spring is on the way! I am so looking forward to warmer weather and working in the garden! So, I thought I would share …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- March 3rd
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! My sister’s pup Sadie came over for a sleepover with Beau. They had a great time! We took them to the dog park and the flea market. It was …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 17th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a lovely weekend and a wonderful Valentine’s Day spent with the ones you love most! I wanted to continue the love theme around here even though Valentine’s day has passed. I mean, …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 17th Read more »
DIY Heart in a Jar Valentine Pin
Hi guys! I hope you are all having a fabulous week! We are getting hit pretty hard with a winter storm here. So we are hunkering down and praying the power doesn’t go out. I thought I would share …
DIY Retro Valentine’s Day Teapot
I am an avid tea drinker! Ice tea is my favorite, but on cold days like today I like a strong cup of hot tea! Usually I just pop a cup in the microwave for a couple of minutes, …
Fabulous Printables for Valentine’s Day
Hi guys! I hope everyone is enjoying the weekend! I am getting ready to take Beau out to the flea market. It’s pretty much a weekly ritual in our house. Before I head out, I wanted to share some of …
Valentine’s DIY Round Up
Valentine’s Day is less than ten days away and I am so excited to start my valentine crafting! There are so many amazing valentine and love themed diy projects out there on the web. Pinterest is a never ending source …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 3rd
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! I am very happy that we are now ushering in February! It is one of my favorite months! I love to decorate for Valentine’s Day! One of my absolute …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- February 3rd Read more »
Easy Diy Cardigan Sweater Revamp
Hi guys! As some of you already know, this month is sweater month here on the blog. Over the last couple of weeks, I have shared some fun ways to repurpose your old sweaters. Today is the last of …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- January 27th
Happy Monday everybody! I hope you all had a beautiful weekend! I have been shopping around for a new pair of eye glasses. I always buy plastic frames that have a vintage feel to them . I would love to …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- January 27th Read more »
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Little Low
Happy Friday everyone! Welcome to my first full artist feature of 2014! I am so excited to showcase one of my absolute favorite Etsy shops, Little Low Studio, with you all today! Little Low is a fantastic shop full of …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- January 2014
Hi guys! Pinterest has been one of my favorite things for some time now! I love all the beautiful photos, decor, and vintage and diy inspiration I come across! December was a little hectic and I didn’t end up with …
My Life in Pictures- January 17-23rd
Beau loves to lay his head on my mom’s shoulder when we are in the sunroom at her house… One of my favorite vintage plastic deer… Sadie begging for a treat… Lily wants a treat too…. Lily’s favorite toy, her …
My Favorite Free Printable 2014 Calendars
One of my absolute favorite things about starting a new year is getting new calendars. I thought today I would share my favorite free printable calendars from some really fantastic designers on the web. Here they are: Get this Whimsical …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 30th
Happy Monday everyone! Are you all getting ready for the new year? It feels like 2013 has blown by so fast! We may go and see the big acorn drop down in Raleigh. Since tomorrow is New Year’s Eve, I …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 30th Read more »
Fun Shrinky Ornament Christmas Tags
Hi guys! It’s been a little crazy around here. I can’t believe it’s Christmas Eve already! I still have not even made a dent in my wrapping! Before the Christmas holiday I wanted to share one last Christmas-y thing, …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 23rd
Happy Monday guys! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Can you believe Christmas is in just a couple of days! This month has just flown by. Over the last couple of months I have been sharing holiday themed …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 23rd Read more »
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Christmas Printable
Happy Friday everybody! This week has been a little crazy between the holidays and a sick hubby, but I did want to pop in and share these fabulous printables from Etsy’s awesome artists! I love the digital printables you can …
DIY Upcycled Tablecloth Cross Body Mini Tote
Hi guys! Welcome to day twelve of my Twelve Days of Handmade Gifts! Since it is the last day in this crafty handmade series, I wanted to share with you one of my favorite handmade gifts I have made …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 16th
Happy Monday everybody! I love vintage Christmas items! Since Christmas is my favorite time of year, I always decorate early. I collect Christmas items throughout the year, and usually can’t wait to display them in my home. My favorite Christmas …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 16th Read more »
DIY Upcycled Vintage Tchotsky Ring Dishes
Hello everyone! Welcome to day nine of my 12 Days of Handmade Gifts! Some of you know by now, I have a self proclaimed obsession with vintage ceramics, or as my dad calls them, tchotskies. They are coming out of …
DIY Vintage Planter Pincushion
Hi guys! Welcome to day six of my 12 Days of Handmade Gifts! Today I am going to show you how to make these sweet Vintage Planter Pincushions. These are super fast and easy to make. It is a good …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 9th
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you guys had a fantastic weekend! Does everyone who celebrates have their tree up yet? Trimming the tree has to be one of my absolute favorite things to do during the holidays. Vintage ornaments are …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 9th Read more »
DIY Wooden Doll Necklaces
Hi guys! Welcome to day three of my 12 Days of Handmade Holiday Gifts. Today I am going to show you how to make these fun wooden doll necklaces. These little wearable dolls would be a great gift for the …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 3rd
Happy Tuesday everyone! I know I usually post my vintage finds on Monday, but yesterday I was very under the weather. So today I am playing catch up. I will be sharing two diy tutorials later this evening which I …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- December 3rd Read more »
Holiday Gift Guides 2013- Gifts for Pets (and Pet Lovers)
Happy guys! I hope you all are enjoying Thanksgiving weekend! We are going to be putting the Christmas lights up on the house this weekend. I am so excited! Today’s gift guide is for all of your furry friends. Don’t …
Holiday Gift Guides 2013- Gifts for Pets (and Pet Lovers) Read more »
Holiday Gift Guides 2013- Gifts for Gals
Hey there! I hope you are all enjoying your weekend! I meant to share this with you guys last night, but the time got away from me. Etsy is so full of wonderful artists! You can find something for everyone …
DIY Easy Christmas Plate Collage
Hey everyone! Welcome to day eight of my 12 Days of Christmas crafting here on my blog! Today I am going to share a really simple DIY with you all, a Holiday Plate Collage with custom plates. These plates are …
Holiday Gift Guides 2013- For Kids
Hi guys! Last Friday I started out my holiday gift guides for 2013 with a bunch of fun Etsy finds that would be great gifts for guys. This Friday, or actually Sunday now, I am going to share with you …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 5th
Happy Tuesday everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting cooler here. It is time to break out the sweaters and jackets from the closet. Anyone who knows me …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- November 5th Read more »
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 28th
Hi guys! Are you all excited that Halloween is this week? I am! I don’t even get any trick or treaters, and we don’t go out. However, I will be carving pumpkins and watching some fun movies! In honor of …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 28th Read more »
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 21st
Happy Monday everyone! I am so excited that Halloween is so close around the corner! This week the blog is all about the Halloween holiday! Earlier today I shared a diy black kitty plushie tutorial and pattern with you all. …
Favorite Vintage Finds of the Week- October 21st Read more »
Scaredey Cat Plushie and Free Pattern
Hi guys! This week I am so excited to be sharing an entire week’s worth of Halloween DIY projects! I am going to kick off the week with my funny little black Halloween Kitty plush. This little kitty is easy …
The Wonderful World of Pinterest- October 2013
Hi everybody! I am very excited today to share my favorite pins from Pinterest from the last month with you all today. I didn’t have a lot of extra time to pin lately, but I did add to some of …
Vintage Items New To The Shop This Week 10/9
Hi guys! I wanted to pop up a quick little note to let everyone know that I have added a vintage section to my store here on My So Called Crafty Life. I am very excited to now be offering …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Three Red Apples
Happy Friday! Today I am super excited to share one of my all time favorite Etsy shops with you, Three Red Apples. Annabelle Ozanne, the amazing artist behind the shop, creates the most fantastic textile art and illustrations. This fabulous UK …
I Heart Etsy Fridays- Three Red Apples Read more »
