Find of the day

At the risk of turning this blog into my vintage vice report, I'd like to continue the momentum of my new-found passion for photographing and sharing my retro treasures. Here's my find of the day:

A shiny, patent-leather, long strap purse with a decidedly yester-feel. My poor orange, patent-leather purse, which I use nearly every day, is looking like it could use a break. But this "new" treasure may be able to fill in for a bit! Both purses were found at one of my top 5 all-time favorite used goods stores, the The Five and Dime Antique Mall (more commonly known as "Woolworth's"), for under $10.

Eureka Street launch

So, how've you been? I've been better--school is dragging along and dragging me down. I have been in need of a new project to throw some excitement into my day dreams, and this weekend the inspiration arrived! As I mentioned previously, I have a bit of a fetish for vintage stuff. Yesterday I bought a few more things and realized: my collection is getting a little out of control! What to do? Well, yeah.. shoot it!

Eureka Street by LissaFudge is birthed. I hope you enjoy perusing my thrift store bargains and get inspired to do some hunting for your own previously owned treasures!

Poof!

Exactly a month since she *poof* disappeared... And just like that.. she was back. At least for tonight.

First my requisite apologies for leaving without warning: school work plus lack of sleep was leaving me with very little energy, so I made the decision that something had to give--at least temporarily. Unfortunately, that thing was my beloved daily blogging. But even if it's weekly or monthly, I'll still be popping in to drop off a few pics.

Tonight is a pair of pairs--of legs that is--featured in our cozy living room. These are a couple of iPhone pics, edited with PS Express, of me and Phillip relaxing in our humble abode after a long work week.

I'm a big fan of yesteryear's style--as you may have guessed--I like to call my personal spin on it "Retro-clectic". Just to whet your appetite.. I'm working on some interior decorating updates to our 1940s rental home, and I'll be sharing my favorite vintage finds, thrift decor, and repurposed furniture on the blog soon. Stay tuned!