Hey, Friends! How are y’all doing? I’m doing well. Trying desperately to get back into the habit of blogging, but you know how that goes. Hopefully, I’ll be back on a much more regular basis now that summer is coming to an end and we’re going back to our normal 5-day a week schedule. I like having Fridays off and being able to get things done while other folks are at work, but the long days really shorten my free time, ya know? That being said, I do want to thank all of you who’ve stayed around during my unexpected hiatus. I really do appreciate you and I don’t take your time for granted.

THE UNBOXING

About eight years ago, I applied and was accepted to be a Heartfelt Role Model with Laurie Felt Denim on QVC. I had so much fun working with this wonderful community of women who were learning to thrive at various stages in life. After a few years, Laurie took some much needed time off to spend with her family and breathe.

Now she’s back with a new denim line called Felt Denim by Laurie Felt. The brand brings back that laid back California vibe that we loved the first go around with some very cool boho pieces as well as a few classic knit pieces.

I am, once again, working with Laurie and her team, this time as a “Felt Friend.” I’ll be sharing new pieces and showing you how I style them to fit my lifestyle as a librarian, photographer, dog mom, grandma, and wife.

For more style inspiration, follow me on Threads.

HOW I WORE IT

Felt Denim Daisy Denim Wide Leg Jeans

I paired these cropped crochet hem jeans with an embroidered tank top for a soft boho look.

Felt Denim Silky Denim Capri Pull-On Capri Jean

I love a capri pant; they’re so versatile. On this particular day, I wore this look to do a little grocery shopping with The Hubs. A long summer weight cardi {because grocery stores are cold} and a sleeveless tank {because it’s close to 100° outside}, and these super silky capri pants. They’re a pull-on style, which makes them easy to wear for those with dexterity concerns.

Felt Denim Starline Long Sleeve Pullover

On this particular day, I had to take Sadie to puppy school, so I wanted something I could be comfortable in and still be cute {we had a little side quest after her session that may or may not have involved getting ice cream for her and Lola}. This sweater is light weight and great for working in air conditioned spaces.

Felt Denim Long Sleeve Boho Woven Top

I wore this look to work. There’s something about denim and leopard that just makes my heart beat a little harder. The top is a light weight woven fabric with lots of flow. I used cuffs to keep the bell sleeves at the 3/4 length because I wanted to show off my arm candy.

ABOUT FELT DENIM

I’ve been a fan of Laurie’s designs since her Hot in Hollywood days on HSN. When she joined QVC as Laurie Felt, I was thrilled. And, now that she has returned with her Felt Denim line, I’m beyond ecstatic. The one thing that has been consistent with Laurie’s brand is the feeling that there is a person behind the label. I never felt like there was this corporation trying to sell me denim jeans. Laurie and her team have always connected with people on a personal level and that’s why I feel comfortable supporting and working with Laurie and her team: Andrea C., Andrea R., EvaMarie, Gretchen, Maggie, and Robin.

Felt Denim is more than a brand, it’s a community of women who are growing and learning together. It’s women supporting each other at every stage of life. And looking good and feeling comfortable while they’re doing it.

To learn more about Felt Denim, follow along on Instagram and Substack. Or shop QVC.

THANK YOU

Thank you for stopping by my blog. I hope you enjoyed this post and learned something new. If you like what you read, please consider sharing this post on Facebook or Pinterest. While I pay for many of the items I share on this blog out of my own pocket, some items are gifted to me {I always disclose those items}.

Come back soon,

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As the blogger and photographer behind Living Outside the Stacks, I independently select and write about stuff I love and things I think you’ll enjoy too. Living Outside the Stacks has affiliate and advertising partnerships so I get revenue from sharing this content and from your purchase. Thank you for your support.

Hey, y’all! How are things? We’re coming to the end of our 10-hour days at work and I couldn’t be happier. Normally, the 10-hour days don’t bother me, but I feel like I’ve been losing time. I start dinner and, by the time, we’re ready to eat, it’s almost 9 o’clock. I don’t know about you, but that’s incredibly late to eat. I do like having Fridays off though. It’s allowed me to enroll Sadie in puppy school — so far, we’ve worked on ‘come,’ ‘stay,’ and ‘leave it.’ She’s doing really well with it. Lola is still adjusting to having a puppy in the house. Actually, we’re all still adjusting. LOL But she and Lola make our house so much better.

THE PROMPT: Things in My Home That Get Me Through the Day

1. My Husband – He’s an interesting character who makes me laugh and think.
2. The Boy and The Girls – I don’t just love them, I genuinely like them.
3. Sadie and Lola – Walking through the door and seeing them makes everything better.
4. My Garden – It’s not as productive as I’d hoped, but every tomato, pepper, or green bean brings me joy.
5. Coffee – This is more for y’all’s benefit than my own.
6. Clothes – I’ve loved clothes since I was a kid circling outfits in the JC Penney catalog.
7. Cupcakes – My kids and I have Cupcake Days. When things aren’t going well or we need to celebrate, we eat cupcakes.
8. iPhone – It keeps me connected to the people I love.
9. Nikon Camera – Chasing light and capturing memories is my thing.
10. Books – When I need to escape whatever the hell it is going on outside, this is the way.

ABOUT WHERE BLOGGERS LIVE

Welcome to the monthly edition of Where Bloggers Live. It’s kind of like HGTV’s “Celebrities at Home,” but…Bloggers! Who doesn’t like to peek behind the scenes and see inside people’s homes? Over the next few months, we’ll share about our work spaces, home towns, and more!

I should note – because this is super important – the creative brain behind this project is Bettye at Fashion Schlub! Love her!

The Celebrity Bloggers

Bettye at Fashion Schlub
Daenel at Living Outside the Stacks
Em at Dust and Dog Hair
Jodie at Jodie’s Touch of Style
Leslie at Once Upon a Time & Happily Ever After
Sally at Within a World of My Own

Make sure you visit everyone to see where the magic happens!

IT’S YOUR TURN

What gets you through the day?

BOOKISH THINGS

Bookshop.org – Shop for books selected by me, for you!

NetGalley Professional Reader – I receive free ARCs from NetGalley to review on my blog and share on Instagram.

The StoryGraph – A reading app that shares all the nerdy details of my bookish life.

THANK YOU

Thank you for stopping by my blog. I hope you enjoyed this post and learned something new. If you like what you read, please consider sharing this post on Facebook or Pinterest. While I pay for many of the items I share on this blog out of my own pocket, some items are gifted to me {I always disclose those items}. If you’d like to connect on a more regular basis, I’m on Facebook and Instagram.

Come back soon,

LET’S CONNECT

Click Here to See Where I Link Up

AFFILIATE INFORMATION

As the blogger and photographer behind Living Outside the Stacks, I independently select and write about stuff I love and things I think you’ll enjoy too. Living Outside the Stacks has affiliate and advertising partnerships so I get revenue from sharing this content and from your purchase. Thank you for your support.

Reading and reviewing books brings me a great deal of happiness. If you’re a reader, I’d love for you to visit my online bookstore, Living Outside the Stacks, to make your purchase. If you purchase from my shop, I’ll receive a small commission and you’ll also support indie bookstores. If you need help staying organized, but want to keep it pretty, I invite you to give Artful Agenda a try. It’s a digital planner inspired by paper planners. Use my code: RD1191716. Artful Agenda connects effortlessly to your Google and Outlook calendars and works across devices.

Originally known as Louisiana Ice & Electric Company, Cleco was founded in 1935 in Bunkie, Louisiana. The company transitioned to focus solely on electricity a decade later, becoming Central Louisiana Electric Company. They provide power to 295,000 customers across Louisiana’s 24 parishes.

JELD-WEN FIBER

A major manufacturing plant in Dodson, Louisiana, they specialize in producing decorative wood-fiber door facings and operates as one of the most technologically advanced wood fiber plants in the Jeld-Wen network.

ROYOMARTIN

RoyOMartin, founded in 1923 by Roy O Martin, Sr., began as a small sawmill in Alexandria, Louisiana. It has grown into one of the leading wood products manufacturers in the United States.

STELLA-JONES

Stella-Jones Corporation, founded in 1992, is a leading producer and marketer of pressure-treated wood products. The company supplies North America’s railroad operators with railway ties and timbers, and electrical utilities and telecommunications companies with utility poles.

SYRAH

Syrah is the first the first battery-grade natural graphite active anode material supplier in the U.S., supporting the growing EV industry. They’re in the process of expanding their facilities.

UTLX

Union Tank Car Company dates back to 1865, when the first generation tank car was introduced to transport petroleum products. In 1891, Union Tank Line was formed to operate the Standard Oil Company tank car fleet. UTLX has grown to become a leader in tank car manufacturing, leasing, and repair.

WHAT IMPRESSED ME

What impressed me most about all of these companies is there commitment to the community, especially the young people in our community. Take this camp for example, each company that participated paid a sponsorship fee, donated time and staff, and allowed access to spaces in their companies that aren’t usually available to non-employees.  During our tours, the team members took the time to explain what they do in the plant and what they look for in employees. This is an incredibly heavy lift.

In addition to the salaries, each company supports their employees in multiple ways through onsite gyms, campgrounds, medical facilities, etc. These are incredible employment opportunities for people fresh out of high school or who’ve recently graduated from college with a certification or Associate’s degree.

BOOKISH THINGS

Bookshop.org – Shop for books selected by me, for you!

NetGalley Professional Reader – I receive free ARCs from NetGalley to review on my blog and share on Instagram.

The StoryGraph – A reading app that shares all the nerdy details of my bookish life.

THANK YOU

Thank you for stopping by my blog. I hope you enjoyed this post and learned something new. If you like what you read, please consider sharing this post on Facebook or Pinterest. While I pay for many of the items I share on this blog out of my own pocket, some items are gifted to me {I always disclose those items}. If you’d like to connect on a more regular basis, I’m on Facebook and Instagram.

Come back soon,

LET’S CONNECT

Click Here to See Where I Link Up

AFFILIATE INFORMATION

As the blogger and photographer behind Living Outside the Stacks, I independently select and write about stuff I love and things I think you’ll enjoy too. Living Outside the Stacks has affiliate and advertising partnerships so I get revenue from sharing this content and from your purchase. Thank you for your support.

Reading and reviewing books brings me a great deal of happiness. If you’re a reader, I’d love for you to visit my online bookstore, Living Outside the Stacks, to make your purchase. If you purchase from my shop, I’ll receive a small commission and you’ll also support indie bookstores. If you need help staying organized, but want to keep it pretty, I invite you to give Artful Agenda a try. It’s a digital planner inspired by paper planners. Use my code: RD1191716. Artful Agenda connects effortlessly to your Google and Outlook calendars and works across devices.