The Glamorous Housewife

Prepare To Have Your Mind Blown!

2012-02-10T07:57:00.000-08:00

Oh my word! The new Miss L Fire collection is out and it. is. AMAZING! Seriously. I could only narrow my favorites down to TEN pairs. I think it is time for a new shoe closet. Here are my favorites:

Are those not the cutest shoes EVAH!!!! For the entire collection click here.

A Kid Friendly Valentine's Day Meal

2012-02-09T03:00:00.000-08:00

First of all, I wanted to thank all you kittens for your kind comments on my very first video. I had so much fun making it, I decided to do another! I thought I would try my hand at a cooking video, and with Valentine's Day around the corner, I figured a video on a fun, creative, and delicious Valentine's Day inspired meal would be perfect. So here is my second video- please enjoy!
Cooking with The Glamorous Housewife: Heart shaped pancakes with sliced strawberries and a fruit smoothie.

Here is the recipe:

Heart Shaped Pancakes

2 large eggs
1 1/4 cup milk
3 Tbsp oil
11/2 cups flour (I said 1 1/4 cups in the video, but that was a mistake! Eeek!)
3/4 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
2 Tbsp sugar

1. Beat the eggs and milk until light and foamy, about 3 minutes at high speed of a stand or hand mixer. Stir in the vegetable oil.

2. Whisk the dry ingredients together to evenly distribute the salt, baking powder and sugar.

3. Gently and quickly mix into the egg and milk mixture. Let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes, while the griddle is heating; it"ll thicken slightly. This is also the perfect time to slice your strawberries and make the fruit smoothies.

4. Heat a heavy frying pan over medium heat, and then use butter to keep the pancakes from sticking.

5. Using your 'ketchup' container, gently squeeze the batter onto the pan making heart shapes. You can fill the pancake in, or swirl the batter for a lacier look. These cook quickly, so try flipping after 1-2 minutes.

6. Cook the other side for 1-2 minutes and then keep warm in the oven.

7. Serve with sliced strawberries, fruit smoothies, syrup and/or powdered sugar.

8. Enjoy!

Crafting With The Glamorous Housewife

2012-02-08T04:00:00.000-08:00

Well kittens, here it is! My very first video post. I am totally embarrassed and excited to show you. This video shows you how to make the felt heart shaped garland hanging from my windows that you saw here.

So, without further ado- here is The Glamorous Housewife's video:

So what did you think? Do you actually think you might make the heart garland? If so, here is the list of what you will need to make it:

Heart Garland Item List:
*Felt
*Cardboard
*Scissors
*White pencil or tailor's chalk
*Sewing Machine
*Thread to blend with felt

I had so much fun making this video that I already made a second one! I will present it tomorrow. Oh, and remember to subscribe to my YouTube channel:

The Glamorous Housewife YouTube Channel

Valentines Day Floral Arrangement

2012-02-07T04:30:00.000-08:00

Many years ago, Martha Stewart had a bouquet with little heart candies as a base. To recreate it I needed two vases, one that fit inside the other. For years I have looked for such a thing, and then- about a month ago- I FOUND IT! At Ikea!

So this post is about remembering being inspired by something and then years later, following through. Perseverance and tenacity can be very rewarding.

Retro Valentine's Day Decorations

2012-02-06T08:10:00.000-08:00

Ah, Valentine's Day. I love any holiday that gives me an excuse to decorate with pink and glitter. I've spent the last 7 years with three males in my household, so I take femininity where ever I can. As a matter of fact, I have blogged about my Valentine's Day decorations before. You can see those posts here, here, and here.

This year I decided to have a little theme. I tried to do my best to represent ombre- which is the movement of color from dark to light (or light to dark). You can see my attempt on the felt hearts, the anemone jersey garland, and on a pitcher I painted which is on one of the shelves.

I also started a collection of vintage candy boxes. I would like to get a large enough collection so the whole display is filled with them. Wouldn't that be cool!

My favorite chocolate box is below. Notice the term 'doll' in the heart? I use that all the time! That is why it is my favorite.

Even though I often used vintage or retro reproductions in my displays, I also like to find fun kitschy items at my local Target or Dollar Store. I figure they are the vintage of tomorrow. The pink vase below is from Target.

I made the pom-poms you see below, as well as the felt heart garland. I am posting a video on how to make the felt garland. It is my first video and I am very excited to show it to you all.

I am also doing a post on the lovely floral centerpiece, so be sure to come back all this week for more Valentines Day goodness!

Last Day Of Giveaway!

2012-02-02T08:02:00.000-08:00

Today is the last day of Giveaway week. So far you have seen a swanky cocktail ring, two vintage chickies, and a book about how to throw a vintage party. These items are still available to be won, so be sure to enter them all.

Want to see today's prize?

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I own both of these funny little containers and I adore them. I love having an organized fridge and seeing my produce and eggs in pretty containers makes me smile every time I open my Big Chill. I will be sending these directly from Anthropologie, so this one is just available in the United States. Sorry international dolls, but the other three giveaways ARE worldwide. Also, you will be able to choose which color you want of the farmer's market produce container. All you have to do is one of these things: tweet, facebook, blog, or pin this giveaway. This giveaway ends next Wednesday.

And that, kittens, ends Giveaway Week. I hope you had as much fun as I did. Next week is all about Valentine's day, including my first ever video! So be sure to come back because I have a lot planned for The Glamorous Housewife.

Giveaway Day 3

2012-02-01T07:56:00.000-08:00

Today's gift is a lovely book called The Vintage Tea Party by Angel Adoree. It is full of advice, recipes, and pictures on how to throw your own vintage tea party. It even includes instructions on hair, make up and wardrobe! This is a book every vintage lover should have on their shelves.

Here is the cover the book. Isn't it gorgeous!

Just look at her hair! Perfection. There are instructions on how to recreate this look.

This is my favorite photo in the whole book. Beautiful.

Don't you just love this display of vintage vases and cups. A perfect way to show off your vintage collection and serve mini caprese salads on a stick.

Love these little cucumber sandwiches shaped like hearts.

Bunting sandwiches! Perfect for an afternoon tea.

To be eligible to win this book, all you have to do is tell me what you love about The Glamorous Housewife, and one thing you think I should change, or something I write about that you aren't interested in. The main categories I write about are on the menu bar just below the title logo. I am always trying to make my blog better, so I am looking for constructive criticism along with blatant adoration. This contest is available world wide!

Giveaway Week Day 2

2012-01-31T08:06:00.000-08:00

Wow! I feel like Oprah giving away fun stuff! LOL! You can still enter the first giveaway until Sunday, February 5th. Ok, today I decided to go a little vintage. I have had these two adorable vintage chickies for a long time, but they really need a new home.

Hello cuties! The one on the right has a pink egg and is colored yellow, the one on the right has a yellow egg and is colored purple.

How can you resist those faces? The purple one, shown above has two wee shells and a tiny pearl on his head. They both have rhinestone eyes and are made out of ceramic or clay or some other breakable material.

In order to be eligible to win BOTH of these vintage chickies, all you need to do is 'like' me on Facebook and then post it on your Facebook page. Then let me know in the comments. If you already like me on Facebook then yay! All you need to do is post this giveaway on your Facebook. and then let me know. This giveaway is open internationally and ends on Monday, February 6th. Have fun!

FACEBOOK LINK

It's Giveaway Week!!!!!

2012-01-30T09:10:00.000-08:00

Celebrating 30,000 hits per month!!!

In order to commemorate getting so many hits per month and to thank all of my dolls who have supported me here on The Glamorous Housewife, I wanted to do a week long celebration by giving away something each day. I'm starting out small, and then the prizes get bigger as the week progresses. Shall we see what the gift is today?

A cocktail ring! Isn't it pretty? It originally comes from Anthropologie, and I adore it. But now that I have a baby, it is going to be a few years until I can wear rings again, because I have a terrible habit of scraping my baby when I hold her.

To enter the giveaway, all you need to do is announce this week's giveaway on your blog and link back to this post. Then let me know in the comments with a link to your blog. If you don't have a blog, then a facebook post, twitter, or pin is also welcomed. I am leaving this contest open until next Monday, because I have noticed not everyone is obsessed with blogs like I am, and some only read them on the weekends, and I want to make sure everyone is included this week. Let the giveaway begin!

****UPDATE: INTERNATIONAL WELCOME TO JOIN***

A Picture And A Quote

2012-01-27T14:03:00.000-08:00

(via here)

Glamorous Gala Outfit

2012-01-25T05:00:00.000-08:00

On Saturday I went to an annual gala fundraiser for my local pre-school. I was very excited because I got to wear my new Modcloth dress. I paired it with these Betsey Johnson heels. My necklace is from Kate Spade and I have been wearing my new Ruby Woo red lipstick obsessively. Can you believe it took me this long to commit to wearing red! I have always thought I have lips like a chicken, so I tend to hide them with a light pink lippy, but slowly I have been building up to the red.

Wishful Thinking...

2012-01-24T05:00:00.000-08:00

Prada Spring 2012

Think those outfits are the bomb? You ain't seen nuthin' yet.......

Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. Those are the most awesome purses ever. But do you really want your mind to explode all over your computer screen?

Check these out:

Hot. Rod. Shoes.

I might have to go check these babies out in person. Maybe a field trip to my local Prada store is in order. Beverly Hills, here I come!

I Bet You Can't Guess Where These Are From...

2012-01-23T05:00:00.000-08:00

As I was perusing Pinterest I saw a dress I quite liked. So I clicked on the link and it took me to a place I haven't been in a long time. The dress I was looking for was sold out, but I decided to look around this particular website and look what I found:

Those look exactly like the basics I was discussing all last week. So I continued to search to see if it had anything that could be worn around the house. And sure enough it did!

So lets look at the list and see what we can check off:

Wow! That's a lot of checks! The site even had a wonderful pencil skirt, but I couldn't get it to upload to Polyvore which is where I make my collages.

So can you guess where these items come from? Yes! The J. Peterman catalog! Isn't that crazy! In a million years I never would have guessed they had such wonderful retro clothing. Now, the prices are on the higher side, but almost everything is on sale. And I think it is worth it to spend money on basics you will wear year after year. So as you can see, you never know when you will run into vintage style clothing- it is just a matter of knowing the shapes you are looking for and they will appear when you least expect it.

A Picture And A Quote

2012-01-20T12:29:00.001-08:00

Back To Basics: Part 4

2012-01-19T08:57:00.000-08:00

Today is my last Back to Basics post! In Part 1 I discussed what constitutes a basic wardrobe and gave you dolls a simple check list. Part 2 described very simple vintage silhouettes and how to look for them when shopping in a regular (as opposed to vintage) clothing store. My favorite post, Part 3, gave suggestions on how to put together foundation items with a little color to create vintage inspired looks on a budget. So today in Part 4 I will continue helping you build your wardrobe including summer clothing, jewelry, and accessories.

Ah summer, my favorite season. This is the perfect time to wear those vintage summer frocks you have been lusting over on Etsy. I would start with one or two vintage dresses in good condition that you absolutely love. Then I would get some summer sandals like espadrilles, a new purse- maybe something in straw or wicker, and be sure to get a sun hat! No need to get wrinkles. Everything else on your basic check list should also work for summer, so you don't need to spend a lot of money in order to fill out your wardrobe. For example, if you have a simple pencil skirt, it would coordinate nicely with a 1940s peasant blouse. Capris would work as well.

Now lets talk jewelry. I find jewelry to be the most personal thing a woman can purchase. But to get you started, here is a basic list of items. And to be clear, when I say 'pearl' or 'diamond', I don't necessarily mean the real thing. I happen to like Banana Republic's faux earrings, which are linked above. I didn't add a pearl necklace to the list because I never wear mine-too stuffy, but if you love them then I say go for it! In addition, for bracelets you can always buy vintage bakelite or some other plastic bangle.

And there you have it! So now you should have a much easier time finding vintage inspired basics without spending a lot of money. Just remember:

1) Pick one color: black, grey, navy, or khaki and buy all of your basics in that color.

2) Once you have most of your basics, then you can start to add color.

3) Study the shapes of the periods you like the best so you can easily spot something in a regular store.

4) Take pictures of your garments on your smart phone so you can refer to it when out shopping.
This will keep you from buying something that doesn't go with anything in your closet.

5) Once you have your foundation garments you can expand into fun vintage dresses and other items unless you find a great basic that is also vintage (like a vintage little black dress).

6) Start with basic jewelry and then expand.

I hope you all enjoyed this series. If you have any questions feel free to post them in the comments or on Facebook.

Back To Basics: Part 3

2012-01-18T05:00:00.000-08:00

Back to basics: Part 3

By now you should have 1) cleaned out your closet except for the items you just love and are vintage or vintage inspired, 2) checked off any basics you already had off the list, 3) boned up on the basic vintage silhouettes, so now it is time for step 4) Finding the rest of your basics and adding in color!

As I mentioned in Part 2, it is fairly simple to find basic vintage or classic style clothing at all price points. So what I did was found a few black basics, and then added in a color- pink- so you can see some different items and where they came from:

In this collection we have items from Target, Modcloth, Old Navy, H & M, Kohls, and Amazon! And the grand total for everything in this collection is just over $300! Isn't that amazing!

Once you have the basics, everything else you buy should coordinate with something from the foundation of your wardrobe. For example, if you buy a vintage 1940s cotton dress, it would look adorable with the black flats and the stud earrings. If you find a 1950s beaded cardigan, it would be perfect with the dress, the skirt, and possibly the pants. As you can see, the original basic check list is a wonderful jumping off point for the rest of your wardrobe.

If you are really organized, you can take a picture of each item you own with your smart phone and then when you are out shopping, you can just scroll through your wardrobe so you will know if the top you are dying to get actually goes with any of your bottoms. That way you don't waste money on a garment you will never wear because you have nothing to go with it.

If any of you dolls are needing help with an item, either finding it or wondering if it is a basic or not, just email me at theglamoroushousewife(at)gmail(dot)com, or Facebook me. I just love helping my followers find beautiful garments.

Back To Basics: Part 2

2012-01-17T05:00:00.000-08:00

Back To Basics: Part 2

Now that you have cleaned out your closet and you have your list of basics, it is time to go shopping! I believe retro style clothing can be found at all price points, it is only a matter of knowing the different shapes you are looking for. For example, right now really tight pants are 'in'. So if you are going to find a pair of capris, chances are they are going to be tight. Nothing wrong with that, just know it is going to be difficult to find a straight cut or boot cut capri in a 'regular' clothing store (as opposed to vintage recreation).

So what shapes are 'vintage'? I happen to like the silhouettes of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Here are some basic looks from those periods:

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Don't you just love this 1940s outfit! Notice the structured shoulder, the high waist, and the wide legged pants.

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Again with the 1940s. See the similar shoulder (small shoulder pads were used- NOT large ones like in the 80s), nipped in waist, and loose a-line skirts that hit below the knee.

As you can see above, it is possible to find 1940s style clothing that isn't vintage, but it is somewhat difficult because the 1940s are not really 'in' right now. But if you know the general shape, you can find this look. I suggest Modcloth as a great place to start because they specialize in a vintage/retro look at a great price point.

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On to the 1950s. Yes, I know Greese was filmed in the late 70s, but when I think of the 'classic' 1950s look, you are either a 'Sandy' or a 'Rizzo'. In other words skirts were either wide and full, or a tight pencil. Personally, I wear both. I find it very easy to find the 1950s look in regular clothing stores such as Target, J.Crew, Old Navy, H & M, Kohls, etc. As a matter of fact, my favorite pencil skirt is 20 bucks at Target.

Right now it is really easy to find pencil skirts in an array of colors. Full skirts are much harder to find in the mall, but pretty easy to find on Etsy. I happen to like full skirts because they hide any booty flaws you might have while still looking very elegant.

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The silhouette of the 1960s is similar to the 1950s, but not so poofy. As a matter of fact, sometimes it is hard to tell what it 1950s and what is 1960s. Personally I don't get too caught up in dates because I mix and match what I like and don't stick to period perfect clothing. Because of TV shows like Mad Men and Pan Am, it is easy to find a 1960s retro look, especially when it comes to dresses.

These are very simplistic examples of 1940s, 50s and 60s shapes. Obviously I can't go into each year and how the silhouettes change, but this should give you a basic idea on what to look for. Some other general details I look for are: peter pan collars, bows, retro floral patterns, anything pink, peasant blouses, embroidery and pin tucks.

Now that you have your list of basics and you know the general shapes you are looking for, you should have a much easier time when shopping.

Back To Basics: Part 1

2012-01-16T05:00:00.000-08:00

Back To Basics : Part 1

There comes a time in our lives when we wake up one day and realize the life we are living isn't the one we want to be living. It can be something simple like recognizing a passion you had as a child that you have lost as an adult, and then rekindling that passion. It can be something more complicated like realizing your partner is toxic and you need to get out. But often times it manifests itself on one's physical aspects: like realizing you have gained weight and want to loose it, or figuring out your wardrobe consists of 'good' sweatpants and 'grungy' sweatpants.

(via here)

I have noticed a few bloggers have decided to tackle their wardrobes. They were inspired by another blogger who mentioned she only wears pretty things because she only owns pretty things. These bloggers realized they had a closet full of clothing that they hated. So they got rid of it! You can read about it here and here.

As someone who has been there, I thought I would add some expertise on starting a vintage inspired wardrobe. I will do my best to use inexpensive items as examples, because glamour isn't about how expensive something is, it is about finding gorgeous items and making them work for you and your body.

To start with I made a 'Glamorous Housewife Vintage Basics Checklist'. If I were to start my wardrobe from scratch, this is the list I would begin with. Unfortunately basics are often considered 'boring', but in my opinion they form the foundation to a lasting and beautiful closet.

To begin I would choose one basic color: black, grey, navy blue, or khaki/brown and then use that color to start. For example, from this list I would buy almost everything in black, because I happen to love black, with a few white items like one of the cardigans and the shirt/blouse. What I wouldn't do is get a grey pair of wide legged pants, a navy pair of capri pants, and orange pencil skirt, a purple blouse, a green sweater, and a pink jacket because it is hard to create a cohesive foundation with so many colors. You will be able to add color to your wardrobe, just not quite yet.

Now that you have the list, I would go through your closet and get rid of anything you don't love, doesn't fit, or you haven't worn in 2 years (Personally, if I haven't worn it in a year I get rid of it. But I am pretty hardcore about my closet.) Use the list to find basics you might already have, such as the jeans or a nice black purse. Then give the rest to Goodwill.

Tomorrow I will continue examining the basics. I will also discuss what to buy after you have everything on the list, (hint: color!) and when you get to start buying those wonderful vintage dresses you want so badly on Etsy. Wednesday I will help you tailor your own clothes (or what to do at a professional tailor), and Thursday I will be discussing accessories and what you need. I am very excited for this 'back to basics' week and I hope you dolls enjoy it. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments, or email me at theglamoroushousewife(at)gmail(dot)com. And you can always find me on Facebook.

A Picture And A Quote

2012-01-13T09:46:00.000-08:00

(Original picture via here)

Daily Outfit: Heyday Fleur Dress

2012-01-12T14:48:00.000-08:00

I had a few minutes to snap some photographs while my daughter slept, so I thought I would show you my new silver cabinet from Viva Terra. I thought it was so unusual to have a wooden cabinet covered in silver! And it fits perfectly into the space. What you don't see behind it is an ugly air return cover, so it is beautiful and functional! Yay!

The dress is the Fleur Dress by Heyday designs. This is the garden circles fabric, and I also have the black English rose and the daisy chain. I adore them because they are so comfortable and classy.

Plus they have two pockets which is perfect for a little pacifier or my car keys. I also like the neckline because it doesn't show off too much skin. My hair is a faux 1940's do with a ponytail and flower. And that, dolls, is my outfit of the day!

7 Amazing Recipes

2012-01-11T14:19:00.000-08:00

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It's been a while since I have posted anything about cooking, which is weird because I have been cooking up a storm! Its just those posts take a lot of time to produce, and it throws the rhythm of my cooking off because I have to keep stopping to take a picture. But I have found some really incredible recipes, and I don't want you dolls to miss out. So here are the links to my top 7 recipes of the past few months:

Apple Pomegranate Salad

I love salads and I am always on the lookout for the new and unusual. I thought this one sounded good because of the pomegranate juice in the dressing, and I wasn't disappointed. I omitted the quinoa because I already had a quinoa dish and that meal and it was still delish.

Peppermint Fudge Brownie Jars

These were no joke. I made them a few weeks ago for a dinner party and everyone raved! They were easy to make, tasted out of control, and the best part was the adorable way of presenting it in a small mason jar. These also make great holiday gifts- maybe for valentines day?

Leek And Potato Cake

My new favorite cooking show is Extra Virgin with Debi Mazar and her hot Italian husband. Are you watching it? If not, why not? It is such a good show, and Debi definately has that vintage flair. Her hair and nails are always impeccable. Even better is the food, with the above being my favorite recipe to date. I have made this the day before and had it either warm or at room temp and it is still pretty good.

Cranberry Chess Pie

For a while I thought those fudge brownies were the best dessert ever. And then I made this cranberry chess pie and it blew those brownies out of the water! I have no words to describe the amazing taste explosion in your mouth. As you bite down you taste creamy, tangy, sweet, and crunchy all at the same time. Do not stop. Do not pass Go until you make this pie. Tonight. I am not kidding.

Apple Bundt Cake

I made this at Rosh Hashana and it was excellent. We don't eat nuts on this holiday, so I omitted them and the cake was still awesome. It would also be a great breakfast cake.

Butternut Squash And Chickpea Salad With Tahini Dressing

I made this two weeks in a row because I loved it so much. If you like tahini, you will love this salad. The first time I made it I added some leftover quinoa and it rocked the house. I made it the second time without and I think I will keep the quinoa from now on. It was the perfect addition.

Cabbage And Lime Salad With Crunchy Peanuts

This salad is easy, tasty, and beautiful to look at. Need I say more? Oh ok. The three different leaves make this a gorgeous salad to look at, and the lime gives it a kick. The peanuts are great to give it that savory sensation. My only addition was a little bit of sugar because I thought the lime was too tart. I will definitely be making this again.

So those are my last 7 great recipes. Are any of you kittens going to try any of them? If you have any suggestions of something you think I might like, or a recipe you have been wanting to try but haven't had the time, just post the link in the comments and I will try it in the next few weeks and let you know how it went.

How To Organize Your Refrigerator!

2012-01-10T15:51:00.000-08:00

If you enjoyed yesterday's art cabinet organization, the you will love today's post! I seem to be obsessed with those green and teal plastic containers I found at Target because I am now determined to organize my entire house with them! Want to see?

Yes, that is my real fridge! Looks pretty, right? Ok, normally I don't have daffodils in my Big Chill, but I was trying to make it look nice for the photo. I have seen other fridge organization pictures on Pinterest and have been thinking about it for a while. But it wasn't until I saw those amazing plastic containers that I really followed through.

It wasn't that my fridge was unorganized, it was the fact that every time I opened it, it wasn't pretty. I spend a lot of time cooking, so having a refrigerator that made me happy was important to me. Dumb, but important. Now, every time I see those bright green containers I smile!

The actual process was pretty easy. I just organized the containers of food by type then placed them in a box. Simple! I didn't use anything in my produce bins. I think I would like to figure out a way to beautify those drawers too, but I just love vegetables so much and already think they are lovely to look at.

I did the same thing with my freezer. With that said, I will admit I have a second fridge/freezer in my garage, so a lot of the stuff from the freezer went there. This is not a good use of space, but it sure looks glamorous! I also like having the things I use every day easily accessible, and the food items I don't use as often in the other freezer.

Now that you have seen my refrigerator and freezer, I have a little story to tell you. Every year my family exchanges 'funny' presents for the holidays. This year my sister decided to get me the least glamorous thing she could find. Would you like to see it?

Cat. Butt. Magnets. I kid you not. I about died when I unwrapped my gift, but I decided to use them anyway because they make me laugh every time I see them. So while the inside of my fridge is very glamorous, the outside is decidedly NOT!

So what do you dolls think? Are you going to take the plunge and try to beautify your fridge? Or is it already gorgeous? Let me know in the comments!

The Art Cabinet

2012-01-09T14:52:00.000-08:00

When I was growing up I fancied myself an artist. I took many art classes and could spend hours painting and drawing. As a teenager I realized I was never going to be a great artist, and I didn't want to be an art teacher, so I decided to go into costume design, which incorporated my love of fashion, film and art into one job. As I became a mother and stopped working I noticed I have stopped doing anything artistic! I consider cooking, decorating my home, and my blog to all be creative, but not necessarily artistic.

I have also noticed my younger son has really bloomed as an artist. He loves to fill up notebooks with little pen drawings. But every time I tried to get him to be more creative with his drawings, like color them in, or paint, etc, it took forever to find the art supplies and find a space where he could get messy.

So I decided to repurpose an old armoire into an art cabinet. Want to see it?

It is located in our main 'hanging-out' room so it is very accessible. As I was organizing the cabinet, I also cleared off one of our two desks located to the left of frame. My big goal is to keep this area clear so anyone wanting to be artistic or crafty has a place already set up and clean.

Here is another shot, this time from head-on. As you can see there are four shelves and two drawers. It looks like there is only one drawer, but the plain molding below the 'fancy' drawer is actually a second drawer!

As you can see, there is a place for everything! I figure if the supplies are easy to find, then maybe both my boys and myself might be more inclined to actually be creative.

As for those awesome teal and green containers, they are from Target. I couldn't find these online, but if you go right now you should be able to find them. The honeycomb box was in the homegoods section along with the brushes and scissors containers, and the 'y' patterned boxes are in the 'seasonal' section. Oh! I almost forgot: the metal things holding the paper are also from Target. They are napkin holders. The white containers with the lace tops are from Ikea in the gardening section. Just hurry because they are selling out fast.

Do any of you have a dedicated space to be creative? If so, do you actually use it, and what kinds of things do you create?

A Picture And A Quote

2012-01-06T05:00:00.000-08:00

(via my vintage vogue)

What's Happening On Facebook?

2012-01-05T05:00:00.000-08:00

So I have been trying to take a daily picture and post it to my Facebook page. Many of you dolls 'liked' my page and have been seeing them there, but just in case you 'forgot' to like my page, here is a little incentive. I will still be doing an occasional outfit post here on the blog, but only when I have something new or awesome to show you. But on Facebook I will continue to try and take a snap everyday. I thought it might be fun to document my outfits for a while.