Welcome to the Night

Todays Outfit:
White Crochet Bebe Dress via Buffalo Exchange Dallas
Black Target Tank
Jessica Simpson Danys in Black
Vintage Look Rose Necklace from Buffalo Exchange Austin

G'day mates! I had yet another wonderful weekend and have a short week ahead, so once again I am in a blissfully happy mood. The cable in my room is down for some reason and Id rather lounge in here than in the living or, gosh forbid, in my brother's room. (Lo u Davy). So it makes it alot easier to get online and blog. On to telling tales of the past weekend.
My sweet sis, Karina, let me know of some free concerts in Arlington featuring some pretty fantastic bands. Friday nights concert was of Telegraph Canyon. I had seen them with Built to Spill not too long ago and they blew me away. So I was more than happy to see them for free in Arlington. Me and Rad Pants Nance went to get our eyebrows threaded and then we headed straight to the awesome outdoor stage. It was a family affair...there were so many parents with their kids...moving their little hips to the music. There was delicious free yummy food and free wine. There was also a BYOB option and since the kid was spending time with his daddy this weekend, I went ahead a bought myself a can of brew-ski. The show was amazing. The weather was perfect and the setting was a thick grassy lawn packed with people enjoying this music. We sat on the concrete benches lining the outer edge of the grass. We swayed our heads with the music and smiled big as they played (it was probably the alcohol hitting me). It was truly spectacular. Im taking Sebastien with me next Saturday to watch Cadillac Sky, another great band. I bought Telegraph Canyon's record "The Tide and the Current" and got them all to sign it. They were so nice and truly appreciative of all who came. Afterwards, me and Nance sat in the car for a bit and sang along to Whiskeytown...I love doing that. Love it. Ha, weird, but some of my best memories are of sing-alongs in the car. We didnt want it to end so we went to the local hang out for about an hour and then headed home. We both had to wake up super early for work the next day.







Saturday nite was a good one too. It was super relaxing. I slept alot. Much needed (I get up at 4 everyday people!!!) and then I played my Telegraph Canyon record all nite long until about 1 am. I got online and because I self-banned myself from ebay, I got on etsy. Ha. I know, big difference. I found some treasure on there tho - Ive been obsessed with suede as of late. I feel the very hippie/ 70s vibe wanting to come out these days. Anywho, Its an addiction, but at least its not an expensive one. When I got tired, I turned the record player off and hit the sack.

Etsy: HippieJo74


Etsy: Verhext Vintage


Etsy: Black Flamingo Vintage

Sunday, I woke up and had lunch with my sis, then headed to my church meeting. I cleaned up a bit - I cant stand messy surroundings - then packed up a bunch of stuff to take to Buffalo Exchange. I got a ton of money in credit and found yet more treasure, which Im sure I will be taking photos of soon. I found some really cute stuff for KoL and ACL. Then I picked up my sweetheart and we came home and hit the sack. He was worn out thank goodness!
OHHHH, I found some inspiration for a Kings of Leon concert outfit. Its hot, but it involves some tall chunky shoes. Im not sure how that will do in the pit. I plan on getting there super early to be up front so, which is better - practical flats or stylish clunkers? The stylish clunkers!!! Thanks PandorasBoxBlog.com!!! I'll do a revised - much more conservative version of hers. ha.
I've been wanting to sew lately and craft. I've decided to sew more dresses - one for my older sis and for me. I also found this rad purse I want to recreate. My version will be black suede with tons of cool feathers hanging. Hers looks more velvety. Within the next couple weeks I'll start on these I hope!

Borrowed image from abuffalostance.blogspot.com

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If its ok with you, I'll just hang

I know lately Ive been posting alot of "life is good" posts. But, its the truth. Gosh honest truth. My dad has seemed happier, which makes me happy. Ive been pretty crafty myself. I just finished a dress that Ive been meaning to start up for a long time (I'll post some decent styled up pictures later tater).
Also, Im attending some fan-freakin-tastic shows soon, which makes me happy. My baby boy is doing well in his schooling. My sister and I are getting our eyebrows threaded tomorrowj(having well manicured eyebrows and upper lip makes me feel glamourous...weird, but it just does) then going to the local hang out for happy hour and some good tunage on the juke box. I found out some fantastic news about my schooling as well. I can finish school at UTA for free starting Fall 2011, if I qualify (and Im pretty sure I do). And my diet is going somewhat well. I feel thinner already. Oh, and today is 1/2 off Wednesday at the Salvation Army. I have set a spending limit for myself however, so that I do not get carried away. Also, I set up our etsy store. Now just to take photos of our product and list list list away!!!
I do have a couple complaints, however. I am banning myself from eBay for a while. For a month at least. Ive become addicted to purchasing shoes and vintage on that site and I cannot have that. And also, the chicken I am eating right now is disgusting. It has no taste and I will not continue devouring it. Ha.

Kiss Me Slow and Softly...Make Me Dream of You

Sigh...isnt that the most amazing song lyric. Gahhhh, that Ryan Adams gets to me. Each and every time!!! You!!! The above photo is just a fantastic shot I found in another blog. I dont know which tho, otherwise I would give props and link back to it. Im sorry.

Anyway. I have officially started to eat better. I visited the doctor's office yesterday and was weighed. Im not as fat as I thought I was...the good news. Bad news is I have a cyst (I hate that word) that will have to be removed. It feels awkward and somewhat painful. I can live with the pain I suppose, but the doctor doesnt recommend it. Also was told to cut back on the coffee, which was the cause of this cyst. He suggested sunflower seeds instead (Im not sure if he was joking). Anywho, back to my eating better/ working out. I found the perfect and I mean PERFECT goal piece for weight loss. I begged the lady to bring her price down (ebay..yes I am re-addicted)and she agreed! This black and white chevron retro inspired bathing suit by Michael Kors is vintage lovers dream come true. Plus, the high waist will cover stretch marks and the last of the belly that is so hard to get rid of. Love!

Also, my much lusted Lucky Brand Fabia Over the Knee boots are finally out. And to my dismay (who am I kidding, I expected this price), they are $239 bucks. And only at Lord and Taylor and Bloomingdales. Bloomingdales looks like they are sold out right now, but Lord and Taylor has a 20% discount code that would help me out in the financial department. Unfortunately, due to upgrading my Kings of Leon lawn tickets to pit tickets, the purchase will not happen for a while. Plus, these doctors visits are not helping either. These beauties come in light brown suede and black leather. Both look fantastic. I have a ton of black boots so I'll probably opt for the suede, when I eventually get them...and I will!!!

Road Trippin And Then Some

This past 3 day weekend, I had planned to attend a John Mayer concert, but last minute, my sons dad called and let me know he was too sick to take him, so I decided it was the perfect weekend to road trip to Austin and take him to walk the trails of Lake Travis/ eat vegan food/ and thrift shop! Yeahhhh! My sis, Karina, Sebby and I left Saturday at noonish and on our way found this amazing vintage shop on the side of the road. A hippie couple converted an old gas station into the coolest vintage store - The Style Station. They had been there for 20 years and by golly, it was the coolest thing I had ever seen. Id love to have a cool vintage shop like that someday.

















We walked for a few miles at Lake Travis/ goofed off/ got some good shots. No fashion at all here. We were sweaty n knew we would be!















And then, when I got home....the most beautiful vintage dresses ever in the mail!!! A colorful pleated caftan and a long spanish senorita dress! Love and love again!

KarmaLoop

Jeffrey Campbell Snicks
I was looking online for discounted Jeffrey Campbell shoes and found some on this website. A little gangsta, but i found my beloved Jeffrey Campbell Snicks on there for $105 compared to $165 everywhere else! Plus additional discounts - 20% off to be exact. Plus I signed up to represent to get free stuff! Holla!!!

Use "artishard81" in rep code at check out and get 20% off - pretty darn good!
http://www.karmaloop.com/index.asp?rcode=ARTISHARD81

For a Lonely Sole, You're Having Such a Nice Time

Outfit Details: Forever 21 top/ Filippa K skirt - Buffalo Exchange - LA, CA/ Jeffrey Campbell heels/ Thrifted blue belt

Life has been pretty swell lately. My ipod is back alive (fresh new battery installed) and you do not even know how much I appreciate it. Seriously. I downloaded a ton-o new music. Looking forward to my long drive to and from work manana to listen to it. Ive been listening to alot of Abraham lately and Ive newly fallen in love with that band. Ive made plans to see John Mayer next weekend with some friends. So thrilled! KoL concert coming up very soon as well! EEEEEKKK! I got a ton of new records and Im in love with my record player. Its my current obsession as of now.
I got quite few new heels that I love. I hope to take some photos featuring my lovelies very soon. Ive been thrifting and found some gems which I will also feature.
Family is wonderful! For fellow J-Dubs, I finally got my card transferred to my new hall. Yes..All is well....I will post more later tator.

Hugs and Kisses (better take it now, cuz odds are I wont be as cheery later!) - Mars Bars

Unwanted Longing

I dislike the fact that after I watch a move with love involving this fictionally fantastic man, that I long to find someone. I need to stop watching movies and get back to keeping busy with sewing/ constructing/ redesigning/ concerts/ music lessons with sebas and other anything else.....