Semi precious stones have always caught my eye: Jade, Jasper, Agate, Chalcendony–I could go on. However, Bumblebee Jasper completely escaped my radar. That was until Laura of Modern Sage Designs created a pair of earrings from Bumblebee Jasper and Black Tourmaline. I was smitten. The mixture of yellow, grey and black has to be oneContinue reading “Modern Sage Designs: Designer Interview”
Category Archives: Madewell jeans
Wearing Asiatica & February’s Linkup
Last week, my beloved photographer accompanied me into Asiatica, a most unique and high-end retail store in Kansas City. The brilliant folks at Asiatica offer one-of-a-kind garments created from vintage Japanese kimono pieces, contemporary artisanal fabrics, and other luxurious textiles. Each piece is designed and stitched in Kansas City with superb craftsmanship for a garmentContinue reading “Wearing Asiatica & February’s Linkup”
For the Love of Vintage &2nd Loved 1st Friday Linkup
Those who follow me on Instagram saw this photo pop up on my feed about three weeks ago. My good friend, Diana and I were up shopping in Kansas City for the day and one of our stops was Donna’s Dress Shop in Kansas City’s Westport area. It was love at first sight for meContinue reading “For the Love of Vintage &2nd Loved 1st Friday Linkup”
My Sew Sew Life-The Timeless Flattering Draped Neckline/Simplicity 1716
One of my favorite neckline styles has always been draped. Draped necklines can take on so many different vibes, from casual, romantic, classic day wear, and just down right sexy. The irony is that I’ve never worn one. Two weeks ago, I fixed that problem and made a draped top for myself. Finally, I got one ofContinue reading “My Sew Sew Life-The Timeless Flattering Draped Neckline/Simplicity 1716”
Ami Beck and Dolyn Bags
For ten months I craved a “Victoria Sling.” Friends who know me could just shrug their shoulders and quip, “Just go make that cocktail if you want it so badly.” While the Victoria Sling does indeed sound like a divine mixture to be imbibed as a tribute to Masterpiece’s smash hit Victoria (that some of us justContinue reading “Ami Beck and Dolyn Bags”
One Sunday Afternoon-Hats & Wraps
This is one of those special posts for me Because it is with my daughter, Michelle. This is the third time we have gotten together for something on the blog. The first post, Coffee in Joplin, wasn’t really planned but we ended up having so much fun we knew that this idea of “Hats andContinue reading “One Sunday Afternoon-Hats & Wraps”
Tomboy
Happy New Year! Is everyone rested from Christmas and ready for 2017? I have one word for today: Tomboy! Tomboy is a fashion label out of Kansas City created by Laura McGrew. Laura has been a constant on the Kansas City creative scene since 1999. She studied painting at The Kansas City Art Institute butContinue reading “Tomboy”
Red Bag Mix and Match-On The Road
This post could also be titled.”The Red Bag Goes Road Tripping”. Michael and I aren’t the types to sit on the beach and get sand in our toes. We occasionally like to drive somewhere and see something new. Our mantra: “You can find something interesting wherever you go.” This time we wanted to visit HannibalContinue reading “Red Bag Mix and Match-On The Road”
Blue Cabbie
Last weekend we took advantage of the three day holiday and headed to Joplin, Missouri for family time and great food. Our daughter, Rachelle, and I decided to have a photo-shoot for the blog. Michelle, our oldest, also had a hand with my makeup (more later). Today’s look is vintage me: a little bit ofContinue reading “Blue Cabbie”
Black, White, Red and Tabby Yellow
I think you can’t go wrong with stripes. When Catherine of Not Dressed Like Lamb decided to feature stripes this week, I knew I was in. This outfit was already in the works for a unit meeting of my retired teachers association. The timing was prefect. Also, Sylvia of 40+ Style discussed how to wearContinue reading “Black, White, Red and Tabby Yellow”
MeadowTree Perspectives 