Vintage Finds and Reproductions Planning for VLV!

Although it's still eight months away until VLV 15, I'm eagerly anticipating it's arrival! Since this is my first time going to VLV this coming year, I want to have some fabulous outfits on hand. I came across some wonderful items that I think will make for great sets to take to Vegas!

I found a gorgeous vintage 40's Simplicity blouse pattern from Miss Betty's Attic that I've purchased to have some customized blouses that I can take, with some great printed fabrics in floral prints and vintage-inspired prints. I also found a reproduction 40's pattern from Oh Sew Charming for some swing trousers that I'm going to have made in several different twills. I was lucky enough to also find some great vintage buttons for my blouses and trousers from Wicked Wool Gathering. I also found a great vintage red and white gingham blouse from Seek Vintage that will look perfect with my swing trousers. Last, but not least, I found some cute playsuits that will be great for lounging by the pool parties from Fancy Antler, Vintage Vixen 86, and Olive You Vintage.

I hope you enjoy looking at all my VLV goodies and crafts! I am so excited, I can't wait for April to get here!

Image courtesy of Miss Betty's Attic and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Oh Sew Charming and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Wicked Wool Gathering and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Wicked Wool Gathering and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Seek Vintage and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Fancy Antler and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Vintage Vixen 86 and Etsy.

Image courtesy of Olive You Vintage and Etsy.

XOXO,
Crystal

Estate Sale Finds and Etsy Treasures

I had the chance to go to a few estate sales this past weekend in our area and was glad that I did! It's not too often that there are estate sales in the area, as most people just have a yard sale or an auction in order to get rid of things they no longer need. I found all sorts of wonderful items that I got for cheap, cheap, cheap! There were lots of more furniture items that I would have loved to bring home, like a 50's dinette set and a 50's bedroom suit, but I just didn't have the room for them. Alas, they will have to find a home with some other lucky person! I also found a few treasures on Etsy that arrived before I left for vacation, but I've just now had the chance to share them with you. I hope you enjoy looking at all my goodies!

I apologize for the poor lighting in most of these shots. The lighting in our home is just never reliable and varies each and every time!

Antique tin that I got for $1

Antique hand beaded pillow (it's cream-colored even though it looks yellow in the picture) I got for $1

Vintage black handbag I got for $2


Vintage navy fascinator hat with netting that's still in great shape and intact that I got for $1

Vintage gray cloche hat that I got for $1

Vintage navy stretch cinch belt that I got for $0.25

Vintage black cinch belt that I got for $0.25



Vintage pillow case set that I got for $1


Vintage Ladies Home Journal tray that I got for $5


Vintage white clutch handbag that I got for $0.25

Vintage black clutch handbag that I got for $0.25

Vintage black and white polka dot dress from a thrift store (it was a gift from Mom, so not sure of the cost)


Vintage black and white polka dot dress with bow from thrift store (gift from Mom, so not sure on cost)


Vintage black and blue mini dress from Dirty Betty Vintage

Vintage 50's mint green day dress from Bad Baby Vintage


Vintage pink and white polka dot sun dress from Gwenevere 24 Vintage

XOXO,
Crystal

Misele Vintage Leather Clutch Review

Most of you know how much I love clutches and handbags, so I was thrilled when I was given the wonderful opportunity to review a gorgeous vintage leather clutch handbag from Misele.

Misele is a vintage shop on Etsy that's based out of Riga, Latvia, which carries all sorts of wonderful vintage items like hats, jewelry, toys, home interiors, accessories and gadgets. Every item they carry is vintage, unique and wonderful! They have some of the most lovely vintage jewelry and vintage handbags I've seen in quite a while. I fell in love with several items that they carry and hope to acquire them very soon! Misele offers shipping worldwide at a very affordable rate and even gives a shipping discount when multiple items are purchased. They also accept several different forms of payment including PayPal, Visa, Master Card and Discover.

The kind folks at Misele graciously allowed me to review this gorgeous and stunning vintage black leather clutch and I instantly fell in love the moment I unwrapped it from it's packaging! The leather is in wonderful condition and the interior, which seems to be made of a velvety leather, looks pristine and well cared for. I was easily able to fit all my essentials into the clutch with even a little room to spare! The interior features a wide opening and a slim pocket which is great for holding something slender. As you can see, I was able to fit my Hobo wallet clutch, my check book, my small spiral-bound notebook that I use to log down my diet each day, my Weight Watchers points plus calculator, my vintage compact, and my lipstick inside without any over-crowding. I even had room leftover to stash my iPod and my phone inside later on. This is a gorgeous clutch that will be loved and much-used by myself for years to come!

I've only mentioned just a few of the many items that Misele carries in their shop, so please be sure to visit Misele and take a look at all they have to offer, as I'm sure you will find something you just can't live without!

Vintage brass compact available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage British passport wallet available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage Van-Dal navy crossbody bag available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage 60's boy doll toy available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage leather clutch handbag available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage sterling silver ring available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage silver cuff bracelet available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage jewelry box available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage 20's Parisian glass ink bottle available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage 60's porcelain pendant and chain available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

Vintage 60's brass belt buckle available at Misele. Image courtesy of Misele and Etsy.

I would just like to thank Misele again for allowing me to review such a wonderful vintage item. I truly love it and am grateful for the opportunity to work with you!

XOXO,
Crystal