Here you go Santa, My Christmas wish list!!

Well peeps, here it is, my Christmas wish list. There's only one thing on it for me. and its pretty much all I could need other than some materials for my business venture :)

Minnetonka 5 Layer Fringe Boot Black Suede

This is it. All I ask for for myself. Oh wait, just a few more things.. Lately having good quality makeup has been very important. I mean if I eat organic, why am I not letting my skin have organic?? which leads me to 

Whoa! Even the packaging looks like it grew outta mother nature's bosom. Meet Physicians Formula 

Organic Wear 100% Natural Lash Boosting Mascara

Now there's another 100% natural mascara that's not lash boosting, but honestly I haven't met a woman who didn't want plump long lashes. And this stuff is awesome, you can read all about it here. and then I accidently clicked on this..

Mineral Wear™ Talc-Free Mineral Eye Liner Pencil

Specially designed for sensitive eyes this puppy even has a built in sharpener cap and antimicrobial smudger!!

Bamboo Wear™ Bamboo Compact, Mirror & Brush 

Bamboo Wear™ Bamboo Silk Bronzer Refill

So these are sold separately, which is kind of cool because they are refillable, and or recyclable. You can use either bronzer or face powder. Now ladies and gents, that's it on the make up. That's all I wear, and I thank the good Lord above for allowing me to have a great complexion. 

 Other things I ask for will be solely for business purposes. That list is from www.Fabric.com who has some of the best prices for jersey knit that I've been able to find. 

A lovely stretch jersey material with silver glitter dots. 

Another of the same this time in slate.

this one is for a tee or loungy pants for the hubbie. shh don't tell :) its really in homage to his, well our favorite show Psych.

There is almost always a pineapple of some sorts in each episode.. HA!! One episode Shawn (the guy in the blue shirt) was trying to bake pineapple upside down cakes in an easy bake oven! Funny enough, they always tasted like, well not good.

There's also a stretchy black sparkly/shimmery jersey fabric in there too, but for some reason the pic they have up on the Fabric.com website doesn't show it in the glory it should. 

Then they show me this sensual coral!

I know its just a plain jane jersey knit, but that color reminds me of lazy days on the beach with an ice cold brewski in one hand and a string attached to a kite in the other. 

  

Ahh bliss! 

Now I'm not picky (as she says with a smirk) I like all kinds of gifts, especially ones made/or thought of from the heart. 

What's on your Christmas List this year? More importantly what's on your Christmas List to GIVE this year?

Warm beachy breezes and golden rays of sunshine

Melissa*

So I've been reviewing my color choices for this Fall Palette Challenge. I really liked my Original color palette, which you can check out on my Happy as a Lark post. I chose all those colors because most of them i already have either articles of clothing or accessories in those colors. So then I revised the palette which you can reference here. Honestly I don't like it. Well I do, but its Too safe for my taste. I really Love color and feel that since i'm too chicken at this point to express myself through body art, that i will do it through kaleidoscope colors!   

I am a Huge fan of Design Seeds. Thank you Shawnta over at Peace, Love, & Namaste for posting your love for it otherwise i would have never found this beauty!

Ok, So this is what I have plans for this fall. First on the list is the Maxi dress. Which i have already completed, save another roll under and hem on the bottom. I have a pattern for a peplum jacket by burda style. I also have the pattern for the obi skirt. and like the idea of having a separate belt!  Not to mention the photo above has an amazing use of color and print! Love it! Now the tee shirt and jeans will be a "refashion" meaning that I already have some jeans that, 
1. need hemming & tapering
2. need a little extra!
Which is why i added the above photo of these Laguna Beach jeans. Now these jeans are SO hot, I think. I love the back detail and all those crystals. Yes those are Swarovski Crystals. These jeans are also either $138 or $238 depending on the amount of crystals you have added. Here's the official web page if you absolutely love these jeans and must have them.


I on the other hand plan on replicating them. They seem fairly easy to add contrast stitching and back pocket detail. But with out all the crystals. I like the idea of studs but we'll see. 

As for the tee shirts. I saw these on burda style. I plan on also replicating these the easy way. Purchase a pack of men's V-neck tees in white or grey(sm) and then add a bit of silk. I already have an amazing silk scarf i thrift-ed for $1 that I plan on just hand stitching onto the front. Voila! instant pizzazz!


Which brings me to Thrifting! What an inexpensive alternative to fabric shopping. For just pennies on the dollar you can find clothes that can be refashioned or just plain stripped down to make something else entirely! Plus if you donate something its tax deductible, just make sure you get a receipt. 

I also plan on doing a bit of crochet as well. I already started some knee high yoga socks (with out toes & heels) and am going to add some flower embellishments to another tank top I started a while ago coined the Fly Back tank. I also would like to crochet my self a tam or slouchy beanie if you will. I have very long hair and would like to be able to stuff it all in there. 


Not to mention all the Christmas gifts I need to make. Lots of beanies, and maybe a Rugged Man vest for my Hubby bear. I thought about sewing for my family, especially my sister, but honestly she lives kind of far away and the last thing i made her (lined wristlet with snap button closure and embroidered her name) She never used :( so she gets a beanie. lol. 


So yes that should about wrap it up for now. glad i'm getting back to the true inspiration of COLOR and Thanks again Shawnta for introducing me to Design Seeds. 


How about you? what are you creating today? And have you ever thought of crafting for others? If so how did it work out? Do they love it, or never use it?


Happy creating, sweet melissa 

Autumn Inspiration!

Pumpkin Pie Milkshakes?!

 WHAT!!!!

Yes its true. 

And yes those Are tiny pumpkin pies as a garnish! 

Pumpkin Pie is a Favorite of mine to Eat and Bake!! Never thought about using it in a milkshake! 

As its been chilly in the morning in to the 60's and then hot during the day mid 90's  So I think this would be the perfect balance and a wonderful intro to Autumn!

I found this randomly today and although she used the lovely Paula Deen's recipe I was diggin Bobby Flay's take on the traditional Pumpkin Pie.. 

Bobby Flay's Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon Crunch and Bourbon-Maple Whipped Cream

C'mon who doesn't love a little bourbon with their pumpkin pie!! Miss Oona raises her hand :) I mean especially as a whipped topping!! and just think this blended up as a milk shake.. She uses (for one serving milkshake) 1 slice pumpkin pie, 2 scoops vanilla ice cream, and 1 - 1 1/2 cups milk. Blend and serve!!! 

As soon as I whip this up i'll be sure to let you know!! 

Until then,

 Warm wishes into this new season!

Revised Autumn Palette

So this is my revised Autumn palette. I went ahead and omitted colors and patterns for the things i already had and stuck with the colors that i want to incorporate into my new look. Looks pretty basic.. but i might add another color for a bigger punch!

I got the pattern for this Peplum Jacket today. 

I thought it would be nice in this. I like the light blue and greys in this print. 

This is the Kasia skirt from burda style. its a free pattern! 

I like this in a grey denim, or similar Fabric in Grey the light blueish grey not the dirty look grey. I think it would pair very nicely with the jacket fabric i picked out. 

AH but i still need to purchase said fabrics and all other essential materials including thread and buttons! 

Well that takes care of the light blue and grey.

 The dark blue is the Bombshell dress I'm making. although this photo is terrible at showing off the "true" color of this fabric. are those tiny angels? tee hee!

The last two colors are khaki and green.

I thought about incorporating those colors into this. The Obi Apron. another free pattern!!

 This image is from this burda style member. What an inspiration! I find lots of inspiration on burda. 

But I'd like to convert the apron into a skirt like this.. there's also free tutorials online as to how to do this. 

BUT again i need to go fabric shopping. My whole fall palette could change drastically and i could end up doing something totally different. it all depends on what happens at the fabric store!! 

We shall see and i'll keep you updated!

What are you making today?