Today’s post was going to be a commentary on rape culture, and the misogyny of treating survivors like broken dolls, but I’m tired and I can’t get anything to come out right.
So I made this hat, and it’s for sale in my store.
Hat made by me, and for sale here
Scarf is from Mervin’s
Shirt from The Gap
Skirt from the thrift store
As you know, I’m working on a couple different ways to make some extra money around the house. So last week, Ben and I went to the park and took some shots to showcase the three main styles of crochet stuffs I’ll be selling on Etsy. I wanted to launch today, but all the pictures I took this morning with my own camera turned out pretty crappy. I thought about it, and I decided that if I have the time and the energy to do it right, I might as well scrap it and retake everything with Ben’s camera, even though that is maddening.
I don’t actually have a lot of time to work on the Etsy site, even though I think about it and talk about it basically constantly. I worry that when we do open everybody’s going to take one look at it and think, ‘all that drama for this?’ I mean, if I just wanted to make money, a minimum wage cashier gig, or a string of housecleaning jobs would have doubled what I’ll make from this store in half the work time. I’m starting this in the same spirit that I started to blog. I don’t really know where this journey will lead, but I’m going to go forward and figure it out along the way. There’s no real rush to open. It’s only my own anxiousness that’s making me want to get to the next step. I’ve been toiling over something nobody but Ben sees for literally months now (a month and 24 days counts as months, right?), and I’m anxious to get it moving. So, instead of this being a launch post, it’ll have to be a sneak preview of sorts. What can I say? Patience is not one of my virtues.
In the meantime, I’ve found a good calendaring solution for my immediate needs:
My “to do” board/office mirror
Hat by me (of course)
Scarf is a hand-me-down from my great grandma
Green tank (under the vest) from The Gap
Vest from Ross
Navy Talbots jacket from the thrift store
Overskirt is a wrap around from Many Hands in Corvallis, Or
Underskirt is from the thrift store
Shoes are Taos from Footwise Corvallis, Or
So now that I’ve talked up the Etsy store nobody’s allowed to see, here’s my most recent ebay auction: A VHS copy of Gregg Araki’s Splendor!
I’d feel like a bad friend if I didn’t tell you that you can watch the whole thing on youtube here:
Just, you know, if you feel the need to own an obsolete copy of a film you can watch for free anytime you want…
Today’s also the last day of my Clementina van der Walt cup auction. It only has one bidder for $10, so if you ever wanted to pay $10.50 for hand-painted South African cups, now’s your time to shine!
I only actually slept between the hours of 4:30 and 7:30 this morning, and it’s 10:30 p.m. now, so this is probably going to make less sense then cows on a calculus. But a woman has to try.
I made a commitment to weekdaily posts, and I don’t back down. What’s the difference between a dedicated blogger and a pit bull with lipstick? The pit bull knows when to let go. Also, she takes the time to at least attempt to work on her appearance. Obviously the blogger stopped caring years ago.
Guess who had burgers for dinner and chili cheese fries for desert? Ben. But I helped.
Also, watch this. I already tweeted about it, but 60 whole people read my blog, only 520 people follow me on twitter, so… Wait, for real? It used to be 530. I must have scared them away when I told them to watch this. Whatever, who needs those people. Watch this, you won’t regret it. I laughed until I cried, and that’s not just because my eyes were starting to swell due to over exposure.
Can you tell why my knees are bad at 27? It’s because I stand like a damn double amputee all the fucking time! WHY CAN’T I STAND LIKE A HUMAN INSTEAD OF A MARIONETTE?!
Scarf is from a shop on Main Street in Seal Beach on Main Street. Beyond that, I have no memory of it.
Jacket is from a thrift store
Green long sleeved shirt is from The Gap
Maroon tank is from Target
Wrap-around skirt is from Many Hands in Corvallis, OR
Leg warmers are from Target
Merrell’s are from REI
And, of course, my LG Tone Wireless Bluetooth Headset
UPDATE: Damn it, I forgot the banner again. I’m terrible at charitableness.
While I was editing this album I realized something. This outfit totally reminds me of Pinkie Pie from My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Ponies I love on that show, in order from most loved to least loved are: Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Rarity, Twilight Sparkle, Zecora the witchpony, Granny Smith, Princess Luna, Princess Celestia, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy.
Oh, you know, she’s only MY SECOND LEAST FAVORITE PONY WORTH MENTIONING.
My real least favorite is Derpy because she makes me uncomfortable.
And not for politically correct reasons. That would be hypocritical.
What the fuck is her cutie mark anyway? Is that lizard skin? Whichever of the writers made Derpy’s special ability psoriasis is a mean, lonely bitch.
Bandana from REI
Black sweater from Macy’s
Maroon shirt from Target
Blue Undershirt from The Gap
Skirt from The Gap
Leggings from Target
Socks were a gift
Vans from the Van’s store
In a couple of these shots, you can see the edge of my LG Tone Wireless Headset. They’re on sale right now for ‘cyber Monday week’ and if you’re looking for a wireless headset, these are my jam. I love them. They’re easy to pair, easy to connect, comfortable as hell, and really convenient. They solve the only problem that I had when I switched from my ipod to my phone: inaccessible controls. We’re basically inseparable.
Oh, and you should watch this. This kid is the voice of Finn the Human on Adventure Time. And this shit’s hilarious.
I know what you’re thinking. I’m a grown woman who still watches children’s cartoons. You’re right, my life is pretty awesome. I like to think of myself as an example. Something to aspire to, really.
So it has recently come to my attention that I already had a post called The Pinkening. Fairly recently, actually. So this post shall henceforth be known as The Other Pinkening.
I think this is one of my favorite outfits lately. It was warm, comfortable and playful.
Wool Coat from H&M via the Thrift Store
Yellow Scarf from a shop in Seal Beach, CA who’s name I’ve forgotten
Linen flower shirt from Macy’s
Grey vest from Ross
Patterned skirt borrowed from my Grandma
Underskirt (not pictured) from Target
Socks from Target
Shoes are Vans
Clicking on the thumbnails will take you to the store that sells that item. If you’re interested in true grandma style, check out Advanced Style, the premiere style blog for awesome old ladies and their admirers.
Brooches
Animal Jewelry
Lace Trim
High Collars
Calico
Flower Print
Pearls
Awesome Earrings
Scarves for fun and profit
Derby Hats
Paisley
Comfortable Footwear
Sensible Bags
Sweaters
Glasses
Great Socks
Cocktail Rings
Anything Ms. Frizzle Would Wear
Props! Prop! Prop! Prop! Props!
Scarf from a Japanese specialty store in Portland, Or
Jacket from Talbots via the thrift store
Turquoise short sleeved shirt from The Gap
Sky blue tank from The Gap
Wrap around skirts from a Tibetan shop in Pasadena, Ca
Belt from Target
Socks from Target
Shoes are Taos from Footwise in Corvalis, Or
Turquoise wrap bracelet from Courious… in Hermosa Beach, Ca
Brown and brass wrap bracelet handmade by me
Turquoise Ring made by my great grandmother
Adidas watch from Macy’s
So I spent this entire photo shoot trying to smile naturally. This is the result. Smiling is really difficult, you guys!
Kerchief from REI
Game of Thrones shirt from the Internets (Ben got it for me)
Stripey undershirt from Target
Underskirt from Target
Overskirt from the thrift store
Heart socks were a gift
Shoes are Vans
So, I totally didn’t realize that I have only one crappy full body shot of this outfit until right now. So I guess it’s just a study of my tired, adorable mug. OH WELL!
Hat is from Many Hands Trading Company in Corvalis, Or
Scarf is a handmade gift from Ben’s sister
Necklace is a handmade gift from Ben’s mother (his whole family is adorable!)
Jacket is from Talbot’s via The Salvation Army (I know they’re bigots, but I used to steal from them in high school, so to make up for that I shop there now. Also, they seem to always have the best stuff. Hatred must attract cute clothes.)
Long sleeved blue shirt is Mountain Hardware from REI (and is amazingly comfy and warm, BTW)
Dress is from Forever 21
Belt is from Target
Polka-Dot under skirt is from the thrift store
Leggings are from Target (only $8!)
Socks are from Target
Shoes are from Vans
Scarf was a gift from Ben’s mom
Blue shirt is from the thrift store
Maroon tank is from Target
Seatbelt belt is from a skate shop in the mall
Skirt is from Mervins
Socks are from Target
Red PF Flyers were a gift from Ben’s dad
Rings were handmade by my great grandmother with turquoise she picked out of the mountains in Altadena
