Clothing Show Finds
We went to the annual Clothing Show this weekend and even though i am supposed to be on a strict budget, i of course walked away with a few new treasures like this adorable apron for $3 (and it's reversible!) and these cute deer earrings (see them below?) by local artist Paper Snake - the head goes on one ear and the bum goes on the other. I'm not sure what the rest of you think of it, but i thought it was an adorable idea, but i can understand if you think it's morbib!
I was also really excited about the barkcloth piece i got and this red plastic wallet. I sure don't need any more wallets but what drew me to this one is the 2 little change purses inside - one i can use for tokens - and the plastic window part for my metrocard and/or I.D.
The best part of going to such a big shopping extravaganza is being able to see other people's creations and supporting them as well as seeing something and going 'hmmmmm...i can make X with that.' I love being inspired at places and times i least expect it.
And, now that i have made some changes in my work life (cut down on my work schedule a bit) i am able to give back to me again, (it's been months since i had energy to be really crafty) and my endless pile of craft projects may be yet again worked through and conquered!
Labels: clothing show, shopping
4 Comments:
I love love love that wallet! And the apron is cool too. Is the reverse the flowery fabric? I'm impress how much restraint you showed with your purchases. I don't know If I would have been able to do that...
Nice! I always mean to go to the clothing show, and I never make it. Maybe next year!
Hey Vania, it's been a while...
The strategy that works for me when I'm trying to cut back on purchases is to differentiate between a "need" and a "want." For instance, you didn't need the wallet, you just wanted it. When it's a want - I just tell myself nope. It's a habit that I formed during my poor student days and it's stuck around :)
I love the wallet too! I have SUCH a weakness for vintage red finds.
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