Holiday Giveaway!

What holiday wouldn't be better with a mustache necklace?  Well I'm giving away this super cute handmade deep brown acrylic mustache necklace to one lucky person this week!  Wear it around your neck then pop it above your lip and give yourself a fun "stache" at any given moment :)  Comes on a 18 inch silver snake chain and it will be the hit of your holiday festivites.  Leave a comment here or on my facebook page (or both for more chances) and let me know your favorite holiday party idea and one winner will be selected Sunday evening.  Good luck!

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Handmade Pincushion Gifts

Here's a fun holiday idea!  I always try to think of new handmade gifts for my family and friends (they can only get so many flasks and retro flowers you know) and this year some of the lucky sewing girls will be receiving these little cupcake pincushions.  They are a snap to make and look so sweet!  Take some small bowls (these are from Pier 1 Imports), leftover scrap fabric or felt, a handfull of poly-fil stuffing and pretty ribbons and make your own cute little pincushions for your friends and family! 

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Easy Sweater Clip Tutorial

I just adore the “Emma Pillsbury” look from the show “GLEE” and here’s a super simple way to make those fabulous vintage style sweater clips for yourself!

You’ll need – a pair of fabulous clip on earrings, approx 5 inches of chain and jewelry pliers

Step 1- Open up one end of the chain and attach it to the back of the clip on earring

Repeat with the other side

Here’s the back view

See…just like Emma!

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Retro Lego Cufflink DIY

Looking for a cool and unique gift for the men in your life this holiday season?  Well here it is...retro lego cufflinks!  You know your husband, dad, brother or boss most likely played with legos so this is a fun nostaligic gift to give :)

You'll need-

matching block lego pieces

cufflink blanks (search etsy in "supply" section, or check local craft store)

sturdy glue (gorilla glue is good)

little tin for gifting (I get these in the bridal section of craft store...they come in pack of 20)

This couldn't be easier...you kids can even do it!

See...perfect for the cool guy on your gift list!

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Holiday Gift Set...

10 cool retro gifts for under $90!  I just listed a holiday gift set in my etsy shop that includes 5 vintage style damsk flasks and 5 matching steel money clips!  They each come individually packaged for easy gifing.  Just think how much your friends, family, co workers,or bridal party will love a cool retro present that is unique and useful!  Even makes great host/hostess gifts during the holiday party season. 

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First Snow

Okay, so after tons of "Holiday gift Bazaars" I saw my first few snow flakes today with my son and now I'm finally feeling in the holiday mood! I'm going to be creating a beautiful new snow inspired poppy brooch tonight and will post it asap. Let it snow!

**look for my first holiday "free gift" contest soon**

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