4 Fun DIY Home Projects

I have been in a bit of a DIY project / reorganize everything in your house / rearrange all the furniture mood this week. I finally printed out a bunch of photos I had been wanting to frame and the house feels so much warmer with them all around. Next up are some little projects for around the house to add a little character. Here is a little roundup of some fun DIYs I found around the web - I especially like the lap desk for drinking tea and reading a magazine in bed. Hope your weekend was fab! 

1. Pom Pom Wall Hanging - A Beautiful Mess

2. Copper Clothing Rack - Cupcakes and Cashmere

3. Spray Paint Marbled Planters - Vintage Revivals

4. Wood & Hairpin Leg Lap Desk - The Merrythought

Wore : Vintage Denim Bows Top

Yesterday I wore my new favorite vintage top I got from The Getup Vintage in Montpelier (if you remember from this post). I am getting excited for fall guys. Falling leaves, boots, soccer, carving pumpkins, sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, plaid shirts, cute hats, hikes, apple picking, crisp mornings, the new fall T.V. lineup, football, new beginnings. Isn't it the best? What's your favorite part of the autumn season?

Weekend Recap : Girls' Day

A little late weekend recap from this Saturday. My sister Kelly and I had a "girls' day", and it was so wonderful. She is getting married next summer, so we did some wedding dress shopping in the morning at a local shop. She looked amazing in so many of the dresses that it was seriously hard to pick. There was one contender, however, that was stunning and looks like it might be "the one". It made me want to get married again just so I could pick another dress! (Justttt kidding, that was enough work the first time hah) Afterwards we walked around the Burlington Farmer's Market and got brunch at Magnolias, a favorite restaurant of mine. I got the lemon ricotta pancakes and she got the lime Belgian waffles, and we both got grapefruit juice mimosas. SO. GOOD. It was great to have a nice morning off together as we've both been so busy with work that we haven't been able to see each other very much lately. Happy hump day everyone, and plan a girls' day for yourself soon, its good for the soul!

P.S. She vetoed the dress below, otherwise I wouldn't ruin the surprise ; )

Happy Tuesday : Favorite Links

A few of my favorite links to bring you into the new week. Lots to share this week so stay tuned!

1. A DIY easy wooden frame that looks awesome with black and white photos.

2. I somehow just discovered San Francisco based Camp Collection, and am now obsessed. I mean, their motto is "blaze your own trail". Come on.

3. Sydney's family trip to Idaho looked fun, and as always beautifully photographed.

4. I love the variety of rugs in this Parisien loft space.

5. Digging the new lace-up trend. 

Roundup : My Favorite Vintage For Fall

Can you believe we are nearing the end of August? This summer has flown by. I have to admit that even though I love the rest of summer, August and September are my favorite months. They have such a relaxed vibe to them and the anticipation of new things is in the air. I maybe can do without this insane heat wave, as I am sitting here sweating to death even though a box fan set on high is a foot away from my face.

One of my favorite things about August is anticipating what my fall wardrobe will be. I am not in school anymore, nor do I have a traditional job I go to every day where I need to get dressed, but I still love imagining the new pieces I will add each year. Especially when I buy the "September Issue" of Vogue (right?!). 

I put together a little roundup of some of my favorite vintage items I want to get for fall, from a few of the raddest vintage shops on Etsy. Enjoy!

Jumpsuit - PowerPlantShop

Denim Jumper - TimeWarpBR

Suede Skirt - DaisyFieldVintage

Oversized Cardigan - GeronimoVintage

Paper Thin Tee - NOIROHIOVINTAGE

Silk Scarf - zaama

Leather Boots - OldSchoolSwank

Long Sleeve Maxi - SurfandtheCity

Introducing OldSchoolSwank Bandana Scarves

I am so excited to announce that today I will be launching a line of hand sewn bandana scarves in my shop. I have been working on this idea for a while now, and am so happy with how it came together. The scarves are made in both vintage and new fabrics, focusing on retro style prints. Each one features the new "OldSchoolSwank" logo printed on a small white tag on one side. They are perfect for the fall transition time paired with a simple tee or a leather jacket (see below for some styling ideas). I will continue to post new styles/fabrics as I source them, so check back to see whats new! 

You can find them HERE starting this afternoon.

Happy Monday : Favorite Links

A few of my favorite links from this weekend to bring you into the new week, again. Maybe I should just move this series to Monday ; ) Hope your weekend was fab!

1. Love these cute sketches.

2. A modern looking, quick craft that would add some cute style to your home.

3. I love when tie-dye is done right ; )

4. This Victorian home is amazing.

5. Cross back dresses get me every time. So adorable.