Threads - Crochet + Fringe + Feathers >>>

 Yesterday I had a sweet treat from my hubby.  He called me before he came home and said, go put on something cute, Id like to take your picture for you today!!!  I was like, whaaaaaat?????  I was already wearing this, so I didnt have to change!  We drove around town and found a nice little nature trail.  Always fun to still discover spots in a town you've lived in all your life. 

I also experimented with my hair a bit yesterday.  I saw a fun tutorial online somewhere the other day about making beach waves by twisting your hair up in knots after you get out of the shower and just letting it air dry.  It worked!  I sprayed just a little bit of hairspray on the curls before I unpinned them and it lasted the rest of the day.  Such an easy thing to do, if you have several hours before you are going out.  My bangs are getting to the point where I either need to cut them again or let them grow out.  Im leaning towards growing them out again.  I love both styles so much, its always hard to decide.

Oh, and the single feather earring was made for my shop, but I decided to keep it... Sorry!  But I love it so, Ill make some more.  Same for the feather tassel belt.  The necklace is in the shop though.
 <<< outfit details >>>
earring + necklace + feather belt + wooden cab ring //  roots and feathers
black tulip dress + silver knuckle ring // f21
crochet top // olivia royale
fringe purse // lost boys and lovers
native moccs // blowfish shoes

My boy is off work today!  And we might even do something as crazy as get out of the house, gasp!  Not sure yet. 

PEACE,
Laura

Threads - Earthy Geometric >>>

 Yesterday was an exciting mail day!  I received this uh-mazing necklace from Moorea Seal.  She calls it the Trinity of Heart necklace.  Im so smitten.  And this adorable sheer top I snagged during Threadsence's memorial day sale!  My little heart was so in love, I immediately styled them up!  This dress tube dress and Blowfish shoes have just been waiting for the perfect components.  Ive worn the dress a few times so far, but this top just makes it perfect.  Some outfits just feel like home, and this one hits the nail for me.

 <<< outfit details >>>
sheer top // threadsence
tube dress + bird ring // f21
wedges // blowfish
necklace // moorea seal
earrings // christine domanic

 PEACE,
Laura

Threads - Jewel Tones >>>

Yesterday I took advantage of the fact that we were going grocery shopping in Kerrville and brought my camera so we could do my outfit pics down by the river. It was really bright and sunny, but it was fun to mix it up a bit.  Mr James was my photographer this time.  I just got these black moccasins in from Blowfish about 3 days ago, and Im in love big time.  I know I say 'these are my favorite pair' with each pair Ive ever received... but seriously, I think these are my favorite pair!  I kind of cant believe I waited so long to get them.  If I were you I would race to their shop to get you a pair b/c they are selling fast!!!  And I have been having so much fun styling my vest from O Bella Organics in different ways.  Its kind of a limitless, versatile wardrobe piece.  Love.  And I had been waiting to use this bag from Bird Trouble until I had my lookbook for The Bohemian Collective all done, and Im soooo thrilled to be able to use it everyday now!  Her workmanship is beyond perfect.  Not only is it the cutest bag around, its totally functional.  She put lots of pockets inside, and hooks and things to hang your keys from.  All around amazing bag.
<<< outfit details >>>
shirt // handmade (bought at renegade, designer umsteigen)
hemp vest // o bella organics
teal skinnies // F21
headband // red velvet
fringe bag // bird trouble
shoes // blowfish
necklace // roots and feathers

PEACE,
Laura

Threads - Patches & Cardinals >>>

A few days ago when I was feeling particularly down and missing my mama, I got the urge to embroider.  I picked up this sweet cardinal embroidery piece at a thrift store the other day.  It was on an unfinished piece of linen, and the moment I saw the two sweet birdies I just knew I had to have them and do something with them.  Cardinals instantly remind me of my mom, every time I see one.  Since its summertime and Ive been living in my cutoffs, I figured the perfect project would be to upcycle some old cutoffs.  As I was putting on the random patches and stitches, I remembered Kinsey's lace pocket diy from a few weeks ago, and wanted to do something similar to the pockets of these shorts.  I picked a pretty 70's inspired floral fabric and did random colored contrast stitching around them.  I used to make things like this all the time, and I realized its been forever since I sat down and created a little something just for my own wardrobe.  I spent hours sitting on my back porch, with the windows open so I could listen to Ray LaMontagne blare from indoors.  There was a bittersweetness in the air while I thought of my parents and quietly sewed away at my patches.  It was definitely soothing and healing for my soul.
<<< outfit details >>>
headband // thief and bandit
lace dolman top // lulu's.com
shorts // upcycled
shoes // blowfish
necklace // roots and feathers

Blowfish Shoes is having a huge sale this week!  25% off everything plus free shipping!  They tend to sell out fast when they have sales like this, so if you have been wanting to order something from them, you might want to this weekend!  And speaking of sales, James and I are thinking of having a sale on all 3 of our shops starting tomorrow, so check back for the announcement and coupon codes!

Sincerely Kinsey is having a giveaway on her blog with several items, including a Roots and Feathers necklace!



PEACE,
Laura