Etsy Essentials: The Best Polka Dots!

Polka dots are fun no matter where you find them, be it home decor or your wardrobe.  So, thank goodness we have lots of amazing Etsy sellers to continue to supply us fun polka dot patterns ranging from rompers and rings, to blazers and bathing suits.

 1. Monsieur Bubble - Plush Doll from A Curious Fox

2. Red and White Romper from Old School Cool

3. Vintage Mod Polka Dot Dress from MouseVox Vintage

4. Vintage 80s Clip On Earrings Plastic Polka Dot White Black from Smell Shoes Vintage

5. Sweet Cupcake Ring from DearBeatrice

6. Vintage Navy and White Dress from Archives

7. Connect The Dots Tank from Fancy Dress Parade

8. 1980s Vintage Polka Dot Jumper from Dalena Vintage

9. Vintage 1970s or 1980s Gold Polka Dot Dress from Timely Vintage

10. 80s Gold Studded Black Heels from Daughter of the River

11. Vintage Anchor Crop Top and Matching Skirt from Future Lint

12. Vintage Navy Blue Polka Dot Dress from Barefoot & Vintage

13. 1980s Polka Dot Secretary Dress from a cup full of sunshine

14. Vintage Skeleton Black Key Statement Necklace from A Wild Tonic

15. Broad Shouldered Navy Polka Dot Cropped Blazer from Tomorrow Never Knows

16. Vintage Blue and White Stripe and Polka Dot One Piece Swimsuit from Vintage Strings

17. Vintage Navy Polka Dot Ruffle Skirt Dress from Miskabelle Vintage

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--Annie, Time Enough For Drums

The Grass is Always Greener: Etsy Essentials to Get Your Best Look in Green

Can you believe that summer is halfway over already?  It's hard to believe!  It's time to start putting together our autumn wardrobes, or at least find some pieces that we can wear make the transition from one season to the other.  And what better color than green?  It's definitely one of those hues that looks great with your summer or fall essentials.

1. Green Quilted Large Chain Purse from Tomorrow Never Knows

2. Dear Emma Headband in Avocado from DearBeatrice

3. Dark Teal Vintage Summer Dress from Barefoot & Vintage

4. Vintage Kelly Green Fabric Heels from Smelly Shoes Vintage

5. Vintage MALIA Cotton Green Hawaiian Pink and White Floral Maxi Dress from Miskabelle Vintage

6. Vintage 60's Aloha Maxi Dress from MouseVox Vintage

7. Vintage Pleated High Waisted Olive Khaki Shorts from Castaway Vintage

8. Lovely Lace Collar Sweater from Fancy Dress Parade

9. Vintage Rock Candy Blue and Green Necklace and Earring Set from A Wild Tonic

10. 1950/1960s Green and Gold Dress from Archives

11. 1970s Vintage Sleeveless Big Bold Paisley Blue and Green Jumper from Vintage Strings

12. 1950s/1960s Siren Sportswear Sleeveless Floral Romper in Chartreuse with Bluejays and Tulips from Timely Vintage

13. Vintage 70s Plush Emerald Green High Collar Sweater from Daughter of the River

14. Vintage Sage Green Uniform Shirt from Future Lint

15. Mod Lime Green Floral Dress from Old School Cool

16. 1960s Pea Green Pencil Skirt from Dalena Vintage

17. Vintage Green and Yellow Floral Maxi Dress from a cup full of sunshine

18. Vintage 70s Sage Grecian Dress from Darling Nikki Vintage

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--Annie, Time Enough For Drums

Etsy Essentials for your Mad Men TV Night

With the premiere of Mad Men behind us, any blogger or vintage maven out there is most likely sitting on the edge of her seat and waiting the second installment of Season 4.  I won't give any spoilers here if  you haven't seen it already, but I'm already feeling good about this season!  And here are some lovely wares that will be sure to keep you in style for all your Mad Men watching.  Think Betty, Peggy, and Joanie!

1. Vintage White Gloves with Orange Stitching from Future Lint

2. Vintage 50s Plaid Blue Shirtwaist Dress Full Skirt from Castaway Vintage

3. Vintage 1980's Red, Grey, and Black Pinstriped Wool Blend Skirt from Daughter of the River

4. Vintage 1960s Rich Royal Blue Joan Mad Men Dress from Vintage Strings

5. 1960s Black and Red Peggy Olson Vintage Dress from apt22

6. Vintage Coral Shirtwaist Dress with Jeweled Buttons from a cup full of sunshine

7. Mustard 1960's Inspired Dress from DearBeatrice

8. Vintage Black and White Polka Dot Shirt Dress from Barefoot & Vintage

9. 1950s Ruby Red Jackie O Skirt Suit from Dalena Vintage

10. 1950s Handmade Cocktail Dress from Archives

11. Vintage 60s Yellow Keyhole Shift Dress from Darling Nikki Vintage

12. Vintage 50's Senators Ball Shift Dress from MouseVox Vintage

13. Vintage 1950s or 1960s Jackie O Floral Sleeveless Dress with Velvet Emerald Sash from Timely Vintage  

14. Full Floral Button Down Skirt from Old School Cool

15. Vintage Mary Richards Striped Blouse from A Wild Tonic

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--Annie, Time Enough For Drums

Vintage Suede Skirt Giveaway!

Calling all vintage sellers! I have this gorgeous black suede skirt that, with some fixing up, will make a nice piece either to sell or wear. It's a high waist pencil skirt. There are only two real problems with it. One tiny problem is that the slit at the bottom in the back is coming undone slightly, maybe half an inch. That's an easy fix. I only mention it here because I want there to be no surprises later!

The other (larger) problem is that the zipper is broken. The zipper pull is only attached to one side of the zipper. I'm not sure if there's a way to fix this or if you'd have to put in a whole new zipper. Honestly, once I realized that even if I did fix it it'd be way too small for me, I kind of stopped trying.

Anyway, if anyone at all wants this skirt, you can have it! Just email me and I'll grab your address and send it to you. If you don't live in the U. S. I'll probably ask you to help pay for postage, but if I just have to mail within the U. S. I'll cover postage. This skirt is so beautiful I just want it to go to a good home!

Love, Lauren from A Curious Fox.

Midsummer Night's Sale and Shop Update!

Hi everyone! I just listed a bunch of new items in my store and I am also running a promotion until August 19th. If you use the code "MIDSUMMER" at checkout you will recieve 25% off your purchase!

             1.   Vintage Floral Romper      

                                    2. Vintage Floral Button Down Dress             

3. Vintage Red and White Striped Dolman Sleeve Crop Top

4.Vintage Blue Floral Boho Sun Dress

5. Vintage White Cotton Embroidered Dress

6. Vintage Cream Cotton Maxi Dress

7. Vintage Woven Peep Toe Heels Size 6

8.Vintage Chocolate Brown Leather Handbag

Thanks for looking! Stop by and say Hi on my blog, Thriftaway Vintage!

An Etsy Clothing Swap, Annie-Style

Once upon a time, two Etsy sellers named Annie decided to team up and do a clothing swap of items that will soon be featured in their Etsy Shops.  So, naturally, it's an Etsy clothing swap done Annie-style!  In Porltand, Oregon, Annie of Little Ocean Annie received a bright blue buffalo plaid blouse, whilst in Northern Virginia, Annie of Timely Vintage opened her mail to find a lovely 1980s-era floral dress.

Here's what Annie had to say about the blouse she received from Timely Vintage: "When I got to Portland, I had the cutest package waiting for me, from Annie! Out of a few items, this blouse caught my eye the most.I immediately was reminded of "Wet Hot American Summer" when I saw it, which is perfect, because that's one of my favorite movies!"

Here's what the other Annie had to say about the mini-dress she received from Little Ocean Annie: "I was so delighted when I opened my package from Annie and this beautiful floral dress came out.  It's probably not something I'd see in a store and think to purchase; but, I just love it!  It was especially fun to take an item that vintage 1980s/1990s (I'm guessing on era here, so correct me if I'm wrong, Annie!) and pair it with items that give it a completely different vibe.  I threw in my 1940s fascinator and some bobby socks and clogs.  I feel very 1940s in this ensemble.  I had such fun taking these photos; it's been one of the most fun photo shoots and stylings I've done in a while!"

Like something you see? Make sure to check both Little Ocean Annie and Timely Vintage to see when these items are for sale!  And stay tuned for more Annie clothing swaps to come!

You can also visit their personal style blogs: Little Ocean Annie and Time Enough For Drums.

Let's Hear it for the Boys!

Miskabelle is getting together a HIP selection of vintage menswear in our Etsy shop!Here are just a few previews, featuring our hottie male model (J's hubby!)

Brown Western Shirt

Kelly Green Lacoste Cardigan

Gray Plaid Camp Shirt

Looks just like pieces you might find on the rack at Urban Outfitters, but these are certified vintage, baby!  Once we post our first set of pieces (July 1st!), we do hope you will send your boys--or men--our way.  We promise, we won't even flirt, we'll just dress them well.  Or, bring yourself on over and buy your special guy something that makes him look so good you'll want him to take it right off! ;)

We're so excited to explore new vintage horizons....and coming soon, an even BIGGER announcement! (BIGGER is the first hint....)

Visit the Miskabelle Shop here!

Action Is The Fruit: Vintage Swimsuit Sale

Happy Sunday to you kiddos,  it's Starr from A Thought Is The Blossom here to announce that I've just added my year long collection of vintage swimsuits to the shop.



I've got something for everybody, including two bombshell pieces from the 40's, a pair of handmade pin up style bottoms from the 60's....


....three crazy cool floral numbers from the 60's and 70's (one of which features an incredible scalloped faux skirt), one impeccable Hollywood glamor style piece from the 30's...


....one pin up style bikini from the 80's, and three 80's/90's pieces that I'd almost rather wear as a bodysuit under my shorts than as a swimsuit!

Just visit the shop to read more about them.