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Pink is always a good idea! 💗What a unique opportunity I had to shoot some videos while Jordan is photographing her model Carmyn! Check out the amazing fashion creations made by Jordan! @templebayco❤️The beach! ❤️The flowers! ❤️The sidewalk restaurants!#niagaraonthelakeA summer day at Niagara-on-the-Lake. Happy weekend!Sending love with all my heart!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Merry Christmas! Christmas blessings of peace, joy and love!❤️ #merrychristmas #christmas #snow #whitechristmasBaby, it’s cold outside! Dancing in the Kincardine gazebo!💃🕺🏼#dancing #kincardine #gazeboDecember 1st and all our nutcrackers are ready for Christmas!NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: blue buffalo check sweaterAutumn leaves echos in my mind as the majestic trees are garbed in gold and crimson. A walk on a little country road is a pleasant way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Kincardine. #kincardine #autumnleavesSunny autumn days! Happy October! ❤️Pre-loved orange sweater made in Canada. #october #thriftedfashion #fashionblogger #slowfashionGingham— as timeless as a white picket fence. Makes me happy and reminds me of my childhood, living in a house with a pink gingham kitchen.Holiday in August at Niagara-on-the-Lake.It’s a lovely day today at Niagara-on-the-Lake, the prettiest flowers in this charming town with flowers everywhere! 🌹🌸🌺🌷🌻Some of my favourite things: a summer afternoon view from the window, vintage decanter from the ‘60s, fashion jewellery, heart mirror and a painting of little beach houses. ❤️Duckie taking a bath.Sunset in Kincardine, another day is over and time to dream…❤️Summer sunsets on Lake Huron make me feel fine!❤️Tweetie our shredding machine in action. She will destroy secret information as well as magazines and unwanted advertising. A very useful little helper.
Category Archives: Thirfting
The Tale of Two Skirts
Shopping in Ridgeway and Crystal Beach is always an enjoyable experience. Supporting and promoting small businesses, local shops and ethical companies has been my fashion mission. Especially since my daughter Jean opened an eco boutique in Seattle, I realized how … Continue reading
Workshop at Crystal Beach
I enjoy going to WORKSHOPS! My husband works while I shop! This time we went to Crystal Beach–the South Coast of Ontario. Maria and I went on a shopping spree. Strolling along the charming streets of Crystal Beach and Ridgeway … Continue reading
Posted in Easter, Fashion, Thirfting
Tagged Chrystal Beach, He's Alive, Maria, The Village Boutique, The Wild Daisy, thrifted fashion
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Pink Puffer Coat and Pink Puffer Jacket
We are still in the middle of winter here in Kincardine. The only way to change that is to move south. Next best thing is to keep warm with my new pink puffer coat. While shopping this season in the … Continue reading
Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Seattle, Shopping, Thirfting, Winter
Tagged cruelty-free fashion, Lake Huron, puffer coat, puffer jacket, Save The Duck
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My New Christmas Coat
Actually, it’s new for me. However, it is per-loved bought for $20 at a thrift shop. Made in Italy and looks like a fabulous designer coat with a whimsical vibe. I love red coats in winter to brighten up my … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Fashion, Thirfting
Tagged berets, Christmas, Christmas markets, Nativity, red coat, thrifted fashion
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These boots are made for walking!
I planned this outfit around these burgundy booties; not only are they pre-loved, they are also vegan. I pulled out my burgundy polka dot leggings, added a burgundy hemp scarf and topped it off with my pre-loved burgundy beret. Another … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Thirfting
Tagged autumn, beret, burgundy, hemp scarf, pre-loved, second-hand, vegan booties
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Hydrangeas and Autumn Leaves
The photos above were taken in my dear friend Ruth’s amazing garden. She gave me a bunch of hydrangeas and I put them in vases in every room. Beret: Zack’s (Canadian women’s apparel)T-shirt: thrifted – made in CanadaHoodie: Roxy (over … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Thirfting
Tagged autumn leaves, gardens, houndstooth, hydrangeas, Marshalls, sunset, vegan purse, Zack's
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Orange and White for Autumn
Time for sweaters! This pre-loved sweater is made in Canada. The large buttons are off-centered. I paired it with these white cargo pants that I’ve had for ages. It’s a warm autumnal look and we’re enjoying some lovely autumn days … Continue reading
Thrifted Michael Kors Top
The fragrance of the lilacs I love this time of year when flowers and blossoms appear, they make such lovely backdrops. Top: Michael Kors via thrifted $5.Clutch: gift Skinny jeans: Le ChateauSandals: Romika I was happy to find this Michael Kors … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Spring, Thirfting
Tagged black and white fashion, lilacs, Michael Kors, thrifting
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The Merry Month of May!
There are several reasons why May is so merry this year. ♥ My daughter Jean came to visit for Mother’s Day. ♥ My brother’s birthday is in May. ♥ I got to go to my first dance of this year. … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Photography, Thirfting
Tagged daughter, family, Jean of all Trades, Kincardine Ontario, Mother's Day, son, sunsets, thrifted fashion
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TWICE as NICE: Turquoise and Fuchsia
What a lovely surprise when my daughter Jean sent me both these tops. They are super soft with 3/4 length sleeves and a cowl neck. We both have a tradition of buying two-of-a-kind when we like something (in different colours) … Continue reading
Posted in eco fashion, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Spring, Thirfting
Tagged daffodils, fuchsia, Jean of all Trades, Mother's Day, spring, thrifting, turquoise
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