Tag Archives: art

Sweater Weather

Posted on December 4, 2017 by carmen

This is a wonderful time of the year as we prepare for Christmas! It’s sweater weather and this one is a cozy cotton knit. I love the asymmetrical design with a blend of pink and burgundy shades. I paired it … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Fashion, Shopping | Tagged art, Christmas markets, Cloud Rabbit Designs, Etsy, handcrafted, handmade, Made in Canada, MBMIllustration, Rawkette, small businesses, Spring Meadow Co, Turning Heads Tuesday | 14 Comments

The Eagle has Landed

Posted on August 7, 2016 by carmen

Looking for a place to take some photos of my white and blue tops yesterday, we found this huge statue of an eagle. It just so happens that these cool cotton tops were bought at American Eagle, so it’s a … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, Art, Fashion, Nature, Nutrition, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged a little sage, alittlesage, American Eagle, art, Cleo, cold cucumber soup, crochet, eagle, paisley, photography, Scenery, shopping, Twice as Nice, vegan lifestyle, vegan recipe | 18 Comments

High Low Dress for all Seasons

Posted on March 12, 2015 by carmen

I got this chic high low dress at Hudson’s Bay in the fall. I’ve bought several high low dresses, skirts and tops ever since they made the fashion scene. The first time I laid eyes on one, I said – … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Shopping | Tagged all seasons dress, art, Fun Fashion Friday, high low dress, high low trend, International Home Interiors, lace, red ballet flats, red sandals, red shoes, shopping, zebra lounge | 33 Comments

Christmas Fairs and Markets

Posted on December 20, 2014 by carmen

One of the things I like to do during the Christmas season is go to fairs and markets. I enjoy the festivities: the atmosphere, Christmas music, meeting friends, talking to venders and I believe in supporting local artisans and vendors. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Christmas, Fashion, jewellery, Shopping | Tagged art, autumn, Christkindl Market, Christmas, Christmas gifts, Christmas markets, Christmas shopping, Christmas traditions, Deja Vu Design, eternity scarf, Fair November, houndstooth, houndstooth dress, Kynk Naturals, Olga Sara Originals, plaid coat, red boots, Shea butter, SLO mittens | 13 Comments

Lavender and Romance

Posted on November 6, 2014 by carmen

Niagara-on-the-Lake is a charming town surrounded by lavender fields, vineyards and a spectacular view of Lake Ontario. On a clear day you can see the Toronto CN Tower in the distance. First stop, on the edge of town, is the … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Autumn, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged art, day trip, fall, Frogpond Farm, Lake Ontario, lavender, Lavender Boutique, lavender fields, Neob, Niagara-on-the-Lake, organic wine, shopping, Tim Hortons, Trisha Romance, veggie panini, vineyards, wine | 13 Comments

Like Daughter – Like Mother

Posted on May 11, 2014 by carmen

My daughter Jean inspired me to start blogging, which has been a fashionable and fun hobby. She influenced me to become vegan and I’m healthier and happier for it. She gave me courage to get my ears pierced (I’m very … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Fashion, Florida, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, New York City, Plant-based diet, Restaurants, Seattle, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged art, Beach, fashion, Flamingo Gardens, Florida, Florida Everglades, Foodswings vegan restaurant, healthy living, Jeanofalltrades, memories, Mother's Day, New York City, plant-based diet, red dress, Seattle, style, travel, vegan, vegan lifestyle, vegan restaurants, vegan/vegetarian lifestyle | 21 Comments

Getting Over Sticker Shock

Posted on January 5, 2013 by carmen

Reblogged from Jeanofalltrades My dad taught me a neat trick and I am so impressed with it I just have to share. Have you ever bought something with an annoying price tag that you can’t peel off? Maybe you peel … Continue reading →