Tag Archives: Jean of all Trades

Florals and Pinstripes and a Flapper-style Hat

Posted on December 12, 2019 by carmen

Pinstripes always make me think of men’s suits. I made my brother a green pinstripe suit in the 1960s especially for performing with his band. It’s a pattern that looks elegant on men and women alike. A touch of pattern-mixing, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged fashion with compassion, flapper-style hat, florals, How Fashion Saved the Birds, Jean of all Trades, my brother Johnny, pinstripes, save the birds, thrifted booties, thrifted fashion | 18 Comments

Covered Perfectly: houndstooth top

Posted on December 2, 2019 by carmen

Covered Perfectly is an American company founded by Pauline Durban. This is one of my favourite tops, not only because I love houndstooth, but it’s so comfortable which every Covered Perfectly top is. Comfort, quality and made in the USA! I … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Shopping | Tagged Covered Perfectly, houndstooth, Jean of all Trades, Pauline Durban | 18 Comments

Style Challenge: In the PINK

Posted on May 1, 2019 by carmen

Jean and I both bought these pretty pink spring jackets with a military vibe (made in Italy) on our day trip to Snohomish, Washington. They also came is navy blue and grey. There are buttons on both edges on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Seattle, Spring, Style Challenge | Tagged Alice the Cat, Jean of all Trades, Made in Italy, May, pink, pink jacket, style challenge | 24 Comments

SAVE THE DUCK!

Posted on April 1, 2019 by carmen

April Fools! It’s NO joke! This is April in Ontario. I was hoping to put away my winter coats for the season but we had another snowfall. There’s a lovely nature trail through the forest behind my house and it … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, Scenery, Spring | Tagged cruelty-free jacket, ethical fashion, Jean of all Trades, Save The Duck, Springtime in Canada | 23 Comments

ArmedAngels – eco fashion

Posted on March 21, 2019 by carmen

What’s better than an ArmedAngels skirt? TWO ArmedAngels skirts! I first heard about this ethical company in Germany when my daughter Jean and I were in Berlin. In the meantime, she has opened her own eco-boutique in Seattle and carries … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Seattle, Shopping, Spring | Tagged Armed Angels, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, Jean of all Trades, skirts | 31 Comments

Fremont Flea Market – Seattle

Posted on February 27, 2019 by carmen

We always enjoy great adventures every time we visit Seattle and there are always new places to explore, but we never miss a chance to go to the Fremont Flea Market, it’s on our to do list every time! We … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Seattle, Shopping, Travel | Tagged flea markets, Fremont Flea Market, Jean of all Trades, Seattle, second-hand | 18 Comments

Snowing in Seattle

Posted on February 4, 2019 by carmen

SEATTLE WEATHER NEWSFLASH We woke up to a blanket of snow this morning. Wouldn’t you know it, just after I wrote about sunny in Seattle in my last post, it is now snowy in Seattle! Many flights were cancelled and … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Cruelty-free, Fashion, Scenery, Seattle, Travel, Winter | Tagged cruelty-free fashion, cruelty-free jacket, Jean of all Trades, Save The Duck, snow, snowing in Seattle, winter in Seattle | 39 Comments

Leather is not Fabric

Posted on November 17, 2018 by carmen

I have heard people use the term “fabric” for leather. Leather is animal skin, but I guess people prefer the euphemism—fabric. The little bunny on my sidebar lets readers know that my blog is fur-free. I wear faux fur to promote … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Autumn, Cruelty-free, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography | Tagged faux leather, faux suede, faux-fur, Jean of all Trades, leather, non-leather, Sunshine and Slaughter | 17 Comments

Autumn Florals

Posted on November 3, 2018 by carmen

My daughter Jean (Jean of all Trades) wrote an article Floral Dress for Fall and inspired me to imitate her look with my floral mini dress, a denim jacket and red tights, perfect transitional outfit. I get a lot of … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged Autumn Florals, Floral Dress for Fall, Florals for Fall, Jean of all Trades, thrifted fashion, thrifting | 40 Comments

Summer Magic

Posted on September 27, 2018 by carmen

Summer has left us once again but has given us many happy memories to cherish. My BEST surprise when my daughter Jean came to visit in June. Canada Day with our grandchildren. Car shows with my family Visitors from Germany, … Continue reading →