Dress Yourself in Handmade - Turquoise and Gray

Turquoise was last years hot color, but it doesn't seem to have been replaced with Honeysuckle pink.  I'm still seeing it splashed through the pages of French Vogue, Bazaar and in all sorts of fall fashion reports.  Easier to wear than pink, it adds a so much color to wardrobe basics.

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Battleship Grey Bamboo Cowl Neck Dress by replicca, $70

Lagoon Turquoise Earrings by rachellucie, £20

Leather Stripes Grey Bag by smadars, $169

Seafoam Stained Wood Bangle by vozclothingandart, $12

Dress Yourself in Handmade - First Day of School

I'm taking Kelly to her first day of Kindergarten this week, we're both very excited.  It's got me thinking about all my first days, the smell of freshly sharpened pencils and imagining all the first days to come.

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French Black and White Striped Tee by modaspia $45

Brass Pendulum Hoops by GlitzGlitter, $30

Daniela Tote with Vegan Leather Bottom by cindymars7, $37

Refillable Notebook by timeforteame, $28

What's your favorite back to school memory?

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Cool Mom

It's the most wonderful time of the year - first day of school!  I try to pull myself together, even if I'm just taking Kelly to school.  With some great basics in my closet it's easy to avoid the dreaded "pajama drop-off".  

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Luxe Trench Jacket by yellowcake, $142

Modern Silver Rectangle Ring by monkeysalwayslook, $32

Earth Pickle Necklace by urbanlegend, $25

Mini Ruche Bag in Aztec III Brown by jennyndesign, $186

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Yipes! Stripes!

From left to right:

Grey White Stripe Top by AliceCouture, $43.20

Ghost Orchid Collection Bracelet by ThePeachTree, $72

Linen Dish Towel in Black Stripes by smallbatchproduction, $16

Grey Striped Infinity Scarf by WhiteMoth, $17

Zebra Mama and Baby by bluebicicletta, $20

The Skinny Scarf by EcoShag, $18

Peach Stripe Smokestack by upintheairsomewhere, $48

Grey and White Chevron Stripe Pillow by greymaggy, $24.95

See the whole treasury here

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Pewter

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Wrap Top with Shawl Collar by Lirola, $69

Monette Sterling Silver Rectangle Hoops by Andromedii, $28

Ocean Jasper Ring by Huismus, $139

Cloud Zipper Tote Bag by bookhouathome, $77

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Red, White and Blue Cutie

A little handmade red, white and blue for everyone.

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Tiny Starlette Sparkler Trio by giantdwarf, $20

Saab Infant Onsie by WrenWillow, $22

Children's 3/4 Sleeve Top by treehouse28, $30

Red Striped Messenger Bag by ZeroBags, $32

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Casual Date Night

Not that I've had a date night, in oh, say months, but if I were to plan one, I'd try to keep it casual, with great jeans and some crazy high heels to fancy it up a little.

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Evening Black Wrap Top by AndyVeEirn, $100

Fast Clouds Necklace by littleocean, $32

Mixed Wood Bracelets by DavisMain, $9

Nostalgic Mini Pouch in Linen and Light Blue, $16

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Summer Linen

I love wearing linen in the summer, even though wrinkles usually drive me crazy, there's something about light and airy linen dresses and tunics that is so relaxing even my OCD can chill.

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Scoop Linen Tunic by pamelatang, $115

French Nautical Navy Striped Purse by ikabags, $44.67

Golden Bell Flower Charm Ring by kathiroussel, $68

Eco-Chic Ballet Flats by TheGeneration, $60

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Farmer's Market Totes

Tis the season, farmer's markets are popping up all over the place.  Bring a handmade tote and you'll be set!

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Stripe Day Bag by THIMBLEandACORN, $70

Screen Printed Mason Jar Grocery Bags by ohlittlerabbit, $15

DAILY Market Bag by neikodesigns, $45

Treehouse Tote by jennarosehandmade, $48

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Ruffles and Stripes

Stripes, pops of red and lots of ruffled edges.  I adore the knotted jewelry by terraform, so unique and full of texture.

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Gray and Red Striped Bubble Dress by larimeloom, $40

Mirror Reflection Necklace by Sumikoshop, $26.54

MILA Knotted Earrings by terraform, $25

Ruffle Eggshell Handbag by rutinet, $52

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Minimalist

Gray, minimal, modern - easy summer outfit.

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Good Luck Fork Shirt by Xenotees, $22

Sticks 02 Oxidized Sterling Silver Twig Bracelet by andrea0503, $89

The Paperback in Gray Waxed Canvas by moop, $169

Primitive Hammered 14k White Gold Ring by tinahdee, $249

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Crushed Berries

Patiently awaiting the first summer berries at the Farmer's Market this week!

 

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Crushed Berry Peekaboo Blouse by janeyclothing, $45

Auvenier Burlap Bag by iragrant, $98

Eggplant Wrinkle Scarf by WhiteMoth, $15

Efrat Chain by rafya, $32

Dress Yourself in Handmade - Dog Walk

Lake front dog walks demand some style, for both of us.

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Upcycled Sail Messenger Bag by reiter8, $120

Cotton Voile Summer Scarf by prettypennydesigns, $49

Chartreuse Green Glass Earrings by WildWomanJewelry, $29

Sprout Dog Collar by SillyBuddy, $27