The results are out for the 2011 Travel + Leisure Best and Worst dressed cities and….drum roll please…. CHARLESTON was ranked #2 Best Dressed City! And with only .07 of a difference between the #1 Best Dressed City, New York!
Naturally, this Thursday we LOVE Travel + Leisure’s 2011 America’s Favorite Cities Report. Thank you for recognizing how awesome we are!
Brit
Like most, the word sale sends me into a frenzy, especially if it comes after the word trunk or designer! Unfortunately, I missed out on the Memorial Day sales this year, how were they? Did you manage to score any awesome finds; brand new pumps,chic patio sets, that handsome wallet you’ve been eyeing for Father’s Day?
If I had been able to shop til I dropped this past weekend here are a few of the up-coming summer trend items I would have had my eye out for:
Breezy summer tunics
The Tunic
A great go to piece for this summer is the Tunic. Wear with a cute pair of shorts or throw over your suit for a breezy summer look!
Bright Boat Shoes
Great for him or her, bright boat shoes gives an edge to a classic nautical inspired look. Convenient and easy to slip on, you’re ready to sail or shop, whichever you prefer!
Printed Shorts
From ikat to paisley, printed shorts are all the rage this summer. Dress it up with a neutral silk bow blouse and heels or wear it down with espadrilles and a tank, the possibilities are endless!
What was your favorite Memorial Day find?!
Brit
Ahh… imagine it… sand between your toes, a cold drink in your hand, good food next to you, listening to live music and laughing with friends. Yes, we’re talking about Party at the Point!
This live music series is held every Friday night this time of year (until late Read the rest of this entry ?
Don’t worry – no hard hats required! We are working on revamping this blog so that the look is a little fresher and the content a little easier for you to navigate! Please excuse our “dust” while we get it right! With any good DIY project, it takes a little time and patience to finish it. Thanks for being patient and please – check out our previous blogs!
Continuing with the frame theme this week (I may or may not be a little obsessed with them), I wanted to share with you a project I just completed using… yup! You guessed it! A frame!
My girls took FOREVER to grow hair, so I am making up for lost hair time with clips, bands, barrettes and more! The only problem is keeping them organized and in a convenient location. So last week the idea came to me. I grabbed a frame I found at Goodwill (for less than $3!), a can of spray paint, some ribbon and Voilá!
This little beauty took no time to make… once it was painted. For some reason, this frame soaked up the paint and required a few coats. Read the rest of this entry ?
Food, vendors, arts & crafts, live music, kids area and crabs! Yup! It’s that time of year again! Festival Time! And this Thursday, we “like” the 31st Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival on the Waterfront in Little River this Saturday and Sunday, May 19 & 20!
This year they are boasting some of the best arts & crafts vendors that the area has ever seen – and we know how much you all like crafts, so this is something you don’t want to miss! And… (drum roll please) Goodwill and our friends at WNMB 900 will help you get there! We are giving away a family 4-pack of tickets to the event! Leave a comment on this blog post (or on our facebook page) telling us why you should win and we will pick a random winner this afternoon at 5 pm!
Good luck and happy festivalling!
Jen
Frames… Seriously… what CAN’T you do with a frame!?!? This is the one item that I almost always pick up when I visit a Goodwill store. They are so versatile and you can usually find them pretty inexpensive! Seek out frames that have character, frames that are in decent shape and frames that are a good size for the space you are trying to fill. Try to look beyond the photo-holding capabilities of the frame and focus more on the frame itself. I could probably write 100 blog posts on what to do with frames (and maybe I will!) but here are a few ideas on what a frame can become with a little effort!
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Chalkboard Frames A little chalkboard paint goes a long way. Spray paint the frame in your favorite color (or keep as is) and paint a piece of wood or the frame’s glass with chalkboard paint to create a custom message board or beautiful inspirational board! (Click the photo for complete instructions) |
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| Frame Within A Frame How creative! Pick out two frames of different sizes, one that will fit nicely into the other. Spray paint or stain them the same color for consistency, add some fun scrapbooking paper or fabric in the middle and then frame a piece of art in the center frame. (Click the photo for complete instructions) |
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Kiddo Toy Mirror Frame Find a framed mirror, or purchase a mirror to a fit a frame you find at Goodwill. Fasten toys and other loveable keepsakes to the frame using super glue. Once completely attached, spray paint the newly decorated frame. Make sure that you protect the mirror from any paint (if attached). (Click the photo for complete instructions) |
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| Wreath Frame Find a simple frame and color if necessary (stain or spray paint). Wrap colorful yarn around the sides of the frame, using a hot glue gun as adhesive. Paint your family letter in a corresponding color and attach to the frame with yarn. Add any embellishments to create your own custom frame. (Click the photo for complete instructions) |
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Hey folks! I’m Jen and I am thrilled to be a part of this Trendy Thrifty Now blog as I am a huge advocate of Goodwill! Goodwill is a retail store, unlike any other, with hidden treasures and one-of-a-kind gems! Goodwill is a place where I can shop completely guilt-free because I know that, not only am I purchasing merchandise at incredible prices, but I am also helping to prevent more waste from ending up in our landfills by giving these pre-loved items another life. And the best part about it (yes, there’s more!) is that over 90% of the money that I spend in a Goodwill store goes towards helping individuals with barriers to employment gain job skills so that they can become self-sufficient! And I’m guessing as a reader of this blog, that you already know most of this and love Goodwill as much as I do! So, I’ll move on…
My absolute favorite part of shopping at Goodwill is finding those soon-to-be-masterpieces! You know, those pieces that have been a little too well-loved and are a little, well, rough around the edges, so to speak. Many of those items can be found for dirt cheap and have so much potential! With a little elbow grease and inspiration from Pinterest, these pieces can take on a brand new life and fit perfectly into my (or your) home!
So, my focus on this blog is to take you step by step through my journey of recreating, or to use the trendy term “upcycling”, pieces found at Goodwill! Don’t worry – Brit will still be posting her latest fashion and style tips – she is the true professional when it comes to latest style trends for clothing, accessories or décor (seriously, you should see her – always completely put together in high style!). But I will be contributing by adding posts every Friday illustrating how to repurpose things found at Goodwill. And here’s the kicker… each month we will give away one (or a few) of those items to one of our loyal readers!
Well, I look forward to sharing with you my Goodwill experiences and I hope to hear from you your stories and experiences. We would love to hear about pieces that you have upcycled or how you have turned someone’s “trash” into your treasure!
Looking forward to sharing this experience with you!
Alma Yamazaki
Out with the old and in with the new!
In the upcoming weeks the blog will be revamped; new look, more contributions, but same great quality fashion advice and D.I.Y ideas….just more of it!
Jen, our newest contributor, plans on bringing you crafts perfect for the family and tips on green living!
Check back Friday to find out more on what Jen has in store!
Brit
There is no better time to rock a scarf than a hot and humid summer! Sounds strange I know, but scarves aren’t just for winter! Because the moment you step outside in the summer your beautiful hair has the potential to get damaged by the sun, frizzed or blown out…..(Enter)…the Hair Scarf
Every lady must own a beautiful silk vintage scarf. Scarves are so versatile and have the ability to quickly transform any style, especially when worn in your hair. Take a look at the many ways you can wear the Hair Scarf, and don’t forget Goodwill has plenty of beautiful vintage print scarves for $2.99!!!
Ways to wear it
The Retro Bow
West African Hair Wrap
The Turban Knot
The Full Hair Wrap
The Headband Scarf
And we can’t forget the original and timeless
The Elegant Driving Scarf
Brit
