Arizona

We've been in Arizona these past few days visiting with family. It's always fun to be in a different climate and be surrounded by new landscape. Here are some of the scenic shots I got from our trip. The windmills and charred bushes I took out of window while we were driving home. I hope you all had a lovely weekend!
♥ anne

My Christmas Cards

Well, my Christmas cards are finally done! There are three different designs in the set- a Dodge Valiant, a VW Bus and a Fireball. The originals are water color and ink and all three say, "Merry Christmas" on them. They are up for sale in my shop, so come check them out.

♥ anne

Happy Thanksgiving!

photo credit here

I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving! Try not to get too stuffed :O

♥ anne

And the winner is...

Alrighty, I put all the names in the jar... and the winner is... Maria of Lulu Letty! Congratulations! Please email me at littlestfloweranne@gmail.com and I'll send out your purse asap.

I wanted to thank everyone for joining in fun. I'll definitely be doing another giveaway in the future. And thanks also to all my fellow bloggers and your wonderful comments. You all are the best! I'm so glad I started a blog. It's been such a wonderful experience so far. I never imagined I'd meet such lovely people this way.

♥ anne

Weekly Quote

"One man's style must not be the rule of another's."

Jane Austen

I think this is so true. I'm not a fan of "rules" when it comes to style. Even if I don't care for what someone else is wearing, they like it, and isn't that more important? What do you think?

btw- I love the above photos! They certainly aren't trying to follow any rules. So rad!

Also, today is the last day to enter my giveaway. So get your comments in!

Have a wonderful Monday y'all.

♥ anne

The Pogues

Shop Update!!!

1. Plaid Blouse
2.Pleated Black Dress
3.Tie Dye Shirt
4.Floral 80s Tube Dress
5.Black Esprit Dress
6.Floral Canvas Bag
7.Floral Sheer Dress
8. Vintage Heels

WooHoo!!! I think I'm a wee bit nutty after uploading all that into my shop! I think I need a drink :) hehehe
Happy Friday everyone,
♥ anne

Here I am sitting under my quilt, all warm and snug, with my coffee. Let me say, with my busy day ahead, this is the last thing I should be doing. And, seeing as how I'll be out all day, my shop update will have to be done in the morning :( So much to do, so little time. But, I thought I would leave you with a few sneak peaks of a couple items that will be up for sale tomorrow.


There's much more to come!
Also, just a reminder that there are only four days left in the giveaway. So get your comments in so you have a chance to win!

♥ anne

The 90s called...

dress- thrifted
shoes- thrifted
beret- have had for years
sweater- charlotte russe, I think

I've really been enjoying this dress. It's so comfy and has just that 90s feel I've been desiring lately. I picked it up at the Salvation Army a few months ago and have really grown quite fond of it. I also wore a beret today. I love hats, especially when they really serve a purpose, like covering dirty hair. Which was definitely the case today. I know, this isn't a pretty thing to think about, but I don't always have the time to wash and blow dry my hair and a hat is the perfect solution, wouldn't you agree?
Today was just awesome! I did some thrifting for my shop, and let me tell ya, I found some awesome pieces! I can't wait to get them up in my shop. I also had dinner at my Daddy's house. It was delicious as always and my Dad and I did the dishes while we listened to Neil Young (the dishes should never be done without good music). Thrifting, some wine, yummy food, wonderful music and family- what more could a girl ask for in a day?

Here's to happy times!
♥ anne

Weekly Quote

"I dress for the image. Not for myself, not for the public, not for fashion, not for men."

Marlene Dietrich

I can't say I necessarily agree with this quote (I still love Marlene Dietrich though). I do dress for myself and for my husband. And if I'm going to be honest here, I'd have to admit that I dress for others as well. I mean, who out there doesn't enjoy getting compliments? I'm not saying I'd wear something that wasn't me, in hopes of getting compliments. I'm just wondering, is really that big of deal to dress for yourself, the public, fashion or men?

It's interesting, even if you don't care about fashion, you are still saying something about yourself based on how you look. As much as one may not want to admit it, you are still making a statement with your clothes.

What statement do you want to make? And unless you're like Marlene Dietrich, who do you dress for?

♥ anne

p.s.- Don't forget about the giveaway!

"You're going to reap just what you sow..."

Here's to sowing love and kindness today. If I can successfully do that, I think I will truly have "A Perfect Day".

This was my wedding song, I just love it so much. I hope you all have a lovely day!

♥ anne

Thank you Heather for the award!

The rules:

1) Thank the person who nominated me for this award.
2) Copy the award & place it on my blog.
3) Link to the person who nominated me for this award.
4) Tell us 7 interesting things about yourself.
5) Nominate 7 bloggers.
6) Post links to the 7 blogs I nominate.

Ok. Let's see...seven interesting things-

1. I've hiked to the top of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. (photo credit here)

2. I had an all natural home birth with my third babe. Thank you South Coast Midwifery!

photo credit here

3. One of my favorite books is Cannery Row by John Steinbeck.

4. If I could drive any vehicle, this would be it! And, one day I will!!!

5. I can't stop eating popcorn. No really, it's becoming a problem.

6. I was on the cover of a hair magazine several years ago. Yep, that's me folks!

7. Here I am in high school. I call these, "my dark days". hahaha

Well that was pretty darn fun! Here are the seven blogs I nominate-

Emma's Music

Thrift Candy

Lulu Letty

The Stitchy Life

Kaleidoscopic Refrains

Mamushka Marie

Minneapolis Real Food Lover

I just wanted to say thank you for all the wonderful comments I've been receiving, you gals are the best! Also, go here to enter my current giveaway, if you haven't already.

Take care,
♥ anne

A Giveaway!!!

Alrighty, it's time for my first giveaway! Check out my shop and leave a comment on this post telling me your favorite item, and this cute clutch could be yours!

I will pick a winner on November 24, so get your comment in by 11pm on the 23rd.

p.s.- feel free to spread the word :D Also, this giveaway is open to internatioal readers.

Good luck!

♥ anne

Etsy Update

1. Gunne Sax dress
2. Sears super cute nightgown
3. Uniform dress
4. Light blue Gunne Sax dress

Just a little update. Come check out my shop to see all that is for sale. Also, I'm going to be doing my first giveaway. So, come back tomorrow so you can enter!

♥ anne

I think I need a cloche!

I have always loved cloche hats. I think they are absolutely adorable! Now, I know I have long hair and all, but I'm determined to find a way to make it work. Seeing as how my head is on the larger side I think I'll skip trying to find a vintage one, even though that would be my preference. The two pictured above, are from Anthropologie. I think I'm going to have to get one.