Inspiration In Action!

Referencing back to the post I made on the 24th of this month about Vintage Headpieces that Inspired me, I have made my first Headpiece! I made this one using a shoulder pad for the base so that it had shape and felt nice against your head... I also used Vintage beads, applique, and a vintage earring! It was very fun to make, a little tedious on the beading and sequins sewing but well worth it <3

A little Betty...
I am sure I will be sharing and talking more about this famed beauty, but I thought I'd share my latest project! I hand paint the bottoms of high heels, making each one into a piece of wearable art, and was so excited by the idea of adding some pinup style to my shoes. So I can look a little risqué and sexy even if I've paired the shoes with a comfy sweater :)

Being more spontaneous!

I love the ideology of seize the day, and try to be more spontaneous in all areas of life- I signed up for mobile blogging in hopes of transforming some of my posts to be that way too! If it works, I will try to give better glimpses into the ins and outs of my life, and show better what inspires me. While some posts that I will write are (or will be) very specific or clearly plannned, I also want to include some that lets you get to know me more. Because what a person creates depends on the type of person they are!

Ethel my new Favorite Model!

I took a simple foam head form and decoupaged it with an old pattern, newspaper seemed to thick. Then a coat of white acrylic paint, 2 coats of peach, then the hair, the eyes, the lips and a dash of blush (i used real blush to make it look more realistic), coat the whole thing with modge-podge matte to protect it!

Vintage Headpiece Inspiration

I want to start making some Vintage inspired Beaded pieces that can be worn in a variety of ways...  Smaller ones that can be headpieces, wristlets and anklets. Also Larger pieces that can be work on your head, or on your waist as a belt. Here are some that have inspired me!

More of what inspires...

There is so much that can inspire someone... ideas can come from any time, anywhere, or almost anything! One of my many inspirations is the rockabilly style. It has a hint of edginess, a little girliness, and a whole lot of fun! I absolutely adore Elvis, and the early ages of rock. It makes me wish I could dance better... I'd through on an A-line skirt, black leather jacket, and hit the jukebox!

Where to Begin :)

Visions of Erte's meticulous Art Deco ladies have been dancing around in my head leaving me wanting to adorn myself with a drop waist evening gown,  pearls, a turban, a fur coat, and a cigarette holder...even though i dont smoke.... I want velvet and silk from head to toe and gobs and gobs of jade jewelry... oh a girl can dream cant she <3