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That purse meme thing

Published
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Girl Friday
on July 14, 2008
in Goodies, Listmaking and Random
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I finally did the purse meme. I’m surprised it took me so long since I LOVE HANDBAGS.

The rules…
1. Take a picture of your purse.
2. Take a picture of its contents.
3. Explain!

The purse…this is my every day work purse by HYPE. I am very proud of this find. It retailed for about $300 but I got it at Marshall’s for $100. I have had this handbag for three years or more and used it consistently for about two years. It’s in gorgeous condition still. It has really nice adjustable “belts” that allow you to expand the size a bit.  This is the purse that I totally envision as part of my Superheroine persona!

It has nice inside pockets. It is an easy purse to use because it’s not too deep so nothing can really get lost.

I’m not always this organized, but in the summer months I’m constantly switching handbags so right now it’s especially clean.

Top to bottom. Left to right.

1. My Moleskine datebook. I love notebooks and what’s not to love about this lovely leather one? If Moleskine was good enough for Picasso and Hemingway, then it’s good enough for me.
2. Black Precise V-5 Rolling Ball pen. I have to have a pen with me in case inspiration strikes
3. Blackberry Pearl. This is so lovely and handy. I’m going to miss it when I upgrade to an iPhone.
4. Sony headphones. I use them at work with my computer or with number 5.
5. iPod Nano. The BF gave this to me and it’s my little treasure.
6. Anne Taintor vanity mirror. It has a lovely lady with the text, “Beauty: it’s not just a job, it’s an adventure.”  So true!  This was a gift from The Pink Fairy.  I use it all the time.
7. Smashbox overexposure lipstick pencil in Pix.  There are great Smashbox box sets at Costco for cheap.  True story.
8. Eco Tints lip tint in Mocha Velvet.  A gift from my coworker Bev.  Love the taste, and it’s great for a no nonsense day but when you still want a bit of color.
9. Cherry Chapstick.  You can’t go wrong with this.
10. Loreal Color Juice in Candy Apple.  When I want a glam look.
11. Urban Decay XXX Shine in Love Junkie.  I think my lip product collection would get Lorelai’s seal of approval.
12. Keys-car, work, home, garage.
13. Coach Wallet. I got this for Christmas a few years ago. I love it. It’s simple and keeps me organized.
14. Hands Free headset. It’s the law now. Gotta use it.
15. Coach Sunglasses. I should have taken a pic of the actual glasses. They are kind of square framed tortise shell glasses. Love them.
16. Inhaler. I’ve had asthma since I was six. This is an emergency inhaler. I luckily haven’t had to use it in a while.
17. Chocolate covered Altoids. Yum!  It’s like dessert.
18. Business Cards. I get to reorder news once since our program changed to a department and my title is changing!  I’m totally still the Superheroine of Small Offices Everywhere!  Instead of hiring a new person, I’ll be doing two jobs at once.
19. Gum. Yum!

Your turn!  What’s in your bag?

A Fabulous Mixed Bag

Published
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Girl Friday
on December 13, 2007
in Diary 1.0, Goodies, Homegirl, How To and Listmaking
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Favorite Things, Part VI

(…continued from Part I, II, III, IV, and V)

Right about now you should be done with holiday shopping, right? Well, you would be if you took the hints from retailers in October! If you’re like me, then you’re still scrambling for some things. The thought of entering another store in the hopes that you’ll find the perfect gift for so-and-so can be daunting. I had a few people on my list who are particularly troublesome, so I made a list of their favorite things and solved my mini-crisis in seconds. Do it. No, seriously, write down some things (right now!). Your list might look like this: candy, nature walks, recycling, and medieval times. All of these things seem like potential shopping woes. Not so with Etsy! Just search for your items in “tags, titles, descriptions.”

Seemingly unrelated favorite things are easy to find on Etsy:

1. Clever Girl makes sweet jewelry. It’s playful and makes me crave candy!

This pendant is darling!

2. If living a healthy life outdoors is more your speed, check out The Full Spectrum’s line of tees and totes. The artist screen prints flowers, sea life, and even bikes on an array of colorful cottons.

Don’t worry, not every artist I like caters to just women! The Full Spectrum also has men’s shirts!

3. If you’re worried about the waste that the holidays produce, consider Easy Being Green’s Eco-Conscious note card set.

The message is snarky, but well meaning! Educations is key, people!

I also love Remade’s creations using materials with a former life. The artist makes beanies out of beloved sweaters and cuffs out of vintage belts.

I think this would be another great gift for a stylin’ guy.

4. If you’re looking for art with old world charm, then look no further than Emily Balivet. Her artwork is stunning. I’m in love with the Twelve Women with Birds print!

It reminds me of the story of the Twelve Dancing Princesses that I used to read as a child.

Finding the unusual is really quite simple. Shopping always takes longer than one expects, but the benefits of our hard work is absolutely evident when a friend opens up his or her treasure. Take the time to find something just right. Be considerate and buy handmade.

Peace!

Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens

Published
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Girl Friday
on November 24, 2007
in Goodies, Homegirl, How To and Shopping
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Favorite Things, Part IV

(…continued from Part I, II, and III)

Etsy.com can transform your shopping experience. There aren’t any lines, and parking isn’t a problem, in fact, you don’t even have to leave your house or waste any gas! Best of all, you don’t have to compete for the attention of rude salespeople. Any crafty person can have a spot on Etsy, and any person with access to the internet can shop—it’s a level shopping field, if you will.

Girl Friday hates holiday stress. Forgetting people on your list is the worst. I like to keep some small, thoughtful items on hand just in case. You can wrap extra gifts up and leave a post it note on them reminding you of what they are. Grab one before you head out for a party for a hostess’ gift, use them as stocking stuffers, or stash them for emergencies.

A list of sweet deals and cool finds…

Dirty girls must get clean, and what better way than with soap that looks like sugar cereal or soap that looks and smells like cake?!

1. Oh That Ashley might be aiming at kids who don’t like to wash up for supper, but her Fruit Loop and Apple Jack cereal soaps ($4.25) are something that even a grown up would use.

2. Suds Muffin is exciting our noses in an all new, calorie-free way. Instead of pumpkin pie leftovers, try her Spiced Pumpkin Souffle Soap Muffin with Buttercream Frosting ($9).

If pumpkin isn’t your taste, try any of her other slices of delight. Cake slice bars go for $6.

Gifts aren’t always about frivolity. Etsy artists show that you don’t have to sacrifice form for function.

3. Art isn’t just for walls. My Favorite Mirror transforms wall art into mouse pads and coaster sets. A few years ago I tried to master embroidery, but now I can throw in my tea towel and get these Jenny Hart classic embroidery designed coasters with a matching tin for $16.

If you loved the look of The Black Apple from my previous post, then you’ll love this set or a mouse pad ($14).

Notorious M.A.G. loves Stella Im Hultberg art.  Her coaster sets and mouse pads are an accessible way to introduce Stella’s art into her home.

Little gifts can be just a precious as the big ones. Don’t be afraid to think small! Etsy makes it easy to find needles in a haystack.