Getting Crafty

For some reason I was feeling creative today so I decided to make some stuff and then show it to you all.

Polymer clay cupcake cell-charms and lace earrings with beads

Close-up of one of the more elaborate pairs

And a close-up of the cupcakes! :) Who knows, I may even go crazy and add some bead sprinkles!

A store that stole my heart

On another unnecessary shopping trip of mine, I stumbled upon a new store (well new location at least) called Durumi & Chocolate Shoes that is one of the cutest little Queen West shops I've seen in a while! They have an adorably eclectic selection of shoes, apparel and accessories that are a perfect combination of fun, artistic and unique. The apparel all incorporates various prints, fabrics and textures and puts a darling twist on ordinary pieces. The accessories are one-of-a-kind (I think, don't quote me on that!) and feature everything from fabric earrings to the cutest pocket-watch-necklaces you've ever seen (including one with an Audrey Hepburn print case and one in the shape of a robot!) and even one of my personal favourite new trends- shoe clips! As far as the chocolate shoes part of the store goes, they perfectly compliment the style and tone of the apparel and accessories and have a plethora of sweet ballerina flats, sassy heels and everything inbetween, all with unique twists on your favourite basics in colours that look good enough to eat. Incase you haven't picked up on it, I completely fell for this store's charm! Definitely a must-see store for anyone who is visiting or lives in Toronto (located at Queen and Spadina)!

What I bought:

Skinny belt with bow- $21

 

Lipstick pen- $2

Sweater dress with ruffle detail- originally $79, on sale for $19

Ruffle detail close-up

May need to go back for one of those watch-necklaces...

"Shoellery"

I saw these when I was out shopping a little while ago and meant to post them but kept forgetting to... but I just thought they were the coolest thing! Erica Giuliani has a line of shoe accessories or "shoellery" so you can buy one pair of plain shoes, some different accessories and look like you have a different pair of shoes every time you go out! With a variety of clips, heel rings, strap accessories and cuffs, the possibilities are almost endless! If you're skeptical about how they look- I've seen them in person and I must say that they actually attach and blend in so seamlessly well into almost any shoe that it actually does look like that's how the shoe was originally made. Take a look for yourself!

To see more visit http://www.ericagiuliani.com/. Select styles available at Town Shoes.

Spring is on it's way.... hopefully

So now it's March and for those of us who reside in Canada we are getting pretty frickin sick of bundling up in our toques and scarves and gloves and are getting anxious to trade them in for some new Spring accessories! If you're still in search of those perfect items and want something a little more unique then you'll definitely want to check out the stuff at LoveHeadmistress; from turbans and headwraps to feathered rings and headbands there is sure to be something for everyone! For our fashionistas on a budget there is the lower-priced Headmistress line and for those of who you crave luxurious fabrics and are willing to spend a little bit more there is the higher-priced LoveHeadmistress line. All the stuff is super cute and for those of you living in the GTA you can feel good that you're supporting a local business! Their entire line is available at their website http://www.loveheadmistress.com/ and select pieces are coming soon to Anthropology and Anthropology online!