Etsy Daily: A Backpack I’d Be Caught Wearing In Public
I know that the progression of trends will undoubtedly bring us back to the early 2000s at some point, and my therapist and I have been working on ways for me to handle the reemergence with grace & sanity. I’m actually quite impressed with my progress on this issue, as I’ve even come across a [...]
Spring Essential: NAU Lightbeam Jacket
One of the most frustrating seasons for me to shop in is spring. Namely because I live in the Pacific Northwest, and it’s a daily crapshoot on whether it’ll end up being 70 degrees or pouring down rain. On top of that, the transition between spring and summer is Prime Hiking in our beautiful woods [...]
My Preferred Short Length is…? [POLL]
Now that we’ve shown you cheap shorts in times of desperation, I have a short(s)-related-question for you… There is much debate among the, well, entire world about the best length for shorts. Which shouldn’t surprise anyone as it’s something we like to call a “personal preference,” but alas, some seem to be unable to grasp the [...]
DIY Anguish: Finding DIYs That Match My Style
It should be obvious to anyone that no one loves a DIY opportunity more than a cheap-ass blogger. I’m a control freak, and am naturally bent on a sustainable, self-reliant lifestyle – not to mention unbelievably cheap! – so DIY projects are my bread & butter, essentially. …Or so you’d think. I’m not a shabby [...]
Oh Crap, I Need Some Shorts
I have no idea where any of my shorts are. This happens every year, and I never learn: put your shorts somewhere you’ll remember them. It can’t be that hard, and yet somehow, every year… I’m hopping on a plane directed toward sunnier climates this morning, so my shorts adventure will have to take place [...]
Pinning Is Sustainable, Right?
Our Awakened Aestheti-ship has crashed ashore the latest obsession sweeping the internet: Pinterest. It’s exploding! One peek and we were completely hooked. (I love that 9/10 times, there is an instructional or informational article attached to every beautiful picture!) We’ve come up with some pretty addictive & badass boards on our page so far… Sustainable [...]
& Barrel Tailor Sofa">Hidden Hemp: Crate & Barrel Tailor Sofa
Sometimes “eco” is totally unexpected. The Tailor Sofa by Crate & Barrel is classically-styled, but made with contemporary materials: the stone- or poppy-colored fabric is made of strong, durable hemp, the hardwood frame is made using certified sustainable wood and the seat cushions are made using soy-based polyfoam. Would you have guessed any of that? [...]
Pinterest: We’re Late To The Party, As Usual
So, we got into Pinterest like way after everyone knew how cool it was. Now that we’re there, we’re trying to get ultra excited about all of the cool stuff, but everyone’s so passe about it that we only have one outlet to wax on and on about how cool we think Pinterest is and that’s you guys. [...]
Monday Wedgie: Strawberry Fields
This is the Strawberry Fields Wedge. I have been eating strawberries for the last week, straight – making parfaits, making oatmeal, making pancakes, making strawberry bread… It’s already summer in the Seattle area and damnit, Global Warming, I’m not going to let you bring me down! I am going to enjoy the nice parts of [...]
Carrying Cash: Men’s Vegan Wallets
My man just got a new suit, and I’m pretty sure he needs a new wallet to go with it. Like most guys, he’s used to leather, but I’m working on weaning him off of it. These handmade wallets are all vegan. Mr Mustache in Grey Black Red billfold vegan wallet by Chapulin: $25, handmade [...]