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- Category: Fashion (22)
- Memorial Day by: Cedar
June 1, 2010, 09:02
Over the weekend I learned that my brother was offered a really great teaching job near Santa Barbara, California. While it will be about a four hour drive to…
- Blogger Meet Up by: Cedar
May 13, 2010, 20:37
Today was a nice day out. I got to meet up with one of my favorite vintage bloggers, Solanah of Vixen Vintage, who is down in Southern California on vacation.…
- Queens of Vintage by: Cedar
May 10, 2010, 10:54
Short post today, as I have a lot of catching up to do from my weekend. I just wanted to tell you all how excited I am to be named a Queen of Vintage! Click…
- Knit Snuggie by: Cedar
April 23, 2010, 21:55
Yesterday my sister and I got together for lunch, during which we decided to spend the afternoon crafting. I have been wanting to make some knit or crocheted…
- New Beehive Hat by: Cedar
April 22, 2010, 07:17
This isn't actually something I wore yesterday, though if I had made plans to get out of the house, I would have loved to wear it out! I really just threw on…
- A Walk in the Park by: Cedar
March 21, 2010, 11:47
Why hello there blog, long time no update! I have not forgotten you, I promise. I have just been enjoying the incredible Spring weather we have been having.…
- Daily Outfit by: Cedar
February 20, 2010, 18:19
I haven't really had many opportunities lately to put on a decent outfit because of all the moving. Today however I had to go down to the mall and look for a…
- New Haircut by: Cedar
January 9, 2010, 15:26
This week I had my aunt, who used to work as a stylist, cut my hair. I had Russ trim it for me about a month ago, but hadn't gotten a real cut in ages. I…
- Christmas Cards by: Cedar
December 6, 2009, 13:30
Happy Sunday! I hope everyone is staying nice and warm through the cold weather. This morning Russ and I got dressed up and took some photos to send out in…
- Busy, Busy, Busy by: Cedar
December 2, 2009, 15:05
Well I certainly have been a bad blogger lately! Between Thanksgiving and the final research project I am working on for my class, I have had little time to…
- Hat Party by: Cedar
November 15, 2009, 08:21
Last night Russ and I went to a going away party for some friends of ours, who are moving to Japan. My girlfriend Dani loves having themed parties, so she…
- Butterick 4790 by: Cedar
November 4, 2009, 16:40
It seems like I have been away from the computer quite a lot over the past two weeks! While it is nice to take a break, I have tons to post about, and tons of…
- Daylight Savings by: Cedar
November 1, 2009, 14:04
Happy late Halloween! I hope everyone had a fun and festive day. Mine turned out quite lovely, thought I am still feeling the after effects today! My…
- Trashy Diva by: Cedar
October 21, 2009, 12:19
This is an outfit of firsts, well except for the shoes. This is the first time I have worn the hat, dress, and the blouse. A few weeks ago Casey made a post…
- A Case of the Mondays by: Cedar
October 19, 2009, 14:17
Happy sleepy Monday! Well, at least that is how Monday has been for since Mad Men season 3 started. I tell you, I can not get enough of that show. Russ and I…
- Seashell Hat by: Cedar
October 14, 2009, 12:19
Isn't this scalloped hat absolutely to die for? I bought it last week from one of my new favorite Etsy shops, Hat Vantage. If you get a chance, do go look…
- Swiss Miss by: Cedar
October 7, 2009, 11:27
This is my outfit today. In English class this morning my professor told me I looked like a Swiss Miss, hence the title of this post. Wednesday is my last…
- All Black by: Cedar
September 30, 2009, 13:10
I didn't wake up this morning expecting to wear all black, but somehow that is what I ended up with! I don't really have a lot to say today obviously, so I…
- Friday's Black Dress by: Cedar
September 11, 2009, 15:58
Happy Friday! I am so glad the weekend is here, and so happy at how fast this short week flew by. After last week's busy schedule both Russ and I decided we…
- Green Sun Dress by: Cedar
September 6, 2009, 10:05
What a wild weekend this has been--and it isn't over yet! I have two friends from Texas in town, as well as a cousin from New Orleans. On top of that my…
- Still Summer by: Cedar
September 2, 2009, 14:40
It seems like everyone on Twitter is talking about how happy they are with the arrival of Fall. Well here in San Diego we still have quite a bit more Summer…
- Light My Tiki by: Cedar
August 28, 2009, 13:23
The sweltering heat in San Diego has been kicking my behind lately. I went for a quick walk down to the Beauty Supply Warehouse and passed by a public…
- Memorial Day by: Cedar
- Category: Hair & Beauty (8)
- Revlon Matte by: Cedar
October 4, 2009, 16:47
I have been on a bit of a spending spree lately, and I have absolutely no regrets! Since I don't have a regular job I seldom go on shopping binges, unless it…
- Beauty Day by: Cedar
September 25, 2009, 14:40
Yesterday after a long workout in the gym, my girlfriend Alison and I walked back to my house and decided to treat ourselves to a spa day. It was complete with…
- Today's 60 Updo by: Cedar
September 23, 2009, 16:17
I love roller sets. If I could do them every single day, there is no doubt I would. They always look so amazing that first day....and if I do them properly…
- How to Cut Your Own Bangs by: Cedar
September 12, 2009, 12:14
This is actually a post I made about a year and a half ago on my former blog. It was one of the most popular posts, so I saved the article (as well as a few…
- A Failed Cake and Soft Twist Rollers by: Cedar
September 1, 2009, 20:51
Well I had hoped to post a picture of the beautiful carrot cake I made today, but things went South, and it didn't turn out quite as beautiful (though still…
- Joan Holloway Hair by: Cedar
August 29, 2009, 17:11
Thought I would share the hairdo I just finished on myself. It is loosely based on the Joan Holloway (Mad Men) hair tutorial video from Super Kawaii Mama.…
- The Side Sweep and Glamour Bob by: Cedar
August 29, 2009, 13:54
A few years back I found what is probably one of my favorite books in my collection. It is Family Circle's Guide to Beauty, published in 1964. I have done many…
- Light My Tiki by: Cedar
August 28, 2009, 13:23
The sweltering heat in San Diego has been kicking my behind lately. I went for a quick walk down to the Beauty Supply Warehouse and passed by a public…
- Revlon Matte by: Cedar
- Category: Entertaining (1)
- How to Host a Successful Vintage Party by: Cedar
March 4, 2010, 13:15
Last weekend Donna from My 50's Year and The Apron Revolution asked me to do a guest post for The Apron Revolution on the subject of entertaining. As entertaini…
- How to Host a Successful Vintage Party by: Cedar
- Category: Food (17)
- Pickled Okra by: Cedar
September 4, 2010, 19:47
Every Saturday Russ goes off for a few hours to practice with his band. It is always in the middle of the day, so any big weekend plans I make have to be…
- Amish White Bread by: Cedar
September 3, 2010, 18:16
I have had a few requests for the bread recipes I use. I think I posted a picture of baked bread a few months back, but am just now getting around to taking…
- French Toast with Blueberry Sauce by: Cedar
June 27, 2010, 12:02
Lately I have been obsessing over dishes (again) online. Up until Christmas time last year when I got started on my Raffia collection (which is now two pieces…
- Cardamom Biscotti by: Cedar
June 15, 2010, 17:19
A while back I subscribed to the the Martha Stewart cookie of the day E-mail that is sent out everyday. I hardly ever click on the E-mail, and most often send…
- Memorial Day by: Cedar
June 1, 2010, 09:02
Over the weekend I learned that my brother was offered a really great teaching job near Santa Barbara, California. While it will be about a four hour drive to…
- Thrifting and Baby Artichokes by: Cedar
May 30, 2010, 09:36
Friday I went to my favorite thrift store in search of some large pots for my garden. While I didn't find what I went for, I did leave with all sorts of other…
- Sunday Market by: Cedar
May 23, 2010, 16:08
Russ and I went out to the Hillcrest Farmer's Market this morning. We weren't out long, since it was incredibly windy, and Russ has been quite ill for the past…
- 30 Minute Mozzarella by: Cedar
May 22, 2010, 21:23
Last week I ordered the book Home Cheese Making as suggested from my brother, his wife, and the book I just finished reading. Yesterday I got the supplies in…
- Picnic in Coronado by: Cedar
May 20, 2010, 17:28
I don't really have a lot to post about right now. I have been outdoors enjoying the warm weather, and working on my little balcony garden a lot the past few…
- Veggie Muffaletta by: Cedar
May 12, 2010, 19:24
I would not be able to post today if I hadn't had this one ready to post. I edited the photos and wrote up the recipes last week after I made the sandwich, but…
- Mothers Day Gift by: Cedar
May 8, 2010, 17:21
Last weekend I decided to try my hand at canning. My mom dabbled a bit in canning when we were growing up, but until recently it never even crossed my mind as…
- Pineapple Salsa by: Cedar
May 6, 2010, 15:24
I just love this time of year! It seems like all the markets are stock full of my favorite produce, and everything is insanely cheap. Though I dream of the day…
- Glasses and Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad by: Cedar
April 26, 2010, 17:27
When I was young there were certain things that I was envious of those who had them. The first was braces. In the second grade I thought the kids who had…
- Homemade Pita Bread by: Cedar
April 20, 2010, 10:21
I think I have mentioned it several times here already, but in our last apartment we didn't have an oven. Every time I wanted to do some baking (and I often…
- Chocolate Chip Cookies by: Cedar
April 1, 2010, 13:00
I usually am not that fond of cookies. I prefer fruity desserts like pies and such. Yesterday (after the gym mind you) I got a real craving for some…
- Strawberry (and Blueberry) Pie by: Cedar
March 1, 2010, 19:50
Over the weekend I bought a bunch of strawberries that were on sale at the local market, with strawberry pie in mind. Unfortunately I waited a bit too long…
- Cucumber Cream Mold by: Cedar
January 6, 2010, 20:24
Why is it that Jell-o salads appeal to me so much? They are cold, wiggly, and more often than not filled with unidentifiable food items suspended in colored…
- Pickled Okra by: Cedar
- Category: Finds (9)
- French Toast with Blueberry Sauce by: Cedar
June 27, 2010, 12:02
Lately I have been obsessing over dishes (again) online. Up until Christmas time last year when I got started on my Raffia collection (which is now two pieces…
- Thrifting and Baby Artichokes by: Cedar
May 30, 2010, 09:36
Friday I went to my favorite thrift store in search of some large pots for my garden. While I didn't find what I went for, I did leave with all sorts of other…
- Weekend Estate Finds by: Cedar
April 12, 2010, 14:38
As many Saturday mornings, Russ and I woke up early, brewed some strong coffee, and grabbed our list of addresses. Out the door we went to start checking each…
- How to Thrift Like a Pro by: Cedar
January 4, 2010, 11:50
Like my tutorial on How to Cut Your Own Bangs, this is an article I wrote several years ago for my previous blog. I have had lots of questions recently about…
- Christmas Eve's Eve Etsy Picks by: Cedar
December 23, 2009, 20:48
I know most of you aren't thinking about buying for yourself right now, but.....if perhaps if you happen upon some extra cash for Christmas maybe you can…
- Estate Sale Love by: Cedar
November 8, 2009, 18:37
Yesterday Russ and I went estate sale-ing, as we do most Saturdays. On a usual weekend we typically find a good handful of vintage, scattered around various…
- Shopping Spree! by: Cedar
October 6, 2009, 23:03
As promised here are a few more of my recent shopping spree purchases. I bought this amazing hat on etsy from Helen's Hassack. It has quickly become a…
- Etsy Picks by: Cedar
September 28, 2009, 20:11
Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a good weekend. Russ and I had a wonderful time. On Saturday we went to several garage and estate sales. I picked up three…
- Etsy Finds by: Cedar
September 10, 2009, 20:43
I do apologize for the slowing number of posts. I have to admit though, this past week has been one of the craziest I have had in a long, long time. Over…
- French Toast with Blueberry Sauce by: Cedar
- Category: Sewing (2)
- Retro Simplicity by: Cedar
November 13, 2009, 08:07
Happy Friday the 13th! This week seems to have gone by in a flash. Unfortunately I haven't been wearing anything creative enough to post on the blog.…
- Butterick 4790 by: Cedar
November 4, 2009, 16:40
It seems like I have been away from the computer quite a lot over the past two weeks! While it is nice to take a break, I have tons to post about, and tons of…
- Retro Simplicity by: Cedar
- Category: Favorites (9)
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
April 9, 2010, 08:18
1. Country Girrrl, 2. glamour chic, 3. sofa, 4. little bo peep, 5. bedside, 6. Yellow Vintage Sheets, 7. Hallway Curiosities, 8. home, 9. I See Me This is…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
April 2, 2010, 08:58
1. Little Lady, 2. green dress., 3. Modcloth for Delightful Dozen, 4. Anthropomorphic Animal Carvings (Walrus Man), in the Folklore section, 5. Only The…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
March 11, 2010, 21:51
1. Victoria Von Hagen - New York 1952, 2. Untitled, 3. wall over bed, 4. Friends, 5. life, 6. Untitled, 7. tea time darling, 8. Untitled, 9. bum What a…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
March 5, 2010, 06:00
1. Untitled, 2. Anthropologie Wardrobe Redux, 3. Untitled, 4. An Eggsortment, 5. 040109_home_landings_new_01, 6. Anthropologie Huntsville, 7. i like…
- Oh, Friday by: Cedar
February 26, 2010, 08:29
1. Untitled, 2. Far horizont, 3. vintage suitcases stacked at the end of the bed, 4. fat tuesday buns, 5. Untitled, 6. so-en, 7. too long between dances, 8.…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
February 19, 2010, 11:38
1. somewhere, 2. Untitled, 3. three, 4. help me pick!, 5. Cherry Pie, 6. aprons., 7. Happiness is..., 8. valentine, 9. fresh Friday already? I love these…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
January 8, 2010, 14:58
1. 1962, 2. Untitled, 3. 1962 - photo Ralph Morse, 4. Claudia Cardinale, 5. 60's fashion, 6. McCall's 1961, 7. 1961 - vestito in voile sabrina bianco verde…
- A New Year by: Cedar
January 2, 2010, 20:39
1. Gorgeous green mid-century sectional sofa, 2. For Vogue February 1956, 3. Mid-century Modern Living Room, 4. Cavalier_Apr1965_Vol15_No142_007, 5. DIY-…
- It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year by: Cedar
December 20, 2009, 17:46
1. last white christmas, 2. Christmas, 3. Christmas 1950's colorized, 4. Christmas Paintbrush Cookies, 5. 'Twas the Night Before Christmas: Fred Waring, 6.…
- Friday Favorites by: Cedar
- Category: Home (6)
- Facebook and a Mikasa Bowl by: Cedar
June 29, 2010, 16:36
Last week I started a facebook page for my blog. I like being able to connect with my readers in different ways, and facebook is a really great way for me to…
- Wall Hangings by: Cedar
June 9, 2010, 19:28
Since we moved to our new apartment I have been kind of lagging in the decor area. Not that I didn't have my walls decorated, but before this week I had just…
- Bird Hook by: Cedar
April 29, 2010, 08:58
My internet has been wonky for the past three days. It has been coming and going whenever it pleases, not bothering to think about my wants or needs and…
- Making a House a Home by: Cedar
February 18, 2010, 09:37
We are finally settled into our new apartment. Though I still have quite a bit of moving/unpacking to do, both Russ and I have quickly turned our new apartment…
- Grandma's House by: Cedar
January 11, 2010, 23:02
I follow several amazing mid century home blogs. My favorite, which I know I have mentioned before, Retro Renovation, is filled with amazing photos, illustratio…
- Vintage Dinnerware by: Cedar
November 20, 2009, 08:14
One thing in my home that I have always wanted an upgrade on are my dishes. I have a ton of vintage pieces, most of which seem to be serving bowls or platters,…
- Facebook and a Mikasa Bowl by: Cedar
- Category: Garden (3)
- Mint, Lavender, and Tomatoes by: Cedar
June 20, 2010, 11:58
A lot of my recent days seem to be caught in daydreams. I have a habit of thinking of something and then spending hours researching it online and figuring out…
- Rain Gutter Garden by: Cedar
May 29, 2010, 20:33
I am surprised I have the energy to get a post up tonight. If it hadn't been almost a week since my last post I probably would have put it off another…
- Balcony Garden by: Cedar
April 18, 2010, 20:16
Since we moved into our apartment two months ago, I have had this dream in my head of using all of our outside space to grow vegetables and herbs (and…
- Mint, Lavender, and Tomatoes by: Cedar
- Category: Personal (9)
- Doing Stuff by: Cedar
September 2, 2010, 10:49
These past few weeks have been crazy. I have been doing so much and seeing so many people that I have hardly had the time to sit back and catch my breath.…
- Lucha Libre by: Cedar
June 8, 2010, 09:41
Yesterday my dear friend Erin and I got together for some thrifting and lunch. It isn't often that we can wander aimlessly around the thrift store and have…
- How we met by: Cedar
May 5, 2010, 13:12
Sorry about the lack of posts this past week. We have had ongoing internet issues, which we just finally got fixed today. I have a lot of catching up to do…
- Glasses and Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad by: Cedar
April 26, 2010, 17:27
When I was young there were certain things that I was envious of those who had them. The first was braces. In the second grade I thought the kids who had…
- Heart to Heart by: Cedar
April 17, 2010, 21:55
Lets have a heart to heart...about this blog. As you may have noticed, posting to this blog has slowed significantly since it's creation...which really…
- Apronite of the Month by: Cedar
April 4, 2010, 11:00
I nearly forgot to mention that the lovely Donna invited me to be Apronite of the Month for the month of April over on the Apron Revolution. I thought I would…
- R.I.P. Mildred by: Cedar
January 21, 2010, 12:50
So sorry about not posting in over a week. I had planned on posting on Monday--as we were up in LA over the weekend, and I wanted to write about the trip up.…
- Christmas 2009 by: Cedar
December 29, 2009, 19:49
I hope everyone who celebrates had a very happy Christmas. I had hoped on updating on Sunday, but have been rather sick for the past few days. I have felt like…
- A Long Weekend by: Cedar
September 22, 2009, 18:44
Hello all! I sure do apologize for the lack of posts. I had hoped to update on Sunday, but after my crazy weekend I had absolutely no energy to do so. The…
- Doing Stuff by: Cedar
- Category: Crafts (1)
- Mothers Day Gift by: Cedar
May 8, 2010, 17:21
Last weekend I decided to try my hand at canning. My mom dabbled a bit in canning when we were growing up, but until recently it never even crossed my mind as…
- Mothers Day Gift by: Cedar
- Category: Reading (1)
- Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by: Cedar
May 17, 2010, 14:32
I didn't get around to posting over the weekend because I have been stuck with my head in a book for the past few days. I also have put off all my house…
- Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by: Cedar
- Category: Fashion (22)
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