Friday's Fashion Finds

Welcome to my first installment of my weekly spot, Friday's Fashion Finds!  

     Every Friday, I will be putting together collections of Handmade or Vintage pieces that I love. It is my idea to promote and share with more people the beauty, and style offered by handmade clothing. Forget Department Stores, once you see what these artists and designers have come up with, you will be clambering for more!!

     This week, I am inspired by things I am dreaming of, warmer weather, bike rides, sand at the beach. This is a fun, vintage inspired outfit, filled with gold accessories and bright, bold, pops of color. There are links to each and every shop that these pieces are from in the descriptions, so be sure to stop by and visit these talented artists and designers, I'm sure they would love your feedback!

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From left to right:

Starburst Ring from Rachel Salome: "Sweet and adorable yet so, so cool! I was inspired by mid-century light fixtures when making this ring. Solid sterling silver ring with 4mm faceted amethyst. The band is polished and the starburst has a matte finish."
You can visit Rachel at www.rachelsalome.etsy.com


Blue chalcedony and double gold vermeil hoops from Kate Peterson Designs: "Vibrant pool blue chalcedony gemstones are wire wrapped and suspended midst double gold vermeil textured hoops.vermeil french ear wires complete the look. earrings hang 2" in length."
You can find Kate at www.katepetersondesigns.etsy.com


Big Bag - Leather bag with unique Handles from Israeldgifts: "The Big Bag is a very unique one, Its size 57cm X 43Cm (22.5" X 17")easily carries all your essentialsBig Bag is made from a soft luxurious Leatherit contains one main compartment with a Zipper and two small Pockets, wide handles which can be extended or shortened by tying knots on the end.The Big Bag comes in 2 colors : Black or Cognac."
You can find Israeldgifts at www.Israeldgifts.etsy.com


1940's peeptoe pinup pumps from Thrush: "Very amazing vintage 1940's pinup pumps with a deep red leather upper and very high heels. Size 6 "
You can find Thrush at www.Thrush.etsy.com


Romantic quill broach from Thrush: (apparently, I like her shop) "Charming vintage 1970's goldtone metal brooch in the shape of a quill or single feather. The perfect gift for the writer or the bird lover in your life. Measures 2.5" long. In excellent condition."
You can find Thrush at www.Thrush.etsy.com


Ruffle top in heather grey with short or long sleeve from Lirola: "This top is one of my favorites! The ruffles on the shoulder and hem create a great Tee for chic women who love to be stylish even when wearing their jeans and t-shirt! Can even be worn inside of your favorite skirt. Don't miss the cute ruffles at the hem!"
You can find Lirola at www.Lirola.etsy.com


Barquentine skirt from Makool: "Hemp & organic cotton wrap skirt.We think this is the most perfect skirt, dressy and feminine, yet durable and natural. An oversized front tie, extends below the hem of the skirt. With deep side pockets to keep your important stuff safe. A soft fabric with a good body allows this skirt to keep it's shape."
You can find Makool at www.Makool.etsy.com


Spiral Cuff Leather Bracelet, Branded, Hand burned Recycled Belt from StacyRaeT: "This Cuff Bracelet is made from a Recycled Brown Leather Belt which I have sanded the surface and branded ( burned ) free-hand a Spiral Design. ****This is a CUSTOM made cuff. It will be made the same belt as seen in the picture. In 'Message to Seller' please specify cuff size and the desired snap finish. SNAP FINISHES-Gold, Silver or Black."
You can find StacyRaeT at www.StacyRaeT.etsy.com 


Sweet hat from yellowfield7: "Salmon color. One of a kind hand made hat."
You can find yellowfield7 at www.yellowfield7.etsy.com


Bolero in Green with a pinned flower from Home Lab: " I made this bolero/shrug as something that you can wear with almost any casual outfit of yours.From going to work or even for an afternoon coffee.You pick the occasion;)Never been wornIt is composed of 40%wool-40%acrylic-20% angora yarn in green.A noticable pinned flower comes with it.You can either wear it together or separate."
You can find Home Lab at www.homelab.etsy.com


24kt Gold Quartz Necklace (small) from Laura Lombardi Jewelry: "Quartz stone dipped in 24kt gold, vintage brass chain. Necklace measures 18". Stone measures roughly 1-1.25"Please note: each stone varies slightly in color, size, and shape, the one you receive may be slightly different than the stone photographed."
You can find Laura at www.LauraLombardiJewelry.etsy.com


Cobalt bow knot scarf from Thrush: another beauty from Thrush, "Made to order and ready to ship in 7-10 business days.Hand knit cobalt colored bow knot scarf that keeps you warm without weighing you down. Knit from a very soft acrylic blend. One end of the scarf slides through a loop on the other end of the scarf for a cute and chic winter look."
You can find Thrush at www.Thrush.etsy.com

     I hope that this week's selection of artists and designers has inspired your own imagination and maybe you even found something you decided to take home with you.  :)

Thank you!

    

       I would also like to make a personal THANK YOU to my friend Angel over at Muse Silk Paintings who inspired this idea in the first place.  :)

     You can also check out her Friday's Finds at www.musesilkpainting.blogspot.com