Shit I Thrifted (and really don't need) - My new series!

Recently I started a new series on TikTok called Shit I Thrifted (and really don't need). The accuracy of that title makes me laugh and makes my wallet shed a tear. I didn't think to post it here because the amount of actual vintage really wasn't there in my hauls. I have reconsidered this after seeing how some of the modern items I have thrifted have been giving that "vintage feel" to my decor with a small bit of making over. Although the makeover updates haven't been filmed yet, I thought I would still share the hauls. If nothing else, it's content, right?

Please enjoy episode 1 of Shit I Thrifted (and really don't need).

Hoppy Easter!

Another holiday and another excuse to take pinup photos that is inspired by the promo photos of the past! This time I was inspired by Vera-Ellen and her adorable Easter shoot. 

I hope everyone has a joyous Easter and that the Easter Bunny brings you all your favorite treats!!

Outfit:
Earrings: Vintage 40s/50s enamel flowers - Etsy
Ribbon Choker: Vintage Inspired - My Craft Stash
Bunny Ears: Amazon

Corset: Amazon

Panties: Amazon
Bunny Tail: Marabou Trim - Amazon

Pointe Shoes: Bloch

St. Patty's Pretty

Happy St. Patrick's Day to everyone! May the luck of the Irish be on your side this golden holiday!

I snapped some pinup photos of myself inspired by the good old promo photos of the actresses from back in the day.

Click any photo for full size.

Some inspiration!

Outfit:

Top: Vintage Inspired - Me Made from Vtg Pattern

Shorts: Retro Style - Thrifted

Shoes: Vintage 40s/50s - Etsy
Hair: Wig - Amazon (plus a tad bit of photoshop) 

Be My Valentine

I have not done a Valentine's Day photoshoot in almost 20 years! I knew I wanted to do one this year -- however I made this decision right after my New Years photoshoot and I had to get my birthday shoot done first. Having very little time in between my birthday and Valentine's Day, I had to rush to put something together on a zero dollar budget! I did exactly that!

First I looked at vintage Valentine promo photos of actresses and tried to figure out what I could "recreate" with very little money, being that the "set" would be used only once and then disposed of. I can across this photo of Dorothy Hart that was simply her with a cut out heart to frame her. This would be easy enough for me! Then I remembered I had a bazillion red rose heads just sitting in storage - I could use them to jazz up the heart and give it more flourish for the photos. I added the Be My Valentine "ribbon" banner to really hit home this was a Valentine's Day shoot.

The Inspiration and "recreation".

Being that this shoot was so rushed and had a small budget, I thought about wearing part of my Burlesque costume that is a rose covered bra (same ones I used on the heart cut out) and a white and red corset. I was worried that the rose bra would overwhelm the photos and I wanted to do something a bit less risque, so I opted for my velvet 30/40s inspired dress that I made years ago to see Seth MacFarlane in concert. I am happy I went this route as it gave the photos a more Sweetheart feel.

I was delighted that I spent exactly $0 on this shoot and was able to use things I already had or could get for free! Please enjoy these pinups of me that are worth every penny I spent on this shoot

Outfit:
Earrings: Vintage 40s/50s bakelite hoops - Etsy
Bracelet: Vintage 40s/50s Bakelite - Etsy
Ribbon Choker: Vintage Inspired - My Craft Stash
Hair Flower: Handmade - My Craft Stash

Dress: Vintage 30s/40s Inspired Handmade - Me Made

Lingerie: Rago Shapewear - Amazon
Stockings: Magnolia Hosiery - Out of Business

Shoes: Vintage 40s/50s - Etsy

Birthday Girl!

Last week I celebrated my 26th birthday (again)! Here are some fun vintage pinup inspired photos to mark this joyous occasion!

photos by Darkbloom Imagery

Outfit:

Lingerie: Shein

Birthday Tiara: Dollar Tree
Shoes: Vintage 40s/50s Daniel Green - Etsy