quality vs quantity

So I just treated myself to ordering these fabulous boots from Starlet Vintage. I am sooo excited for them to come in the mail! I have been wanting real leather boots for a long time. My Payless ones are on their last leg (haha no pun intended!) and I've been on the hunt. I tend to not spend money on things that I use everyday...which is the exact opposite of what you should do. Why do I refuse to spend money on quality boots/jeans/bras and continue to buy cheap ones I need to replace year after year? Well I finally broke the chain. Plus I got a good tax return so even though I need to save money...I think I can treat myself on something I'll be wearing for a long time. Now to get around to that haircut I've been putting off....

vintage lovelies

Vintage Crystal Drop Earrings

Vintage Peach Cameo Earrings

Vintage Teal and Brass Earrings

60's Pearl Flower Earrings

60's Pearl and Rhinestone Vintage Earrings

Sneak peek of some of my soon-to-be listed vintage jewelry

Pearl and Gold Adjustable Link Ring

Tiny Starburst Pin w/ iridescent and and blue stones

Rhinestone and Gold Adjustable Link Ring -missing rhinestones replaced with golden pearl beads

Check out my shop for these vintage pieces and stay tuned for more to come.

Happy March 1st!

Since there is a big snow storm coming, it seems like the perfect time to settle in with some hot tea and put a dent in this list.

1. Revive my etsy shop (www.lucillejean.etsy.com)
2. Start a blog for my etsy shop
3. Experiment more (lace making anyone?!)
4. Explore more (New England has so many interesting places)
5. Dress up
6. Find a job that will pay my bills




I'm still working on the focus of my shop, a work in progress you might say. I love vintage, especially the 30s, 40s and 50s. I have a few vintage jewelry pieces and even some vintage clothing but I'm not sure I want to do that. I love making things. I started with headbands but have had some trouble selling them. Thankfully my friends are so supportive and have bought a few. Jewelry is not my favorite to make but people seem to like it. I guess I'll have to keep working and see what happens. Although I'm up for suggestions and advice from anyone!



Today I am working on a pair of felted mittens for my sister. I discovered felting recently and used a grey Ralph Lauren wool sweater to try it out. Don't worry, the sweater was second hand and was very boxy. My first pair worked well, so I'm excited to make more and add some cute vintage buttons. Will post pictures when finished!