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We've Got to Get Out of This Place

Do you ever get so restless that you feel like you're going to rocket into space from agitation? I feel like that daily. Maybe it's the coffee, perhaps? I recently went on a trip to Michael's Crafts to look for, of all things, little miniatures.  Boy did I find the mother-load! I bought this little metal car and trailer hook-up and it's amazing the joy I've found in these tiny little toys.
How can you NOT be happy when looking at these?! I'm maybe a bit too easy to please.
Another thing that gets my inspiration and gears going are thumbing through old magazines. I was looking through one called "Movie Screen" with Rita Hayworth on the cover.  I love how it's a contrast between the Black & White text and photos, with extremely colorful, artful ads.

I'm a bit of a junkie when it comes to vintage fashion (surprise) and I've come to fully appreciate the swimsuits of that era.  They were shape-wear, bathing suits and mini gowns all in one! The craftsmanship that went into these is not only STUNNING but tough as nails! Have you even held the material between your fingers and felt the truly substantial fabric?  It's true when they say they don't make things like this anymore.  

This is one I found while that really has caught my love and attention. 
Not only is the Powder Pink color amazing, but the subtle, yet significant sticking! WHO DOES THAT ANYMORE?! Growing up, I would go through many a suit due to straps breaking, the crotch getting worn or colors fading.  These are DECADES old and have withstood the test of time thus far! It's quite amazing I must say. Writing this has compelled me to now go through my dismal modern suits and weep softly into them and mourn what once was.

Till next time!
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