Day 6 & 7 Jewellery Challenge & What I Wore 

Hi peeps, Day 6 JC saw me taking 4 children to the free Magic Show in the city-the kids loved it, it really was rabbit out of the hat magic, and all for free which is a bonus.
Yestersay I also did a trade with my BIL (brother in law), I took their 2 children and in return he did some photos for me.  The following photos will be the first post in a series of What I Wore - showing you in particular pieces I have met and liked from the op shops!!

Day 6 JC - Angi Mac chunky silver bracelet, you can find similar here beaded bracelet one of my latest op purchases/freebie actually!!

What I Wore: Tie-dyed singlet and Politix mens shirt both oppie purchases, Nobody Jeans purchased on sale from Sodium for a bargain $45, you could find similar here

Walnut shoes from Op Shop (were brand new - to be honest  I probably wouldn't buy otherwise!)  you can find different colours here or Bensimon do a great pair also here

Bag is another op purchase - it is large and slouchy and has lots of pockets/compartments - it is Louenhide Switch which you can buy here - considering the price I think the $4 I paid was a good buy and did I mention it was near new also!

Day 7 JC has seen me now separating my jewels in to 2 sections, what I have already worn and what is yet to be worn - to be honest I still gravitate to the what I have already worn side - anyway here are todays wears

Earrings a recent purchase from Lovisa, sterling silver bracelet a few years old now from Luxe and beaded bracelet a new piece for my bday from a gorgeous friend!

And that is bye from me for now - have a fabulous weekend!
PS  A big thank you to BIL for the photos - Have a look here at his wonderful gallery and very reasonable prices.

Day 4 & 5 Jewellery Challenge - Earthy & Pearls  13.06.2012

Day 4 JC was simple due to me being at work - funny enough as silly as it sounds, it was the little things like wearing my good jewellery that I was looking forward to going back to work for.  This is pretty much the only time I choose my good jewellery over my costume pieces.

My husband bought me this gorgeous leather and pearl necklace for my 30th - it will be one of those pieces I will wear forever - very timeless.  Just wore it with simple pearl studs.

Day 5 JC was a total contrast to yesterday - today was garden day - and all in the name of a challenge I picked my pieces accordingly - as a good friend suggested - earthy pieces!

Faux leather is a winner for the garden - easily wiped down if need be.  The large black cuff is a recent addition from a good friend for my bday, the others are cheapies from Cotton on sold in a pack of 3 for $2 Bargain!!!

I thought I would include a pic of the garden team in action - you will notice princess 2 sitting up the back on the letterbox - I did ask her to join us to which she replied she couldn't as she had blisters - I said go and change your shoes then, to which she told me she couldn't as those were the only ones that matched her outfit - oh goodness what have I created!!!!!!

I am so blessed to have such wonderful parents who drop everything to come and help me in the mammoth task of weeding and trimming back the bank!!!

See you tomorrow
Mel xx

Day 3 Jewellery Challenge - Simple Silver & Skulls  11.06.2012

Well after 2 days of it being all about the neck attire I changed it up today and my arm had a little party - as you can see I struggle to keep it to just one piece!

The back silver piece is an oldie but a goodie - it is a thin bangle with cubic zirconia's (I could tell you they are diamonds), the other silver bangle means alot to me - it was given to me last year by a good friend who had it engraved with always be true to yourself.  The skull bracelet is a favourite at the moment - I bought it recently from a gorgeous shop in Newtown called Stuff & Co - it is a secondhand store full of gorgeousness!  The turquoise and silver is another older piece from Angie Mac!

I just had to share with you this divine cushion I was given as a birthday present-as you can see I am really into skulls at the moment (this I think has horrified many friends!!!).  This cushion takes centre stage on our living room couch, this is an Etsy piece you can find herehttp://www.etsy.com/shop/beetrootshed

Hope you have all had a fabulous long weekend - yippee even a shorter week for me this week - will I be able to manage 1 day?????

Mel
xx

Day 2 Jewellery Challenge - Tribal & Gold 10.06.2012

I have certainly been very spoilt this weekend - out for lunch and dinner yesterday and then out for lunch again today to celebrate a friends 50th.  I decided on my favourite Tribal neckpiece and simple gold studs and bangles.

Twigge the maker of the necklace can be found here http://www.facebook.com/#!/twiggedesigns

I love these little Juicy Couture studs so much - simple but with a edge.  The bangles I found at a Salvos store.

I just had to share the amazing birthday cake for today with you - yes that is a bottle of Moet!  Made by the very clever http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Queen-of-Tarts/235605273162844

The beautiful lunch setup for today!

Hope you are all having a wonderful long weekend - I have well and truly eaten my way through the last two days.

Mel xx

Day 1 Jewellery Challenge - Star & Neon  09.06.2012

Day 1 of the challenge saw me wearing 2 of my favourites pieces currently on high rotation.  I discovered the crystal necklace off a blog last year which consequently had me waiting a couple of months for it due to the high demand - well worth the wait though I still love it.  The star is a recent addition from Sass & Bide-I justified this purchase by the fact all profits are donated to Make-a-Wish, such a wonderful cause!  You may still be able to get them here http://www.sassandbide.com/make-a-wish-4.html

I had my new Shop magazine waiting in my mailbox yesterday and it was a little article advising how you can wear more than one necklace at a time.  According to Shop you arrange your necklaces according to weight - with the heavier rocks at the bottom of the bunch.  If you prefer dainty jewellery, pick a few delicate chains in different coloured chains in different colour metals.  Put the smallest pendants on the shortest chains to keep things balanced.  For extra style points, drape your chains around a buttoned-up collar.

See you tomorrow
Mel xx

PS No I am not doing the chicken dance - I had a little 4 year old on my back desperate to try and get in the shot!

My Name is Melita and I am a Jewelaholic  08.06.12

There we are I have said it! 

As  you will see from the photos below I do have a weakness for jewellery and in particular costume jewellery.  I find myself generally just picking the top few items on the stack and wearing those religiously.  So in my quest to rediscover all my jewels and possibly uncover new combinations I have set myself a challenge - I will share with you each day what I jewellery I wore.

If you are wondering at all about the clear canisters at the back - they are the stash range at Freedom - I am planning to add many more.  Great news also they are presently on sale!http://www.freedom.com.au/productsearch.aspx?SearchText=stash

Watch out tomorrow for Day 1 post!
Mel
xx

PS Look at what I might have found at the op shop today
http://toteshop.net/goods-583-Coach-15275-Op-Art-Alexandra-Khaki.html
I will do a separate post for this - I think it deserves it!

OP SHOP DIY'S   03.06.12

I love the idea of recycling/upcyclying pieces I find, but unfortunately lack in the creativity stakes.  I have however done a few simple things that I am happy with the end result!

I made the scalloped bunting out of coasters I found at a Church Op Shop.  For my .50 outlay I am quite happy with the result - a simple fold with some glue and you are done!

This is probably the hardest DIY I have done purely for the prep work.  I handed over $4 for this little table at the Salvos and knew exactly what I wanted to do but didn't quite anticipate how much time it would take to prime it all and then paint it - making sure to do the inside as well.  Love the colour which is http://www.porterspaints.com/world-of-colours/porters-colours/reds--pinks - Mulberry Stain - it is an eggshell paint which is matt and fortunately only needed 2 coats.  It is a pity I cannot find the before shot of this table to show you.

My first DIY and I have to admit I only sourced the mirror and outsourced the painting to my dear dad.  Just a plain old cane mirror I found at a garage sale a few years back - I still love how it looks now!

The next is a DIY I would really love to do but not sure if my sewing skills are up to it - well I can dream atleast!  Check it out below - Denim Acne Scully Skirt under DIY category!
http://www.afterdrk.com/

Thanks for stopping by.
Mel xx