The Shopping Sherpa: Black & White and Awesome All Over

{ Mobile Homes from Jikits }  { Patterned Eggs 1 Original Ink Illustration from The Blackbird Sings }

{ The Black Queen and her Tower from Intres }  { Counting Sheep Coin Purse from EmenGee Designs }

{ Porcelain Nesting Bowls from New Mood Studio }  { City Blossom Headband from Broken Hallelujah }

{ Sterling Silver Worm Ring from Heron Adornment }  { Grey Heart Crocheted Necklace from Craftaria }

Giveaway: Sailor Necklace from The Vamoose

EDIT: This giveaway has ended.  Enter our current giveaway here!

It’s that time again, boys and girls.  Another lucky Westervin reader will win a charming handmade necklace.  This one, the Sailor Knot Necklace (in natural and gold; you can also get one in white and/or silver), comes from The Vamoose, designer and illustrator Kathryn Blackmore’s romantic jewelry line.  The Vamoose happens to be one of my favorite Etsy shops, so I was Thrilled (with a capital “T”) when Kathryn offered this necklace for a giveaway.  I was even happier when I got the chance to ask her a few questions about her designs, her inspiration and her favorite sweets.  Stick around, folks.  This week’s giveaway is somethin’ special!

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Westervin Wear: Black & Billowy

{ Blouse: Forever 21 }  { Jeans: Urbs }  { Shoes: Thrifted }  { Necklace: Handmade (by me!) }

The Shopping Sherpa: Wishin’ & Hopin’

The sunny days and flower lined-sidewalks have put a spring in my step (you love my puns. stop cringing.) but my attitude isn’t the only thing feeling lighter.  With so many bright and sunshiny designs popping up on Etsy, it’s hard to keep my wallet from floating away. (aside: I just learned that “sunshiny” is an actual word.  in the dictionary and everything.  learning feels good when it involves words like “sunshiny”.  don’t believe me?  say it out loud.)  My wish list is growing faster than a baby sea turtle near a nuclear plant.  In fact, it’s so complex that I’ve broken the items down into categories: “Wish”, “Want” and “Will actually buy”.  Can you guess which of the items above have made it to this last category?  If you said, “not the ones with the triple digit price tags,” you’d be right!  But a gal can dream…

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Giveaway: Magnetic Necklace from Colorblindsmarties

EDIT: This giveaway has ended.  Enter our current giveaway here!

I bet you thought we were out of giveaways.  Well, think again, lucky buddies!  We’ve got more than sun-starved skin up our sleeves… we’ve got one heck-of-a necklace for one of you beloved readers to win.

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Westervin Wear: Red-y for Spring

{ Dress: Target } { Sweater, Belt & Boots: thrifted } { Necklace: Tree & Kimball } { Ring: Recycled Rings }

Westervin Wear: Bloganista/o

I’m not sure if boys are allowed in the Bloganista group, but I made Brian play, too…

On Sarah — Blouse: Vintage; Skirt: Urban Outfitters; Shoes: Vintage; Pretty Pyrite Necklace: The Vamoose; Engagement Ring (you can barely see it peeking out): One Stone New York

On Brian — Shirt: Vintage; Jeans: Urban Outfitters: Levi’s; Hipster Astronaut Shoes: Swear

The Shopping Sherpa: Jump(suit) for Joy!

If I’m not mistaken, last week’s romper posts seemed to go over well.  And really, I’m not surprised.  The very name implies fun and carefree joyousness.  So I’m continuing the theme and the inseam to bring you some happy jumpsuits — the pants version of the romper.  You love it!

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The Shopping Sherpa: Vintage Rompers

I come bearing gifts.  Vintage rompers!  As promised.  These are just a few of my faves from Etsy, but there are plenty more to choose from.  And don’t be afraid to go hunting for a bargain romper at your local thrift stores.  This isn’t a new trend, people.  The romper has been around since before you were born (probably).  Now go get your romp on!

ROW 1:  Tropical Orchids Romper from Bethakabetty; Neutral Tone Floral Romper from Vintage Grime; Peacock Floral Onesie from Natty Paint

ROW 2:  Stars in Your Eyes Romper from Bombshell Bettie’s Vintage; Khaki and Teal Romper from Beta Boutique; Cream Military Romper from Allen Company Inc.

ROW 3:  Ethnic Print Romper from Agnusdei; Apple and Velvet Romper from Bottle of Bread; Purple-Blue High Waist Romper from Ma Petite Amy

The Shopping Sherpa: Rompers

Does anything say “Spring” better than a romper?  Well, maybe birds singing and flowers blooming à la Disney Princess montage, but let’s get real.  When I think of Spring, I think of umbrellas, daffodils and rompers.  I’m ready to throw one on and go “tra-la-lah”ing down to the lake with a picnic basket full of salads (e.g. potato salad, chicken salad, fruit salad).

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