What is that old saying about the road to Hell being paved with good intentions? Lately I've been feeling like my intentions and I have been on a very slippery and perilous slope... over looking a deep, deep canyon... out in the middle of nowhere! With no one around to offer assistance should I actually lose my footing. Ever feel like that?
I can count off some of the contributing factors. Its Summer for starters... always a time of low energy for me. As usual in Florida.. its hotter than Hell and ten times more HUMID!! (And August isn't even here yet.... Ancient Mothers give me strength to make it through the next two months!) My mother's dementia is progressing in that bizarre downward spiral that I've seen so many times before. I've been blessed to have grown up around a lot of elderly folks. Their wisdom and humor have taught me numerous wonderful lessons. But I've also witnessed the degradation of many of their physical and mental states of being. That also taught me much.... but the learning curve is a real bitch!!!
Anyway, I feel as if I can't find the time to do most of the things that I want to do! And that's starting to get a bit depressing. But... I know the time will come when I'll be able. Right now, I figure I'm in the process of gathering tools and supplies. As for the sewing aspect.... that machine will get dug out of the closet at the "right" time. I'm finding patterns that I like.... and Heaven knows I have enough fabric around here!! hahaha My vintage hat collection is shaping up nicely and I've come across some nice accessories the last couple of years. Though I still want to acquire some of the old cats eye frames. (I just loved my Aunt Mae's! Ahh, those were the days.)
Imagine how surprised and tickled I was when I saw this set on Etsy last year! Looks just like one that my grandmother Lulu had. Sometimes its so nice to have a memory in physical form. It doesn't matter that its not the exact ones that she had in her jewelry tray. They are tangible objects to hold and look at. Running my fingers around the channel set rhinestones like I did as a child! hahaha Yes, it certainly feels good.
As you can see, the backs have been replaced. I'm guessing at different times because the earring clips don't match. But at least someone took the time to it right. To me that shows that it was a much loved and enjoyed set. I know Lulu wore hers a lot! They're such a nice design. Simple, understated and classic. You can't go wrong with that.
Now I've always preferred big stone cabochons... if they're mixed with claws, teeth or bone I'm even happier! But sometimes I just want rhinestones!
Lots of sparkle and color! Whats not to love about that? So here are some "new" vintage earrings I purchased online.
The only "fail" was when this gorgeous blue pair arrived. They had been packed in an insulated envelope. Usually that works ok if they are put in a little box first. This seller didn't take that precaution and the solder joint on the right earring was snapped! Happy to report that the left earring fits on me like it was custom made. So will have to get the other repaired soon. This blue is absolutely beautiful!
This one I saw coming! They were listed as earrings... but I know dress clips when I see them! hahaha Guess I'm showing my age with that remark. Heck, do they even make dress or scarf clips anymore?
Just look at these backs! Would you want to wear those on your ears?! Ouch!!!
