Sometimes it’s just darn difficult to find cute vintage frocks that fit a modern day size. I mean those waistlines – jeez! But etsy has tons of old vintage sewing patterns, which I think you could modify to fit the new girlish figure. I found a bunch of cute ones, that might even look cute just framed and displayed. Take a peek at some of the beauties I found… ... 
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To continue with my fixation with gray of late, I’ve done a new color version of the Keep Calm & Carry On poster in a lovely charcoal gray. It’s quite handsome, if I do say so myself. I’ve also done a nice, neutral chocolate brown, for those of you not so anxious to hang brightly colored posters in your homes, like the chartreuse, orange or pink! You can... 
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I’ve had this project in mind for a while now. I have this fantastic wire curtain rod from West Elm I’ve been using as my Inspiration Wire. But over my bed, was well, not all that peaceful for me. I love the idea of inspiration as you fall asleep, but it was keeping me awake with ideas, which is a blessing, and then a bit of a beast. So, inspiration is moving elsewhere... 
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If you didn’t make it to Leigh Wells’ most fabulous opening party at Gallery 16, you still have a few more weeks to see a really lovely exhibit of some fantastic work. And, I am not saying this because she is a friend. Like most of the people at the opening, I was just completely in awe of her incredible work , and I think you will be too. If you can’t make... 
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The fact that it’s a bit of a gray day here at sfgirlbybay does not reflect my mood. I am not down in the least, in fact I find gray quite soothing and calming. Rooms designed with gray shades in mind are peaceful and relaxing, and coax me to spend the day languishing with a pile of books and blankets. Cozy! I found a bunch of those kinds of rooms in my home design magazine... 
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