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Feeling: Fall [Visual Inspiration]

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 15:44:30 +0000

Are there certain colors, textures, habits, etc. you’ve been drawn towards since we turned the corner into September? The nights are cooler, and I’m really starting to embrace the start of the Fall season change. Roasted tomato soup, tweed jackets, rust and ochre hues, and luxe velvets are what I’m especially feeling excited about. This collection of images began as a love letter to the color rust, but I sort of fell in love with mixing in a bit of ochre, black and white, traditional architectural elements, and TEXTURE. Please do share in the comments what you’re loving right now in fashion and interiors. I want to know! Image Sources: Ochre and Rust Pillows Round Seat Cane Chairs Silky Rust Trousers Yellow Ottoman Rounded Arch Interior White Linen Blouse + Rust Trousers Dining Vignette with Leather Chair Rust Pom Pillows

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‘Tis the Ski-son: DIY Après Ski Sweater

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 15:39:38 +0000

a·près-ski | äprā ˈskē/ | noun | the social activities and entertainment following a day’s skiing. Ken and I are heading up North for our annual ski getaway next weekend, so naturally I’ve had all things ski on the brain lately. The Francophile in me went NUTS for this Après Ski sweater, but apparently everyone else did too because the smaller sizes are completely sold out. Not to mention it’s a men’s sweater so even if S or XS was available, chances are it would be too big. Never one to let a sold-out roadblock stop me, I decided I’d just make myself one. $20 and 20 minutes later, I’m ready to hit the slopes in true Francophile style. Read on for details below! WHAT YOU’LL NEED: V-Notch Pullover – This one is super warm and fleecy inside. Iron-on Alphabet Letters Scissors Iron Ruler MAKE IT IN 5 EASY STEPS: Cut the clear plastic sheeting around each letter needed to spell “après ski.” Heat your iron on the wool setting without steam. While the iron is heating, center the “après” letters (adhesive side down) on the front of the sweatshirt about 2″ down from the bottom of the collar’s “V” […]

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Oversized Carpet Bag DIY

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 14:44:07 +0000

Yep, this bag is made from a rug. This killer (and affordable!) rug to be exact. I made myself a carpet bag because A. I think carpet bags are dope, and B. Every year I end up toting my Holiday gifts to gatherings in disposable plastic bags, and every year I think what a shame it is that the gifts I spent so much time wrapping up with pretty paper and ribbon make their way to their intended giftee in a lack luster plastic grocery bag. No more! Not this year. I saw this Nate Berkus rug at Target, instantly loved the pattern, and knew it would make a great carpet bag. I had fun with this project because since you don’t cut the rug edges, there are no raveling yarns to wrastle with. Just hand sew up the sides, add a handle and boom. Done! Scoot over to SheKnows for the full tutorial and tote your gifts in style this year! Follow

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Easy Brass Hoop Earrings

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 15:37:48 +0000

As you guys MAY have picked up from my last post, I’m all about the brass these days. I love the warmth of the metal and the way it works with my favorite wardrobe color…blue! Recently, I’d seen an upscale (read: $$$) pair of brass hoop earrings on Pinterest that looked like they’d–straight-up–been created by bending a piece of wire into a loop. And at that moment I thought to myself: A. Those are gorgeous, and B. I can bend wire. So I set out to make a pair for myself. The total cost was under $10 bucks, and these minimalist brass hoops, literally, made up in 10 minutes. I used this non-tarnishing brass wire, and there’s enough on the roll to make several sets, so think Secret Santa gifts this year! Head over to SheKnows for the full tutorial, ya’ll! Follow

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Jewelry Refresh: Colorblock Painting

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 14:48:09 +0000

Happy Friday! In preparation for our move to the new house, I’ve been attempting to pair down things I no longer use or need. Amidst the donation-fest, I came across an old plain, metal bracelet I hadn’t worn in ages that had been hiding at the back of my vanity. Instead of adding it to the donate pile (like I’d usually do with something I haven’t worn in over a year), I decided to test out a colorblock painting technique to see if I could give it a little facelift. Turns out a little painter’s tape and spray paint worked wonders transforming this lack luster number into a statement bracelet for Fall. I think my favorite part is that this project cost a grand total of $0.00 as I had the paint and tape on hand already. (The perfect project for a broke new homeowner!) Head over to SheKnows for the detailed step-by-step! Follow

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Easy Breezy Serape Shorts

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:41:26 +0000

We’re seeing a resurgence of Mexican serape patterns in interiors and fashion lately, and I’ve got to say I’m into it! I came across this lovely serape printed cotton and impulsively bought a yard, not actually knowing what I was going to do with it. Risky! Considering it ran the potential of ending up untouched in my fabric stash bin, but it’s good to live on the edge once in awhile, right? The fabric arrived and it was everything I hoped it would be: vibrantly colorful and a good print version of the real thing, so until I could figure out exactly what I wanted to do with it, I used the fabric to style various posts and instagrams. One fine day while preparing for our Big Sur trip I came across these serape shorts on Oh Joy’s Blog and #lightbulb! Why not sew up a more casual version for summer lounging? And that’s precisely what I did. Here’s how they came together: Materials: 1 yard of cotton printed serape fabric 1″ Non-roll elastic Your favorite pair lounge shorts that fit you like a dream. (We’ll use this as the pattern.) Sewing machine and iron Basic sewing materials (pins, scissors, coordinating thread) For the Shorts: 1. Fold […]

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4 Stunning Holiday Dresses from Anthropologie

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Sat, 22 Nov 2014 00:40:51 +0000

Anthropologie really got the Holiday dresses right this year. Holy wow are they gorgeous! With intricate details and just the right amount of formality, their new arrivals have you covered from Holiday work parties to New Years Eve on the town. These are 4 of my faves… Un | Deux | Trois | Quatre

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Velvet-lined Faux Fur Collar

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 13:45:37 +0000

I’ve been admiring the fur fashion movement from afar for over year. (Remember my Fur Lusting last year?) Since I’m still lusting now that winter is around the corner, I decided to join the party and add some fur to my life. Enter the oversized faux fur collar–I freaking love the way they can totally change the look of a coat, and instantly make it feel brand new again! The velvet lining not only adds a luxurious touch, but its textured surface also helps keep the collar in place around the neckline. The result? A cozy fur accessory to jump start your winter wardrobe! Materials: 1/2 yard of faux fur 1/2 yard of velvet Permanent marker Scissors Sewing Pins Needle and coordinating thread 1. Hand draw 1/2 “boomerang” shape as shown above on the back side of the faux fur. Use a straight straight vertical line to close off the “boomerang” shape (This will be the fold line.) Step 2. Cut along drawn lines except the straight vertical line. Step 3. Fold the cut out 1/2 “boomerang” on the vertical fold line, and outline the shape with a permanent marker. Step 4. Pull back the cut out portion to reveal the other half of the “boomerang,” and cut […]

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[Make Your Own] Patterned Leggings

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Fri, 03 Oct 2014 16:47:20 +0000

I love me a good pair of leggings. A mostly cotton blend with spandex for elasticity and retention, and of course ones that fit me just right. When I’m not at work, I live in my leggings. Yep, they’re crazy comfortable and perfect with over-sized flowy tops and sweaters and flats. What’s not to love? So when my favorite pair began wearing through as they inevitably do, I decided to use them as a “pattern” and create a few more pairs that fit just like them, but this time using graphic fabric that I’ve been holding onto waiting for precisely this project to come along. I feel like there’s a misconception out there about how difficult it is to sew on stretch fabrics. Truthfully, it’s not as hard as everyone makes it sound, and you, yes you, can sew stretch fabrics! If I can do it, you can do it. By simply adjusting your sewing machine settings (as noted below) you’ll set yourself up for success. A big thank you to my mom, Sandi Knutie, of Seams Sew Cool for coaching me from afar on the secrets of the craft. Materials List: an old pair of leggings that both fit you well and are ready for the donation or trash bin (you’ll be cutting […]

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Introducing Kinfolk Apparel: Ouur

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Thu, 24 Jul 2014 13:28:46 +0000

With a focus on natural fibers, dry textures, and simple yet refined silhouettes, Kinfolk Magazine (my new favorite read) is making their first debut into the world of apparel and home goods later this year, with Ouur. And from what I’ve seen so far, I’m really quite excited. I mean, the Peter Pan Linen dress is just beyond! It’s currently available in Japan, and is scheduled to launch in the US later this year. For more glimpses into what is on it’s way, check out ouurcollection.com.

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