tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43852596554718898092024-03-13T16:58:53.572-04:00Crooked SisterCrooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.comBlogger318125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-22089501150194233902012-08-16T07:30:00.000-04:002012-08-16T07:30:00.349-04:00Love: The King<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XXtYIPYqFaQ/UCxnRL6pCSI/AAAAAAAACio/gXTlTLP9qVQ/s1600/elvis+oakland+auditorium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XXtYIPYqFaQ/UCxnRL6pCSI/AAAAAAAACio/gXTlTLP9qVQ/s400/elvis+oakland+auditorium.jpg" width="312" /></a></div><br />
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Happy Deathiversary Elvis. I'll be eating a banana and peanut butter sandwich for you tonight while listening to your crooning tunes, like Crawfish. Looking forward to the chance to descend upon Graceland and light a candle for you.<br />
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Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-41527368825688311382012-08-15T07:11:00.002-04:002012-08-15T07:11:54.230-04:00Made: Invisible Bike Helmet<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you bike around town as much as I do, you probably hate the helmet hair you encounter on a daly basis. Well, thanks to these two Swedish design ladies of<a href="http://www.hovding.com/en/how/"> Hovdig</a>, you can let your head go helmet free. To get the full impact of this amazingly innovative design, you have to watch the video below. The duo design team touch upon their design goals, inspiration, and briefly mention the challenges they encountered as female designers, which I love. The price of the product is a little steep at the moment but I hope it becomes a little more mainstream and affordable in the near future.<br />
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Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-8647582062064291922012-08-14T07:09:00.000-04:002012-08-14T07:09:46.160-04:00Vintage Keepsakes: School Books<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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My school days may be over but my love for vintage schoolbooks still lives on. These classic teaching tools have such great original illustrations. They are a nice reminder of what we will lose once the written word goes completely digital. Will an illustrated cover have any relevance once the kindles and IPads take over the world? I certainly hope so since some of these images are priceless. <br />
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I love public art, especially street graffiti, which there is plenty of in NYC. And Instagram just happens to be a great platform to share my many different graffiti finds from the city. Here are a few of my favorite shots from the past couple of months. You can find me on Instagram under my nickname, <a href="http://followgram.me/laurendy/">Laurendy.</a><br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-46293765438334514782012-08-10T09:22:00.000-04:002013-07-03T11:03:04.089-04:00Interview with Eleanor's NYC<br />
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A couple weeks ago, I stopped by and chatted with owner, Alison Lucien, about my bike and business. While I was there, I picked up the cutest vintage bike crate which was originally an old tomato crate from Boston, MA. Oh, and just try to ignore my funny looking hair in this photo. This is what it turns into when it is extremely humid outside. :)<br />
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Check out Cute <a href="http://www.eleanorsnyc.com/">Bicycle Accessories HERE</a>.Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-70384373849343784212012-08-10T08:00:00.000-04:002012-08-10T08:00:19.511-04:00Found: Retro Iron On Decals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I picked up these amazing retro iron on decals from the Brooklyn Flea awhile back. Printed on tissue paper and most likely circa 1950, these decals are hard to come by and extremely delicate. They caught my attention because I really had never seen anything like them before. I love the illustrative style and macabre design to them too. I am not sure whether the "DRAG" monster is an original Ed Roth design or not, but it's still amazing. I love the vampire head dangling on a string. A little on the dark side but amazing finds none the less. I'm imagining them hanging on a wall in floating frames. <br />
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Take_This_Waltz_%28film%29"> Take this Waltz</a> is a film that explores the slightly more intense side of life, particularly relationships. Luckily, Michelle Williams character, Margot, has some adorable outfits to distract you from some of the more heart wrenching moments in the film. Check out a recap of the amazing dress selection below which relied heavily on color, polka dots, and other classic print patterns, like gingham. <br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-44351659908880158652012-08-08T07:34:00.000-04:002012-08-08T07:34:55.528-04:00Made: The Weekend Purse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am in no way a designer handbag gal but I still love to carry a functional purse that will compliment my outfit for the day. So I am constantly adding bags to my collection, yet every one of them always seem to be missing a pocket, or other design accessory that I really need. And I know I'm not the only lady out there looking for the perfect tote, working bag, or clutch. So for the past few months I decided to focus on designing a few bags that had everything I needed, were functional, yet still stylish and cute.<br />
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The first of a three part collection are my Weekend Purses. These bags hang off to your side with an adjustable strap. Small, yet just big enough to hold all your bare weekend essentials. To top it off, I decided to incorporate some of my favorite fabric, Liberty of London. It gives each bag a unique, refined, and slightly retro look to it. You can now pick them up at my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/106323060/blue-floral-fabric-purse-with-adjustable">online store too.</a> <br />
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This past Sunday we had a neighborhood doggy party at our local park. . Despite the humid, hot weather we hung out, let the local neighborhood kids judge the dogs, and took a couple of silly photos which you can check out below. Amusing animal photos always brighten up my day so maybe they'll brighten up your Tuesday. You can see all the photos from the party on the Tumblr page <a href="http://browerparkdogs.tumblr.com/">HERE.</a><br />
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On a pretty warm day in June, I headed down to Coney Island to watch the famous Mermaid Parade. Although the boardwalk has changed and is pretty commercial now, there are still some sites worth seeing and rides to enjoy. A few snapshots below.<br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-28844972090806218852012-07-27T09:52:00.000-04:002012-07-27T09:52:26.624-04:00Local Olympian: Eleanor Holm<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Until yesterday, I had no clue who <a href="http://brooklynology.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/post/2012/07/26/Brooklyn-Olympians.aspx">Eleanor Holm </a>was. But thanks to a great post by my local library here in Brooklyn, and a little additional research, I have become a true fan.<br />
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Eleanor was apart of the U.S. Olympic swim team back in 1932. She won a gold and achieved numerous world records. But this bathing beauty also had a more adventurous side that got her kicked off the Olympic team in 1936.<br />
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After her stint in the Olympics, she became apart of <a href="http://audreyvallette2.webs.com/events.htm">Billy Rose's Aquacade</a> and starred in numerous holllywood films, including Tarzan's Revenge. Her life was riddled with marriages to numerous men involved in showbiz and she even claimed to have met Hitler at the 1936 Olympic games.<br />
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To say the least, she was a talented beauty, with a forward thinking mind and attitude. Cheers to Eleanor Holm and all the other amazing women who have made great strides for our country in the Olympic games!Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-65102369935499888832012-07-26T11:26:00.001-04:002012-07-26T11:28:56.935-04:00Love: Floral Designs by Aubrey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you enjoyed the strawberry bouquet from Martha Stewart that I shared yesterday, you'll love these bouquet designs by the amazing <a href="http://www.designbyaubrey.blogspot.com/">Aubrey</a> in California. They are absolutely dreamy and so unique! I'm always won over by arrangements that have a sort of unexpected element to them, like a bold striped ribbon, dogwood berries, or succulents. All this prettiness makes me want to try my own hand at floral arrangements and take a class at <a href="http://little-flower-school.blogspot.com/">The Little Flower School!</a><br />
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<i>*All images via DesignbyAubrey</i>Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-37883158367448177402012-07-25T09:56:00.001-04:002012-07-25T09:58:24.696-04:00Made: Martha Stewart Berry Wedding Napkins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last July I spent two weeks stitching up these cute berry inspired napkins. The fabric store,<a href="http://www.pinsandneedlesnyc.com/"> Pins & Needles</a>, was recruited at the last minute to create some hand stitched berry themed napkins for a <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/309930/berry-wedding-ideas/@center/285523/wedding-themes">Martha Stewart berry themed wedding shoot</a> and the deadline was tight! I was so thrilled to help design the pattern and teach my fellow stitching companions at <a href="http://www.pinsandneedlesnyc.com/">P&N</a> a few new embroidery tricks. Between the three of us, we finished 12 sets of napkins. All hand embroidered. To say the least, my fingers were covered in blisters by the time I was done stitching. But it was worth it! Although the napkins didn't get featured in the magazine spread, they got a nice mention <a href="http://thebridesguide.marthastewartweddings.com/2012/07/love-it-pins-needles-embroidery.html">Online</a>. You can view a slideshow of the complete Berry inspired wedding by clicking the image below. <br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-51965941458299364172012-07-24T14:04:00.001-04:002012-07-24T14:05:38.028-04:00Vintage: Amelia Earhart<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-46653833975861339962012-07-23T14:52:00.001-04:002012-07-23T14:57:42.968-04:00Brooklyn Places: Dry Goods<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.drygoodsny.com/">Dry Goods</a> is an eclectic store located on Atlantic Avenue in the Boreum Hill area. It is packed with a well curated selection of vintage goods and other objects that have an air of nostalgia to them. The store itself is a little on the small side and packed with goodies everywhere, so it can be a little overwhelming at first. But if you take your time to look around, you are sure to find something unique to take home with you. It's definitely a place to check out, especially if you are looking for a one of a kind gift. They are sure to have it. The owners also have a love for dogs so they have thrown in some great pet accessory products into the mix too. I grabbed some super cute washi tape and amazing pine scented soap while I was there. <br />
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This year there were quite a few vendors at the Brooklyn Renegade Craft Fair showing off their amazing hand crafted merchandise, but what I was most (happily) surprised to see was the number of hand embroidered merch for sale. From cross stitched home decor items to embroidered jewelry, companies like <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MiniatureRhino">Miniature Rhino</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bossanovababy?ref=seller_info">Bossa Nova Baby</a>, and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChezSucreChez">Chez sucre Chez</a> were showing that this historic technique is no longer stuck in the past. These ladies truly represent the new wave of the hand stitched movement and are bringing a fresh new outlook to a craft that is easily labeled as old fashioned. Keep up the great work ladies!<br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-17900539909235718002012-07-19T14:53:00.000-04:002012-07-19T14:53:51.768-04:00Love: Peeko<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I first fell in love with <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PeekoApparel">Peeko Apparel</a> when I featured a pair of her leggings in a post about Ikat prints. I love the tribal street style of her clothing and her leggings are unique, fun, and sexy! My faves include the simple <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/96474239/keeko-draped-rounded-hemline-long">KEEKO</a> draped dress, the multi wrap tank, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/90024349/nen-multi-wrap-tank-black">NEN</a>, and the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/88832353/faux-leather-thigh-high-leggings-black">faux thigh high leggings</a>. I am sucker for any piece of clothing that is functional and diverse. <br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">I don't consider myself having any sort of talent when it comes to drawing but this is how most ideas begin now. A few rough sketches, a lot of sewing, then testing, then revisions, and eventually, if I'm lucky, a finished product that I hope people will love. </span></div>
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-35989300937788428072012-07-17T12:46:00.000-04:002012-07-17T14:00:10.325-04:00Vintage: Catwoman circa 1960<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I can't think of a better time to pay tribute to the ladies who first brought the infamous, sexy Catwoman to the televised screen than this week! First played by Julie Newmar, then Eartha Kitt, and lastly, Lee Meriwether in the first Batman film. These ladies all put some serious curves and va-va-voom into this character. And the 60's costume is hands down my favorite cat costume to ever take shape. I mean just look at the hair, and the bling bling! Anne Hathaway has some big shoes to fill but I still can't wait to see what she does with the legendary Selina Kyle later this week in The Dark Knight Rises. <br />
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This Sunday I spent 9 hours in the sweltering summer heat at <a href="http://www.brooklynflea.com/">Brooklyn Flea Market</a> in Williamsburg. Despite the rather sticky conditions, I had a great time. I sold a few goods, met some new people, and enjoyed the amazing view from the <a href="http://nysparks.com/parks/155/details.aspx">East River State Park.</a> It reminded just how much I enjoy doing public shows. I love meeting my customers in person and having a chat with them.<br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-62626456527705657832012-07-12T15:12:00.002-04:002012-07-12T15:14:03.349-04:00Love: Peggy Moffitt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If I were going to a style icon costume party I would dress up like Peggy Moffitt(in the three tiered dress below) in a heartbeat. Nobody did super, sexy, fun, flirty sixties style better than <b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ojaofcXmS8">her.</a> </b>On a side note, I want all of those needlepoint pillows in the photo above.<br />
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<br />Crooked Sisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200197689535780178noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4385259655471889809.post-62242751026241089862012-07-11T11:27:00.000-04:002012-07-11T11:27:03.295-04:00Made: Wiksten Tank<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you are looking for a fresh summer accessory AND an easy sewing project, you must try the <a href="http://www.shopwiksten.com/product/tank-top-dress-sewing-pattern">Wiksten Tank pattern.</a> This cute top has been making the rounds across the sewing/craft blog network and for good reason. It is an easy project (even for a novice sewer!) and in a matter of hours you'll have a fresh new top to add to your summer wardrobe. The pattern also calls for french seams, which sounds daunting, but it will make you feel all fancy once you complete them. <br />
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I used a warm abstract print and instead of binding it with the same fabric, I decided to use some vintage brown lace bias tape I had lying around. The lace was a little tricky to sew but I thought it added a nice touch. The back of the shirt was a little loose (I used a quilting cotton so the draping was a little stiff) so I added a small double inner pleat on the top of the back neckline to take up some of the slack. You can buy the pattern <a href="http://www.shopwiksten.com/">HERE</a> and also find out more about Jenny Gordy by following her <a href="http://blog.shopwiksten.com/">BLOG</a>. Hopefully, we'll be seeing more patterns from this very talented lady in the not so distant future.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Showing a little love to the French today with our vintage finds in honor of Bastille Day. Many different cities across the U.S. will be hosting Bastille Day events this weekend. Here are few must have accessories for such an occasion. Enjoy!</span><br />
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<a href="http://sewmoni.bigcartel.com/">Sew Moni</a>, a relatively new sewing studio in Brooklyn, had been on my list of places to check out for awhile. On a nice warm day back in April, I had a chance to stop by their cute location on a nice quiet street in Williamsburg. They were hosting a mini craft pop-up shop of locally designed goods when I stopped by so I had a chance to pick up a few cute cards for Mother's Day by Hartland Brooklyn Card Co.<br />
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I spent some time talking to Katie (sewing instructor/senior designer) about the studio and the business in general that was started by <a href="http://sewmoni.bigcartel.com/about-us">Monie Briones</a>. The space is simple yet sweet, and has a lot of potential to grow. They are currently offering basic sewing classes that sound very comprehensive(see a photo of the dress above) and have been filling up quick. Class prices are great, and although their fabric selection is limited at this moment, they offer a cute selection of <a href="http://sewmoni.bigcartel.com/category/patterns">basic patterns</a> too.<br />
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But I have to say my favorite thing about Sew Moni is their web presence. From the layout to the overall design, their website sets an example for what other small creative businesses should strive to achieve. I also love the web design of their sister company, <a href="http://www.greeneandsunset.bigcartel.com/">Greene & Sunset</a>. And their <a href="http://www.greeneandsunset.bigcartel.com/lookbook">jewelry look book</a> is cute too! Keep up the great work girls!<br />
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