Best Coast

I just returned from a spontaneous long weekend away on the California coast. Although short, it was truly one of the best vacations I've ever taken. I could totally see myself relocating to the west at some point in my life. It just feels like such a healthy life-style... in the short time there, I drove my bike all over Santa Monica and Venice, ate fresh blueberries by the handful, walked to and from the beach numerous times, taking in the sunshine and breathing in the fresh salty air coming off the ocean.



I feel silly for feeling this way since I should just be happy I was even able to take off and have this experience, but I feel sad and slightly depressed. Does this happen to you? Is post-vaca blues a real thing?






Until next time California... <333

Pennsylvania Abandon Turnpike

Two Sunday's ago, a large group of us traveled 3 hours out towards Pittsburgh on the turnpike to walk the long stretch of land that used to be part of the Pennsyvania Turnpike. It was closed down in 1968 when they needed to expand the lanes to ease congestion. We walked about 14 miles in total, and went through one mile long tunnel that left us in complete darkness when our flashlights were turned off.

Fun side note::: Some of the movie "The Road" was filmed in the Sideling Hill Tunnel... pretty cool, right!! :)





We all had a ton of fun, and I peed in the woods 4 times (Great Success!!) It was really a great trip, and I highly suggest it if you ever have the chance!

xo
Janelle

A Fresh Start

Cream Floral

In the past few months my life has changed drastically. I've had to make many decisions that were extremely hard. There was a lot of time spent in the "crying bed" surrounded by the best of friends that I am SO LUCKY to have that have accepted me at my worst and have been helping restore me to my best. That's the most I'll say about my blogging absence, but life is good now. I am happy and so excited for the future and the now. It is simply fabulous being back in Philadelphia... the city I love. :)

Over the past few weeks I've set aside my crochet hooks and have replaced them with my sewing machine. I've really enjoyed working with it, even though we have had our fair share of arguments, we still love and respect each other. ;)

Here are some wire headbands I made out of vintage and vintage inspired fabric that double as ascots. A lovely customer even told me she would wear one on her wrist! They are now for sale in my Etsy shop, so check them out. They are perfect for the coming warm months and even make really great gifts. Some of the fabric is one of a kind, so grab them while you can.


Plaid Fabric




Lavendar Fabric (My personal favorite!)


Yellow Floral Fabric

xo
Janelle

Crushed Out

Happy Valentines Day darling lovers! Today and tomorrow only take 10% off your order in my shop with coupon code BEMINE :)

I hope you all enjoy today by drowning yourselves in chocolates and being with the ones you love. I can't wait to spend the evening with one of my oldest and best friends watching sappy movies and eating candy!

I leave you with Sondre Lerche covering the cutest Animal Collective song ever!


Enjoy!

xo Janelle

Homesick

A really lovely friend introduced this song to me so I thought I'd share it. I think it is one of the prettiest songs I've heard in a long time.

Lately, I have been feeling a bit homesick... homesick for my friends. Luckily I have gotten to spend a few incredible weekends with them... and tomorrow one of my besties is throwing a Christmas gathering and I will get to see everyone again. I simply... CAN! NOT! WAIT!

I hope you all are well and are either already celebrating the Festival of Lights(Chanukah!) or are gearing up to be with your families this weekend. I wish you all a happy and healthy. <3

Thankful + Sale

This year I am thankful for... • My Family • My amazing friendships • Living with Eric in our little farmhouse • Puppy shopping • My incredible customers Happy Thanksgiving dears. I hope you are all planning on gorging yourselves with lots of homemade goodness. I know I am! :) Take 20% OFF your entire purchase in my shop BLACK FRIDAY ONLY with coupon code SNUGGLE. My hand knit accessories will make the coziest of gifts for just about everyone on your holiday shopping list! ;) SHOP NOW xo Janelle

Hello!!! :)

Although I did not do it on purpose per say... I believe, I truly needed a break from blogging. The other day... I started to really miss it! And miss all of you and reading your wonderful blogs. I have been ridiculously busy working, prepping for Art Star (yikes! It's next weekend already!) trying to clean and cook dinners and on top of all that normal day to day stuff, I also of course want time with friends and Eric! I've convinced myself that after next weekends big show, life should surely calm down, which I will be very thankful for.

I previously blogged about having another photoshoot with the talented Sharyn Frenkel and my gorgeous friends Leila and Stephanie... Here's how it turned out!














In other news, I am cutting my hair tomorrow and even though I am a bit nervous, I am very excited. I'll let you know how it goes... ;)

xo
Janelle