Please & Thank You, Retro Revival Boutique

Let's get this out there before anything else.

First, this is not an ad. I didn't receive any money or free product.

As a supporter of handmade, I can't help but share my finds with others.

I paid for these two sets of earrings. And I'm very pleased with them!

~ Thank you, Retro Revival Boutique ~

(I will call them RRB in this post for short, by the way.)

Welcome to Night Vale Inspired Earrings

RRB was inspired by a podcast called Welcome to Night Vale.

I've never watched it, but I was captured by the weird yet pretty look of these.

They are just as wonderful in person - Excited to wear them out!

Button Beaded Earrings

Funky, vintage style. Love it!

Both sets were well-made and they shipped very fast.

I'm already looking over RRB again for more :)

Clockwise, left to right: 1. Summertime Beaded Bib Necklace; 2. Exotic Bird Necklace; 3. Mod Golden Triangle Dangle Earrings; 4. Vintage Buttons Crocheted Bib Necklace 5. Purple Filigree & Red Crystal Chandelier Earrings

When you are in search of jewelry, I recommend Retro Revival Boutique.

I enjoyed my experience and I'm sure you will, too!

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Reasons To Wear Autumn

With Autumn arriving, it's time to celebrate.

And you can do that by wearing it - around your neck, dangling from your ears.

Enjoy these handmade and perfectly wearable pieces.

Wear The Autumn, a collection of handmade jewelry.

The colors are turning warm and rustic.

Focus is on leaves, acorns and other Fall-inspired treasures.

What's your favorite part of Autumn?

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road?

Why did the chicken cross the road? Well, there are plenty of reasons.

But the question is more - why did I cross the road?

Because there was a chicken and I had a slight fear of chickens.

Yes. Ridiculous, but there is a perfectly good reason.

It stems from my childhood when we spent time at my uncle's home.

My uncle had a trampoline - you know, a big one - in the backyard.

You had to walk a little ways to get to it 'cause his backyard was a good size.

Zebra Chicken Doorstop by Chicken Jungle

He also had chickens and a rooster. The rooster was a mean son of a - er - jerk.

Yeah, he was a very, very mean bird! Now this rooster would chase you.

Like really, really chase you. And you didn't want to be caught by him. Oh, no, you didn't.

Chickens At Play Outdoor Sign by Bainbridge Farm Goods

He got a piece of my uncle's toe once.

All of us kids had a healthy dose of fear AND respect.

No one wants a sharp beak tearing your appendages.

Vintage Chicken Sculpture from Etsplace

One day when I was a girl, I ran to the trampoline. Woo!

Made it. Fingers, toes, legs and all are good.

Jump, jump . . more jumping . . Jump, jump - Okay, you get it.

Chicken Clay Earrings by LizGlizz

Time to go back inside. I look left, look right, look down.

I don't see him. Let's do this. All I have to do is go.

I jump off the trampoline and I see him from the corner of my eye.

Chicken Crochet Flap Hat by Knotty Baby Wear

I run. I run like a crazy rooster is chasing me. He was fast and he almost caught me.

Luckily, there was an empty plastic kiddie pool. I leap over it and kick it back.

Primitive Wooden Chicken by The Savvy Shopper 1

I see that he is stuck behind that pool. I never stopped running, though.

I didn't stop running or look back until I was shutting the sliding glass door behind me.

Then I just took a breath. I survived!

Crochet Chicken Coaster by Vest Beret

Now, that happened many years ago. Since then, I have learned more about these incredible creatures.

I've come to adore them. However, I will still walk lightly & watchful about them - Ha!

Share a random childhood story of your own in the comments. I would enjoy reading about it :)

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

E Is For . . . (Blogging From A To Z Challenge 2014)

Welcome to Blogging From A To Z with Pin & Tack.

It's about writing everyday using a letter from the alphabet.

Today's letter is . . .

Now, give me an L, another E, P, and H - well, you know the rest. E is for Elephant. It's also for enjoy, which I hope you will when you take a look below ;)

These elephants never stop for directions.

Origami Elephant Mobile from Maps

Elephants are vegans. Yep, one of the largest mammals exists on plants.

Elephant Earrings

Some cultures believe the elephant is a cosmic creature.
It carries the world on its back. This one holds down papers.

Vintage Art Glass Paperweight

Elephants symbolize honor, patience & strength among other wonderful attributes.

"Miss Dior" Art Print

Are you a lover of elephants? Or is there another type of animal that catches your fancy?

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue . . .

Roses are red, violets are blue . . . a poem that starts with this typically ends with an expression of love. Unless you like to be snarky, but we won't go that route - Ha! If you enjoy giving gifts, let roses & violets inspire you to choose one for your loved one.

(Source, Clockwise: 1. Botanical Print - Peony & Thistle Paper, 2. Thumb Tacks - Pin & Tack, 3. Flower Earrings - Handsome Honey, 4. Dome Ring - Xerces Art, 5. Pleated Wristlet - Oyeta, 5. Beaded Bracelet - Just Charming, 7. Flower Crown - Gardens Of Whimsy, 8. Clay Earrings - D Fox Jewelry Designs, 9. Origami Bouquet - The White Bouquet, 10. Paper Garland - La Mia Casa, 11. Digital Print - Rosie & Violets)

Have you already gotten ready for the big LOVE day? If not, now is the time. Please don't be a procrastinator. It's just not the thing to do if you celebrate this day with your love. Otherwise, you end up giving a crappy card, boring box of chocolates, and not-so-fresh flowers.

Blessings and joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

7 Reasons Why Rain Clouds Don't Bring Me Down

Rain clouds used to be sad, but crafters & artist have changed this perception.

They bring such a bit of joy and the real ones give you an excuse to get out of yard work.

Rainy Day Earrings, petite Vanilla

Flood Rain Cloud Print, Golly Bard

Rain Cloud Journal, Ordinary Artists

Gray Rain Cloud Emroidered Hoop, Hey Abby

Rain Cloud Shot Glass, Villareal Ceramics

Rain Cloud Mobile, Lullaby Mobiles

Rain Clouds Necklace, Katheyl

Ruby Red Vintage Outfit For $100

This is for my fashionable friends, who enjoy a more vintage look.

For $100 (not including shipping), a bold red outfit can be yours.

Blouse & Skirt - Vintage 1970s, Starlet Vintage, $55

Shoes - Vintage, Mid Mod & Morganstern, $25

Earrings - Vintage 1980s, The Vintage Korner, $1.50

Bracelets - Vintage Plastic, Metalliferous Vintage, $2

Purse - Vintage Natural Fibers, Sweetie2Sweetie, $7.99

Wear A Little Nature

{ Unakite & New Jade Bracelet }

There is no better way to decorate yourself than using pieces of nature. Judy Cogo Designs is the perfect place to find these pieces!

Judy Cogo is a self-taught jewelry artist from Canada. Her fascination with fashion and having the right accessory spurred her to start creating her own jewelry.

She creates with what she loves: gemstones, wire wrapping & crochet. Her jewelry is unique and stunning.

{ Amethyst & Rose Earrings }

Judy loves to learn new techniques in jewelry making. Her style is constantly evolving and changing as she incorporates new designs and materials into her art.

{ Rose Quartz Pendant Necklace }

If you would like to see more of Judy's lovely accessories, you may visit her here:

Judy Cogo Designs

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