You're So Jane

Before Jane...

2012-03-12T04:30:00.000-07:00

Many of my friends know that I am a retail junkie. By retail junkie I mean,yes, I have a love for shopping BUT before Vintage Jane I worked in the world of big retail. Everything from a sales clerk, to a back room manager unloading boxes all day, to a store manager for the local Bath and Body Works and Ann Taylor Lofts. It is funny, once you get in the retail circle you really become part of a family. I met so many wonderful women in those 10 years and I still keep in touch with several of them.

Not only did I work with great women, I also became a life long client to each of these brands. It is almost a joke for anyone to ask me what I am wearing. My answer 95% of the time is Ann Taylor Loft. Their clothes fit me just right and I feel like I create any type of look. They can range from hipster, city chic, romantic, to everyday casual in their stores AND most of the time they are offering the same discount they offer their employees!

This past week, my mom and I were asked to do a runway show for our local Loft store. Of course we jumped at the chance and we had a blast doing it together. We got to wear fancy shoes from a local boutique and pieces from the Loft Spring Collection. Wow, it was fun. My dad and husband stopped by. My dad was able to snap one shot from the show while my husband chased our 10 and 2 year old around the store. Really, my 2 year old chased after me screaming "Mommy". Good times!

Being in the back room getting ready for the show, I was able to show my mom where I use to work and hang out with previous co workers. We had a great time and it reminded me of where I started. Everything I learned from these two stores, I have taken with me to help the growth of Vintage Jane. So for any of you out there that are wondering how is your current job ever going to make a difference in your life, give it time. One day you might be running your own business and using everything you learned to make it a success!

Styling from my door to yours,

Jane Michelle W

What's Your Sign? Jane Shannon

2012-03-09T03:54:00.000-08:00

Signs are everywhere. They tell us to when to stop, when to yield, how many miles left and when we are approaching a railroad crossing. They advertise restaurants, gas stations and shopping. Churches have funny little signs. Schools have signs announcing upcoming events. Billboards are all over the highways. Obviously, we need signs to help guide us. Signs provide direction. Whatever your feelings are about signs, they cause us to pause and think. I love signs. Now we are even seeing signs in decorating and fashion. Whether it is an advertisement, announcement, saying or just one word....it gets our attention. I have a sign above my kitchen door that says, "It's a wonderful life". I know it may sound crazy but when life gets crazy, hectic and downright stressful....this sign reminds me that life is wonderful. It causes me to pause, regroup and hopefully change my attitude for that day. I have a necklace that says, "blessed". When I am feeling anything but blessed, wearing this necklace reminds me that things could be worse and that I have so much to be thankful for. Some just make me laugh, like the t-shirt I saw a few years ago that said, "What if the hokey pokey is what it's all about".

Signs and words can be powerful, inspiring, meaningful or just witty. Try finding your sign or your word for that matter and let it be a gentle reminder to you each day.

Controlled Creative Chaos

2012-03-08T04:16:00.000-08:00

I am one of those people that have too many things going on on any given day. I am sure you can relate! And I hear so many of my friends saying they don't have the time to be creative, the space to be creative, too many kids around, etc. I can also relate to them. Unfortunately, my head will literally explode if I can't do something creative on a regular basis. So I have always found a way to make it work, even with 4-5 toddlers running around. You just have to know how to work it. Keep in mind, I may be over the top, lol. You can scale this to whatever fits you (or think I am crazy and cross the street when you see me coming, I will understand). So anyway, here are some things that work for me.

Conquer CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome)

Now, this is and always will be something I will struggle with. If you have never heard of FlyLady, look it up. It is a short routine that keeps your home under control...if followed...on a routine basis. She is awesome and it is broken into little steps that even I can do. If you are a domestic goddess, you can skip this part, and never come to my home. :)

Creative Circuit Training (Part 1)

This is how I do fifty million things at once. I have a short attention span or must stop for scheduled appointments, so I keep my activities short. This is also key when trying to squeeze that time in around little ones. All of my creative activities, and not-so-creative daily living, can be broken down into categories. I usually have three to five categories per training session. For me this may look like schoolwork, paintings, housework, marketing, repurpose projects, processing photos. You can make whatever works for you. Just break your activities down into like categories. You do not have to have a long list under each one.

Next number your categories by importance, 1 being most important. Then list your projects you would like to accomplish that day, week, or month under their category. Number those by importance in each list. This all really only takes a minute. Then you have thoroughly warmed up and our ready for your training session. Stay tuned to find out how to get the most bang for your time on my next post. Keep adding to your list in the meantime. You will be surprised how much you will accomplish!

Jane Michelle L.

Spring Trends

2012-03-07T04:03:00.001-08:00

Spring is about to be sprung, and I couldn't be happier! There are a few statement pieces I’m looking forward to updating my wardrobe with this season, and I wanted to share with y'all.

Neon. I have a favorite neon cardigan that I’ve been wearing pretty much constantly for 3 years, so I’m glad the rest of the world is finally catching on. Whether it’s a bright accessory, shoes or a fabulous top, neon is a great way to put some energy into your spring wardrobe. You can also perk up your house with some fun neon throw pillows or upholstered pieces.

Denim. The world must be ending in 2012 because denim-on-denim is actually a trendy look this year. Granted, you should be careful about how much denim, but done correctly it can look quite chic and not like you're an auto mechanic wearing a Canadian tuxedo.

To pull this off, you should pair a lighter chambray shirt with dark wash jeans.

Or try wearing a denim shirt instead of a cardigan with a cute, girly skirt! I love contrasting pieces, so anything girly paired with something edgy is always a good look in my book--like this lace skirt and denim shirt.

If you're afraid of the denim-on-denim look, here's a safe mix to get you started.

High-low hems: short in the front, long in the back. Also known as a "mullet hem”. You guessed it: business in the front, party in the back. This is being seen in shirts, crop tops (let me know if you find someone that looks good in one of those), skirts and dresses.

Romantic and flowing, this proves to be a very flattering look.

Geometric and tribal prints. These prints have been popular for a while now, and it doesn't look like they're going anywhere soon. I've seen fun prints on shirts, dresses, skirts, shoes, fingernails, accessories--you name it. Go for it!

Fun fact: these prints look great with neon and/or denim.

So be on the lookout for some fun updates to your wardrobe. We have some wonderful items and accessories at Vintage Jane that will look great with your new outfits!

Oh...and don’t blame me if you look back at pictures of yourself 5 years from now and say “WHAT WAS I THINKING?!!”

Jessica

Is It Summer Yet?

2012-03-06T04:18:00.000-08:00

Summertime Anyone?

So, Jane Kresha found this pic the other day

and thought I might be interested in figuring out

how to make some for the store...

Hmmm....since last summer our family began

using canning jars as our everyday drinking glasses,

(remember the blog on my inspiration from Black Mountain?)...

I was totally into trying to figure this one out!:)

How fun these would be at parties/barbeques...the ideas kept pouring into my mind...

I enlisted my husband to help me try a few ideas,

use a few 'practice' jars, and then, before we knew it,

Voila!

So Cool!

It worked:)

I added a few fun stripey straws,

and a splatter of color via a homemade tag,

and these cuties are all ready to go to town:) 

We're calling 'em 

Southern Sippers.

Mmmmhmm...

You can taste the sunshine

right along with me, can't ya'?

So go ahead and dream of summer,

she's just around the corner anyhow...

and pour yourself a nice, cool glass

of blackberry lemonade,

and sip it slow,

Southern style;)

Enjoy,

Jane Donna

Practice your Creativity

2012-03-05T04:02:00.000-08:00

Okay, so maybe we have said this before....but I still hear people say all the time some version of 'I'm just not creative' - to which I say 'nonsense'! I believe everybody is born creative but sometimes with the demands of life we just don't pay attention to our creative side. So it gets hidden under all the other parts of us - hidden behind our intellect, logic and the duties of the day - next thing you know creativity is in the corner gathering dust. But it's still there, it just needs to be brushed off and given a chance to come out and play.

Like anything else in life, creativity just needs a little practice. As you take little steps in creativity you will see it come with more and more ease.

So if your creativity has gotten dusty, go get it out of the corner and give it a little practice. And when you do, come back and tell us about it. We want to celebrate with you!

~Jane Lisa

Basically Awesome

2012-03-02T05:38:00.001-08:00

I recently did a RAINBOW Art party for my daughter's 8th Birthday (the one with the Rainbow Layer Cake). So when I came across this fabulous project I was so excited that I shouted "I am SO doing this!". Of course I was scrolling through Pinterest on my phone while waiting in the check out line at the grocery store... I got lots of strange looks. (Hehehehehe)

I'll admit that I am a total sucker for trying any new process & finding new ways to use old stuff is pretty much how JANE rolls. So this project is Basically Awesome!

megduerksen.typepad.com

This is my inspiration picture:
I really enjoy Meg's blog (what mom wouldn't?) & I figured our JANE readers needed a little step by step into making Basically Awesome art with crayons.

Meg has a great tutorial on her blog about how to do this. Which I read after I figured it out & tried 1 ... then I went back & saw that I apparently did it right.

My version of the D.I.Y. for melted crayon art:

Start with the Basics:

8x10 canvas board is sold in packs of 3 for $5

24 packs of "crazyArt" crayons are around $0.50 per box

Hot Glue Gun

Hot Glue Sticks (that fit your glue gun)

*just sayin'... my glue gun has a round opening & there is a rouge bag of glue sticks somewhere in my studio that are oval shaped! *

Heat Gun (I used my Emossing Gun, Hair Dryers work also)

Start with 1 pack of 24 crayons , 1 canvas board 8x10... I did this project for a RAINBOW party so I layed out the crayons in color order to create a rainbow effect.

YES... I picked these crayons because I love the name! Also because they are very affordable. *But mostly I love the name!*

Once you decide the order in which you want your crayons, then you hot glue each one to the canvas board.

Did you know that 1 24 pack of crayons will fit exactly across the top edge of an 8x10 canvas board? Yeah, me neither! But they do... so it works out all fabulous & perfect.

Give the hot glue a few minutes to cool before your next step. *this is coffee break time*

Now for the fun part!
I set the canvas board in a metal picture stand (from the frame department at Hobby Lobby). But you can also just lean it & it would work as well.
I also decided last minute that putting the whole project into a cardboard box might save me extra clean up time. Wax will splatter depending on how close your heat gun (or hair dryer) is & what angle you direct the hot air.

At this point YOU art the artist! so you can not do it wrong. Melt it as much or as little as you like to create your own masterpiece.

This was our final piece. We let each child at the party do their own to take home as their "party favor".
*I also realized about 5 seconds into it that as you finish, you can sprinkle colored glitter into the soft wax & it will give your rainbow some glitz!*I love glitter!

We essentially took very basic art supplies & turned them into an unforgettable art experience that reintroduced the magic of opening a fresh box of crayons. And we made it into something Basically Awesome!

Now be a Jane... & make your own.

Jane: Jessa

Each Picture is a Story to be Told

2012-03-01T04:00:00.000-08:00

The other day I stumbled across a blog that brought me to tears. I love pictures, taking pictures, and looking at others pictures. To be honest, I didn't want to share this blog until I could post my own submission BUT like a little kid, I couldn't wait. Cause it is that good!

In 2011, photographer Taylor Jones," took a picture of a picture in the past in the present", blogged about it and it went viral. You might have seen an example of it in a Chevy commercial. The blog is called Dear Photograph and it is my newest addiction. It is not only the pictures that get me crying but each picture is submitted with a letter that of course starts with Dear Photograph..... Ok, enough of me yapping, here are a few example's from Taylor Jone's blog. Readers from all around the world can submit their picture in a picture. Which of our Jane reader's wants to try?

Dear Photograph,

I know you are my ancestors sitting there in front of the house I grew up in and where my family still lives today.  Even though we have lived in different times and a generation or more apart, I somehow feel closely connected to you both.

Gitte

                      
Dear Photograph,

The load was a lot lighter 33 years ago…
                      
Weaver

I called my mom this morning and asked her to search for a few pictures. I can't wait to try it. I will post mine soon.

Stylin from my door to yours,

Jane MW

The tiny necklace is back....

2012-02-29T03:49:00.000-08:00

For years it has seemed like tiny necklaces have been a no-no. While big bling is still hot here are a few stars sporting the delicate wear-it-with-everything neck lace...

Jennifer is...just amazing sporting this super simple outfit that is finished off with the perfect dainty necklace.

Kristen Wiig is adorable and so is her necklace! Love, love, love.................................

I'm sure Sarah's necklace cost a fortune but Jane has a similar version for $12-$14. Just Sayin'....

So come check out Jane's collection of dainty beauties....the tiny necklace is back and it's bigger than ever.

Viva Votre Style Personnel,

Kresha

Show Stopper

2012-02-28T03:55:00.000-08:00

From time to time I add a piece of jewelry to my collection that everyone desires. In the course of a year, I purchase hundreds of pieces of jewelry (to sell). Most move quickly, while some (unfortunately) linger forever. My customers enjoy donning the latest trends -- while staying true to their individuality. Usually, I only order a few pieces of the same design. After all, who likes to show up at a party with a gorgeous necklace on, and notice three other people wearing the same one? Not me!

When I find a piece that everyone begs for, I refer to it as a Show Stopper. These pieces I will order in larger quantities. Literally, it's the piece you can't get out of your head...you see it in your favorite high fashion catalogs, stores, and magazines. They feature it on your favorite talk show -- yep, it's the giveaway, and everyone in the audience takes one home! If it wasn't so pricey, you would have one too!

Here's an example:

justgivemejewels.com
$99.99

genuine diamond version

ebay.com

$2090.00

Ross-Simons
Originally: $895 Clearance: $395

Here is my little Show Stopper...and, it's making its way to Vintage Jane this week!

Wear it alone. Trust me, it won't be lonely.
Layer it with other beauties and it will add lots of fun!
Grab other colors of the same bracelet and an arm party will begin!

Priced for every Jane: $17

See ya' soon!

Jane Deanna

You do not always have to go big, to go home...

2012-02-27T03:33:00.000-08:00

Not every piece of second hand furniture requires reupholstering or refinishing. Sometimes the smallest changes can have a massive impact.

Take this amazing green vinyl chair that I scooped up from the Rescue Mission Thrift Store in downtown Winston-Salem. It was love at first sight but somehow I managed to lose one of the brass feet during the loading process. No worries, I just took off the other brass foot and covered the dated maple legs with a couple coats of glossy black paint.

And voilà, within minutes the chair looks slightly more edgy and fits in beautifully with my living room decor.

-Jane Dorothy H.

DIY or DI..BUY

2012-02-23T04:00:00.002-08:00

You know, you can find a lot of wisdom in old country songs. One of the most poignant songs I've come across lately is that Kenny Rogers classic "The Gambler":

You gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em,

know when to make something, and when to just buy it"

At least I think those are the lyrics (hah!)...Anyway, I'm an avid DIY-er and if you follow me on Pinterest you'll see i pin at least 523439472304 new projects a day...more than I'll ever be able to finish in a lifetime even if I never sleep or eat again. I've had a lot of successful DIYs, and a few not-so-successful ones. I like to think I can do anything I set my mind to it, but I'll have to admit I've had my failures. Like the time I tried to make a 1920s flapper dress out of duct tape and tassels from Hobby Lobby. After spending over an hour painstakingly taping $20 worth of fringe to a skirt, I got one dance step into my inaugural practice Charleston and the whole thing started to disintegrate. Thank goodness I was still in the protective confines of my bathroom, because it was like the tassels had just pushed an ejector button and all of the sudden all that was left was a pile of black fringe on the floor, and an embarrassed Jane in desperate need of a last minute costume. (Check out my bio page for a picture of how my costume turned out).

Recently I began looking around for new bedroom furniture. There are a ton of great tutorials out there for beautiful DIY upholstered headboards, and I figured with my fiber know-how and my boyfriend's carpenter skills we could whoop something up. But then we started thinking...how long would it take us to actually get it done? Would it be good enough quality to stand the test of time? Would we ever have time to start working on it?

So we made a decision. Sure, we could probably have made something similar (even if it took us 10 years), but we decided to just buy it! DIY blasphemy, you say! But the great thing is that we are supporting local business (the furniture is still custom built here in North Carolina) and in less than 30 days this beautiful bed frame will be delivered to my house!!

So whether you're overwhelmed with projects you want to try or you just don't have the time or patience, lucky for you Vintage Jane is stocked by lovely artists who will do it for you! And it just so happens I have some successful DIY projects I'll be bringing by later this week...here's a sneak peek:

Yours,

Jessica

Taste the rainbow!

2012-02-22T06:18:00.000-08:00

Wouldn't it be amazing if we could actually be in a Skittles commercial & just once really TASTE the RAINBOW?! Talk about Childhood imagination revealed on an EPIC level! This weekend we plan to do just that (not the commercial thing, Taste The Rainbow... & play with it too).

I should start with admitting that this Jane just might be addicted to inspiration... it's like realizing your full potential every time you get that "I can do this" thought running through your head. So this makes Pinterest.com an exciting & dangerous place for me to visit. The following project came from an innocent little wander through the pin boards looking for Birthday party ideas.

pinterest.com (an online pin board)

My Brie Brie is Turning 8 next week & we have a lots of fun planning unique (DIY) birthday parties each year. This year the vibrant rainbow colors kept catching my eye.

Brie loves studio time so the bright colors translated into an art party (oh the fun we will have that is fun-ny). ...is it too expected that an artist would host an "art" party? hmmmm... don't think I care, kids love mess, they are gonna dig the projects we have planned.

The other thing kids love (& by kids I mean ME): MAGIC! & of course CAKE!
So when the soon-to-be Birthday Girl saw a picture of this cake & gushed "oooooh! it's like MAGIC!" you know the voice in my head spoke up & said "I can do that". So here we are... a few days from 1 vibrant party & I decided a rough draft cake is the best way to not kill the magic at her party. Let me introduce you to "practice cake" a new tradition in our home that started last night... & will continue into eternity.

The idea is for all her friends to see a plain white kinda boring cake... but then when we cut it the inside is all vibrant layers of rainbow: It's like MAGIC! They'll never expect it!

I started with a french Vanilla cake mix *because cakes should always taste amazing* I used only the egg whites in the batter to make sure the yolks did not color the cake.

Separated the batter into 5 bowls evenly & mixed in food coloring till I was happy with the vibrancy of each color.

I baked the practice cake in 9" round cake pans... but the real cake will need a little larger circumference so I am picking up larger rounds to avoid a "leaning tower of Pisa" situation.

Since cakes raise into a dome as they bake I will use a large serrated knife to level each layer prior to stacking. This will ensure a clean flat top for the cake. Notice the slight mound shape in the practice cake. This is not an actual problem... but my particular birthday girl is imagining a perfect flat crisp white cake top & I am up for the challenge.

I enjoy baking with my girls... Gitana was a fabulous baking assistant for this project. We love watching Cake Boss & because of Buddy, my girl has high expectations in the kitchen. Her attention to detail is amazing & she has a very steady hand so she stacked the layers to ensure they were all centered. She decided the real cake will have thicker layers of frosting between the layers so there is a clean thick line of white separating each color.

In the end "Practice Cake" was a fantastic idea. Our Birthday Girl got to see that the MAGIC is as cool as the hoped it would be. Gitana & I got to tweek & alter the plan so that the real cake will be amazing. & I got to eat yummy rainbow cake for breakfast ! I see no downside to this plan.

So... "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche", (Let them eat cake), because this one is like magic!
Jane: Jessa

If Walls Could Talk....Shannon V

2012-02-21T03:41:00.000-08:00

If your walls could talk, what would they say? I don't mean the secrets they might share...like that you ate a whole sleeve of girl scout cookies one night or that you are addicted to reality TV or that you were impatient with your kids that day. I mean what would the things hanging on your walls reveal or say about you. Art used to intimidate me alittle when I was younger. I had two misconceptions about art. First, I thought that "fine" art had to cost alot of money. Secondly, I thought all your art in each room should match. Yes, you can spend alot on art and yes, you can match your art in each room. Art is what you want it to be. Art is subjective. Art should make you feel something when you look at it. Art should be unique to you or at least some of it should be. I am not saying you can't go to a gallery and splurge on a great piece or go to HomeGoods and pick out a wonderful piece. I have a couple of pieces of art on my walls that I got at a chain store that I love. I even splurged on a piece of Folk Art that makes me happy everytime I look at it even though I questioned whether it would go in my house. What I am saying is that you can hang anything you want on your walls and it is art.

Try displaying the unexpected by hanging different things on your walls. I have an old abacus hanging on my family room wall. Weird, yes. But I love the history of it. I also have a horse shoe hanging on my wall. I don't ride horses but I liked the age and rusted texture. My husband loves sixties rock and roll, so we did a photo gallery in his office of some of his favorite rock legends. Did I mention, it was in "his" office not our main living area. What about an old iron gate or a favorite album cover or your kids artwork. My friend has an antique wooden pitchfork hanging on her dining room wall. It is the coolest thing and such a conversation starter. To be inspired come look at the new room in Vintage Jane. There is a fabulous gallery wall behind the sofa that features so many eclectic things like a vintage hand mirror and an old hubcap- just to mention a few.

Your art should say something about you. I find the most interesting walls to look at are the ones that are the least predictable.

My kids Art Gallery

Happy Hanging!!

Party On Your Arm

2012-02-20T04:19:00.001-08:00

I am so excited about the jewelry trends that I am seeing all over the fashion blogs and Pinterest. My favorite has got to be the bracelet, whether it is one, two or ten on your arm; these are must haves to add to your jewelry collection. Eighties friendship bracelets, gold chains, DIY jewels. "I want it now", she said, affecting her best Veruca Salt imitation.

Images 1, 2, and 3

Image 4 from Vintage Jane

I am hoping a few Janes are already making some of these for the store. I would buy them (hint, hint)!
Here's to the party on your arm this year. We would love to see pictures if you have made some so send them our way.

Styling from my door to yours,
Jane MW

I heart Vintage Vinyl

2012-02-17T03:34:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite art sources is album covers. I love to sift through the Goodwill pile of music cast offs and find interesting cover art. Here are a few of my favorites that I have found in the past few months:

This super cool album cover dons a hipster chic that play THE ORGAN.....that's right, the organ! I love her orange hair and her "jane" blue violin!

I love the script from this cover and the color palette's delicious shades of Boho! I also love that Simon Says is listed as one of the "hits".:D

For an orchestra album.....this artwork is pretty AMAZING. Is it a person?...Is it a gun?....There's no need to decide:D LOVE THIS!!!

Because vinyl is making such a huge comeback there is no need to restrict your art loving to vintage. (other than the super cheap price) There are TONS of current band with Fabu cover art that can grace your walls just as easily. Here are a few that I love:

Rafele has a great album cover. I'm in love with this color pattern and the idea of a white vinyl record!!!

My fellow Jane, Michelle, has this on her wall at home and I LOVE it!!!! Great art work and great music!

I am, by no means, a closet Norah Jones fan! I love Norah....she has a voice like honey. But even if her voice was just ok...ya gotta admit...this album art is adorable. I don't know what I love more...the dress or the dog.

So when you are looking for funky wall graces STEER CLEAR of the mass produced isles at your local chain store and opt for art.... Art that communicates music and art that can stand on it's on.

Moxie

2012-02-16T04:00:00.000-08:00

I like words. I like hearing new words and I especially like when someone knows how to use words well. It's a real bonus when a new word comes along that you can actually see yourself using in everyday conversation. For me lately, that word is Moxie. Doesn't it just have an easy to say ring to it? Turns out that moxie is a very Jane word. Straight from Merriam-Webster, this is moxie:

Definition of MOXIE

1: energy, pep

2: courage, determination

3: know-how

Examples of MOXIE

She showed a lot of moxie in questioning the policy.
<it was old-fashioned military moxie that got medical supplies to the disaster site in record time>

I first heard the word moxie in Night at the Museum 2 - yes, I am WAY behind on movies; don't judge - when the character of Amelia Earhart used it repeatedly. And considering when I was a kid I absolutely loved learning about Amelia Earhart and her solo flights, it was a treat for me that she used this word. Her life was the definition of moxie.

So take a cue from Amelia and Jane, grab your moxie and make this day memorable.

~Jane Lisa

ps - the word moxie is at least 15 points on Words with Friends. You're welcome.

DIY Art

2012-02-15T03:50:00.000-08:00

DIY Art That Makes You Smile:)

The next time you're in your local Good Will store,

or stopping to shop at a neighbor's yard sale,

remember this post and pick up that piece of out-dated

canvas art or wooden plaque -

you can make it into something totally fun,

all on your own:)!

With just a little paint and a few

household items,

you can turn another person's trash

into a true treasure for your home:)

Let me give you an example...

Today I decided I wanted to create

a fun, whimsical piece

that would bring a smile

to someone's day

whenever they saw it on their wall:)

A "pick-me-up piece" is what I like to call it:)

So...

I rummaged through my way-fun collection

of garage sale/thrift store 'finds', and came up with

a wooden plaque from, hmmm...looks like 1984:)

First, I painted the whole thing black.

Next I found letters from magazines

that looked fun and had personality:)

Then I unwrapped crayons and made a collection

of the colors I wanted to incorporate.

Finally, I added chip-board letters leftover from

another project,

some paint to create a 'rough edging', and

sticker letters from yet another drawer:)

With these simple 'finds' from around

my craft room, I had so much fun creating

a fun piece to add to our Vintage Jane stash

of simple art to lift your spirit

and make your home

your happy place:)

Happy Creating!
Jane Donna

The Valentine's Day Controversy

2012-02-14T02:33:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day. It is quite possibly the most controversial holiday of the year. For those who are in a relationship, nothing could be grander than receiving thoughtful gifts of candy and flowers and going out for a romantic dinner. But for those who are still waiting to meet their soul mate, images of cupid and hearts with arrows struck through them can become downright offensive.

I feel very blessed to share this lovely day with my family. I am going to attend an exclusive party at my daughter's day care and watch a group of two-year-olds exchange Valentines with one another. Then I get to come home and share a special home-cooked, candlelit meal with my husband. (We have always opted to stay in rather than fight the crowds.) Although there will be no heart-shaped boxes of chocolate or deliveries of long stemmed roses in my future, I can say with complete confidence that I will be receiving something even better. Our tradition has always been to steer clear of the clichés and instead, my husband and I set a $20 price limit and challenge each other to come up with creative, meaningful gifts. I cannot wait to sip bubbly and see what he thought of this year.

Now back to those of you who feel a bit more negatively about Valentine's Day. Remember that Valentine's Day is not restricted to romantic love. It is simply about love. Therefore, embrace it. Call your sister, write a handwritten note to your grandmother, or go volunteer at your favorite charity. And if that doesn't cheer you up ... then come to Vintage Jane and buy yourself a gift!

Ciao Bellas!
-Jane Dorothy H.

Manic Monday...

2012-02-13T06:18:00.000-08:00

Mondays are crazy at our house! How about yours? No matter how much I try to prepare on the weekend, Monday morning always sneaks up on me. Classes to pack for and teach, lessons to check, projects to finish...did i turn off the coffee pot? How do you get through your manic Mondays?
-Jane ML

Make a Statement!

2012-02-10T03:58:00.000-08:00

As often as possible, because I am curious about what's in and what's out, I google the latest fashion trends. Since jewelry is my specialty, I spend time looking for what's hot, so I can pick my next collection of jewels. What's HOT for 2012, you ask?

While looking at Red Carpet Fashion, perusing the latest magazines, scouring the internet for beautiful baubles, I discovered a common theme, used several different ways:

It's all about making a STATEMENT!

§ Add a statement piece to your favorite t-shirt and jeans.

§ Take your drab wardrobe, add a few statement pieces, and you'll have a stylish wardrobe.

§ Think pops of color -- make a statement!

§ Go over-the-top with big cocktail rings, chandelier earrings, brightly colored bracelets, and layers of gold and/or silver around your neck. Keep in mind, you can create these layers with several necklaces or one multi-layer.

§ Look for art-deco, floral inspired statement pieces.

Hot colors: bright blues and oranges (tangerine), yellows too.

While most of us really can't and shouldn't

try to pull off an outfit in orange, add something like this necklace:

Get your hands on yellow, gold, and copper colored jewelry. Don't panic if you sold your gold at that last gold party -- that's not what I'm talking about. Update your look with these:

Speaking of layers...they aren't just for the neck! Check out these layered rings and bracelets.

Guess what's making a comeback...ankle bracelets...sparkly ones! Although I spotted a few on the Red Carpet, I'm still not sure about this myself. I’m a sucker for an underdog, though, so I picked out a few to try. We'll see what happens...

I spend a lot of time strategically planning my jewelry picks. The good news - you don't have to! These up-to-date styles can be found at Vintage Jane! The really good news - the prices are Janetastic!

Happy regards!

One of the "New Janes on the Block" - Deanna P.

Classy & Fabulous

2012-02-09T07:19:00.000-08:00

The co-inventor of the original Little Black Dress (LBD) said it best

"A girl must be two things; classy and fabulous." Gabrielle Coco Chanel

Thank you Coco! I could not have said it better! I grew up wishing for that bit of elegance I saw in magazines & movies. The romantic daydreamer in me still longs for a "Ball" on my birthday *granted... my birthday is New Years Eve so it does not sound so far fetched.

In my 20's I would show up at my sisters house in an evening gown on laundry day (because she had a washer & dryer, and I had nothing else to wear). In the early years of my marriage, the highlight of being married to a Marine was attending the annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball. I have always believed that the little black dress is a wardrobe MUST. And the style icons that I look to for inspiration have clearly set the example in black & (pearly) white.

I admit Audrey Hepburn may very well have worn the most famous & easily recognizable black dress ever (in Breakfast at Tiffany's). Her look is the perfect balance of innocent & elegant. As Audrey Hepburn put it: “I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping at leisure and wearing lipstick. I believe in pink. I believe happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and... I believe in miracles.”
And I second that! *and to all you Jane's who need some Little Black Dress inspiration... Breakfast At Tiffany's is on Netflix right now. *

Some of you may think this is too formal for you. No worries, the black dress has more to offer... take the same concept on another style icon who made it her own. There is no question that Marylin Monroe was as playfully flirty as ever in her little black dress! In Marilyn's words “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” So remember to have fun!

Of course not every woman is loud or outspoken. I deeply admire the impeccable style and grace of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis who said "I am a woman above all else" . Her words of wisdom should echo from the reflection of every mirror you pass. Revel, ladies, in the fact that you were created to be the gentle beautiful, playful, creatures you want to be.

Tonight Jane celebrates the Little Black Dress, New Jane Artists Deanna, Dorothy, Jessica, & opens a whole new room full of Jane inspiration for your home. Join us this evening for

Jane's Little Black Dress Party!

Wear your little black dress & come shop accessories to top off the ensemble or come buy one of the classy & fabulous little black dresses Jane has for you at the store. You can not out dress Jane, but feel free to try.

Oh, you know I'll be dressing up, see you tonight.

Jane: Jessa

Little (red) Thrills...

2012-02-08T03:56:00.000-08:00

Threadless t-shirts are so original! Love this one of what I believe to be a hipster Little Red Riding Hood right after she has finished off the wolf with a chainsaw. Only $16 at Vintage Jane.

These adorable SurelyJess designed cards are also a cute pair of button earrings! Only $10 at Vintage Jane! Your valentine will think you're swell!

This cute little cuff is AMAZING!!!! Between $10-$12! Only at Vintage Jane could you find something this cool that is also handmade.

Oh My!!!! Did somebody say "Txt Me".....ummm yeah! This cute necklace-that's who!!! Also handmade....around $14 at Vintage Jane!

What every Valentine needs to know...that you are thinking of them:D. And this over-sized card says it beautifully. Handpainted on canvas by VJ artist and then transformed into a card for you for only $3!

Happy month of love to you! Enjoy some little thrills...

Viva Votre Style Personnel,

Kresha

The Little Things

2012-02-07T04:00:00.000-08:00

My mother has taught me a lot of valuable life skills over the years: how to sew, how to apply eyeliner without looking like an emo vampire, how to shimmy (still not very good at that one), and many more than I have room to list here. But perhaps one of the most enduring lessons she has taught me is to always let the people in your life know how much you care about them. I can spend days shopping for the perfect present for her, but to my mom, the most important gift is the endearing inscription I write in the card. Heck, I can forgo the present all together, but if I don't have a card I may as well go ahead and write myself out of her will!

I am proud to admit that her love of cards has definitely rubbed off on me. I love checking the mail and finding a handwritten card mixed in with all those pesky bills and junk mail. Even more than that, I love taking a few seconds to send a card to a friend. Sure, I had to text said friend to find out their address, hunt down a stamp in the junk drawer, find a pen that works, take a turn on Words With Friends, finally start writing, then try to remember how to write "sincerely" without built-in spell check, but once all that is done it was absolutely worth it.

So go hunt down the perfect card for your best friend or your mom, write a Post-It love note for your significant other--just take a few seconds to let someone know how much you care. (Check out Vintage Jane for inspiration; I happen to know we have some great cards!) Show them you're thinking about them and tell them why they're so special to you! Remember, it's the little things that count.

~~Sincelery~~, (thanks, spell check!!)

Sincerely,

Jessica

Pin It...Then Do It!!!

2012-02-06T04:19:00.000-08:00

It seems everyone I know is getting into Pinterest. It is addictive and so easy to use. I got to actually take an idea I had pinned and use it for a dinner party...a dinner party for The Janes, of course! I needed a centerpiece for my dining table but I didn't want to buy anything. I am a Jane and I needed to be crafty. I am having a love affair with blue mason jars and while looking at the images for ideas I found this.

All you need for this is spray paint and mason jars. Wow, I could whip this up in no time. And that is just what I did. Below are my spray painted jars filled with daisies.

If you don't want to do flowers you can always place candles inside the jars. Just be warned, the light will show any spots that might have not been fully covered. I thought it turned out great and now I am spray painting any jar I can get my hands on. I am into GOLD jars right now. You might even see a few decorating the shelves of Vintage Jane. I can't wait to try something else from Pinterest. So next time you pin it...do it!

A tagger with swagger,
Jane Michelle W

Collecting Little Passing Moments...

2012-02-03T03:52:00.000-08:00

My son was actually telling ME how fast time flies, lol. My daughter likes to wish for time to go by fast for the events she can't wait for. I keep telling them not to wish my life away. But it does go by SO fast. Especially when you are busy running from here to there, this needs to be finished, this must be started, and on, and on.

It is sometimes so difficult to put the brakes on daily life in order to just smile and enjoy what is right in front of you. And oh, what a treasure it is when you can! If you are one of those people who is having some brake trouble, here is a link to help you capture some of those little moments that will make you stop to take a breath as your little ones get older.

You can download this at http://www.mediafire.com/i/?1bued1xyleumldc. These are some great ideas for snapshots, even if it is with your phone, GET THEM! You will be one step of ahead of the sands of time...

- Jane ML

Waiting...

2012-02-02T03:07:00.000-08:00

While We're Waiting...

My daughter had surgery yesterday.

She pretty much destroyed her ACL playing volleyball and had to have it reconstructed.

No fun. Sigh.

So, we have been in waiting rooms a lot lately.

Waiting for appointments, moved from one waiting room

to another waiting room.

There has been a lot of time together

just waiting.

And in these waiting times,

we have laughed, and cried,

we have read magazines and talked about life,

we have played fruit ninja and surfed through pinterest

together.

We have made more memories

waiting

together

than we could have ever known.

Do you have time like this in your day?

Time where you are 'stuck' waiting?

Most of us do, at some point, play the waiting game.

Sometimes it's waiting in the school car-pick-up line,

sometimes it's a doctor's office...

waiting has different faces,

but it's always an opportunity

for something.

Let's take advantage of this time -

let's use it wisely.

After all, we'll look back in years to come

and realize we spent quite a while

"waiting" on life to get going...

let's be purposeful with all this waiting around time.

Use it to rest when our minds are weary,

use it to get caught up with each other,

read a book you've been wanting to read,

if you're really stressed out, make it fun by reading magazines

that you wouldn't normally buy/read...

work on a project...

Yesterday in the surgical waiting room,

I couldn't really focus on my reading,

I was too nervous and prayerful that things go well...

so I sewed an owl that's coming to VJ soon:)

Then at home, while sitting with a groggy Morgan,

I started a beaded bracelet...

Sometimes we need something mindless

when life is stressful and we

can't sleep but need to fill our time

somehow.

Be purposeful.

Make the time count.

Rest when you can,

Learn when you can,

Have fun.

Enjoy the time together.

Because time together doesn't always come in pretty packages,

we have to take what life tosses our way,

and make it into something beautiful.

Jane Donna

Living a Jetson life

2012-02-01T07:06:00.000-08:00

Do you remember the Jetson's cartoon?

The cartoony world filled with flying saucer cars and robot maids. When that cartoon was written microwaves and floppy disks were high-tech. Yet the writers of that cartoon envisioned a futuristic world – they looked forward to see what they thought the future world would be like. And they created the Jetsons.

When you look forward to your future what do you see? Do you see success and contentment? Do you see a life filled with adventures and happy memories? Because if you do then that's where your actions will take you. Every action starts with a thought. So dream big, dream happy. Start thinking about your future the way you want it to look and that's the path you will walk.

Your Jane,

Lisa

Paint...A Jane's Best Friend.....Shannon V

2012-01-31T03:48:00.000-08:00

I am sure I have mentioned this before in a previous January blog but the month of January is a month of change for me. After all the Christmas decorations are put away, I am looking for the next project. I do this every year. Most of the time, this change or project involves paint. Why???? Because paint is an instant transformer. You get alot of bang for not much buck!! In January 2010, we tiled the kids bathroom and also painted it. In January 2011, we re-painted our master bedroom....twice. This January, I painted all my bedroom furniture. The furniture was so old and a fresh coat of black paint really revitalized it. I also painted my bathroom vanity cabinet while I was at it. I am amazed with the change.

So if you are like this Jane and constantly chomping at the bit to make a change to your home but don't have a huge budget.....Paint!! Whether you grab a can of spray paint and paint all your picture frames one hip unifying color or you paint a room or you find some cool old piece of furniture at a yard sale or in your own home, a fresh coat of paint will give it new life and give you a much needed change.

Little Black Dress Inspirations

2012-01-30T03:40:00.000-08:00

The little black dress is the quintessential item for every woman's closet. We all long for that little black number that makes us look like a million bucks and makes the man in our life fall speechless!

Here are a few that have inspired me:

Quite possibly the most famous black dress ever....the Audrey Hepburn "Holly Go Lightly" look complete with gloves and a gorgeous updo!

Leave it to Julia to be STUNNING in anything but she totally rocks this dress and heels!

Can I tell you how in love I am with this look? Reese...amazing take on the little black dress, babe! Well played!

Jennifer Connelly is always gorgeous and the simplicity of her black dress choice just makes her more so.

Jane is so in love with the little black dress that she has decided to host a party in honor of it. February 9th, 2012 is being designated as Little Black Dress Day in Jane-ville. We invite you to wear yours and come party with us. If you don't have one....no worries. Jane will have a rack of spectacularly stylish and spectacularly well priced little black dresses for you to take home. See you there, ladies!

Viva Votre Style Personnel,

Kresha

call of the wild

2012-01-27T05:18:00.000-08:00

I have to say, this week more than most I have been VERY homesick for Alaska. But it's not what you think! I do not long for the frozen mornings thawing 3 inches of ice from my car just so I can open the doors to get in. Or the days when you go outside & realize the snowplow has cleared the roads & blocked your only 4-wheel drive vehicle in your carport. I do not miss opening the front door of the house to find that 2 solid feet of snowfall has added just enough weight to the compacted snow on our roof to cause a mini avalanche that clears the roof & quite literally snows us into our house (again). And I have no problem admitting that I do not even misss chopping & stacking mountains of fire wood. But that is the city girl in me just running her mouth. Even SHE shuts up when the news reports a huge Solar Storm that has kicked up the Aurora Borealis & there are amazing light shows dancing in the frigid Northern sky!

Oh how my soul aches at the thought of missing those beautiful Northern Lights. So graceful, ethereal, unpredictable, they are just so... captivating. It's like the Creator of the Universe reaches down & holds you in his grasp & whispers "Be still & know that I am God..." (Psalms 46:10)

There is no way to fully share the breathtaking wonder, but I found this fabulous time lapse video shot this week in AK on Youtube. The Aurora Borealis must be captured in timelapse still photography because video cameras are not able to pick up the stunning lights so far out of their range. But this is a good time lapse sequence that shows the graceful dance.

I hope my Northern Friends & Family enjoy the stunning show the Aurora Borealis has put on for them this week. I can hear your whistles & clapping in my mind each time I glance at the Aurora I painted in my foyer.

For anyone who wants to create the Northern Lights but not planning on trying a new painting technique... check out this fun Aurora Borealis generator that is on the Visitnorway website. I should warn you it is kind of addictive & if you let your kids try it... well, you may never get your computer back.

And to those who wondered, yes... we named our 3rd daughter Aurora after the Aurora Borealis. The graceful dancing lights of my Northern childhood home. Not the Disney Princess from Sleeping Beauty... sadly she is convinced it's the otherway around & plans to be Princess Aurora when she grows up.

(at least she has a goal)

Now that you have had a glimpse you may understand my urge to head North. I promise to be a good girl & stay put...( though I might need to lock myself up like a warewolf preparing for the full moon). Of course, I am working at Vintage Jane all day today so if you stop by the shop & JANE is not in the house... well that just means the call of the wild North won & I am off chaseing the Aurora Borealis.

Jane: Jessa

What's Your Pop of Color for 2012?

2012-01-26T04:13:00.000-08:00

I love the fall/winter fashion more than any other season. You just look more put together. All the layers, the richness of color, the thickness of fabric, the style of the purses, the boots. I am your girl for this time of year but if you look at my wardrobe...it is monochromatic with varying shades of black, brown and gray. That is why we should have a "pop"of color ready at any minute. Not just in your wardrobe but on your nails, in your home, and in your accessories! I want to share with you my colors for this winter season! They are inspired by this vinyl record cover.

The lagoon blue and coral colors mixed together are so bold. I have already started incorporating these colors in my wardrobe...

Shirt LOFT, Necklace BANANA REPUBLIC

And for my nails, I bought the second one on the left. It is called "Chubby Cheeks". I am a fan of Essie polish. They are a little more pricey but they tend to last longer and I try to only buy one each season and wear it regularly. It is a great color for any skin tone and will definitely take me into the spring 2012 season.

Now, for adding these colors into my house decor, if you are a close friend you will know I use to buy drinking glasses all the time. It was my thing. But that urge subsided until now....check out a future bday present from my mom that she let me have early!!!! They are my perfect "pop of color" to my cream colored dishes and dining set.

Tumbler glasses from Anthropologie

Last but not least, I incorporated orange and green into my den to complete my color infusion!
In an earlier blog, I posted our newest family member seen here. To go with that beautiful green sofa, I have this on an end table nearby. This lampshade has got to go, but that is another post!

So, now that I have showed you my "pops" of colors for 2012, will you show me yours? hahahaha

Styling from my door to yours,
Jane MW

in a funk?

2012-01-25T04:29:00.000-08:00

Do you ever have days when you're just in a funk?

When you wish you could just climb back into your pjs,

crawl back into bed, pull the covers up and slip into the sweet abyss?

What about those days when you seriously need 3 personal assistants,

a nanny, a maid, and a chef, but instead

it's just you

taking on the world?!
It's easy to feel alone on these days.

When the kids aren't being the grateful "Mom, I realize you're so tired

and you've already done so very much for me, so I'm going to be thankful

and thoughtful and wonderful today" kind of kids you need them to be:)

When the grocery bill is crazy-high and someone's sick, again.

you're husband's meeting ran really late so family dinner isn't happening, again...

When the bills are piling up, and the dog pooped on the carpet,

someone's mad, and someone's hurt...

Do you ever have one of 'those' days?

We do.

We all do.

If we're honest.

Sure, they look different for all of us,

but we all have them.

The days when we feel all alone, or totally exhausted,

or both.

Have you ever been in the middle of one of these days

and gotten a little care package at your door,

or found a sweet note from your child,

or your husband, or a co-worker?

What about a card in the mail that said something simple,

it was no big deal, but somehow it said

you mattered...

A simple "I love you", or

"Hang in there", or

"You're not alone"...?

I have. It makes such a difference!

It puts a smile on our faces,

makes us feel loved and noticed

and like we're gonna make it through all this.

At Vintage Jane we love to help with those crazy days:)

We love to create cards and jewelry and home and office accents

that can serve as reminders that you are not alone,

you are so very valuable and so very loved.<3

After all, we have those days, too.

We know what it's like, and how important it is

to have encouragement along the way!

So...go be a Jane!:)

Make somebody's day a little brighter:)

Put a smile on someone's face!

Scatter joy around you -

give the gift of encouragement...

who knows?

You're smile might just get a little

brighter, too:)

Wishing you a Jane kinda' day:)

Jane Donna

Fearless

2012-01-24T04:00:00.000-08:00

So last week I am listening to a speaker and he had a ton of amazing things to say but the one that stands out the most to me was this: 'what would you do if you had no fear?' In response, a few things immediately jumped in my head. And even now when I give them a moments thought, they are downright scary thoughts – which is how I know they are the right answer to his question :)

Don't we all have a maybe-I-should-try-this-someday list but we put if off because it seems to take a bit of courage? Maybe it's to get that daring haircut. Or to try some new foods. Or maybe it's a relationship that needs changed. Or maybe it's a career change. Or to get those wild and crazy shoes you've been dying for. Whatever it is should scare you – that's the point. Get your Jane on and do something this week that scares you. I dare you.

Go. Live fearlessly,

Lisa

Fur Real:D

2012-01-23T03:52:00.000-08:00

So....if you spend even a day with me you will learn very quickly that I am ALWAYS cold. I have been cold all my life and I am planning to move to Florida as soon as the someone calls me "Nana" for the first time:D But for now I decided to take a less drastic approach to combat the cold.....I bought a fur! Now before you go all judgmental and animal loving on me there are two things you should know:
1-This fur is vintage...so really, I'm just recycling!
2-This fur was only $20...it would be a CRIME against fashion not to have purchased it.

And for the first time IN MY LIFE I am not cold. So here is wishing warmth to you in the chilly days ahead!

Viva Votre Style Personnel,
Kresha

today in the life of JANE

2012-01-20T06:29:00.000-08:00

I may have mentioned in previous posts that I have 3 lovely lil' Janes that call me mom. Today I get to be Creative Director for a Production of Pipsi Longknickers in which my fabulous daughter Gitana is the leading role. So why do Janes care about a middle school play?

Because 5 minutes into discussing props & scenery with the director I realized something... Pipsi is a little Jane in the makeing! She twirls when everyone around her is sitting properly. She zigs & zags when the road goes straight. Her fashion choices are based on comfort & in no way follow what would be expected. & she decorates her home with found objects that were discarded... calling them Treasures! And no matter what life throws at her... "she always comes out on TOP"! That girl is SO JANE!

Transforming a normal teenager into a carefree shipwrecked little waif... all starts with a trip to ScissorHands Hair Studio. Lauren Faulkner worked her creative magic on Gitana's dark brown (almost black) & turned her into the red-head you see here.

Of Course I have heard of heavy duty hair products that can do amazing things... but we went old school & used a wire hanger which we formed to her head & them french braided her red hair around. A pair of too big sleep shorts from GoodWill got elastic & lace on the lages to turn into LONGKNICKERS. And the rest of Pipsi's wardrobe is made up of randon leggings & knee socks, layering tanks/ tees/ dresses/ skirts (also from GoodWill) which are added & discarded back stage between scenes with no ryme or reason.

The show debutes this evening at 7pm at Uwharrie Middle School & is open to the public. Admission is $4 for adults & $2 for kids. A second public show will be preformed tomorrow, Saturday at 6pm also at Uwharrie Middle School. To the public I say: Support the arts, encourage young actors & come to the show! To the actors I say: Break a Leg!

And to Sherry Vestal... the fearless Drama Teacher I say: DUCT TAPE! we need more DUCT TAPE!

Jane: Jessa

Blog Lovin That Gives Back

2012-01-19T21:29:00.000-08:00

It's always nice to share and today I want to share with our Jane readers, three of my favorite FASHION blogs. Great taste in clothes, make-up, and hair dos...that just doesn't happen to most of us. Can I get an AMEN! You got to make it happen. As I reach that FABULOUS 40 mark, I want to step up my game and have fun. Not take everything so seriously. These blogs have inspired me to take more pictures of my life, try out new recipes, and put together outfits from my closet that look like theirs. If you haven't tried changing your look in about 5 years, it might be time. It is never to late to make changes that will make you feel better about yourself. As you are reading these blogs, don't automatically think that these outfits are not your style or too young. Look at the whole picture. Take one piece from the look and work it into your style. It could be the shade of lipstick, or earrings, or purse, or tights, or the way she is wearing her shirt. Be inspired by other peoples talents.

1. Cupcakes and Cashmere
2. Fash n Chips

3. RockStar Diaries

I have added my own picture to this post to show you how I incorporated a look from Fash N Chips into my own closet. The look from Fash n Chips that inspired me is here. Now, the day of this picture, I am about to go out and do some errands. Lets get real, I am not going to Costco in those heels... but I love the coat. So this was my version on a more toned down level. You get the picture. Now get to reading.

Stylin from my door to yours,
Jane Michelle W

Is Your Name Jane?

2012-01-18T04:45:00.000-08:00

Is your name Jane? You may be more Jane than you think!

Jammin'! Once you get an idea, run with it!
Alter ego. Sometimes it's fun to try on a new character and just play.
Never runs out of projects to ponder, rooms to redo, or finds to fix.
Experiments to near perfection. Try, try, try again!

Even if you don't FEEL like a Jane, just being around someone that does can rub off. So, if you are overflowing with Jane-itude, be a pal and help a girl out. If you are looking for some, head to the shop at the top of the stairs so it will rub off on you, too. FYI, don't actually rub on someone though. That is being creepy, not being Jane. :)

I am a Jane! Hear me drill!
-ML