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Whenever I start to see those TV commercials showing the new crop of spring dresses, shoes and handbags arriving at TJ Maxx, Ross, and Marshalls, I make a point to check it out and am always glad I did.    It never fails that I come away with some great new items and at bargain prices! Like this crisp navy shirt dress by Laundry that is super slimming! It is ruched at the bust along the buttoned placket which is very flattering. And the fabric drapes in such a way as to make you look taller, especially if you are wearing 4" heels like I do! I also found this gorgeous LBD by  MARC NEW YORK.   And I thought he only made leather jackets, who knew?  The cut out on the front is so chic and looks amazing on! You can skip the necklace on this number. I don't know if you can tell but there is the most beautiful fine pleating on the top half of the front and back and the fabric is very fine and delicate with the most gorgeous but subtle sheen. ...

 I have been hoarding a bunch of vintage signal flags waiting for a brilliant idea. It finally arrived...  And I think it's just brilliant!

Don't miss out on Laura & Kiran's Spring Promotion Sale going on now at their Berkeley location. All curtain panels, kantha bedcovers and solid pillows are 20% off Click here for your 20% off coupon. Sale ends Saturday March 24th. 

One of the things I saw the other day poking around my favorite haunts was this collection of old wheels.   Yesterday I picked up the latest issue of Flea Market Style and came across this article featuring several DIY projects using rusty, crusty old wheels! Pretty amazing what you can do with old wheels, isn't it?

It's been awhile since I've been to some of my favorite treasure hunting spots... Totem Man in need of a nose job An old oak ice box with the most fabulous painted green interior!    Hula Hoops A killer candidate for a bar cart makeover! Incredible doors and bookcases from a Buddhist Monastery  A sleek modern coffee table A trunk on a very interesting stand I'm so attracted to the color green lately which drew me over to this antique turntable.   Too bad this large antler was broken.   I think this is Napoleon. I love him! I'm not sure if he is for sale though...   This one just goes to prove you never know what you'll find at these places! A great old canteen    And last but not least...   this pair of huge AMAZING pinecone frames or trays, I'm not exactly sure what they are but I am quite sure of what they will become... A fabulous pair of mirrors!