The Pearly Story Behind "Dusting in Pearls"
I always feel like a walking paradox. I can get out in the garden with my shovel and sledgehammer and love every dusty dirty minute I'm out there. I spend the majority of my life dressed in my "grubbies". Yet there's a part of me deep down inside that still likes "the frillies", "the pearlies", and "the sparklies"--all the pretty things. Maybe it's all the great classic Hollywood movies I watched as a kid. I don't know. All I know is that I can be dirty and sweaty and still want to put on heels when it isn't practical; buy the prettiest apron even if it will get dirty; and don pearls when all I'm going to be doing is dusting and vacuuming the house. It doesn't make sense. It doesn't have to. I've decided to claim it, celebrate it, and have fun with it... and create some "pearly" goodness along the way.
Okay, there are times when I find an Etsy store that speaks to me on SO many levels that I can't begin to delineate them all. That's what happened when I discovered My Flat In Paris Couture. Jaden of My Flat in Paris Couture says it best at her blog:
"Always look fabulous! Whether you're going on a business trip or jetsetting off to Europe, you will always look fabulous wearing Gurl Couture and My Flat in Paris bling! You deserve to be a Gurly Gurl!"
Well said, Jaden! And now for a just a hint of what's in store if you visit
My Flat In Paris Couture...

Yummy bubble gum pink genuine freshwater pearls.
Has a gorgeous photo of Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast At Tiffany's".
Beautiful acrylic diamond drop accent with the authentic brass "MFIPC" makers mark.Breakfast At Tiffanys Mini Purse
A sparkly glitter change purse/keychain.
Altered art photo charm of Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast At Tiffany's,"
Acrylic diamond drops with a black & white bow accent.
Authentic brass "MFIPC" maker's mark.
Will come elegantly wrapped in tissue paper with
the "My Paris Flat In London" gold collection label.
Animal Print Paris Handbag Clip
Faux leather in pink animal print change purse with a black French poodle,
acrylic diamond drop and Eiffel Tower charms.
Has pink lining with the "My Flat in Paris Couture" label on the inside.
This can be unclipped from the keyring and can be attached to whatever your heart desires!

I think the thing I love most about authoring this blog is that I get to go on hunts for beautiful things to feature. In my most recent hunt, I discovered the work of Caroline at Pink Lemonade Boutique Bags. What I love about her bags is that they are billed as "diaper bags" which means:
"Perfect for mommies on the go, this spacious bag features 3 fully lined pockets perfect for holding your keys, cell phone, and wallet with extra room for a bottle or sippy cup or whatever you need to keep easily accessible."
"This is the perfect bag to use now as a day-trip diaper bag and transition to other uses when your baby gets older. "
Is that just the best or what?!?! Actually, there's something even better about these lovely bags... they're so gorgeous that even a non-mommy (like myself) would love to carry one!
How gorgeous are they? Take a peek at just a sampling of divine pink bags Caroline has created. There are many other colors available too--I just love pink!

Gigi Minor at Pinks & Needles creates gorgeous and playful pin toppers. What is a "pin topper", you ask?
Gigi says:
"...as far as I know I coined the phrase 'pin topper'... Remember the good ole' days when your Grandmother's thimble or spoon collection was so fun to look at? Well, I can see that same trend happening with these little babies! Some of you may be wondering 'What in the world is a pin topper?' It's basically a sewing pin but with a surprise on the top like a cupcake or mushroom, maybe even a piece of fruit! Think of it as a little bling for your pin cushion!"

The great thing that I can see about the pin toppers is that they're each a piece of art; so pretty; inexpensive (always a plus!); the good-enough-to-eat treats are calorie-free; and they're so small that they don't take up a lot of room! It's the best of all worlds.
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