flash sale at closet case vintage!

Flash sale this weekend! For all of you in the area, head over to Closet Case Vintage in the 12th South neighborhood and take advantage of this 35 percent off sale.. only happening this Friday from 3-6! Man alive, that's nearly half off. All Blooming Leopold stock will be on sale, as well!

In the morning, I'm going to share a few vintage favorites currently at Closet Case.. floral blouses and suede jackets and silk peter pan collars in rich cranberry hues.

closet case vintage opening in nashville!

My friend Carmen of Closet Case Vintage opened a new vintage location yesterday! As I told you all earlier, I was fortunate enough to be asked if I would sell some of my vintage in the shop as well, so I tagged some pretty things, crafted some hair accessories and bow ties, and brought them over to the shop. While I was there, I snuck some photos to share with you all.

The shop has got some magical stuff. Floral denim shorts, old eyelet blouses with rose prints, Young Edwardian dresses, liberty print finds with rick rack trim, lace up oxfords, even some Victorian era pleated dresses with lace detail. The powder blue floor length gown I'm wearing in a photo is a Victorian.. and I'm wearing it backwards. I tried it on the right way but still liked it best with the buttons in the front.

I've added some pieces from the Etsy shop and others that haven't been listed. The straw hat is vintage with a handmade black lace bow I added. Other items from me.. bow ties made of vintage gingham and striped fabric, handmade floral hair barrettes, a 1970's white crocheted crop top and 1990's striped denim shorts, and 1950's floral dresses with full skirts. Carmen added a great vintage menswear section to the shop, as well.

The location? 2407 12th Avenue South in Nashville, right in the heart of the 12th South Neighborhood and inside Katy K's lovely western shop. Next time you're in Nashville, stop by and shop, then eat a Las Paletas popsicle from down the street. And a white cheddar burger and sweet potato fries from Burger Up. (I'll be at the shop all day tomorrow and Tuesday, if you want to bring me some sweet potato fries.)

Yesterday was filled with Nashville goodness. I had to run off from the shop to work downtown for the afternoon, then I headed to Local Honey afterwards for their 5 year birthday bash. Coming home was a good, good feeling.

Sewing Saturday post later today!

etsy update! 1940's gingham and roses, thrifting finds, and exciting nashville news.

Let me introduce you to my favorite shop update of all time.. a 1940's golfing striped dress, a 40's silk bow blouse in gray and gold, a 1950's/early 60's yellow gingham sun dress, and a 50's thorny rose blouse. Both of the dresses will be added in the next couple of days. The yellow, blue, and white mixture of these pieces makes me thankful for the summer, as well as thankful for clothing that can transition readily into the fall. Can you see the silk blouse with velvet black shorts and sheer tights?

I made a visit to Southern Thrift off Gallatin today to look for floral denim jeans, but I found these lovely dresses instead. The black and white polka dot dress is sheer and deadstock from the 90's.. I can't wait to cut it short. The prairie style liberty print dresses are super petite and adorable. There's one more dress I found that isn't pictured - a mint green Gunne Sax dress from the 80's with lace detail on the sleeves. Maybe it'll show up in an outfit post later on?

I've got more news to share that is a bit more exciting than a thrift run. Beginning Saturday, I will be selling my vintage and even some handmade goodness at Katy K's in the 12th South neighborhood! The wonderful Carmen of Closet Case Vintage recently asked me if I'd be interested in selling a few of my pieces at her new vintage location, and I jumped on the chance.

We'll be throwing a soft opening party this Saturday from noon to 6.. champagne and fun had by all. If you're interested in hanging out with us, details are here!

I can't begin to tell you how thrilled I am to sell my vintage in Nashville. It's a dream of mine to have a storefront where I can interact with my customers on a daily basis, and this is a step in the right direction. I've been busily tagging items and steaming clothes and crafting striped bow ties and floral hair combs - all for the opening on Saturday. When the time comes, I will definitely share photos!

That's it for tonight. Happy Wednesday!