by | Nov 18, 2012 | Fashion |
Thanksgiving is coming early this year and you have to enjoy each day because the holidays are coming fast. So in the hustle and bustle take it down a notch and have a cup of hot cider.
I reviewed the Lettuce Skirt in an earlier post and I wanted to share that the skirt is comfortable and chic at the same time. I had to include my other pictures of what was taken outside on a beautiful day.
Lettuce Stitch Designs Skirts are offering a 10% discount code when you order and they ship in the USA and internationally and the shipping time is great so please check them out.
I researched the website and found that
1.The cost of the skirts are very reasonable
2. Skirts are made in the USA
3.Prints are designed by artisans
4. Some skirts are reversible
5. Skirts come in a variety lengths to accommodate your style preference
The Newsprint Skirt has become a favorite of mine.
Styling with this skirt was so easy. This day was somewhat warm so this skirt could be worn all year round. Lettuce Stitch Designs Skirts gifted me the newsprint skirt to review and I thank them so much because it was such a cool design and so edgy. Perfection!
To claim the 10% discount code to order one of the skirts please click on this link Lettuce Stitch Designs Skirts and when you place your order include the coupon code <JTWisdom10%>.
Please take advantage of an awesome opportunity to save some money on a great skirt that you will style with so many different pieces of clothing in your closet. This will become one of your favorite go-to pieces.
Please let me know what skirts you like or purchase on Lettuce Stitch Designs Skirts. I am so excited for you! I have another surprise coming up very soon for you! Stay tuned my elegant readers.
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by JTwisdom | Nov 17, 2012 | From the Heart, Inspirations |
Okay, so I have not been keeping up with my thirty days of giving thanks. The last couple of weeks have been full of work and church that I have not had much free time. For the first time in several weeks, I have had a free weekend. It was nice to have some time at home to get some much needed projects crossed off my list. One of those projects is getting back to my Thirty Days of Giving Thanks.
Day Six
I thank God that I live in a country that gives me the freedom to vote for my elected officials and gives me a say in the political issues. In some parts of the world, people are ruled by dictators, tyrants and kings. But here in the United States, we have leaders elected by the people. We may not always agree with the outcome of the election. We may not like the way that the election process works. We may not like the negative campaigning, name calling and lies. But it is a freedom afforded to us by the Constitution, and should never take it for granted.
Day Seven
I thank God that I have freedom to express my own religious views without reservations. In some countries, it is illegal and even punishable with death if you say that you are a Christian. Wow, that is so amazing and hard for me to believe. But as a American, I can freely proclaim my views without looking over my shoulder, fearing some one is coming after me. Or I can read my Bible and not have to hide it when I see a police officer. Sadly this is the true for some people in the world.
Day Eight
I thank God that for this His Grace and Mercy that He provided through His son Jesus Christ. I am in no way perfect. I am still growing in all areas of my life. I make mistakes along the way. But I know that God is molding me, shaping me and helping me to be a better person. It is so awesome to think that when I mess, all I have to do is go to Him and ask Him for the forgiveness. But what is better than that, is that He will forgive me and help me to not do it again.
Day Nine
I thank God that my mother-in-law raised her daughter to be a strong woman. Although I never had the opportunity to meet her, I know that her spirit on lives in my beautiful wife. When my wife tells me stories of her mother, I can see the pride and love that she has for her. The longer that I am married to my wife, I can see how she is becoming more like her mother. She was a great role model and there is not a better person to be want to be like.
Day Ten
I thank God that my father-in-law raised a daddy’s girl. He treated her like a princess and sacrificed his time for her. He worked long hours and sometimes two jobs so that he could provide for the opportunity to go to private school all the way through college. He gave me the inspiration to know how I wanted to treat his daughter, doing everything I can to make sure that life has everything that it needs to be joyful.
JAY
by | Nov 12, 2012 | Fashion |
This past Saturday, my husband and I went to our Pastor’s Breakfast at the Ritz Carlton. It was really awesome. Our women’s fellowship asked the ladies to wear jewel tones. I teamed my red silk blouse, pink cardigan, pink rayon scarf and black lattice tights with a newsprint skirt that was sent to me from Lettuce Stitch Designs. When they contacted me, I looked at the website and this newsprint skirt caught my attention. Donna and Mary Jo, the co-founders of the company from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, were so kind to send me this American-made skirt try. I always give my honest review and do not sugar-coat the details. I could not wait to get it in the mail. I received the skirt in only two days. The skirt is very well made and easy to get on and off because the stretch is amazing.
The newsprint is really cool and looks very chic. There is no negative news on the newsprint and the wording is not from a newspaper, an artisan created the design. Yes, I look at the words on the skirt, very detailed.
The skirt has black lettuce stitching around the edges of the waist, side seams and hem. There are no zippers, buttons, or Velcro. I just put it on, like I would a slip or a bodyshaper because the skirt has great stretch.
Stay tuned for more post on how I style the Lettuce Stitch Designs skirt with other items in my wardrobe. Thank you Lettuce Stitch Designs for giving me the opportunity to try out a really wearable skirt.
To purchase the newsprint black and white skirt and see other designs please go to this online boutique.
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by JTwisdom | Nov 5, 2012 | From the Heart, Inspirations |
Okay, so I was not able to make my post for yesterday. It was a busy day and I just did not get a chance to make the post. So to make up for yesterday, I will be doing both posts today.
Day Four:
I thank God for the opportunity to take many wonderful trips with my wife. We so enjoy road trips, traveling on thee open highway and going to such wonderful towns and cities and seeing such beautiful scenes. In the thirteen years we have been married, we have driven to the top of Pikes Peak, walked on the roof of the Biltmore Estate; played with the dolphins on th island of Tortola in the Caribbean, and having dinner on the harbor in Marina del Ray. There are many other places that we have had the pleasure to do together. I cannot wait for the next trip to see where it will take us.
Day Five:
I thank God that my mother’s hip replacement surgery went well today. After breaking her hip about five years ago, she had to have pins put into place to allow the hip to heal. Since that time, the pins slipped and she had been dealing with pain and discomfort in her back, her side and her knee. When the pain got to be too much, my mother (on her own) decided that she would have the surgery. The doctor said that everything went well and even better than he had thought. Now, the recovery phase has started. She will be in the hospital until Thursday or Friday; then off to a rehab center. Praise the Lord!
Jay
by | Nov 5, 2012 | Fashion |
I really had an awesome time doing this feature. I am truly blessed and thank Market Place of India for the opportunity of styling my look for their fall catalog.
The oppurtunity came to me in June when I was asked if I would be interested in doing a shoot to be included in Market Place of India’s fall 2012 catalog. I thought about it and said yes to the invitation. I was asked to style a two way jacket and a dress in any way I would like and include lots of jewelry. The samples were sent to me a few days later and I didn’t keep them after the shoot.
*JT returned the samples to MarketPlace of India after the photo shoot.
The photo (right below) that was used in the catalog shows the Bindu 2-way jacket in the shorter (Bolero) style. I didn’t know if I would like this jacket or not because it’s flowing and drapes. I usually like my jackets fitted with princess seams to accentuate my waist. Well this jacket flows and would be flattering on any figure. I added a focal point by cinching in my waist. I love popping in outfit with a bright pair of tights. My boots were the piece de resistance.
Accessories worn for the Market Place of India Fall 2012 Catalog photo shoot
Earrings -Beauty Supply Store
Necklace – Gift
Belt- Kelli Kouri
Boots – Matisse
Bracelets – Gift
Here are some of the other pictures that were taken with the Bindu2-way jacket in the longer style. The jacket goes from shorter to longer by simply flipping the longer section around and vice versa.
This outfit with the jacket was styled with pin striped pants. It’s a great look for work or running around time.
This jacket makes in outfit versatile because it never looks the same. The monotone coloring of the blouse and pants is very relaxing and great with the jacket again for work, travel, shopping, or at home reading a good book.
When I received the catalog I actually felt like a model. Oops did I say that ? Yes I did, I felt like a model!
I would like to thank Market Place of India for giving a city girl like me the opportunity to feel like a model.
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