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beasts of the southern wild January 22 2013
Outfit Details:
Sweater: Preloved store, Queen st. toronto
Dress: Preloved
Boots: thrifted, Chez Thrift, Bolton
Necklace: Hattitude Jewellery
Woowwweee. I am tired from this past weekend. What a whirlwind weekend at the Bridal show. It's amazing how tired one can get from socializing and standing on your feet all day! Thank you so much to my lovely boyfriend Tristan, my amazing cousin Christy and...
a man in a bow tie always makes me weak at the knees... January 18 2013
Doesn't Tristan look dashing? I love a man in a a bow tie. I convinced him to be in a couple of the photos since he looked so smart! Here are a few shots of me and my manfriend trying to create a non christmas banner for my website. Do you like it? The banner is the last photo above. We lucked out and got 10 degree weather. It's now back to -10. BRRR. The final banner is up on my online shop and ...
polka dot mint bows January 15 2013
Outfit Details:
Blouse: Forever 21
Dress: BB dakota
Belt: gift
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
Boots: thrifted
Hello everyone! I'm typing here with my fingers aching from so much jewellery work. The bridal show is in three days! I'm so excited. I'm working on a slide show to show at the bridal booth of all my previous work with lovely brides to show the future brides to be. I renewed my business license...
black and white and snow all over? January 13 2013
outfit details:
Sweater dress: banana republic
Jacket: vancouver fashion blogger swap
Belt: thrifted
Hair piece: gift from england
Boots: Sentamentalist, London, ON
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
Ah this warm weather has been beautiful for taking outfit shots outside! I am glad though that it will be returning to below 0 degrees tomorrow. I am missing the snow! Can you believe it? It just doesn't seem...
Wish list winner! January 12 2013
Congratulations Elise. You are the Christmas Wish list winner according to random.org.
Thanks to everyone else who sent in your wish lists. I hope you got what you wished for this year!
What a successful Christmas season Hattitude jewellery had! You can probably tell from the lack of blog posts how much of a busy bee I was. Thank you to all my lovely, amazing and supportive customers! You guys are...
Happy New Years January 11 2013
Hello Bloggettes!
I hope your holidays were amazing. Mine were jammed packed with engagement rings, Christmas tree cutting, presents, dog chasing, nephew playing! I'm certainly tired from the holidays, but no rest for me! I'm back doing yoga. Gosh I am RUSTY when I went today. Aches, and groins, and pops, and cracks.
More exciting news I applied for the London Bridal show last fall and I got in!...
tomorrow's jewellery show December 08 2012
Come see the new jewels that haven't made it to the website yet! www.GotHattitude.com
Pearl bracelets, and long silver necklaces! Tomorrow from 2-5pm. Gift wrapping is included. Hope to see you there!
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how to wear pants December 04 2012
What I wore:
Sweater: F21
Hair scarf: thrifted
Vest: Vintage
Pants: F21
Jewellery: Hattitude jewellery
I am in love with these pants. It feels very strange wearing pants. I normally tend to stick to skirts and dresses...but these pants were too perfect to pass up. I love them. The floral pattern is right up my alley, and they're stretchy! (so I can wear long underwear underneath them)I think it's...
a polar bear belongs in the winter November 29 2012
What I wore:
Sweater: F21
Blouse: Thrifted, Chez thrift in Bolton
Skirt: Thrifted, Chez Thrift in Bolton
Suspenders: Value Village
How cute it this little polar bear sweater? I went shopping last weekend. My wardrobe was feeling dead and needed some inspiration again. I saw this little guy and fell in love. He's so cute. I got some other golden gems so hopefully will be posting some more photos. It...
Christmas Wish List! Win an Item! November 27 2012
Happy Christmas Wish Listing Ladies!
Lots of new gems on the site.
Happy browsing and shopping!
Hattitude Jewellery Facebook Page
fashion show tonight! November 22 2012
You'll have to excuse the lack of outfit posts until Christmas. Hattitude studio is a buzz with fingers turning, and ideas flowing. Jewellery is going every which way in time for Christmas! Check out the latest pieces below or browse my shop online.
Headed to see a fashion show tonight at Fanshawe College with...
how to wear old vintage sweaters? November 15 2012
What I wore:
Sweater: Vintage
Blouse: Lolita (London, ONT)
Pants: American Apparel
Necklace: Chicago Bliss - Available here
I think the key to making an old vintage sweaters work every day is putting a nice soft blouse underneath them. This blouse is a new from a local shop in downtown london. I love the colour and I love the sheerness of it. Putting a pretty feminine blouse...
lavender and yellow November 14 2012
What I wore:
Hair Bow: Weezi Creations (designer in London, ONT)
Pants: Urban Outfitters
Sweater: Vintage
Lace top: vintage
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
Remembrance Day November 11 2012
Today is Remembrance Day.
Walking down to see the march in the downtown core was so powerful. It was amazing to see everyone out to celebrate and remember. It was pretty neat to see that almost every person was wearing a poppy (a symbol we wear to represent Flander's Field, and commemorate those who died in the wars).
At 11 o'clock a jet flew over where the hundreds of people had congregated to...
sick, ick....st. nick? November 07 2012
Here are some of the latest items being added to the online shop this week. Thanks again to all my beautiful customers who came to my studio shopping hours Monday and Tuesday evening. You guys are magical! I'm starting new Christmas shopping hours. Every Tuesday from now until Christmas the studio will be open from 5-8pm. Complimentary gift wrapping is a bonus!
Outfit posts are being put on the...
gettin' our chartiy on November 05 2012
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| Katherine, me, my boyfriend, and sistercuz |
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I wore this dress to the SHARE dinner and dance function. It's a handmade dress that I picked up at a thrift store. I've been taking a sewing class so of course I've been looking over all the hems, and stitches and seeing how it was all constructed together. The coat is from another vintage store. The scarf is a nice...
yoga with a pep in your step November 01 2012
What I wore:
Dress: Frilly Lizard, London, Ontario
Belt: vintage
Sweater: Vintage
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery. Coming to the online shop SOON
I love old grandma sweaters paired with cute new dresses. I got this dress last week at one of the great shops in London and immediately knew I had to Hattify it with an old sweater and a long necklace.
I met a friend today at the market for lunch. It's...
Have a boo-tastic Halloween! October 31 2012
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Here's what I'm wearing for Halloween, the day of the dead. Stripes, orange, and cats! Inspired by a friend of mine who loves cats, and themed outfits. Check out my skull earring studs as well. Awesome sauce.
Please bare with me while my photo quality is not up to snuff and while I figure out how to take photos inside. Any tips would be so appreciated! I have a canon, with a kit lense, a zoom...
a new locket in the shop October 30 2012
What I wore:
Shoes: Chez Thrift
Tights: American Apparel
Blazer: Club Monaco
Sweater dress: Hannahs Closet
Locket necklace: Coming to my shop soon!
boy is it hard finding a place to take photos since Hurricane Sandy decided to breeze near London, ON. I'm glad to hear no one has been too tragically hit by her. Keeping those in mind that have been hit by her and supporting the Red Cross.
I took these...
Have a Spooktastic Halloween! October 28 2012
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| No I said...What kind of bird are YOU? |
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| Dear Suzy, When? Dear Sam, Where? |
We have a Star Fox, a Suzy, a festive witch, Nickle back, hipster Santa Claus, a homemade batman costume (from when she was 7) and a Sam.
Missing from the photo is our paper bag princess (a very hairy 27 year old male), our knight, and a captain. Sorry you guys missed the photo shoot.
Everyone that we had up to our new place...
windy breezy park playin' that kind of day October 26 2012
What I wore:
Shirt: Winners
Shorts: from Vancouver
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
It was a windy, breezy, warm, park playin'...that kind of day, day. It was over 20 degrees in London, Ontario yesterday. I busted out the shorts and no sock attire. We took some photos and then later played some catch and football. It was just such a beautiful day we did not want to leave the park. We live...
leather skirts October 25 2012
What I wore:
Boots: The sentimentalist, London, ON
Skirt: Pre- Loved, Toronto
Sweater: Thrifted in Guelph
Belt: Mom's old one
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
Good morning blogosphere.
I love this outfit, for the skirt. There is something awesome about a leather skirt, especially with this season being all about the leather. This one was re-done using old leather skirts by a company in Toronto, called...
Small Biz Saturday - shop and save October 20 2012
Canadian small businesses are crucial to Canada’s economic success. They are responsible for creating millions of jobs across the country. Small business entrepreneurs are powering our economy through innovation, job creation and new, exciting ideas. Canada would not be the same without our small business owners
Small businesses are the heart of Canadian communities. They create vibrant cities,...
reduce, reuse, recycle October 19 2012
What I wore:
Jacket: Thrifted
Shirt: Lilith, Queen St. Toronto
Tights: Betsey Johnson
Dress: turned skirt, Urban Outfitters
Necklace: Hattitude Jewellery
We saw David Suzuki (Canadian environmentalist) last night at the Western University, with former Chief economist of CIBC, Jeff Rubin talking about The End of Growth. When you get an economist backing up an environmentalist you know it has a bit more...
turquoise blues babies October 18 2012
What I wore:
Jacket: Club Monaco
Dress: Vintage
Tights: Betsey Johnson
Necklace: Hattitude jewellery
I took these photos yesterday, before I woke up with a gremlin living in my nose. I woke up with a stuffy head this morning. My game plan for the day, green tea, tons of 'the United States of Tara' and sleep. Have you ever seen that show? It's so original. We just started watching it on...
Auburn Fire October 16 2012
Dress: vintage from Chez Thrift, Bolton, ON
Sweater: Body Graphics, Orangeville, ON
Purse: thrifted from Meow, Guelph
Shoes: vintage from salvation army
Tights: Betsy Johnston
Necklace: Available in my shop here
I went to my first sewing night class last night. I am so psyched to be taking this course. The first evening she taught us how to read patterns, which is similar to speaking another...
discount code RAINY October 14 2012
What I wore:
Shoes: Chez Thrift, Bolton, ON
Leggings: Joe Fresh
Dress: Winners
Vest: Vintage from Meow, Guelph, ON
Belt: Mothers
Hat: Vintage
Necklace: Available in my shop here
more goodies added to the online shop! October 13 2012
Here's just a few little items to wet your whistle. More being added every day to the shop! Check out my online shop for more precious goodies. Click Here.If you are new here and don't know what I do, I'm a jewellery designer who uses vintage and antique items in modern day designs. I like recycling and re-using items to create something new but still being...
a new sewing machine October 11 2012
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| Pink Sensations |
Necklace coming soon to the shop! www.GotHattitude.com
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Here she is ladies and gentlemen, my brand new electronic sewing machine! I am so so so excited to start using this baby. What are some of your tips for a first time sewer. I'll have to start sewing away on it tomorrow....can you tell what everyone's christmas presents are going to be this year?
I start a dressmaking course on...
studio hours tonight! October 09 2012
What I wore:
Skirt: Pink vintage prom dress
Shirt: Urban Outfitters
Headscarf: Thrifted
Necklace: Available in my shop here
Bracelet: Coming soon....
Earrings: Hattitude earrings
Tonight is my studio shop hours in Caledon. You can view my online shop by clicking here. These photos were taken last week at my place in London. I took them up on the rooftop around sunset. It's not THE best sunset we've seen...
Happy thanksgiving canadians! October 08 2012
Happy Thanksgiving everyone (Canadians!). Is this time of year not just STUNNING. I can't get enough of the scenic drives and all the beautiful colours. I hope you all enjoyed yourselves with Turkey, stuffing, squash and pumpkin pie! My favourite treat for this time of year, apple sauce jello. Sounds strange, but it's THE best. Do you have an odd family tradition for thanksgiving?
Enjoy the day. I...
i can see the pines are dancing October 02 2012 1 Comment
What I wore:
Vest: Thrifted
Skirt: Dress layered underneath from Girl Friday, Toronto
Boots: Blowfish
Tights: Betsy Johnson
Necklace: Available in my shop here
Bracelet: Available in my shop here
I'll make this post short and sweet.
1. It's fall and the colours are BEAUTIFUL so I had to match to them with my sequinned top.
2. Have you seen Looper? O em gee. It's a must. I just LOVED it. If you love...
scarecrow September 30 2012
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What I wore:
Sweater: Vintage, Toronto
Loafers: Walking on a cloud
Riding pants: American Apparel
Hat: Grandmother's
Necklace: Available here in my shop
It's homecoming weekend at Western. Things are getting cray cray in the city....shooting, raves, disco balls (yes I did say shooting, gun shootings!)
On a positive note, what wonderful fall weather we've been having. My folks are down here...
pink laydeeee September 28 2012
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| Winter Sweetness |
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| Swirl |
Skirt: Vintage
Belt: thrifted
Boots: LoveSick Vintage, London, ON
Bracelet: Available here in my shop
Necklace: Available here in my shop
It's been one heck of a busy week. We played baseball (we're part of a sport and social club here in London, Ontario)on Wednesday. I really enjoyed our team and I wasn't half bad at baseball either! Next week is ultimate...
autumn winds September 27 2012
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| Autumn Winds |
The necklace above is made from an old vintage brooch. I love the leaf design. It is the perfect necklace for the fall. Check it out in my online shop.
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| Jack Skellington |
If you love Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, you'll love this bracelet. Doesn't it remind you so much of this classic movie? Jack and Sally. Romance. Click here to see it in my shop.
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| Snow Storm |
Favourite things...