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INTOLERABLE CRUELTY

2012-02-26T19:20:00.000-08:00

Glad I am not the only one to sing along to songs in my car :]

Geoffrey Rush's Donovan Donaly

Can I just say the house that belongs to Rush's character is GORGEOUS! Everything the tiles, furniture... .. .

Hand Shot, because they are HandSome

Even though Mr. Rush is only in this film for a very few short segments, he is flippin hilarious! His facial expression are off the charts funny. I actually watched Jim Carry's The Mask the other day, then I got these pictures ready. I realized that Mr. Rush could have easily pulled off that movie.

Rush Sandals

Actually wearing a wedding band...

In this scene he curses up a storm, and I got to say I LOVE hearing him say bad words, its hilarious. I replayed that scene over and over, literally laughing out loud.

Blog IS NOT complete with out vain butt shot picture posted.

That beard reminds me of someone... .. .

Foot Shot = Foot Fetish

Since this is such a short post I will pick this review to talk about something I have noticed about our dear Mr. Rush. Lets call it the... .. .

"Trifecta Of Rush"

He has a tendency to say things three times, for effect.

Example "Yeah Yeah Yeah" Casanova Frankenstein

I have also heard him say

"Yes Yes Yes & No No No" As I watch these movies again for the umpteenth time I will come back and add to this blog post. Because I know they are there.

Until Next Time My Rushies,

Blue

For The Love Of A Pirate ~ I Wear My Heart On My Sleeve

2012-02-24T22:29:00.000-08:00

{Hat Wal-Mart, Sweater Old Navy, Jeans Target, Shoes Fergalicious by Fergie, Clutch Rue 21}

This is definitely a project I wish I would have gotten up a lot earlier. I know its still cold out there in certain parts of the world so here you go!

First off this a quick way to personalize your wardrobe. Breath new life into an old sweater with ease.

WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT

Inspiration: What or whom do you love right now? {A Pirate}

Do you have a favorite saying?

It can be anything like "WTF" or a funny quote, anything you want.

Be creative & have FUN... .. .

A Sweater: Mines a cropped waffle knit, I found at Old Navy this year. Search thrift shops and other stores for the perfect sweater. The only thing I'd say avoid a heavy cable knit with like braids or cording wherever you are going to personalize. Could get in the way.

Yarn: Your choice of color, contrast is best. Find at the fabric or craft store for a couple of bucks.

Scissors & Tape measure: Tape measure is very important, you need to count how many letters are in your particular statement. "Barbossa" has 8 letters. I measured out "8" 2 1/2 inch spaces and marked where every letter should begin and end. Use some tailors chalk or a pencil to make your marks. You can free style BUT make sure you will have enough room to be creative!

Needle with a large enough eye or hole that yarn can pass through. Mines a tapestry needle which I found next to the knitting needles and yarn.

Time: About an hour to do mine.

TIPS

Do not pull on the yarn to hard, it will cause the sweater to bind up.

For straight lines you can make your stitch bigger, but for curves keep it smaller. Its easier to get a nice curve. If you make a mistake, and your needle is easily pulled back out-do so. I did a couple of times when I did not like the angle.

If you are going to take the time to do this to a sweater also take the time to hand wash it!

Be careful when you put your sweater on, if your finger or hand catches the yarn on the inside it can pull.

If the yarn gets Gap-y or squirrely, thread a normal needle and add a couple stitches to keep it where you want it.

That's it for this project ~ Catch ya later,

BlueFox

DIY Fashion - How To ReMove Shoulder Pads

2012-02-19T18:11:00.000-08:00

Tools you will need, a tread ripper or can be called a seam ripper. find this little guy at yr local fabric shop. This tool is a must for any DIY person worth their salt. Not only can it help take things apart but it can take buttons off or even help fray some jeans.

I bought this blazer and showed it on a prior haul video, if you want to see that it looked like prior to the revamp-check this out,

I did take some still pics, but alas the new computer has no picture editing software yet. I may post them later. I only have video editing software and did ye notice the clarity on the new video? My 1080 HD is BACK! Takes forever to render and upload but for some videos it is worth it!

Catch Ya Later,

Blue

Kardashian Kollection - Navy & White Pant Suit

2012-02-19T17:58:00.000-08:00

So here it is the most comfortable pantsuit in the word!

Made by the Kardashian Kollection for Sears.

PROS

The material is serious luxury. Cool to the touch, moves like chiffon.

The color dark royal blue, perfect for the summer trend of Navy & White.

Comes with a white belt of which I opted not to add this time around.

CONS

Its too long! the legs are literally three to four inches to long. My legs are decent length here, I'm six foot plus with theses heels on and they pant legs are dragging on the ground.

Easily fixed with a small alteration.

The cost, why do they have to make their line so expensive? This was def a splurge for me I have not spent THAT much $$$ on an outfit in a very long time. I have to really love something to plunk down the cash - if its a bit pricey.

I will catch ya later my friends...

Blue

DIY Fashion Thrift Shop Dress Revamp / Recycle Clothing Project

2012-02-04T22:57:00.000-08:00

So I am starting to feel like normal now. I caught a cold and felt like the walking dead for the last two weeks. I had recorded the first half of this video right before I got sick and it took me this long to finally get pictures taken for it, sadness. I wanted the hubby to help me with this one because I had a location in mind that would have complimented it beautifully. But he bailed out on me, I should have known better to have even asked for help, sadness again.

Slightly Veronica Lake...?

Finally able to post this I initially showed this dress on a haul video a few uploads {You Tube} ago. I had plans for it to become a skirt. It was just too much as a dress, very Victorian and stuffy. More then anything the color was too close to my hair color and I felt like a blond blob. SO I took scissors to it and documented the revamp in the following video for you.

TIPS

Measure before you cut. Simply laying the fabric down and cutting both sides at the same time = a BIG No NO. The material will slide as you cut and it will not come out even. Speaking from experience here

One more thing to consider. My dress had an elastic waist band already, so I kept it. I still have to pull it on over my head just as I would have if I kept it in dress form. You may need to add elastic to create a waist or a zipper. Think about it before you cut it.

As for the video details. The coat is vintage I have had it for 10+ years. I found it in a Sacramento Thrift shop for $10. Every time I wear it I get compliments or looks. One time some lady tried to buy it off of my back! No Joke. Added a brown tank, lifted the skirt to make it high waisted. Shoes, are from Charlotte Russe and they are actually a couple years old! Not bad. Purse is a thrift-ed find. Watches where my grandmothers.

The camera was my grandfathers. He was a photographer for the army. This was one of his cameras I found in a survival backpack that was in a shed. At the time I was in high school and to find a survival backpack, I had no concept what it really was. What he lived through. I kept the camera and the alarm clock you see in one of my other videos. I also have masses of black & white photos from him, of everything. My Grandmother, Father as a baby. places in France and Germany, everything you can imagine. It really blows my mind to sit here and think about the fact that I have become so enamored with photography as of late. What I could have learned from him if he where still around, amazing. The camera smells like leather when I lift it to my face and reminded me of him every shot I took.

Yes look at the duality of it, taking a picture of myself taking a picture... .. .

Enough rambling on until next time my friends,

BlueFox

P.S. &&& to those boys who thought they where cheeky playing football right where I was shooting! Thanks A lot...

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LANTANA

2012-01-30T23:21:00.000-08:00

My quest for all things Geoffrey Rush moves forward with Lantana.

A wise Rusie commented one time that these blog post's are a Rushie's P.O.V {point of view} and I agree. Its quickly becoming a study of the man's performances and his face, pushing the RushOlogy Study forward.

By no means am I the ultimate Rushie because I have met more dedicated ones.

Also by no means are these blog posts meant to be hard driven reviews of his work. They are just my musing's and they make me happy to ramble on about.

When I first watched Lantana I was on the edge of my seat trying to figure out who did what and what happened.

Mr. Rush does not have a lot of action in this movie, but I still managed to get quite of few pictures from him.

With A LOT of his work under my belt I have noticed a couple of things about him.

In "almost" all of his movies the man is either dying or having sex.

His list of conquests in the bed out weigh a lot of hot male actors now a days!

Believe it or not.

He really does have a cute butt, sorry Mr. Rush - I'm Just Saying!

The reason for this post is to point out the freckles on his back. Not her face so much.

So I leave you with that and I will move on to the next film.

I'll close this with a small shout out for all of my fellow Rushies at The Geoffrey Rush Fan Club.

Join to Support: The Geoffrey Rush Fan Club

Until next time,

BlueFox

Another Thrift Store Haul & Styling Video

2012-01-16T17:58:00.000-08:00

Goodwill has dollar days which are days where certain tags colors are a buck. This means its packed and you got to dive in. Plan on spending a couple hours too! I spent $50 on all of the things I got, some items where regular price and some where $1. You know how it goes all the cute stuff is regular price - not that that's too bad in a Goodwill. So I leave you with the video for now.

FYI I have FaceBook and have been more active on it vs. Twitter as of late. Matter of fact I posted a quick OOTD shot on FaceBook I mean FoxBook today for one of the dress's.

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Now A Warning:

As of late my computer has been frustratingly temperamental. Its been getting slower and freezing a lot! Its 5 or so years old and its time to get a new one but that won't be anytime soon. I could be looking at simpler projects that are quick to get uploaded with minimal editing OR not being able to get anything up. So if you see a break in my activity - now you know why.

DIY Fashion Accessory - RePurpuse / ReVamp Knit Gloves

2012-01-05T20:09:00.000-08:00

You Will Need The Following

1/2 Yard of fabric

Pair of knit gloves

Needle and thread, scissors

Tailors chalk

Sewing machine OR lots of time to hand sew

Start with folding your fabric in half so that you will have two squares when you cut.

Measure out a 12/12 square of fabric. Cut on the bias [turn fabric to the side about a 45 degree angle] This creates stretch in the fabric, which you will need when sewing it to a stretchy knit glove.

Take one square fold it over in half wrong side facing out. Pin it down and sew it. You will end up with a long rectangle tube.

Begin to fold the tube back onto itself, now you have a little tube and the pattern is facing the right side - the side you see.

Grab the tube and open it up raw edges at the top. Take your glove, slip it in and pin the seam of your fabric to the bottom of the glove. This insures that the seam will remain somewhat hidden and give you a nice finish. Also make sure to keep track of your left hand and right hand, thumbs up. Add one more pin to hold it into place.

Take the fabric and glove to a machine. Use the arm to stretch the glove over it and begin sewing slowly and carefully. If you hand sew, make sure your stretching the glove as you go.

Once you have sewed all the way around slip on and flip the cuff up.

Project complete.

Now that I have shown you the basics its up to you to personalize this project. Consider using a different color for your glove and a contrasting fabric. Also there are a million colors and fabrics out there - you can find one that suits your mood & your friends =]

Until next time my friends,

BlueFox

Another Thrift Shop Haul

2011-12-29T12:27:00.000-08:00

Yet again another thrift shop haul. I was surprised to find so many things, other stores where ransacked due to the holidays.

I did fail to show one key piece and that is the cape I found and tweeted about. But I have full intentions of doing an OOTD or Outfit of the Day video for that one.

I think I spent about $60 at all three shops. So it goes to show, if you look you never know what you might find.

Until Next time my friends,

BlueFox

THE BANGER SISTERS

2011-12-27T22:29:00.000-08:00

I am reviewing the Geoffrey Rush movies as I bought them.Had I thought ahead I should have reviewed in the order that he performed? Ionly intended to buy some of his work, now I have this craving to have themALL.

The Banger Sisters, I really like this movie its heartwarming and sweet. I love Goldie Hawn & Susan Sarandon in this movie theyare both excellent. Can I just say that Goldie Hawn is so hot in this movie!

We meet the beloved Geoffrey Rush as Harry Plumber as heexits a bus headed to Phoenix {if only he where really in AZ} complaining aboutflies doing it on the back of his hand. He comes off as eccentric and uptight.

Harry Plumber;

“Disgusting! And there’s no excuse for it! Landed on theback of my hand and copulated. Two flies! On the back of my hand!”

“First one fly lands, then the second fly goes ZZzzzzzzzz. Istarted freaking, I mean they had sex on my skin”

Mr. Rush must have smashed his finger somewhere…

One bullet meant for one man. Anyone else see the similarityto another character Mr. Rush plays?

His face after Goldie makes the statement of “I don’t wearunderwear” is hilarious. That neck pillow cracks me up. It is the perfect prop forhis character.

Goldie;

“Adios Killer”

I love the noise or squeak that Mr. Rush makes when Goldiegrabs him by his the robe. He has no idea how his little exhales or gasps forbreaths have on the audience.

Backing up into the wardrobe like a cornered cat is one ofmy favorite things he does.

Mr. Rush;

“Where will you sleep?

Goldie;

“In your environment!”

One of very favorite lines is when Goldie is taking care ofSusan’s daughter and she is sick. Goldie says, “Harry, you may never shitagain!”

After that you get to see Mr. Rush start to soften up a bit, and fallfor Goldie’s character.

Did anyone notice the huge bead of sweat that rolls inGoldie’s eye when she’s in the bath tub? She is so in the zone, she barelyblinks.

Can I have the job where you get to throw bubbles at Mr.Rush’s face?! That must have been FUN.

No Peeking!

I absolutely love the scene where Mr. Rush is fussing withthe ironing board and he drops it. Absolutely hilarious!

The bubbles still in his hair when he answers the door. Loving his miss buttoned shirt, nice touch.

The one love scene in the movie is between Mr. Rush andGoldie. Its brief and ends too soon if you ask me.

I concentrate on the look inMr. Rush’s eyes. But his neck area distracts me. Watch closely, am I seeing hisPulse? His heart beat on that major vein…

Mr. Rush to Goldie

“ I think you are my muse”

Guess what Mr. Rush - you are a muse to a lot of people.

Nice dance moves!

Seriously I'm finding myself jealous of a phone here... .. .

Can I just say the snakeskin pants where not a good choicefor Susan’s character.

Sleepy Mr. Rush

Last scene, where Mr. Rush makes the remark “he’s in here!”referring to his father, he is so intense.

I imagine this and the followingscene may have been difficult for him… .. .

That’s my review for The Banger Sisters.

Next up is Lantana!

See you next time,

BlueFox

Outfit Of The Day - Cape Coat & Mens Dress Shirt

2011-12-19T10:40:00.000-08:00

Cape Coat, Found this gem at Forever 21 for about $32 ladies! Better get it while its hot! Its by Yoki one of those designers collaboration that Forever 21 is doing a lot of here lately. I did not have a navy blue jacket & this one has a touch a drama to it, which I like.

Shirt, blue button down borrowed form the boys. I think their is nothing sexier then wearing your mans shirt.

Leggings are from Forever 21 last year. just basic black you can find anywhere. I find I wear a lot of leggings in the winter!

Boots are from Target and I have had these for about 2-3 years now. They are running strong still. I really like the low wedge heel. They kind of has that vintage or old school feel to them.

Watch is from Target last year.

Rings, snake one is from America Eagle Outfitters. Silver stud one if from forever 21 recently.

Necklace is from Target, last year.

Black stud belt & black bag are both Thrifted.

Location details, filmed at the park yet again. this time it was much warmer then the last time I filmed. I figured that Sunday morning there would be minimal people. I was right, but then this happened. There is a bike path behind me, an older gentleman rode his bike off of the path and asked if I would like him to take pictures for me. I said no thanks, only because I could visualize him grabbing my $600 camera and taking off! You know people will do that! Can you see me chasing after an old man on a bike because I WOULD!

Generally I avoid people with cameras and camcorders and for that matter I am not the type of person to walk over to someone and bug them.

Also I will take the time to vent here a bit.

I would like to throw the Bullshit Flag down on all of the girls who are uploading videos with ext-ream professional help. Their videos are borderline commercials, I know you know who I am talking about here. You can tell the difference when someone has professional help filming. Also do you really think that THAT girl edited her own videos?

Just FYI I film, edit and upload my own videos. Its just me, my camera, laptop & soft wear posting way.

Until next time my friends,

BlueFox

Outfit of the Day - Modern Pirate

2011-12-13T11:49:00.000-08:00

Blouse: Bought at Kohls here recently, I usually don't have much luck with that store but when I saw this top I was like I have to have that. Its a modern pirate shirt. We all know I love my pirates. It was on sale for $21.

Pants /Capri's: Found at a local store called Family Dollar. Its kind of a general dollar store. These where on clearance for $5 and I have them for about five years. I lovingly refer to the as my Alex Row pants, Google Alex to see what hes wearing and you will know what i am talking about!

Shoes: Found at Forever 21 here recently for a whopping $12! They where too cool to pass up!

Jewelry: Fossil watch and a smattering of bracelets found at local boutiques and swap meets.

Clutch: H&M a couple months ago. Picked it up because it seemed like a good neutral to add to just about any outfit.

Until next time my friends,

Bluefox

Outfit Of The Day - Fur & Wool Coat Emerald Green Dress

2011-12-08T19:15:00.001-08:00

Jacket: Forever 21for about $40 if I remember correctly. I bought this about a month ago on aself-soothing shopping spree. November was not exactly a kind month to Mrs.Fox. It had been sitting in my closet begging to be worn and today was the day.

Dress: Old Navy forabout $15 bought last year. Using old stuff in new ways is a good way to makeolder items in your wardrobe feel fresh.

Tights & Shoes:Tights are they extreme opaque ones that you can barely see through, bought atWal-Mart. Shoes are from Nine West purchased at Ross.

Purse: DIY placematto a clutch purse, here is a link to a video on how to make it. DIY Clutch / Purse Video

Stud Belt: Wal-Martlast year.

Gloves: Your basicknit gloves – who knows where I got them!

Location Details:Obviously near a Lettuce field that is about to be harvested. Initially I hadanother spot picked out but a street sweeper wetting down the field roads ranme off.

I thought that thisdirt road would have little to no traffic on it. Boy was I wrong, about fivetrucks came down it while I was shooting = awkward. I was waiting for a farmerto run me off but it never happened.

Well I leave you withthat – until next time my friends.

BlueFox

LES MISERABLES

2011-12-07T13:47:00.001-08:00

Sometimes this Blogwill go off in another direction – in the direction of what ever I aminterested in…

I will begin with thesimple fact that I was trying to keep my Pirates Of The Caribbean undercontrol. I know everyone LOVES Jack Sparrow, but for me someone else caught myeye. Focusing on Captain Barbossa, my curiosity got the better of me. Curiositykilled the Fox? I began wondering who is this man who brings my belovedBarbossa to life? You Tube searches for Geoffrey Rush lead me to videotributes, full of pictures from movies and theater, of the man. One video had apicture of Rush from Les Miserables in the black hat, I commented on the video.Please tell me what movie that’s from! No response. I googled Rush instead,found that wonderful web site “the many hats of Geoffrey Rush”

Les Miserables wasthe movie I had to see. Little did I know that Rush was one of the few actorsthat had a Triple Crown of Acting, under his belt {An Academy Award, TonyAward, Emmy Award & numerous others I could fill this entire Blog with!}

Cash in hand I headto my local video store with a list of Rush movies. Scrambling down theunorganized isles of this store to only find a couple of options, Elizabeth andLes Miserables. I felt like I would have a hard time trying to find LesMiserables if I did not grab it now. So that would be my first purchase ofcuriosity.

I had never seen theplay in the theater nor did I read the book. I went in full naïve only torecognize the movie after the first thirty minuets. I had a friend in highschool that loved Les Miserables, I remember her having a pin on her back packof the Les Miserables Girls face. I also realized she let me barrow this movieback in the day; she had been crushing on Marius of course.

The first time Iwatched the movie the one thing that stuck out in my mind was “Whoa did he justslap Uma Thurman!” I could not believe it. Rush’s Inspector Javert comes acrossas a complex man. I would describe him like this; stern, stoic and haughty & the law is his religion – hisdriving force.

I do like LiamNeeson, a lot. It was nice to see him in this movie too. But Rush stole myattention. I am amazed at how well he always mesh’s with his co-stars, he’salways the Yin to their Yang. You cannot have the one with out the other, trulythe best example of a supporting actor.

I do question thedirectors camera angles at times, Rush is 6’0 and Neeson is 6’4 but seems totower over him at some points.

Did anyone notice that Rush hardly blinks, he is so intense in this movie.

Favorite line fromthe movie; I love the part where Captain Beauvais is telling the mayor, LiamNeeson. That the new police inspector is here to report, Neeson says tell himhim does not need to. Captain Beauvais says “But Monsieur le Maire, if youdon’t permit the inspector to report, I think he will burst into tears!” Theidea of Javert doing this is hilarious – because he is so serious.

My other favoritepart is not exactly a pleasant part of the movie. Javert finds out that Neesonis who he thought he was and goes into primal rage mode. Confronts Neeson andThurman with the ferocity of a wolverine. He blows up in Neesons face and says“Speak up, people don’t mumble when they speak to me!” & “ Are you joking,do you think that I am that stupid, I think you do” Rush delivers these lines& part so ferociously I do not think I could have responded to him if Iwhere in Liam Neeson’s shoes. He literally acts him out of the universe in thatmoment....

Noticing somesimilarities of Javert to Barbossa? A couple of times in the movie Javert yellsor barks an order and all I can see and hear is Barbossa. Rush will stand thereand cross his arms high on his chest, very Barbaossa-esque. The hat he wears inthe beginning of the movie, very similar to that Barbossa is sporting as aprivateer in POTC4. Baldric sword / gun belt seems to be an accessory bothlike. Long coat, why can’t men wear these anymore? I love a man who can pulloff a trench or pea coat. They are not practical in my neck of the woods,sadly.

Did anyone noticethat Rush seems to just kind of fall off of that horse? The man has some longlegs you would think he’d have no problem.

These pictures arescreen shots I took while watching the movie. I was trying to get good shots ofhim that where not the usual ones you see on the all of the other genericreviews. During this I stumbled across this: Liam Neeson smashes InspetorJaverts face into the wall he slowly slides down and falls into a heap. At thatpoint, try rewinding in slow motion to see Rush smash his face & slide upthe wall. It’s pretty funny! Sorry Rush.

After I watched themovie, the 1^st time. I found out that many people gave it badreviews. Saying it was nothing like the book or the play. That Liam Neeson’scharacter was way off from what he should have been, etc. I have nothing tocompare it to, nor did I go the extra step to read the book or see the play.All I can say is I think it stands on its own. All of the actors did awonderful job if you ask me.

Oh, I did see Twitterblowing up Les Miserables. They are doing a remake of this movie. ApparentlyRush will be Mr. Thenardiers the owner of the bar and care taker of Cosette. Iam excited that that he agreed to play a part in this, but it is not myfavorite character. This re-make has a stellar cast and should do well.

***Correction: Geoffrey will not be playing Thenardiers, I am disappointed because any Rush is better then no Rush at all. They cast someone else - I am not even going to comment about THAT.

Hmmm to see Rush in aplay – that would be NICE. I have heard he is completely different from what wesee in the movies.

Until next time –Your Rush Obsessed friend,

BlueFox

P.S. I think this may be a long running series on here, yes it might be. He a-MUSE's me...

Dia De Los Muertos

2011-12-07T13:17:00.001-08:00

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

Is a holiday that is celebrated thoughout the world by many different cultures. It is a time for families and friendsto gather and remember their lost loved ones.

How do we do it?

BIG, we begin by preparing food earning the morning ofNovember 2^nd. The kitchen is suddenly full of foods being preparedand dropped off. Posole, Menudo, Chili and Frila [Potatoes / Bacon Soup] fillour list of comfort foods. All of the food is usually done by mid afternoon.

Then we all head out the cemetery to put out luminarios. Wedo it old school with a paper bag filled with a bit of sand on the bottom, andthen we add a single white candle. We place about 100+ luminaries on grave sitesof loved ones and friends throughout the cemetery. Once the sun starts to setwe light the candles.

*notice the beer?

This time of year it’s finally starting to get a bit chilly.We all head to the house that has the comfort food. Fill up on all of the soupsand treats and spend time with our loved ones.

It’s the first of the holiday gatherings for us. The bigones sneak right up shortly after.

Until next year my friends, maybe I will actually show the food!

Yr Friend,

BlueFox

DIY Accessories How To Make Fast & Easy Tassel Earrings

2011-12-02T18:45:00.001-08:00

Tools you will need:

Earring Hooks, go with stainless silver or gold. You can find a packet of these at craft / fabric stores, they generally come in a package of 25+ for a couple of bucks.

Loops or Jump Rings, match the earring hook. You will find these in a package too & they are super cheap

Tassels, find these in the fabric upholstery sections of fabric stores. They have just about every color of the rainbow at Joann's, also try Micheal's.Usually find these near the trim and fringes. Tassels run hing and low on price points, so pick your budget when you head into the store. Try looking in the holiday decoration sections - this time of year you may be able to find some tassels for cheap.

BE CREATIVE!

Once you add that jump ring you could add the tassel to anything. Add it to an old necklace to spruce it up, or your purse, hair clip or even a pair of shoes.

Consider changing the tone of the metal to gold and pick a complimentary colored tassel. I think Gold & Turquoise would look smashing together!

DIY Accessories - How To Make A Casette Tape Wallet / Coin Purse

2011-11-23T11:59:00.001-08:00

Startingwith an old cassette tape we will make a wallet or coin purse out of it.

Howyou ask? Watch the video!

TIPS

Newspaperis your friend and will make clean up a breeze. Add on your tabletops and floorto save them.

Tryto find a cassette that is not clear, so you can avoid having to paint it likeI did. If you have a clear cassette, spray paint or craft paint will work tomake it solid.

Alsotry to find the cassettes that have small screws holding them together; theseare a snap to take apart with a small screwdriver.

Makesure you buy a zipper that is long enough; it needs to cover three sides only!Take your cassette with you while you shop to insure a perfect fit.

Youcan pick whatever color of zipper and liner you want! Leopard liner would bePuRR-Fect!

BeVERY careful if you choose to work with a glue gun! It gets very HOT. If youchoose to work with Goo Glue or A-6000 be careful not to glue yourself to theproject.

Pressdown carefully on the fabric of the zipper, too much pressure and it will oozeeverywhere too little and the fabric will not stick to the plastic.

Tryyour best not to get any glue in the tracks of the zipper! Otherwise you willbe spending some time picking it all out!

Handleyour wallet / coin purse with care. If it becomes loose re-glue it.

Until the nextproject my friends,

BlueFox

Outfit Of The Day ~ Thriftshop Shirt & Faux Fur Vest

2011-11-13T12:21:00.001-08:00

As Requested per aYouTube Subscriber, I present and OOTD or Outfit Of The Day showcasing thethrifted top from a recent haul.

The Top

This is one of myfavorite tops that I seem to be wearing every week since I got it. The sleevesare one of my favorite things about it, even the tab buttons. Silk blend with aslouchy fit, makes it super comfortable.

Jeans

Mossimo skinny jeansbought at Target

Boots

Found at Marshall’s,my current absolute favorites. I love the button detail along the sides. Itmakes them a little bit different from everyone else’s.

Faux Fur Vest

Found last year at alocal boutique. Bringing this baby out into full wardrobe cycle since fur isback with a vengeance.

Watch & Jewelry

Bought at the FossilStore

Bracelets Found atlocal Boutiques

Ring Forever 21

Manicure

DIY ladies!

Yes, That's be a humming bird crashing my picture! He was so close I could hear his wings beating! I guess I have strong animal magnetism?

Until next time my friends,

BlueFox

DIY - How To Dye Fabric

2011-11-06T14:57:00.000-08:00

As mentioned in the video this would be my 2nd adventure in dying fabric. This is an easy way to revamp a thrift shop find or breath new life into an existing item you have in your closet. Also you can save an old favorite shirt that has faded with time.

I found the Dylon fabric dye at Joann's my local fabric and craft store. Very similar to RIT dye except for the fact that you do not have to "cook" the item you have chosen to dye.

Items you will need other then the dye and your project An old plastic bucket or trash can, something you can throw away if its ruined. An old bowl and spoon to mix the dye with. Salt and some latex gloves, plenty of time and water.

TIPS

Follow dye's directions and be very aware of the type of material you are attempting to dye. 100% polyester does not play well with this particular dye. This dye works very well with cotton.

The RULES of color apply, blue top + red dye = Purple.

This is a messy job, I would advise wearing old clothing while dying. Keep a couple of wet wash cloths close to wipe up any spills or drips immediately.

Once you have finished your project you should handle your newly dyed article of clothing, with care. Machine wash on gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Wash alone for the first couple of washes to ensure that excess dye will not ruin other things. Hang to dry, but not in direct sunlight. The Dryer will fade the color of your garment quickly.

Watch the video for the full project breakdown:

Outfit Details:

Top thrift-ed and dyed, fur vest bought at local boutique last year. Shorts with gold studs are from Forever 21, tights from Target, Boots from Payless recently. Jewelry from Forever 21 & local boutique.

Until next time my friends,

BlueFox

DIY Pirate Halloween Costume

2011-10-29T13:00:00.000-07:00

THE PIRATE SHIRT

Thrifted shirt for a $1 at local Salvation Army. This shirt started out white, I decided it was too stark for the costume. Enter 1st dyeing experience ever! I found some dye at my local fabric and craft store, JoAnns. I had never heard of the fabric dye Dylon but I decided to give it a shot. It was $2.99 for the packet, and it worked perfectly. I have to admit it was flipping FUN dyeing the shirt.

THE SASH

2 yards of a polyester material found in the clearance rack for $5 at the fabric store became the pirate sash. Basically you wrap it up and then around the waist. I did distress mine on the ends a little bit, polyester rips nicely but don't even think about dyeing it! I learned the hard way, I tried to dye it even though the packet said not recommended for poly = FAIL. It does not hold the color of the dye, you need a particular dye apparently for poly. I wanted to try it because I had a poly dress that I was debating dyeing too. Better to mess up the sash then the dress I figured... .. .

THE PIRATE ACCESSORIES

The belt I had purchased from Target a while back for $3 just because it was too cool. The ring I believe I found at F21 and I have had it for a while. The Necklace was my grandfathers and I have held on to it because it was his and a unique piece.

THE COAT

My Grandmother made this for my Father. I have held onto it forever and decided it would be the inspiration & anchor piece for the pirate costume. Brown corduroy with felt details and completely lined, dam my Grandmother was GOOD! I learned how to sew from her by the way... ..

THE PANTS

Ah my favorite H&M harem pants.I have had these for about a year or so. I think I spent $10 on them an I LOVE em' so much. Easy to dress up or down and the perfect slouchy pirate pants!

THE HAT

So I must admit I was inspired by my favorite pirate Captain Barbossa, I tried to echo certain things about his attire. The hat proved to be a hard find in my town but I wanted to get it as close to his hat as possible. Geoffrey Rush said that he did not "Feel" like Barbossa until he put the hat on - so yes this piece was important to me. Finally came across a Scare Crow hat and messed around with it to find that it could easily be molded into a pirate hat. Then I went into JoAnns again for a couple of feathers to add on top. The hat was $5 and the feathers where $2-3 each.

THE PIRATE "EFFECTS"

The Sword is the only thing that is actually from Pirates of the Caribbean. It has a stick on it with a scull & cross bones and that is pretty much it BUT when I saw it I was like I have to have that! I figured I was using things I already had for the costume and this was the one thng I would spend the most $$$ on. It cost $14.

The Gun is a cheapo Wal-Mart Safety Orange pirate pistol that I bought for a whopping three dollars. I have to admit I had a lot of fun painting it! I just used some craft paint I already had. I had no brown paint in my collection so I ended up mixing green, red and orange to get the right dark brown. I had a gold paint that I mixed some of the brown in to get that nice bronze color. Finished off with a touch of silver nail polish here and there for highlights.

THE BOOTS

Bought from Payless about 5+ years ago. Held onto them for so long because they are so confortable. The wedge heel makes them easy to walk in and the fur is very much in right now but not what I need for this outfit. I simply rolled the fur down and into the boot.

THE MAKE UP

I believe its hard to see the makeup in the video but I thought I would add it to the details here. First thing I did was pull out the ol' Elmer's Gluey, grab some pieces of tissue and begin on adding some scars and texture to my face. Take the Elmer's Glue add a bit of water and mix, wad and bunch little pieces of tissue and basically apply them to your face where ever you want. Word of advice, watch the placement of scars, if you add one where your skin moves a lot or will catch on something it will start to fall off. I ran the scar along my eye and over my eyebrow and it stayed until I was ready to remove it. To remove simply peel off carefully , like a band aid. Be careful around the eye area!

I added some bronzer to old foundation to give me a bit more of a tan & applied that in about two layers making sure to go over the scars carefully so they blended in. The foundation will cover up the whiteness of the tissue paper just fine.

I also used an the old foundation and several eye shawdows to give me that Dirty Look. I scrapped Brown, Grey and Green eyeshadow [separately] and added them to a little bit of the foundation and mixed. Wah-La instant face paint from stuff you already have!

{Can I just Say - I LOVE my Shadow! It took on its own persona & reminds me of a certain pirate, Guess he was there in spirit...}

Well there you have it my submission for the DIY costume for Halloween 2011! I did not want to do the typical "Dirty Pirate Hooker" costume that has become the norm. I wanted to look like I walked off of the set of Pirates of the Caribbean. Had I had more cash and time I would have went all out Barbossa, but a las I have no friends in the movie make up industry [sadness] I mean I really would go all out! Nose, beard swagger, everything!

Anyhow I seriously had a blast making the costume. From dyeing the shirt to painting the gun and finally finding the hat. It really was an experience that I relished. I am so ready to work on a movie set in the wardrobe or props department. Someone from POTC, have your people call my people!

Until next time my friends, I hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween 2011!

Your Friend,

BlueFox

Thrift Haul & Tips on How To Thrift Shop

2011-10-23T17:32:00.000-07:00

Recently, I went to my local Salvation Army Store and they had their 50% off of everything in the store sale... .. .

SCORE!!!

I was asked by YT viewers, what are your tips for thrift shopping? I decided to upload my haul video and throw in a few tips.

Tips on Thrift Shopping

1. Dress simply and light, leggings, tank and some flip flops is ideal. You don't want to be in the dressing room struggling with boots, jeans, a necklace & earrings do ya?

2. Take a small cross body bag / purse with just the essentials in it. Cash, card, ID and car keys.

3. Always go with plenty of time to spare 2-3 hours is ideal. You need time to hunt, and time to try things on. Don't go with someone who is inpatient.

4. Eat a light meal to give your some energy vs. a heavy breakfast or lunch. The Food Baby effect can be discouraging & make it hard to gauge what really fits.

5. Grab a basket - the hand held ones, take that and drop it on the floor next to your feet and dig into the racks

6. Keep a list of items you want or write them down. I want more blazers, pants, skirts, more purse's, etc.

7. Keep your eye open for your favorite colors or patterns. A lot of times its the color or the fabric pattern that catches my eye. What trends are you loving right now? That's a good question to ask yourself when searching.

8. Try it on, think outside of the box. If a skirt is too long you can hem it to make it more modern. Pants to short? They can become walking shorts or Capri shorts with a snip of the scissors. Add a belt, roll up the sleeves - Be Creative & Resourceful!

9. Take care of your treasures, I definitely recommend gentle cycle on the washer, a mild detergent and hang dry. The dryer fades colors, shrinks and damages fabric over time. If need be wash the items separately or with like colors. Anything super saturated with color should be turned inside out, we are talking about you Dark Wash Denim Jeans!

There you have it, those are my thrift shopping tips.

Thrifting saves you money, re-uses already made materials, and allows you to be unique compared to the average girl covered in, H&M from head to toe.

Check the video out and let me know what your thrift shopping tips are?

Until next time,

BlueFox

*I spent $16 dollars on everything purchased in the video

Outfit of the Day Post

Top & High waist-ed shorts bought at Pac Sun during their clearance sale, buy one get one free!

Spent $20 for both items... .. .

Found the necklace at a local boutique for $2. Never be afraid to pop in a local store you never know what you will find. plus your supporting your local economy.

Boots found at Marshall's for a whopping $25!

I LOVE them they look more expensive in person. Matter of fact when I was standing in line to buy them, a lady asked me where I found them in the store! She said they where gorgeous & she is so right. I love the color a darker brown, but what really drew me to them was the gold buttons.

Modern Pirate

2011-10-09T19:00:00.000-07:00

Inspiration is what moves me, keeps me going. Lately my mind has only one thing on it... .. .

I would think its obvious to someone who took the time to listen.

The Coat

It's one of a kind. My father wanted to be a Pirate for Halloween one year when he was in high school. My Grandmother, being the seamstress whipped up the coolest costume for him. He won best dressed - I'd imagine, that Halloween. The Pirate Coat then rested in a coat closet for years, until I came across it. I have held on to it for many years myself and finally decided to dust it off. This is one of the things I never got rid off during closet revamps & purges. It has too much sentimental value for me. So there you have it, its one of a kind, homemade, handcrafted & dare I say Vintage.

The Shoes

I bought about a year ago from Charlotte Russe for around $25. They where vintage inspired for sure. That's what caught my eye.

The Braclets

A mad mix of a Target Watch and tons of random bracelets piled on seems to be very in style & Pirate-y too me.

The Pants n Top

Well its the same Target black skinny pants making another appearance. Added a black tank to keep everything minimal and sleek.

So my friends I leave you with the latest YT vid to add to my collection. I know this "outfit" may not be the most wearable I have done but I felt that the Pirate Coat needed to be known.

Until next time!

BlueFox

P.S. Yes, those are Captain Barbossa quotes... .. .

OOTD - Leopard Spots & Crocodile Scales

2011-09-24T11:44:00.000-07:00

Shirt Forever 21 $14

Skinny Dress Pants Cuffed Target $25

Shoes Simply Vera for Kohls $17 Clearance

Purse Jessica Simpson $70-80 3 years old

Watch Fossil $100, LOVE bracelet Forever 21 $3

Cord Bracelet from H&M $4

I filmed this by myself, on the fly.

Literally came home from work and grabbed the cameras and off I went. I have been driving around all week, all over town thinking about doing shots, here and there. The place I originally wanted to shot at was occupied, but I will try to make it there soon. I have found that natural light is what works best with my camera. Inside shots never get the clarity as outside ones do. I also wanted to share an Arizona sunset with you, as they are one of the most beautiful things about AZ. I love the wide open blue skies, just a few clouds will catch the light and give you gold and pinks. Truly Beautiful To Behold.

The Blouse

So at the moment this IS my favorite top every time I wear it people stare.

I try to keep it non-harlot looking by covering up the rest of the body. Even though its just the arm holes showing, the print makes it sexy. I love the dolman sleeves, and again the chiffon fabric. I have also worn this top tucked into a black pencil skirt as well = stunning.

The Pants

I bought at Target last year, in reaction to being told leggings cannot be worn to work. These are a skinny pant made with dressier material. Truly a wardrobe work horse for me. Worn tucked into boots, with flats or rolled and cuffed.

The Shoes

Where gifted to me from a family member that likes a good deal as much as me. They have a very subtle snake print that went well with the purse.

The Bag

Is from Jessica Simpson Collection. This girl GETS shoes & bags! They really ride the trends and come out with very stylish items. I bought this bag from Dillard's for $70-80 around three years ago. It has stood up to my ruff ways and come back into style this winter. Perusing the fashion magazines I have come across many pictures of crocodile bags.

The Watch

Bought from Fossil, the perfect intimation of a Michael Kors. Is holding up nicely to almost every day wear. The LOVE bracelet has tarnished to a lighter version of rose gold and I continue to wear it with the watch. The H&M bracelet is still one of my favorite.

And so my Friends I leave you with that, until next week.

BlueFox

Top 5 Things Keeping Me Happy

2011-09-23T16:40:00.000-07:00

1. POTC Stranger Tides soundtrack is just the thing to "tide" me over until the movie is out to buy.

2. Coming across a TWIT Pic of Geoffrey Rush sitting on a bus reading a newspaper; he is down to earth. I ask myself the question of what would you say to him ... .. .?

3. LMFAO "I'm sexy and I know it" plays on my VEVO App on my phone - almost everyday...the vid is frickin hilarious!

4. Getting Inspired for Fall related DIY projects!

5. Scull & Crossbones is fastily becoming my signature nail design ;]

Hope everyone has a great weekend....I am thinking about what to post next cannot make up my mind DIY or OOTD?

Yr Friend,

BlueFox

Outfit of the Day - Polka Dots & A Red Purse

2011-09-19T10:41:00.000-07:00

Has anyone noticed here recently the sea of stripes that are taking over our stores? Prime example, walk into Forever 21 and you will see what I am talking about, STRIPES everywhere! Don't get me wrong I love a good stripe top - its a classic. But I am ready for a bit of a change up, inter Polka Dots. Supposedly they are making a come back this Fall, I've seen them popping up in magazines and runways. Imagine my excitement when I came across this top at Forver 21. Initially it was the chiffon material that caught my eye then the pattern & price sealed the deal. This is a transitional piece that I have dressed up with a black pencil skirt for work or dressed down with shorts.

As for the Purse / Satchel I found at Marshalls. Its from a brand called Vieta. I bought a dark royal blue one a couple of weeks ago. Fell in LOVE with it, refer to it as The Barbossa Purse. I saw the red one that same day and it haunted my thoughts, I went back and got it with some Birthday Cash. This red purse is The Jack Purse... .. . I feel my collection is complete now.

Shoes found at Marshalls as well. I showed them on a prior Haul Video too.

I leave you with the video to watch....

See you next week or so my friends,

BlueFox

Top 5 Things Keeping Me Happy

2011-09-16T15:02:00.000-07:00

1. Captain Barbossa Obsession Continues - POTC 4 coming out to own SOON Oct 18, 2011!
2. My Birth day this month 9/10/2011 = Shopping of course =]
3. My upgrade to HTC phone and Android Apps - LOVE / Current Ringtone Barbossa Laugh
4. Leopard top bought at F21 will show in future OOTD post... Probably
5. Candy Corn - OMG why is it Everywhere & its my Favorite Candy!?!?!

What arRRR yours ?

DIY Fashion - How to Cut a Tee-Shirt with Style

2011-09-11T14:18:00.000-07:00

A Pirates Life for Me!

TOOLS:

Tee shirt of your choice, old new, whatever. Hunt for sales on graphic tee’s or head to the thrift shop to save $$$.
Lace, color and design of your choice. I went with the cheapest I could find at $5 bucks a yard. I bought a whole yard with intentions of using it on future projects. But for this you could probably get away with using a half a yard.
Scissors, straight pins, needle & thread are they basics you will need too.
Also, I recommend using tailors chalk – it comes in handy when you’re doing a project w/o a pattern.

TIPS:

Do not cut the collar! it holds this project together. When cutting the lace shape out - move the shirt, otherwise you could accidentally cut the shirt.
Consider using a different material instead of lace, chiffon could look really chic. Or use another piece of material from an old shirt. Pick a patter that catches your eye – possibilities are endless.
Wear with a bandeau top for extra air conditioning & cool factor. Or try a tank top, or a tube top with a contrasting color for POP.
I accidentally cut a bit of my collar, so I just went with it and cut out random small triangles from the collar and the sleeves to give it a "I've had this shirt forever" look.
Should your lace panel get a little baggy + a couple of quick stitches to attach it to the back of the shirt.

See you in the next video!

Yr Friend,

BlueFox

Collective Haul - Thrift Shop Marshalls and Ross

2011-08-25T17:38:00.000-07:00

Haul Influenced by PIRATES =]

I was supposed to take time off and go to the ocean, my plans fell through. So instead I had a Pirates of the Caribbean Marathon at home. Plus I did a little shopping too - choices where somewhat inspired by the movies too. I mean the dark blue purse is the color of the deep blue sea

{Catalina Island waters comes to my mind}

and the boots well any self respecting fashio-nista with a Pirate obsession would have some Great Boots! I find myself being inspired even more so, I have a couple of ideas that I want to make videos for. So we will see if the Pirates Influence remains strong.

{FYI: Captain Barbossa IS my Favorite}

So my friends I leave you with that, check out the video for the full breakdown of the goods. Watch to the end for Bloopers =]

Yr Friend,

BlueFox

2011-08-18T14:31:00.000-07:00

So have you ever broken a favorite necklace? I am sure you have this is a video on how to fix thoes necklaces that have cord or stretchy cord holding them together. This IS so easy and can be used to basically make your own jewelry.

Thats all for now hope everyone is having great weekend! I am kind of on a mini vacation and enjoying a Pirates of the Caribbean marathon at home
{LOVE Captain Barbosa ~ he's the BEST Pirate}

Unitl next time!

Yr Friend,

BlueFox

2011-08-12T16:43:00.000-07:00

So this IS my 50 th upload, feels like I have come a long way. I wanted to do something exta special to show a little appreciation for the people who actually stick around and watch my videos.

They are the ones that give me thumbs up, comment and stay subscribed to me. THAT keeps me going.

So I will just let the video do most of the talking =]

Until next time,

BlueFox

Monthly Favorites - Fox Tales

2011-07-27T21:41:00.001-07:00

DIY How To Make A Crop Top Blouse

2011-07-19T07:55:00.000-07:00

Tools you will need

1 Yard of Fabric of your choice.

Matching Thread

Lots of Push Pins

Scissors

Sewing Machine OR lot of time to Hand Sew

Tips:

Consider doing this project with a different pattern, such as jersey I can just see how the draping on that type of fabric would be so beautiful!

IF you choose to use a chiffon type fabric consider the double roll then hem method to keep fraying in check. Fold over then fold again then hem it.

Consider simple alterations to make a different top.

Sew the arms closed for a more kimono look.

Add extra inches to the length for a longer version.

Consider a “V” neckline.

Watch the Video for the FULL Breakdown: