Projects-in-the-works Spring/Summer 2011

So, I thought I'd share with you some of the projects I have in the works! I need to get a new chain for my old bike and somehow attach a thrifted basket to the front... and then I shall be ready! There are many wonderful Farmer's Markets here in scenic North Idaho, and I have only had the pleasure of attending one. I've been to the big one in Hayden- and loved it- but I've never been to the one in Rathdrum, so I shall this Summer! And there will be a new one in Post Falls (within riding distance of the house I'm moving into at the end of June)! Farmer's Markets are more activities than projects... so I'll get on to the projects I have been dreaming up in my spare time (way too much since school got out).

I've always loved little leather medicine pouches, but I don't wear leather unless it's vintage, so I am going to buy something leather from a thrift store (or something) and make multiple little pouches out of it!

I have had this tie-dye kit for years and every Summer I plan on tie-dying... but never do. So this time, to ensure I would go through with it, I have asked Sadicus to tie-dye with me! We're going to look for white dresses at a thrift store and transform them into marvelous hippie creations! I've been thinking for a while that I should make mobiles out of driftwood and feathers (etc.) from the beach in Coeur d'Alene- it would carry alot of local energy, I think:) So that's another project for Summertime.

I am also going to make a dreamcatcher out of hemp twine, feathers from the lake, pretty local beads, and... some kind of circle. I guess I can find a willow reed and tie it in a circular shape, or something! I have quite an extensive dreamcatcher collection, and I feel that it is time that I make my own. I shall also learn to weave baskets! I've always wanted to know how and there are so many things growing here that I could weave with! If I get good at it, I could possible weave myself a basket for my bicycle! Oooh, good idea? Yes, I think so!

If it turns out that I show any kind of skill at any of these things then I shall peddle them as wares when I live life on the open road as a bohemian/vagabond/gypsy/drifter/wanderer. Along with my other wares (jewelry made of nut shells [nut jewelry!], crocheted doilies, handmade earrings).
Love,
Belle

Tie Dye and warm weather

Tie Dye is my favorite thing to wear in warm weather! I have 3 tie dye tank tops, 1 tie dye skirt, and 1 tie dye dress. I think that's it. I love wearing the skirt- it's light blue and white and floor-length. It's nice comfy light cotton and never feels too hot. My dress is about calf length and dark blue and strapless- I like to wear it hiking which seems weird but it makes me feel wild and pretty! I love Summer but I hate summer fashion for the most part. Fall is easy to dress for but Summer is tough. It's all shorts and tank tops and for someone who wants to be unique all the time it feels rather like a scanty-clothes uniform. So tie dye at least adds visual interest to my outfits in the warm weather. So basically all Summer I'm wearing shorts, a tie dye tank top, cute sandals, and doing something fun with my hair- every day. Every day. At least I won't be cold. And I can go hiking! And swimming! Okay, I'm feeling pretty happy, pretty excited for Summer now!
Love,
Belle
P.S.: I was going to do a May Day post- with history and pretty dresses, but alas! my plans fell through and I was depressed. This weekend I'm going to try to have a belated May Day. We had everything planned out! We were going to have a May pole, a bonfire, flowing dresses, flower crowns... I was so excited. Beltane is one of my favorite holidays.
Okay, I'm actually done now.