Oh yes the 70s...

What's up Groovies?

Alright so I know what your thinking... "Hayley is this your car?" Mmm no... no it's not. I wish it was though; Volkswagen has been my favorite car brand since, like, the movie Herbie Goes Banana's. When I saw this car go down the road I mentally screamed because of my love for "double punch bugs." Anyway we were in a parking lot loading groceries into the back of our car when it pulls up beside us. Too busy catching flies I said nothing but dad stepped in and asked the man if I could get a picture beside his car. The guy crossed his arms, nodded and said "yeah go for it, climb up in it if you want too!" then proceeded to walk towards the store. He just trusted me to climb up into his vehicle... 

For anyone new to this blog I've moved quite a bit; my most recent move being from up north to North Carolina. People down here are so different so trusting and it's odd for me because I'm so used to the people up north who may have been skeptical about me even standing next to their car, let alone them telling me to climb inside then walk away! 

Anyway I made sure to get a few pictures. 

I wish they had a candle that captured the smell of the inside of that car. It was a mix of old leather, exhaust, and some kind of Hawaiian air freshener. 

Clearly I'm not ready to drive...

Is it possible to be in love with a car?

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As much as I love the doubles, regular bugs are indeed my favorite. Not the new kind, they're cool but the vintage bugs are where it's at. 

I still have another year until I can drive here in the US but the Volkswagen beetle is my dream car. The first beetle was made in 1945 but I prefer one from the year 1971 or up because that's the year they started making the cars manual (which is easier to drive). 

Speaking of the seventies I recently found these round shades at a store called Earthbound. 

Now I don't usually pay more then like $5 for anything accessory wise unless I really feel that I need it; I ended up paying 13 for these glasses and I couldn't be happier. 

The glasses kinda inspired this outfit

Dress - $5 at goodwill

Shoes - $2 at Walmart ( told you I didn't pay more the $5 for accessories) 

Necklaces - $2 for a set of three at Claires 

In the process of trying too look cute I saw a bug. 

And then these two in honor of my love of flowers <3

Stay groovy 

Hugs from Hayley

My Adventure Books

      Everyone has seen the movie UP, and if you haven't shame on you, shame on your family, and shame on your cow (Just a little Disney humor).   Anyway in the movie there is an adventure book of a little boy who grows into a man, with his best friend by his side. They end up getting married and he ends up having a book about all of his adventures. As an old man he looks back on these adventures and all  the memories of his wife before she died. I decided I wanted to make a book, better yet two about the story of my life. 

      I found the books (brand new and still in the wrapping) for $1 a piece at our local library's shop. They have 100 pages along with wax paper in-between each page, giving me plenty of room to lay out my own adventures.

      The  letters on the front are cork-board letters that I got on sale for $2.50 a box at Micheal's.  The keys (50 cents) and arrow decals ($1) was also from Michael's. 

PA. stands for Part (part one)

 (part two)

^^^This is my first pages of my book. Featuring my first house, facts about my birth, and baby pictures. This is the one from the movie that I based mine off of.

 

I'll give you updates on my book over time<3

~Hugs from Hayley

Yard Sailing

      We went yard sailing 2-3 weekends ago and I found a lot of good finds, this post has been a draft for weeks now and I haven't had the time to complete this; however due to my parents going on a movie date in honor of their 21rst wedding anniversary so I have time to complete this post; congrats mom and dad!!!

My first item is a jewelry box with a faux leather finish and clear gloss on the top. On the side is a place to lock the box. Price $3

Sorry for all the pictures of this one, haha. This is an eggbeater from 1921. It was made in the US and I'm honestly really fascinated by it. Price $1

These are decorated bullet shells, I'm using them as singular flower vases. Price $1 each

These suitcases are from the 50's and are in the best of condition! Price $1 each

I actually got this beautiful glass clock for free, special thanks to my neighbors :)

This retro looking mustard tin is from the 50's, and yes as scary as it sounds it still had mustard in it... but I emptied it and cleaned it thoroughly using it now for decoration. Price 25 cents 

Considering I got this for 25 cents I don't think this little box is real silver; however it is made in Japan and is pretty cute.

Old Avon perfume bottle shaped as a white elephant... How cool! Price 10 cents

The key part of this little wooden box doesn't function... and the inside is pretty rough, It's beautiful and works as a "junk drawer" but in the box form it's in. Price 50 cents

Honestly I have no idea why I bought this... For some odd reason I had to have this thing. It's a little wooden sculpture from Jamaica and  looks to be hand carved. The phrase "No Problems" is edged into the side. Price $1

This is a baret I picked up more for decoration rather then a hat. Price 25 cents  

This is a long thin box with a lot of famous landmarks in England such as Big Ben. I'm using it for all my drawing materials.

I discovered this ceder chest for $3. I'm using it to store some of my favorite books in. 

This is a wooden decoration, Price 10 cents.

How adorable is this little 2x3 frame? Price 50 cents 

I absolutely love this scarf! Price $1

I bought this hat for 15 cents. It's actually really soft and fuzzy.

{Sorry for the blurry picture} This sweater was only 50 cents. It's manufactured by one of my favorite brands, Route 66!

Okay, I've seen a gazillion dictionaries in my lifetime, but one that's 6 inches thick?!? How cool! It's from 1989 and the price of $5 is more then I typically spend for a book at a yard sale; I had to have this one!

Although a little dusty I loved the look of this bracelet holder! Price $2

Let me first start off by saying I love ocean city Maryland (the place where it was sold at), and this little box is pretty nifty. I'm using it for a place to put my ear buds in and two of my favorite rings. Price 25 cents

American Eagle handbag? Not only do I love American Eagle but there merchandise is really expensive, so when I found this bag for $1 I couldn't pass it up! 

I've been interested in tennis for a while now... I did some research on rackets and well they're are to say the least expensive. This particular racket I picked up with the case is $400. However the handle needs to be re-rapped... I tried using it and the purple dye made my hand purple... other then that and some dust its brand new! Price $4

These two rolls of fabric {5x5} were $1 each.

WARNING THE COOLNESS OF THIS NEXT ITEM WILL BLOW YOUR SOCKS OFF!

Okay, some of you may know I like older things. Old books, retro fashion, etc.but this newspaper was printed in Dec. 1894, the stories and the adds are intriguing. For example there is an add in there about organs and pianos for $25... cool!

Free

This is a Boho style purse I bought for 50 cents.

More old books! 50 cents - $1 each

This Victorian style frame has a small crack in the glass. With the picture I put in it it's not even noticeable! Price 50 cents

Victorian style lamp shade... Free once again from the neighbors!

A handmade and painted Stine Free

This is a large Paris themed canvas which is now located on the back of my door.

This MTV Aeropostale Sweatshirt is massive on me but its awesome, $3

Fashionable, grey toned, classy dress $5

This cardigan is supper warm and has a pretty mix of grey's, and white 25 cents 

Free fleece kitten blanket, because one can never have enough blankets!!! 

Yay, more old books! 10 cents - $1

A Victorian style decoration, 50 cents 

A Victorian Style pin, 25 cents

A Victorian style choker... 25 cents

Mini decorative tray, 10 cents 

Boho chic style hanging organizer. I'm using this for my headphones! Price $1

{Another item from OC. Maryland!} My mom got a kick out of this piece... I'm always loosing my glasses!!! Price 25 cents 

This is a vintage style, enhanced blue, purse Price 25 cents

Got this Victorian looking frame in the Free bin.

I've been in desperate need of a good jewelry box. And for $1, I got my wish! 

And lastly being a fashion lover I've always wanted a prescription of fashion magazines...  Delema? I'm not rich... So I picked these copies up at a yard sale for $6. Never even read! 

I hope you enjoyed my yard sailing post as much as I enjoy yard sailing! 

Here's a funny to wrap up my post,

Haha, who's with me?
Have a good one,
Hugs from Hayley